Big changes coming for affordable cars sold in South Africa

• The Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) is pushing for new safety regulations for entry-level cars sold across the country, requiring a minimum level of safety equipment such as electronic stability control and 6 airbags.
• The AA's SaferCarsForAfrica campaign aims to highlight the discrepancy in safety standards between cars sold in Africa and other markets, citing data that shows entry-level cars in South Africa often lack essential safety features like electronic stability control and 6 airbags.
• If implemented, the new safety regulations could lead to improved road safety in South Africa, with the AA advocating for a minimum 3-star GNCAP safety rating for all new vehicles sold in the country.