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More cars seized as police target unroadworthy vehicles in South Africa

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
October 28, 2024
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South Africa’s new crackdown on unroadworthy vehicles aims to protect drivers and pedestrians alike, with police impounding cars that fail to meet safety standards. The Department of Transport (DoT) and municipal authorities are strengthening traffic law enforcement, deploying more officers, and implementing frequent roadblocks to identify vehicles with critical safety faults.

South Africa has seen alarming numbers, with 11,883 road fatalities recorded in 2023, averaging 33 deaths daily. Authorities point to unroadworthy vehicles and driver recklessness as significant factors in these fatalities, especially over peak holiday seasons when incidents surge.

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In Johannesburg, the Metro Police Department (JMPD) has launched a “three-strike” system targeting unroadworthy vehicles. If officers identify three or more safety defects, the car is immediately impounded. Common issues leading to impounds include worn tires, defective brakes, cracked windscreens, and leaking oil—defects that can turn any journey into a potential tragedy. The JMPD emphasizes that “vehicle compliance is non-negotiable,” urging drivers to maintain safe standards.

Statistics underline the urgent need for action. Reports indicate that 1 in 10 vehicles on South Africa’s roads are unfit to drive, with an average vehicle age of nearly 12 years. Many of these aging cars lack proper maintenance, creating deadly scenarios like brake failures and blown-out tires.

In response, the DoT is scaling up a 24/7 police shift system across South Africa’s nine provinces to maintain a consistent road presence. Currently, only the Western Cape and National Traffic Police operate around the clock, but the expanded model aims to reinforce road safety nationwide. As part of this initiative, authorities are hiring and training additional officers, with a new mandate requiring a post-matric diploma for future recruits to boost overall competence.

The DoT’s road safety push highlights the importance of vehicle upkeep for all drivers, as impounded cars face both financial penalties and potential removal from the roads until all issues are resolved. For motorists, the message is clear: maintaining vehicle safety is no longer optional—it’s essential for everyone’s protection.

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