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Guest: Eleanor Mavimbela | Spokesperson of the Automobile Association Africa Mealne speaks to Spokesperson of the Automobile Association, Eleanor Mavimbela as Johannesburg’s transport system is under fire after losing R313m in national funding due to Rea Vaya’s ongoing collapse. From broken buses to empty stations, the city’s mismanagement has real costs for commuters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A spokesperson from the Automobile Association says the government's new driver licence proposal needs to include minimum requirement for practice time. Road safety spokesperson Dylan Thomsen spoke to Corin Dann.

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South Africa's Automobile Association (AA) has raised concerns over the financial viability of the Gautrain rapid rail system. This comes after Gauteng MEC for human settlements and infrastructure development Lebogang Maile revealed that the Gautrain has lost five million passengers in the last four years. AA says despite this decline, authorities are moving forward with a R120 billion expansion plan. The association says it's concerning that such a large investment is being made in a system that serves a small fraction of commuters instead of prioritising more inclusive transport solutions. My colleague Thulasizwe Simelane earlier spoke to the Automobile Association's CEO Bobby Ramagwede

Automobile Association Urges Finance Minister to Prioritise Transport in Open Letter - AA's Eleanor Mavimbela by Radio Islam

A mate was telling me last night how surprised he was that he was breath-tested by the police yesterday afternoon. If he'd been riding an e-scooter, though, he would have been waived straight through. If he'd been riding an e-scooter he also wouldn't have been drug-tested. He also wouldn't have had to have the thing registered like any other vehicle. Which the AA is saying today is nuts and needs to change. Because even though the number of e-scooter injuries is going through the roof, e-scooter riders and e-scooter companies don't pay any ACC levies. And I agree with the AA. Because when a vehicle is registered, it enables all sorts of things. One of which, is to charge ACC levies. Which is way overdue for e-scooters, especially when you consider these new stats which show that ACC paid-out nearly $15 million for e-scooter injuries last year. Which was a 50% increase on the year before. The number of injuries were up across all age groups. Although, one-in-four people injured were in their 20s. About half of the claims were for soft-tissue injuries. More than 1-in-20 were for fractures and dislocations. People bang on all the time, don't they, about people coming here from overseas and getting free ACC cover. The reason for that being that you can't sue in this country and so we have to provide cover for people from overseas. But the exact same thing is happening with e-scooter riders. Because they don't have to pay ACC levies, they're getting free ACC cover. And if you don't like the fact that tourists get ACC for free, then you should be just as brassed-off about e-scooter companies and e-scooter riders getting the same. There have been numerous efforts over the years to have e-scooters recognised as vehicles. None have been successful. So the Automobile Association is trying again. Writing to the outgoing Transport Minister and the incoming Transport Minister, as well as the minister for ACC, telling them that the time has come for e-scooters to be registered. The particular point that the AA is making is that the number of privately-owned e-scooters has reached the point where these things are not novelties anymore. It's not unusual for someone to own their own e-scooter and the laws need to catch up with that. They need to reflect that. And it's not as if the people who do own their own e-scooters don't recognise the dangers. Most of the time they're dressed up like Darth Vadar, aren't they? Full-face helmets and all of that. Plus, the protective clothing. And the speeds these things can get up to still blows me away. Then you get the muppets on the Lime scooters and all those other rental scooters, riding as if there's no tomorrow. The one thing I'll say about the people who own their own e-scooters is at least they put some effort into keeping themselves safe with the helmets and all that. Another thing the AA wants to see is e-scooters being allowed in cycleways. It also wants e-scooter riders to be tested for alcohol and drugs. It wants them banned from using mobile phones, as well. The Government has said it's “open to changes”. As it should be. In fact, it should more than open to them, it should be getting on with it. You'll remember how, at the end of last year, motorcyclists were fired up about their ACC levies going up. Motorcycle Advocacy Group New Zealand was even going to the Human Rights Commission about it, because motorcyclists are facing an 80% in ACC levies over three years. And, at the time, I said if that's what needs to happen —given that motorcyclists are at much greater risk and potentially more likely to need ACC cover— then why shouldn't they pay more cover? As far as I'm concerned, the same goes for e-scooter riders. And the e-scooter rental companies too. Because, like motorbikes and anything else on two wheels, they are inherently more dangerous than something on four wheels, and our transport laws need to recognise this. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

United Services Automobile Association v. PNC Bank N.A.

United Services Automobile Association v. PNC Bank N.A.

United Services Automobile Association v. PNC Bank N.A.

United Services Automobile Association v. PNC Bank N.A.

Embark on the ultimate road trip adventure with Everything Counts! In this episode, motoring expert, Marius Roberts shares essential tips for planning your next South African road trip, featuring insights from Layton Beard, head of Public Affairs at the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA), Johan Kriek, the founder of the Defender Trophy, a family friendly overlanding event for Land Rover Defender enthusiasts and Deon Venter, CEO of 4x4 Megaworld. Whether you're heading to the coast, exploring the Karoo, or venturing into the bush, this episode has everything you need to make your road trip unforgettable. Key moments: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Common road trip mistakes and the importance of planning 03:00 The joy of scenic routes and exploring off the beaten track 07:00 Essential car safety checks before hitting the road 10:00 Insights from the Automobile Association on driver behaviour 15:00 The magic of overlanding: Tips for beginners 20:00 Farm stays and hidden gems in the Karoo 30:00 Fellowship forged by fire: The camaraderie of road trips YOU MIGHT ALSO BE INTERESTED IN: Get on the road with flexible vehicle finance from Investec Private Banking From your first set of wheels to a bigger family car. Your dream convertible, or an affordable hatchback. Whatever you're looking for, speak to your Private Banker about our flexible vehicle finance solutions at highly competitive rates. Listen to the full series · Read the full article · Vehicle Finance for you · Investec Focus Radio SA

John Maytham has often turned to Layton Beard for insights during his time as the Spokesperson and Head of Public affairs at The Automobile Association of South Africa (AA). Today, Layton joins John to speak about his resignation after making significant contributions, including fostering transparent communication with the media and stakeholders. He advocated for reviewing the fuel price formula, critiqued the Gautrain expansion, and championed road safety and safer vehicles in AfricaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday night in Tralee, gardaí caught an e-scooter driver travelling at 60 km per hour, which is over three times the speed limit. Not only that, this driver was weaving in and out of traffic in fog. Jerry spoke to Jennifer Kilduff, head of marketing & PR with The AA, Automobile Association.

United Services Automobile Association v. PNC Bank N.A.

Layton Beard, spokesperson for the Automobile Association of South Africa, discusses the country's alarming problem of drinking and driving.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the UK, there are calls for a graduated driving licence to be introduced for new drivers under the age of 21, preventing them from carrying passengers of similar age for a period of six months after passing their test. John Maytham speaks to Layton Beard of the Automobile Association of South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Blurb: Stephen Grootes speaks to Layton Beard, Automobile Association spokesperson, and Isaah Mhlanga, Rand Merchant Bank's Chief Economist, about the feasibility and implications of Mantashe's proposal to cut petrol and diesel prices to R14 per litre.  In other interviews on this episode of The Money Show, John Stopford, Head of Multi-Asset Income, NinetyOne Asset Management talks about the trade dispute between China and the EU. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Grootes speaks to Layton Beard, Automobile Association spokesperson, and Isaah Mhlanga, Rand Merchant Bank's Chief Economist, about the feasibility and implications of Mantashe's proposal to cut petrol and diesel prices to R14 per litre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gautrain expansion is financially imprudent: Automobile Association by Radio Islam

Layton Beard, spokesperson for the Automobile Association comments on the announcement of the appointment of French technology company IDEMIA as the preferred bidder to supply new smart driving licence cards for South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Automobile Association has research showing New Zealand has lax requirements compared to other countries - and revving up the rules is desperately needed for under-25 year-olds. Nearly a third of all road deaths are people aged between 18 and 24 years old and New Zealanders in that age group are also nearly three times more likely to die on our roads than young Australians. The call has been met with support with one driving instructor saying the rules need to be tougher, for everyone, Amy Williams reports. 

The Automobile Association says New Zealand's driver licencing system desperately needs changing to stop young people dying behind the wheel. AA road safety spokesperson Dylan Thomsen spoke to Corin Dann.

On today's episode, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has taken aim at the government in firey comments at Turangawaewae Marae while there to mark the anniversary of the coronation of Kiingi Tuheitia, associate energy minister Shane Jones says he is meeting with the electricity authority this morning to ask whether we need an official power conservation campaign, the Commerce Commission's long awaited report into personal banking services has found there's no strong competition between New Zealand's major banks, ANZ CEO Antonia Watson joins us, the Automobile Association says New Zealand's driver licencing system desperately needs changing to stop young people dying behind the wheel.

What to Expect from Ramaphosa's Announcement on Fuel Price Formula Changes - Automobile Association by Radio Islam

The Automobile Association says the long-promised rollout of new speed camera signs for Northland and Auckland in the coming weeks is a win-win-win for everybody. AA says the signs will get drivers checking their speeds, improve road safety overall and help people avoid speeding tickets. AA spokesperson Dylan Thomsen spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Aucklanders should be waking up to an eleven-and a half-cent drop in fuel prices today as the Auckland Fuel Tax comes to an end. The Government says removing the fuel tax should help ease the cost of living. Principal policy advisor for the Automobile Association, Terry Collins, spoke to Ingrid Hipikiss

The Auckland Regional Fuel Tax expires today, saving motorists 11.5 cents per litre.  Automobile Association spokesperson Terry Collins says the organisation will be keeping a close eye on fuel companies to ensure they do drop prices.    LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite an initial commitment to extend the validity period of drivers' licences in South Africa, it seems that the Department of Transport will be sticking to requiring drivers to renew their licences every five years, citing eye checks as a necessary part of the process. Lester Kiewit speaks to Layton Beard of the Automobile Association of South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've filled up your gas tank lately, you'll know how much the price of fuel cuts into your household budget. But if you're a charity, every dollar you spend on gas is one less dollar spent on supporting people. So the Canadian Automobile Association in Atlantic Canada is donating electric delivery vans to food banks. Julia Kent is director of public advocacy for the CAA.

This episode is available in audio format on our Let's Talk Loyalty podcast and in video format on www.Loyalty.TV.Today's interview features a return guest, Steve Allmen, EVP of Strategy and Partnerships with the Canadian Automobile Association.Steve joins us on Loyalty TV to explain how global "roadside assistance" organisations around the world are evolving in 2024.He also shares how the "Canadian Automobile Association" obsesses about creating value for its members, whether they are drivers or not!While many of us as loyalty professionals rely on "earn and burn" loyalty models to drive engagement, their "membership mindset" creates new opportunities for growth that are fascinating for us all!Listen to enjoy my conversation with Steve Allmen. Show notes:1) Steve Allmen2) Canadian Automobile Association3) LTL #306: Canada's Changing Loyalty Market & Canadian Automobile Association Insights4) Watch the full interview at www.Loyalty.TV

Pippa Hudson is joined on the line by Layton Beard of the Automobile Association, about what happens to an unrestrained child during a car crash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Automobile Association says while most Auckland motorists will be pleased the government's going to scrap the regional fuel tax, the issue now is how it will be replaced. Transport Minister Simeon Brown has confirmed the government will end the city's tax of 11.5 cents per litre of fuel on June the 30th. Brown says the government will consider law changes to bring in other tools such as time of use charging, value capture, tolling, and public-private partnerships. But Auckland mayor Wayne Brown says scrapping the tax will leave a shortfall in the city's transport funding of $1.2 billion over the next four years. AA policy director Martin Glynn spoke to Corin Dann.

Layton Beard, spokesperson at Automobile Association and Charles De Wet, Tax Executive at ENSAfrica on the watered-down diesel issue and its implication.    In our signals feature, Bronwyn Williams, trend translator and future finance specialist at Flux trends discussed extreme longevity for human beings.       In personal finance, Warren Ingram, co-founder of Galileo Capital and personal financial advisor on whether your career determines how you work with your money. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A price increase appears likely for most fuels next month, according to predictions by the Automobile Association. Website

The number of deaths resulting from drink driving has more than doubled in the last ten years. A 111 people died because of a drunk driver last year, a big jump from 53 deaths in 2013. Police targets to test three million drivers a year for alcohol haven't been met since 2014, and will be a million under target this year. Dylan Thomsen from the Automobile Association spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Coming into the election, the state of roads is still the number one transport concern, according to an Automobile Association survey. Spokesperson Dylan Thomsen says more than 80 percent of its members want action on fixing and improving roads. He spoke with Corin Dann.

Petrol prices are expected to hit Kiwi's back pockets hard this year. The Automobile Association is warning petrol could shoot up 40 cents by July, a rise it says will be fuelled by global petrol organisation Opec +. AA Principal Policy Advisor, Terry Collins says they're choking supply to drive up prices. "All I can see is it going upwards, probably for the rest of the year. And what they've signalled is if demand drops, we'll keep just taking supply out of the market to either put the prices up or keep them at the level we want." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The AA is calling for increased spending on road maintenance as roads carry more traffic and complaints about damage caused by potholes reach an all time high. Waka Kotahi received 555 complaints in the first ten months of last year (up by more than 100 compared to 2021). Five of the most recent Automobile Association annual surveys rated the quality of road surfaces and potholes as a leading concern. Members are telling the AA the roads are "in the worst state they've ever been". The amount of kilometres driven in New Zealand has increased by almost a fifth (18%) since 2010. The AA says there's been a surge in pothole related memes and social media groups relating to road damage and claims for compensation are also on the rise. The AA advised the government ahead of the last election $900 million extra in road maintenance was needed over the next three years, to catch up on a backlog of maintenance work. $500m has been allocated. Kathryn Ryan speaks with AA spokesperson Dylan Thomsen and Road Transport Forum New Zealand Chief Executive Nick Leggett.

If you run in to car trouble on the road this summer, don't hold your breath for a quick fix. The Automobile Association is warning stresses on the system will delay the callout time for help. Workforce shortages are a key contributor to the strain, and reduced rental fleets will complicate alternatives. AA chief mobility officer Jonathan Sergel spoke to Corin Dann.  

Steven Allmen is passionate about cultivating loyalty and has been a key pillar of the Canadian loyalty community for over 20 years. With a career that includes advising some of the leading loyalty players in Canada such as Aeroplan and Air Miles, Steve is now working with the Canadian Automobile Association. In today's interview, he shares how the CAA is creating member engagement, such as their latest partnership strategy which is driving exponential growth, as well as how their overall proposition is evolving to continually delight customers. Listen and enjoy learning about loyalty in Canada from my conversation with Steve Allmen, EVP, Strategy and Partnerships with the Canadian Automobile Association. Show Notes: 1) Steven Allmen 2) Canadian Automobile Association 3) CAA Rewards

The government's strategy to reduce road deaths and injuries is missing most of its targets -- with the all-important breath testing and reducing speed limits lagging the most. Waka Kotahi's annual report shows only one of six measures for the Road to Zero strategy were met for the year to the end of June. And more people are dying on the roads this year than last. Waka Kotahi declined to come on the show to talk about the problem they have identified. The Automobile Association's road safety spokesperson, Dylan Thomsen spoke to Corin Dann instead.

Guest:  Layton Beard is the Spokesperson for the Automobile Association, and he joins John to discuss Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula's announcement of new driver's licence cards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mpumi Madisa CEO at Bidvest analyses their stellar financial results.      Stefano Marani, CEO at Renergen on how the company's gas plant will help drive up the transition towards clean energy and open competition in the sector.   Then Layton Beard, spokesperson at Automobile Association talks about his career as well as his relationship with moneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Layton Beard | Spokesperson at Automobile Association See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions are being asked about the sluggish drop in fuel prices following a slump falls in the cost of crude oil. While the cost of petrol at the pump is gradually going down the price of diesel remains high. Diesel is the main fuel used in trucks and tractors and used to be cheaper than petrol. So what's going on? Automobile Association principal policy advisor Terry Collins spoke to Corin Dann.

On the eve of new inflation figures, the government has announced it is extending the fuel tax cut and reduction in road user charges. The 25 cents cut in petrol excise duty, reduced road user charges and half price public transport fares will be extended until the end of January next year. Automobile Association principal policy advisor Terry Collins spoke to Kim Hill.

01.06.22 Pt 2 - We discover that Ndumiso is a jack of many trades as he tells us about the gardening skills he picked up during lockdown, and his boxing sessions. If there's one thing everyone is complaining about these days, it's the crazy price of petrol! Layton Beard, spokesperson for The Automobile Association of South Africa, joins the team to help us understand more about it.

The Automobile Association says a data breach has affected hundreds of thousands of customers.

Layton Beard, spokesperson at Automobile Association calls on minister of transport Fikile Mbalula to extend the date to renew licenses. Lexi Monzeglio, chef, and co-owner of Lexi's Health Eatery on the restaurant being acquired by Famous Brands. Liz Senior, occupational therapist & founder at The Clamber Club is our shapeshifter for the week. Senior speaks on promoting learning in a playful way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Layton Beard, spokesperson at Automobile Association responded to the government's suggestion to relieve consumers from the soaring prices of fuel by introducing things such as rationing the amount of petrol sold to motorists. Kirby Gordon, chief marketing officer at Flysafair on claims they have increased their prices exorbitantly since Comair was grounded — and Miles van der Molen, CEO at CemAir on how they are dealing with an increased number of customers. In investment School, Prof Adrian Saville, Investment Specialist at Genera Capital on geography and politics as investment drivers  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.