I Crashed into a Traffic Light… Who Pays?
On Monday, July 30 2018, a minibus taxi carrying over twenty learners on the N2 highway in Cape Town, crashed into a barrier after its tyre burst. According to the Western Cape Provincial Traffic Chief, Kenny Africa, a seven-year-old learner lost his life. Not only…
Men or Women: Who Is The Better Driver?
When it comes to driving, two conversations are always had. Firstly, do Cape Townians drive better than their Johannesburg counterparts, and secondly, are women better drivers than men? After much debate, Discovery Insurance recently released a report detailing which province boasted the best and worst…
Think Like A Scammer To Avoid Them
You’ve just had a car accident and it is hard to tell who is at fault, that’s a tough situation to be in. But have you thought about the scamming villain? What if someone purposefully crashed into you to rob you or make it look…
Best & Worst Insurance Companies In South Africa Exposed
2017/2018 surely wasn’t the easiest year for policyholders or insurance companies. Mother Nature brought us some dramatic challenges in South Africa, the unexpected tornadoes in the Vaal, flash floods in KZN and Gauteng, fires that destroyed much of Knysna and the harsh drought in the…
South African Roads vs The Rest Of The World
An estimated 1.25 million people died from road injuries in 2013 and 20-50 million people sustained serious injuries that are non-fatal from road traffic incidents. These are stats according to the latest WHO report. WHO has stated the following, “Over 90% of road traffic deaths…
South African Roadblocks Exposed
It’s important to know what your rights are when it comes to roadblocks so that you aren’t taken advantage of but also to know…
The Real Reason For High Petrol Prices
When basic fuel prices increase, it is generally a result of fuel levy increases. What does this mean?
Buying A New vs Second-Hand Car
Cars in South Africa are extremely expensive when you compare it to other countries in relation to their cost of living. That’s why It’s important to weigh up pros and cons of new and second-hand cars.
What NOT to Do When A Taxi Hits You In SA
We all have that fear, ” What am I going to do if this taxi bumps me”. The Panda is going to lay it out on the roadway for you, these are the things you should most definitely NOT do!
Updated Law To Renew Your Cars Licence Disc
One of the biggest frustrations is going to renew your license, getting to the front of the line after waiting for hours and not being able to renew it, I know I have been there! Here’s what you need to take:
Traffic Police Filling Quotas; What Can You Do?
Closer to the end of the year we always ask the question “Are traffic police fining people just to meet quota’s?” Here The Panda is going to show you when and how to object unlawful fines.
Can You Be Arrested For Warning Cars About Roadblocks?
Warnings have been sent out numerous times since 2010 with the spectacle around the infamous Pig Spotter debacle on Twitter. The Justice Project South Africa was formed in its wake…