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SANRAL’s heavy-handed approach to motorists won’t solve any problems - AA

The South African National Roads Agency Limited’s (SANRAL) insistence at the weekend that the non-payment of e-tolls will result in motorists being unable to renew vehicle licence discs is outrageous, dishonest and irregular, says the Automobile Association (AA). Reports in Sunday’s City Press newspaper refer to a section on SANRAL’s website that reads:

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End of the year is near – don’t be caught without a plan – AA

2020 has been a challenging year and for many and the thought of a year-end holiday is just the motivation needed to get through the next few weeks. The Automobile Association (AA) says while roads across the country experienced significant drops in volumes the past few months, traffic is expected to pick up steadily, especially following the official close of public schools on 15 December

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Fuel outlook mixed as oil spikes - AA

Fuel price data shows a mixed fuel price outlook for the end of November, with Rand appreciation being countered by a sharp spike in international oil prices. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA) which was commenting on unaudited mid-month fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund.

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Going to zero is not the answer to improve road safety - AA

Proposed amendments to the National Road Traffic Act to reduce the legal blood alcohol limits for drivers to zero will criminalise innocent motorists, and is unlikely to have the results authorities think it will. This is the view of the Automobile Association (AA) in response to the National Road Traffic Amendments Bill, published at the end of October.

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FUEL PRICES SET FOR NOVEMBER DROP – AA

Fuel prices are set for more reductions in November due to a slightly firmer Rand and softer international petroleum prices. This is according to the Automobile Association, which was commenting on unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund.

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