by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
As Europe marks the 20th anniversary of Euro NCAP, the Automobile Association believes it is a unique opportunity to again highlight the need for improved safety testing on cars locally. The Association called for the introduction of safety testing measures that...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Driving on a highway, even in the best weather, is a daunting undertaking, especially for novice drivers. When the weather is bad, as it currently is over many parts of South Africa, some drivers become anxious, and seem to forget the basics of highway driving....
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Business news
Visibility is key to reaction time; it is critical to see and be seen. That’s why daytime running lamps are a compulsory standard of so many European countries, and not reliant on a driver’s judgement on when to switch on headlamps in varying light conditions. Daytime...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Almost 80 percent of motorists believe removing unroadworthy vehicles from South African roads will make roads safer. And, 58% of respondents of the Safer Roads in SA’ survey, say harsher punishments for all road offenders will also reduce fatality statistics. There...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
International oil prices have retreated in virtual lockstep with a strengthening Rand, complicating attempts to forecast a month-end fuel price After a sharp rise from the end of March, international petroleum prices have given up almost all their gains in the past...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
It’s that time of the year again when South Africans across the country are putting the final touches on their annual vacation plans. Holidays in South Africa mean hundreds of thousands of people will be on the country’s roads, and we urge all motorists to also...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Regulation 250 comes into effect on Thursday, 11 May On Thursday (11 May), a major regulation governing the transportation of school children comes into force in South Africa. In terms of Regulation 250 of the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA), from Thursday no person...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Buying a new or used vehicle, either for yourself or someone else such as a spouse or child, can be a daunting task. And, the decision is often made more difficult because of the many options available. It is important to plan before buying a vehicle, and to do your...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Yet another substantial fuel price rise is on the horizon. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), which was commenting on unaudited mid-month fuel price data issued by the Central Energy Fund (CEF). For the first time in a while, the Rand has shown...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
The Carnet de Passages en Douane (CPD) is the international customs document, which covers the temporary admission of motor vehicles. The CPD is still required today, in numerous countries around the world, for temporary admission of private automobiles, commercial...
