Over a decade in the making…e-tolls finally scrapped
Motorists in Gauteng will be breathing a collective sigh of relief after Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi confirmed “we are now ready to start a new life without e-tolls in Gauteng”.
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āWeāre on a (Gau) train to nowhere -cāmon insideā ā Vegter
Now, the Gautrain is getting bold new expansion plans off the ground. The media uncritically called it good news.
Temporary fuel price cushion welcome but unknowns remain
Motorists have been cushioned against rapidly increasing fuel prices by government’s slashing of the General Fuel Levy (GFL) by R1.50 in April and May.
Flash Briefing: Drop PCR test travel requirement, urges FEDHASA; No more aces up Magashule’s sleeve; AA challenges SA’s petrol price
FEDHASA has urged the government to remove the compulsory PCR test required for inbound international and returning SA travellers who are fully vaccinated.
Petrol price: This is where your money actually goes
To understand how the fuel price is comprised, the Automobile Association (AA) gives us this snapshot of how the cost of every litre of petrol inland, and at the coast, is determined.
Sanral compounds motorist’s agony – increases toll rates
On the back of increases to the general fuel levy and Road Accident Fund levy coming in April, motorists now also have to contend with increases to toll rates announced by the South African National Roads Agency.
A Tshwane survival guide: What to do if you get caught in your car during civil unrest
The Automobile Association of South Africa put together a survival guide should you find yourself caught up in civil unrest, while in your car.
Not a good way to start the weekend – petrol set to rise next week
Petrol will cost between R13.34 per litre at the coast and R13.77 per litre in Gauteng from next Wednesday if you’re using 95 octane.
Britain gives green light for autonomous cars
Britain has become the latest country to announce trials for autonomous cars, following in the footsteps of the United States, Japan and Sweden. There will be three cities taking part in the testing, which have yet to be determined. Thatās because there is a bid process to be followed, with the successful cities sharing in … Read more
Petrol price of R16/litre possible if rand falls more: AA
From SAPA If the rand’s depreciation continued unchecked, a petrol price of R16 per litre was possible in the medium-term, the Automobile Association said on Monday. “On December 27, a dollar cost R10.35. By January 27 it cost R11.20. “Meanwhile, international petroleum prices have ticked up slightly since our last review of fuel price trends … Read more