Steering
Steering Gear Light and Heavy motor vehicles A motor vehicle may not be used on a public road unless all parts of the steering are maintained in a condition, which enables the vehicle to be steered safely and efficiently Turning Radius A motor vehicle may not be used on a public road if the turning […]
Warning Flags/Reflections
Warning Flags/Reflections Where any load projects more than 150 millimeters to the side, or more than 300 millimeters to the rear, it must be marked by means of; a red flag or flags (300mm x 300mm) during the day; and retro reflectors at night; or any other time when persons and vehicles are not clearly […]
South African Regulation on Communication Devices
South African Regulation on Communication Devices While you are driving, you cannot create, send, or read a text message on a mobile phone or use a hand-held mobile phone to make or receive a phone call. This includes accessing online services in any way. It is an offence to hold or operate a cell phone […]
Brakes
Brakes Light and Heavy motor vehicles Every light and heavy motor vehicle used on a public road must be equipped with; a service brake; a parking brake; and an emergency brake. (Same as parking brake) which is in good working order. Provided that the emergency brake and parking brake may be one and the same […]
Driving on the Road
Driving on Divided Public Road Whenever any public road has been divided into two or more roadways, no person shall drive/ride a vehicle upon such public road except upon the left hand roadway, unless directed or permitted by an appropriate road traffic sign or a traffic officer to use another roadway. Driving on Left Side […]
Introduction to Driver Fatigue
Introduction to Driver Fatigue Many fatal crashes are caused by people driving when they are tired. If you feel tired, don’t drive. Don’t risk your life or those of other road users. Recognise the Warning Signs Some warning signs are: Having trouble focusing, keeping your eyes open or holding your head up Daydreaming, wandering or […]
Hooter
Hooter No person shall use the hooter of a vehicle except when such use is necessary on the grounds of safety. You may not use a light motor vehicle on a public road unless- it is equipped with a warning device (hooter), which is in good working order and; when used, capable of emitting a […]
Lane Changing
Lane Changing When driving a motor vehicle on a public road which is divided into traffic lanes by means of road markings, the driver/rider shall not turn from one lane into another unless he or she can do so without obstructing or endangering other traffic.
Pedestrian Crossings
Pedestrian Crossings A pedestrian crossing is an area of road that allows pedestrians to cross the road safely. There are broadly speaking two types of crossings: The first has white stripes marked across it. Some crossings have raised islands in the middle, creating a ‘refuge’ where pedestrians can stop. These are helpful for pedestrians crossing […]