Executive Summary Driver fatigue constitutes a critical and often underestimated public health and safety crisis on South African roads. While speeding and drunk driving receive significant attention, a thorough analysis reveals that this insidious impairment contributes to an estimated 20% of all road accidents and as many as 25% to 30% of fatal crashes . The problem is particularly…
The Road to Savings: A Comprehensive Guide to Fuel Efficiency in South Africa 1. Executive Summary: A Dual Mandate for Fuel Savings The escalating and volatile cost of fuel in South Africa presents a significant challenge for private motorists and commercial fleets alike. This report establishes that a sustainable and substantial reduction in fuel expenditure is not achieved through…
Introduction Vehicle crime, encompassing both theft and hijacking, poses a significant and unfortunate threat across South Africa. This threat extends beyond the immediate material loss, impacting not only individual safety and livelihoods but also the broader socio-economic well-being of communities. The profound personal safety threats, disruptions to daily life, and significant psychological trauma associated with these incidents underscore the…
Have you ever heard of telematics and thought it was just another “nice-to-have” gadget? Maybe you’ve dismissed it as too complicated, too expensive, or even a little too “big brother” for your liking. The truth is, telematics is much more than that. It’s a powerful, cost-effective tool that can provide your business with a serious competitive advantage. For about…
Vehicle/Fleet Owner (hesitant): “I’ve been with my current tracking provider for a couple of years now. It’s not perfect, but it gets the job done. I know WizeDrive Tracking Africa is growing, but I’m just not sure it’s worth the hassle to switch everything over. We’ve got multiple vehicles and systems already in place, and I’m worried about downtime,…
MYBROADBAND Jamie McKane 31 October 2018 Between potholes, crime, and rule-breakers, driving in South Africa can be downright dangerous. Accidents are becoming increasingly common on local roads, and even minor incidents can be a headache to resolve. Even if you were not the cause of an accident, you would still need to rely on the testimony of eyewitnesses to substantiate…
BUSINESSTECH : Staff Writer :29 June 2019 https://businesstech.co.za/news/motoring/325615/south-african-hijackers-are-now-using-the-tap-tap-method-this-is-what-you-should-look-out-for/ As many as 45 hijackings incidents take place on South Africa’s roads daily, with criminals constantly finding new ways to dupe the public. Citing the latest SAPS statistics, ADT Fidelity said that most of these hijackings occur in Gauteng (23 per day), followed by KwaZulu-Natal (7 per day) and Western Cape…
