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Safe Travel is a magazine that keeps our readers up to date on the latest developments affecting and improving the transport industry in South Africa. We report key issues to improve both public and private sector and bringing them together for a common cause of improving the transport industry. Safe Travel informs and reminds our readers on issues that can save lives during the festive season, an

d gives a reader an insight in new places they are visiting. South Africa Safe Travel is a leading Transport Magazine promoting safety in all spheres of transportation in the country. Established 6 years ago, it is by far the most widely read magazine in the transport sector reporting positive stuff in the transport industry in South Africa.

Fuel prices are climbing again in Europe, and it’s starting to change how people buy cars. As the Iran-related oil disru...
18/06/2026

Fuel prices are climbing again in Europe, and it’s starting to change how people buy cars. As the Iran-related oil disruption pushes petrol costs higher, electric vehicle sales have jumped by 34% across key European markets.

What stands out is how fast behaviour is shifting; nearly one in four new cars sold in May were fully electric. For many households, it’s no longer about trends or technology, but simple running costs.

Analysts, however, warn this spike might not last if fuel prices settle again, showing just how sensitive the EV market still is to global oil shocks.

Read more on how fuel pressure is reshaping Europe’s car market: https://safetravel.co.za/iran-war-fuels-34-surge-in-europe-ev-sales/

For years, Durban Port was known for delays, congestion, and ships waiting offshore. Today, it's making headlines for a ...
18/06/2026

For years, Durban Port was known for delays, congestion, and ships waiting offshore. Today, it's making headlines for a very different reason.

South Africa's busiest port has been named the world's most improved container port after a remarkable turnaround that saw vessel queues drop from more than 20 ships to virtually zero.

Why does this matter? Because Durban handles around 65% of South Africa's container traffic. When goods move faster, businesses save money, trade improves, and products reach consumers sooner.

It's one of the biggest infrastructure comeback stories South Africa has seen in years.

Read more about how Durban Port went from global underperformer to global success story: https://safetravel.co.za/durban-port-earns-worlds-most-improved-title-in-new-ranking/

The sound of screeching tyres might be exciting for some, but for many Cape Town residents, it's become a late-night nig...
17/06/2026

The sound of screeching tyres might be exciting for some, but for many Cape Town residents, it's become a late-night nightmare.

Authorities have arrested 33 people and issued 54 fines in a major crackdown on illegal street racing, highlighting the growing battle against dangerous driving on South African roads. From reckless racing to public safety concerns, the operation sends a clear message: public roads are not racetracks.

What does this mean for motorists, communities, and the future of street racing in Cape Town?

Read more: https://safetravel.co.za/cape-town-sends-strong-message-to-illegal-street-racers-with-33-arrests/

South Africa is making a strategic play in the global electric vehicle race.The government has proposed extending automo...
15/06/2026

South Africa is making a strategic play in the global electric vehicle race.

The government has proposed extending automotive incentives to critical battery minerals, including lithium, cobalt, graphite, copper, iron, and rare earth elements, materials that sit at the heart of EV production.

The move could strengthen local beneficiation, attract new investment, boost manufacturing competitiveness, and help South Africa secure a larger role in the rapidly expanding electric vehicle supply chain.

With the automotive sector contributing more than 22% of manufacturing output and supporting over 115,000 jobs, the proposal could have far-reaching implications for the country's industrial future.

Could South Africa become a major EV battery materials hub?

Read the full story and discover what's driving this policy shift: https://safetravel.co.za/south-africa-moves-to-extend-automotive-incentives-to-ev-battery-minerals/

The biggest shift in the automotive market isn't happening in new car showrooms.A growing number of consumers are walkin...
12/06/2026

The biggest shift in the automotive market isn't happening in new car showrooms.

A growing number of consumers are walking past brand-new vehicles and heading straight to the used car market. Why?

Because today's buyers are focused on one thing: value.

A recent study found that 81% of car buyers are considering used vehicles, while 76% would rather own a feature-packed pre-owned car than a basic new model. With rising vehicle prices, fuel costs, insurance premiums, and household expenses, buyers are becoming smarter about where they spend their money.

From fuel-efficient hybrids to well-maintained used cars loaded with premium features, the definition of a smart vehicle purchase is changing fast.

Is the used car market becoming the best place to find value?
The answer may surprise you.

Before you buy your next vehicle, discover why millions of motorists are rethinking what makes a great car purchase:

Dreaming of Zanzibar? It just became a lot easier for Cape Town travellers.Airlink has launched the first-ever direct fl...
10/06/2026

Dreaming of Zanzibar? It just became a lot easier for Cape Town travellers.

Airlink has launched the first-ever direct flight between Cape Town and Zanzibar, removing the need for stopovers and making one of Africa's most popular island destinations more accessible than ever. With white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, rich culture, and year-round sunshine, Zanzibar continues to attract South Africans looking for the perfect getaway.

The new route starts in October 2026 and could change the way many South Africans travel across the continent.

Read More: https://safetravel.co.za/airlink-launches-direct-cape-town-to-zanzibar-flights/

Paradise is no longer a connecting flight away.

After years of debate, the unpaid Gauteng e-toll debt has officially been written off by the government. Millions of mot...
08/06/2026

After years of debate, the unpaid Gauteng e-toll debt has officially been written off by the government.

Millions of motorists who never paid their e-toll bills will no longer be liable for the outstanding debt. However, motorists who paid over the years will not receive any refunds.

The decision brings an end to one of South Africa’s most controversial transport policies and affects billions of rand in outstanding e-toll debt.

Read more: https://safetravel.co.za/government-writes-off-gauteng-e-toll-debt/

Looking for work in George? Getting to interviews just got easier.The Western Cape Government has expanded its free trav...
08/06/2026

Looking for work in George? Getting to interviews just got easier.
The Western Cape Government has expanded its free travel programme for job seekers, giving unemployed residents access to free bus trips while searching for employment opportunities.

With transport costs often standing between people and their next opportunity, this initiative aims to help South Africans attend interviews, training programmes, and workplace visits without worrying about bus fare.

More than 24,000 jobseekers have already benefited from the programme.

What if your next job opportunity is just one free bus ride away? Discover who qualifies, how the programme works, and how you can claim your free trips today: https://safetravel.co.za/western-cape-offers-free-transport-for-jobseekers/

South Africans are heading back to dealerships, and the latest vehicle sales figures prove it.Swipe through to see the T...
04/06/2026

South Africans are heading back to dealerships, and the latest vehicle sales figures prove it.

Swipe through to see the TOP cars and bakkies South Africans bought in May 2026.

From the ever-popular Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger to budget-friendly favourites like the Volkswagen Polo Vivo and Suzuki Swift, the latest sales data reveals exactly what South Africans are spending their money on.

But here's the bigger story: more than 45,000 new vehicles were sold in a single month, pointing to growing consumer confidence and changing buying trends across the country.
Swipe to see the winners.

Read More about the numbers behind South Africa's biggest vehicle sales surge reveal where the market is heading next and why thousands of buyers are returning to showrooms: https://safetravel.co.za/what-south-africans-are-buying-top-car-trends-for-may-2026/

Good news for South African travellers ✈️ FlySafair has reduced its Dynamic Fuel Surcharge to 40% below its March 2026 p...
03/06/2026

Good news for South African travellers ✈️ FlySafair has reduced its Dynamic Fuel Surcharge to 40% below its March 2026 peak, offering real relief on domestic airfare costs.

The airline says improved jet fuel supply and softer refining margins are helping bring prices down faster than expected, and those savings are now being passed directly to passengers.

Introduced during global oil disruptions, the surcharge was always designed to move with the market and reflect actual route-based fuel usage. Weekly reviews remain in place, meaning fares could continue to shift as fuel conditions improve.

Read more: https://safetravel.co.za/flysafair-cuts-fuel-surcharge-by-40-from-march-peak-as-jet-fuel-prices-ease/

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