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Wet Weather Travel Safe Tips
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It’s rainy season in the Cape and with that comes slick road surfaces, reduced grip and reduced visibility. Here are some helpful hints from the AA, to keep you safe this rainy season.
What to look out for when servicing your car
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Having your vehicle serviced is more often than not an annoyance. You don't know what to expect, how long it will take and what it will cost. Be prepared with the help of the AA.
AA Autobay rolls out nationally
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AA Autobay has began a new chapter in its short history as it expands its business nationally with new branches opening in Cape Town and Bloemfontein.
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Driving wisely helps save fuel and the environment
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With challenges such as traffic congestion, transport infrastructure and public transport facilities creating distress, rising fuel consumption and the resulting vehicle emissions are yet another concern for the transport sector.
Time is ripe to buy or sell pre-owned vehicles
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Now may be the best time to consider buying or selling a used or pre-owned car, according to a report issued by AA Autobay.
Ensure your insurance is up to date before you take that trip
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Preparing for the holiday season is one of the most important times of the year to protect against risk. Traffic congestion is at a year-long high, increasing the risk of vehicle accidents.
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Don’t become a statistic this Festive Season
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With the ever-growing number of road traffic accidents and related deaths on South African roads, it is clear that road safety should be a national priority.
When are you vulnerable in your car?
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South African motorists are constantly vulnerable to a host of challenges when venturing out onto our roads.
Safety tips for travelling with children
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Travelling on South Africa’s roads is becoming a risky affair and the implications become harder to bear when travelling with children, especially infants and toddlers, and this can put special demands on adults responsible for their well being.
Take command of your fuel budget
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The Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) expects further fuel price hikes in the coming months but maintains that additional monthly costs can be contained by careful planning, adopting the correct driving style, and selecting your vehicle of choice with more consideration for its economy.
Check your vehicle insurance cover
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Is your vehicle adequately insured? is a question you need to answer when you are planning and budgeting for a new year.
Pledge your support to Make Roads Safe
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You can add your voice to road safety efforts by signing a global petition to lobby global governments and G8 countries to address global road safety issues.
Avoid peak hour commuting to combat your fuel bill
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Don't despair. Although fuel prices are at a shocking high, the AA has some advice for companies and motorists to help you reduce your fuel budget.
Plan your journey with the AA’s Road Condition Reports
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The AA's road condition reports are invaluable for those who travel long distances or regularly use the open road for business travelling.
Ensure you insure your car
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In South Africa, it is estimated that some 60% of motor vehicles driving on our roads, are uninsured. If you have a collision with one of these cars, there is very little action you can take against the driver or owner and probably no chance that you or your insurance company will recover the money paid out for your losses and damages.
