GEORGE NEWS - To enhance road safety ahead of the busy Easter holiday period, the Western Cape Government is offering free 10-point vehicle safety checks to all motorists.
This initiative aims to help drivers, particularly those embarking on long journeys, ensure their vehicles are in a roadworthy condition.
The inspections, conducted by qualified examiners, will focus on key safety components, including tyres, brakes, lights, suspension, CV joints, electrical systems, exhaust systems, wipers and licence discs.
It is important to note that these assessments do not constitute a full roadworthy test, but are designed to help motorists identify potential safety concerns.
The Western Cape Mobility Department has confirmed that driver’s licences will not be scanned for outstanding warrants or fines. Each vehicle will receive a printed report outlining any issues requiring attention. By participating in these free inspections, motorists are contributing to safer roads throughout the province.
Dates and locations
The free vehicle safety checks will be available from 08:00 to 15:30 at various testing centres across the province on Friday 11 April, and from Monday to Wednesday, 14 to 16 April.
In collaboration with private testing centres and local authorities, the Western Cape Government has ensured that these inspections are widely accessible.
Motorists can visit the following locations for their free checks:
• Gene Louw Traffic Training College, Brackenfell Blvd, Brackenfell
• Hessequa Municipality, 48 Mulder St, Riversdale
• George Municipality, c/o Station and Hibernia St, George
• Saldanha Bay Municipality, c/o Suffren and Bree St, Langebaan
• Saldanha Bay Municipality, 16 Velddrif Rd, Vredenburg (for scholar transport vehicles with GVM greater than 3 500kg)
• AVTS Airport, Boston Circle, Airport Industria
• AVTS Bellville, Duminy/Voortrekker Rd, Bellville
• AVTS CBD, 86 Sir Lowry Rd, Cape Town
• AVTS Kenilworth, 422 Imam Haron Rd, Lansdowne
• AVTS Strand, 3 Calvyn St, Strand
• AVTS Table View, 139 Blaauwberg Rd, Table View
• AVTS Wingfield, Olympic Park, Voortrekker Rd, Goodwood
• VTS Athlone, 103 Orion Rd, Surrey Estate
• VTS Diep River, 127 Main Rd, Diep River
Western Cape Mobility Minister Isaac Sileku urged motorists to take advantage of the initiative.
“As we approach the Easter holiday period, we encourage all road users to prioritise safety. These free vehicle safety checks offer an excellent opportunity for motorists to ensure their vehicles are in a safe condition before embarking on their journeys.
A well-maintained vehicle is essential in preventing crashes caused by mechanical failures. By participating in this initiative, drivers play a vital role in making our roads safer for everyone,” he said.
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