https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/490.html South Africa Safety news 15 Safety news - South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/196/490.html en-us Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:21:28 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/roadcover-acquires-flycool-collective-cycling-team-to-champion-safer-roads-and-community-impact-289097a RoadCover is proud to announce the acquisition and relaunch of the respected FlyCool Collective Cycling Team under the new banner of Team RoadCover DMS, marking an exciting new chapter in the company's commitment to road users, road safety, community engagement, and the development of South African cycling. 1-268950 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:15:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/one-and-two-stars-kia-sonet-and-gwm-jolion-fail-sa-safety-tests-845643a South Africa’s entry-level car market is back in the spotlight after the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica crash tests revealed weak safety performance from two popular models. The Kia Sonet and GWM Jolion, both strong sellers locally, posted low ratings for adult occupant protection, highlighting ongoing gaps in basic safety features. 1-268969 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:05:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/27-cyclists-injured-or-killed-since-january-roadcover-and-cycle-sunday-join-forces-to-protect-south-africa-riders-289437a New partnership combines safer cycling experiences with specialist Road Accident Fund claims support for cyclists. 1-268820 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:13:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/toyota-starlet-gets-zero-star-safety-rating-in-sa-crash-test-programme-390338a The current-generation Toyota Starlet has received a zero-star safety rating for adult occupant protection in the latest #SaferCarsForAfrica crash testing programme, raising concerns about one of South Africa’s most popular entry-level vehicles. 1-268113 Thu, 14 May 2026 13:01:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/roadcover-and-wheel-well-partner-to-drive-a-new-era-of-road-safety-for-south-african-families-625561a RoadCover and Wheel Well have partnered to enhance road safety through prevention, education and post-collision support, helping protect South African families and ensure access to rightful Road Accident Fund claims. 1-267411 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:03:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/aa-ceo-south-africans-are-being-sold-second-tier-car-safety-625251a Automobile Association CEO Bobby Ramagwede says car manufacturers who are capable of producing safer vehicles for other regions do not apply the same standards in Africa unless required by government regulations. 1-267271 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 11:37:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/vw-issues-nationwide-polo-vivo-recall-over-safety-risk-955594a The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has announced the recall of 25,729 Volkswagen Polo Vivo vehicles in South Africa following a safety defect identified by Volkswagen Group Africa. 1-266214 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:53:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/global-ncap-gives-popular-chery-suv-in-sa-2-stars-173206a The Chery Tiggo 7 Pro has received a two-star adult occupant protection rating out of five in the latest Global NCAP #SaferCarsforAfrica crash test for vehicles sold in South Africa, with Global NCAP and safety partners strongly criticising Chery for using safety results from other markets in media statements. 1-265778 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:51:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/why-car-safety-ratings-go-unnoticed-in-south-africa-739072a As traffic volumes rise during the back-to-work and back-to-school period, road safety is again under scrutiny in South Africa. While speeding, alcohol abuse and poor road conditions are frequently cited as key risks, the role of vehicle safety remains less understood by many motorists. 1-265012 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/call-for-scholar-transport-drivers-to-acquire-qualifications-951234a In an effort to address the challenge of drivers transporting schoolchildren being involved in fatal traffic accidents, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has advocated for strengthening legislation to guarantee that scholar transport drivers are certified in advanced and defensive driving. 1-265004 Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:27:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Safety South Africa