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Worn tyre recycling levy criticised

Government's plan to hit tyre-makers with a recycling levy, to remove the blight of dumped tyres has been vigorously opposed by tyre manufacturers who will have to pay hundreds of millions of rand each year.

Restricted Movement of freight across borders: 27 – 29 March 2013

Please find attached a letter regarding freight movement over the easter weekend regarding the Beitbridge Border.

South Africa’s road freight industry one of the highest taxed industries in South Africa

 In light of the economic climate and the low growth levels, the Road Freight Association (RFA) welcomes the fact that no new taxes were introduced and no increases in Corporate Tax were announced in last week’s Budget speech.

Zimbabwe Border Changes

The following information was provided from ZIMRA after the Association queried practices and processes:

Call for referendum on e-tolls

A constitutional law expert has called on the government to hold a referendum on the e-tolls project, according to a report on Wednesday (20 February).

Tips for sharing the road with big trucks

 

 

As many of our readers are aware we have in the last two years, had much of our training gravitate toward larger vehicles – particularly articulated ones. With that in mind we thought it appropriate to share with readers (particularly passenger vehicle drivers) information that would be of assistance in making our roads, and ultimately themselves, safer!

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SA Motorists cautioned against reckless driving

An issue of irresponsible road usage in South Africa has added hugely to the country’s dismal road safety record. There have been calls for this to be recognised and made a national priority, and that the road user must in effect be coerced into complying with traffic laws and correct traffic etiquette must be vigorously promoted.

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