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| Oct 15, 2026 | Your car’s ADAS may be seeing skew | Motorists who replace the windscreen on a car fitted with driver-assistance technology may be driving with compromised safety systems without knowing it, the Automobile Association (AA) has warned.
In a statement this week, the AA said the ... |
| Jul 2, 2024 | NINE incredible discounts for South African senior citizens | There are plenty of discounts for South African senior citizens if you just know where to look. Image: File/Fotor
Beyond South African Social Security Agency grants, which we cover regularly on The South African, there are plenty discounts ... |
| May 4, 2024 | A South African driver’s licence is recognised in these countries | Some of the countries that recognise South African driver’s licences include Australia, Canada, countries within the EU and the United States. Image: Supplied
A South African driver’s licence has global recognition and can be used in develo... |
| Apr 26, 2024 | WHY an advanced driving course in South Africa can save your life | An advanced driving course in South Africa isn’t just fun, it can save your or another’s life. Image: MBDD
Road deaths in Mzansi have reached epidemic proportions, and that’s why an advanced driving course in South Africa matters. According... |
| Apr 15, 2024 | Official found guilty issuing fraudulent South African driver’s licence | Office found guilty and charged for issuing fraudulent South African driver’s licence. Image: OUTA
An official has been found guilty and charged after issuing a fraudulent South African driver’s licence to a citizen who didn’t even take a t... |
| Mar 23, 2024 | WHY the South African general fuel levy is highway robbery | Stats reveal the South African general fuel levy is highway robbery. Here’s why. Image: File/Fotor
A study into the South African general fuel levy has revealed startling results. Published by Daily Investor, the South African fuel levy is ... |
| Dec 31, 2023 | Fuel prices to drop in January 2024: Here is the estimated cost | Fuel prices to drop in January 2024. Image: Shutterstock
The Automobile Association (AA) projects a decrease in fuel prices, offering local fuel consumers a sigh of relief amid concerns over shipping routes in the Red Sea and a volatile Ran... |
| Dec 24, 2023 | Eight BUSIEST roads in South Africa TODAY | Heavy traffic expected on these eight South African roads TODAY Photos: Facebook/Gauteng Traffic
Authorities are on high alert, and motorists should prepare for heavy traffic on these eight major South African roads TODAY.
HERE ARE SOME TIP... |
| Dec 23, 2023 | Heavy traffic expected on these eight South African roads TODAY | Heavy traffic expected on these eight South African roads TODAY Photos: Facebook/Gauteng Traffic
Authorities are on high alert, and motorists should prepare for heavy traffic on these eight major South African roads TODAY.
HERE ARE SOME TIP... |
| Dec 22, 2023 | BRACE for the busiest weekend on these SA roads | BRACE for the busiest weekend on these SA roads Photos: Facebook/Gauteng Traffic Police
Authorities are on high alert, and motorists should prepare for the busiest day on these South African roads this weekend.
HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO KEEP IN... |
| Dec 15, 2023 | WATCH: Heavy traffic on N3 NOW – here is the latest | WATCH: Heavy traffic on N3 NOW – here is the latest Photos: X/TrafficSA
With the festive season in full swing, traffic volumes have picked up from today on the N3 between Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.
ALSO READ: Warning: High N3 traffic volume... |
| Dec 14, 2023 | Warning: High N3 traffic volumes expected this weekend | Warning: High N3 traffic volumes expected this weekend Photos: Stock/Canva
Motorists are urged to prepare for high traffic volumes on the N3 Toll route ahead of the long weekend.
HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO KEEP IN MIND FOR YOUR TRIP
Here are som... |
| Dec 12, 2023 | Save a LIFE by understanding route marker boards in South Africa | Route marker boards in South Africa. Understanding them could save you or a loved one’s life. Picture: File/Fotor.
In a lifetime you’ll drive past millions of route marker boards in South Africa. But the majority of us almost certainly won’... |
| Nov 5, 2023 | Read THIS before you renew your vehicle licence in SA | You’ve got to read THIS before you renew your vehicle licence in SA. Picture: File.
When it comes time to renew your vehicle licence in SA, there are countless online and digital options open to you. Gone are the days of just going to your ... |
| Jul 13, 2023 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Thursday, 13 July 2023 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Thursday, 13 July 2023 Photos: SAPS/Stock/Canva
We’ve got all the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa you really need to know on Thursday, 13 July 2023.
TODAY’S LATEST NEWS IN S... |
| Jul 12, 2023 | AA: “Despite ConCourt ruling, AARTO will not save Lives” | The Automobile Association (AA) shares its views about the new AARTO Act. Photo: RTMC/ Facebook
The Automobile Association (AA) says it has noted the decision of the Constitutional Court today declaring the Administrative Adjudication of Ro... |
| Jul 11, 2023 | Fuel price OUTLOOK: Weak rand and increased oil price spells trouble for August | Petrol theft is on the rise.
South African motorists with petrol-powered cars breathed a sigh of relief at a decrease in the fuel price. The price of petrol decreased between 17 to 24 cents per litre on Wednesday, 5 July.
On Monday, 10 July... |
| Jul 4, 2023 | Here is what you should know about the fuel price for July | Here is what you should know about the fuel price for July Photos: Stock/Canva
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced a fuel price drop for the month of July.
Stick to the speed limits- Speeding is not only dangerous b... |
| Jul 4, 2023 | Good news for petrol users as prices go down once again | Petrol price set to drop. Image: Wikimedia
Petrol prices are set to decrease by 17 to 25 cents per litre when fuel prices are officially adjusted this Wednesday
Fuel drop comes as a relief for many consumers
“A decrease to the price of petr... |
| Jul 3, 2023 | BREAKING: Fuel price drop for the month of July | BREAKING: Fuel price drop for the month of July
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has announced a fuel price drop for the month of July.
Stick to the speed limits- Speeding is not only dangerous but also negatively affects your... |
| May 2, 2023 | MASSIVE petrol price increase planned for this week | MASSIVE petrol price increase planned for this week Photos: Stock/Canva
The Automobile Association (AA) said unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicates a MASSIVE increase in the prices of both grades of petrol.
THE DATA SHO... |
| Apr 28, 2023 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday, 28 April 2023 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday, 28 April 2023 Photos: Stock/Canva
We’ve got the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Friday, 28 April 2023.
TODAY’S LATEST NEWS IN SOUTH AFRICA, Friday 28 April MASSIV... |
| Apr 27, 2023 | MASSIVE petrol price increase planned for next week | MASSIVE petrol price increase planned for next week Photos: Stock/Canva
The Automobile Association (AA) said unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicates a MASSIVE increase in the prices of both grades of petrol.
THE DATA SHO... |
| Apr 15, 2023 | ICYMI: Massive jump in Easter weekend road deaths: The sad numbers | A total of 225 people were killed in 185 accidents on South Africa’s roads over the recent four-day Easter long weekend.
A total of 225 people were killed in 185 accidents on South Africa’s roads over the recent four-day Easter long weekend... |
| Jan 18, 2023 | ‘Concerning’: AA questions 2022 festive season road fatalities stats | Transport Minister, Fikile Mbalula presented the 2022 festive season road traffic stats. Images via Twitter/@Dotransport.
The Automobile Association (AA) says there are concerning elements about the 2022 festive season road fatalities prese... |
| Jan 5, 2023 | Fuel comparison: What petrol and diesel cost 12 months ago | While SA motorists saw a significant petrol and diesel price decrease earlier this week, a look back 12 months ago makes for sobering reading. Photo: Stock/Canva
While South African motorists are breathing a sign of relief at the significan... |
| Oct 26, 2022 | Will e-tolls be finally scrapped? Here’s what we know so far | In the middle of a cost of living crisis, Gauteng motorists are waiting to hear from Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana whether or not e-tolls will finally be scrapped. Image: Wikimedia Commons/JMK
The Automobile Association of South Africa ... |
| Oct 6, 2022 | How much you will save on a tank of petrol in South Africa in October | Motorists filling up with petrol from Wednesday enjoyed another much-needed breather as prices came down for the third consecutive month. Image via Pixabay
South African motorists filling up with petrol from Wednesday enjoyed another much-n... |
| Sep 30, 2022 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday, 30 September 2022 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Friday, 30 September 2022Photo: Stock/Canva
We’ve got the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Friday, 30 September.
The National Assembly said the purpose of the Land Expropr... |
| Sep 29, 2022 | October petrol price: Motorists can expected both good and bad news | The next petrol price change – either up or down – will take place at midnight on Tuesday, 4 October. Image: Pixabay
The Automobile Association says petrol users could see another sizable reduction in their fuel price in October while diese... |
| Aug 26, 2022 | Petition launched by AA to rid Gauteng of e-tolls: Click to sign! | After years of delays, government is finally expected to make an announcement on the way forward for e-tolls in Gauteng. Photo: File
After years of delays, government is finally expected to make an announcement on the way forward for e-toll... |
| Aug 18, 2022 | Mbalula shuts down rumours that fuel levy increase will fund e-tolls | Minister of Transport says OUTA and AA are just rumour-mongering when it comes to speculations of the fuel hike to cover e-tolls. PHOTO: Twitter/@MbalulaFikile
There have been speculations of a possible fuel levy increase to cover the Gaute... |
| Jul 26, 2022 | August fuel price: DECREASE on the cards – here’s the expected costs… | It’s not all doom and gloom for motorists in August as a fuel price decrease has been predicted. Photo: Stock Image / Pixabay
Unaudited data released by the Central Energy Fund points to a R1.89 decrease for 95 unleaded petrol in August.
“T... |
| Jun 30, 2022 | Not so safe after all? Popular SA car ‘may pose danger’ to children safety | Popular South African car proves to pose danger for children. PHOTO: Screenshot/Automobile Association
Popular car Suzuki S-Presso, has scored low on adult safety but even lower for child protection, disproving claims that it had better saf... |
| Jun 16, 2022 | ‘It’s an idea’: South Africa looking to buy Russian oil – Mantashe | Image via: flickr
As South Africans navigate astronomically high petrol prices, Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says the government is looking into possibly purchasing oil from Russia.
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Fuel price hike: There C... |
| Jun 1, 2022 | Petrol hike: AA welcomes fuel levy extension, calls for a review | Photo: Gallo Images / OJ Koloti
The Automobile Association (AA) says it welcomes government’s decision to extend the fuel levy, but has reminded South Africans that the measure is only temporary. Petrol has increased by up to R2.43 while di... |
| May 31, 2022 | Wrong direction: THIS was the petrol price when Ramaphosa became president… | A soaring petrol price could push the motorists of Mzansi to the brink next month – Photo: Stock Image / Pixabay
Barring some sort of 11th-hour intervention from the government, the petrol price and other fuel costs – including diesel – cou... |
| Mar 9, 2022 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Saturday, 3 September 2022 | South Africa: Today’s latest news and headlines, Saturday, 3 September 2022
We’ve got the latest news stories and headlines in South Africa on Saturday, 3 September.
TODAY’S LATEST NEWS SOUTH AFRICA, Saturday 3 September Cold front: LEVEL 3... |
| Feb 9, 2022 | Fuel price to drop next week – find out how much you’ll be paying | Motorists should expect a decrease in the fuel price from next week. PHOTO: Flickr
Motorists will be a little relieved as the fuel price is expected to drop again next week.
But this price is way higher than the January prices of fuel, whic... |
| Jun 28, 2021 | Beware When Buying Car Insurance In SA – Pitfalls To Consider | car. Photo by Trace Constant from Pexels
Buying a car is a high-ticket item. As many South Africans feel the economic pinch, you may be wondering whether the substantial extra monthly expense of insuring your car is worthwhile.
Travys Wilki... |
| Jun 28, 2021 | Beware When Buying Car Insurance In SA – Pitfalls To Consider | car. Photo by Trace Constant from Pexels |
| May 2, 2021 | Petrol prices in South Africa are at an all-time high – and taxes siphon 65% from every litre sold | Photo: Pixabay
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Only 35% of the price you pay at the pump is for fuel. The rest of the cost of petrol goes towards taxes and levies.
In the 2020/21 financial year, a quarter of the petrol price was allocated to the General Fuel Levy,... |
| Aug 27, 2019 | Government just released a plan to create 1 million jobs and save the economy – here’s what you need to know | (iStock)
A new National Treasury document, "Economic transformation, inclusive growth, and competitiveness: towards an economic strategy for South Africa", makes some bold proposals about how to revive GDP growth.
It proposes revi... |
