by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
The annual road fatality statistics for 2017, made available by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) on their website on Friday (SUBS: 20 April), is another indication of the need for urgent road safety intervention on South Africa’s roads. The statistics...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Fuel prices in May will increase by around 49 cents a litre as of 2 May, and not 92 cents as earlier predicted by the Automobile Association (AA). The error occurred due to an earlier closing off of the reporting period for fuel increases by the Department of Energy....
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Following the announcement of the Safer Choice India Award at the Delhi motor show, Global NCAP is now launching the ‘Safer Choice Africa’ Award to encourage automakers to achieve the highest levels of safety performance. In November 2017 the first ever independent...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
Temperatures are dropping across South Africa, signalling that winter is on its way. While most people will ensure they are protected from the cold, they forget about their vehicles. These valuable assets also need some care against the elements at this time of year....
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
The increase to fuel prices in July marked the fourth straight month in 2018 that these prices increased. These came off the back of three decreases in January, February and March. And while the outlook looks positive for a small decrease in August, the fuel price...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
With the petrol price continuing to rise, it is well worth it to know how to calculate your car’s fuel efficiency. If you know your fuel efficiency, you can budget more accurately, and you can also make some improvements to how you drive. The following factors could...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Better exchange rate performance and retreats in international oil prices will mean virtually unchanged fuel prices in August. According to unaudited month-end fuel price data. During July, the recent weakening trend of the Rand against the US dollar slowed, as our...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Press releases
Fuel prices will jump to record highs in June on the back of stronger international oil prices, and a deficit carried over from April. This is according to the unaudited month-end fuel data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF). The Rand traded in a fairly narrow...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
We know how much fun it is to hit the road with your friends; to pump the tunes and steer the wheel towards a night out on the town. Getting your driver’s licence is a milestone, but getting the keys to a car is a big responsibility. In South Africa, the death rate of...
by Automobile Association of South Africa | Dec 7, 2020 | Blogs
What’s the best way to escape the winter blues? It’s heading off for a spontaneous weekend getaway! Nothing beats the feeling of turning your back on the city to explore the roads less travelled and discover South Africa’s hidden gems. And with access to a...
