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South Africa petrol price increase confirmed for September
The South Africa petrol price increase takes effect on Wednesday, 2 September 2026, as motorists face higher fuel costs and rising retail margins.
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September 2026 fuel price increase hits diesel hardest
The September 2026 fuel price increase lands on 2 September, and diesel takes the heavier blow. Here is what a 60-litre tank will cost.
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Summer blend gasoline rule ends early to cut fuel prices
The summer blend gasoline rule is being waived for two weeks from 1 September as American petrol prices sit near $4.10 a gallon.
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Have I Been Flocked website lets drivers check plates
The Have I Been Flocked website went viral in the US as drivers checked Flock Safety audit logs to see who ran their number plate through the network.
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August 2026 fuel price splits petrol and diesel users
The August 2026 fuel price cuts petrol but pushes diesel and paraffin higher from 5 August. See the new prices and what a 60-litre tank now costs.
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South Africa diesel price to rise sharply in August
The South Africa diesel price is heading up by as much as R1.60 a litre in August, even as petrol drivers get a small cut at the pumps.
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Tesla Autopilot crashes record set in May 2026 filings
The Tesla Autopilot crashes record hit 207 in May 2026, with the company redacting nearly every crash report as an NHTSA probe continues.
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South Africa August 2026 fuel price relief shrinks
Brent crude's surge has slashed South Africa August 2026 fuel price relief, shrinking petrol cuts and tipping diesel towards an increase.
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July 2026 fuel price adjustments confirmed: Here’s everything you must know
The highly anticipated July 2026 fuel price adjustment South Africa brings massive financial relief, as petrol decreases and wholesale diesel drops following significant global market shifts.
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July 2026 fuel price cut on the cards despite levy hike
A July 2026 fuel price cut is expected for South African motorists as oil falls, though a new levy of R1.50 a litre on petrol will soften the relief.
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South Africa petrol price set for sharp July relief
The South Africa petrol price could fall around R2.65 a litre in July 2026, with diesel down more, even as the fuel levy returns on 1 July.
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South Africa petrol price relief threatened by July levy
South Africa's petrol price may ease in July 2026, but the fuel levy relief ending on 1 July could claw back much of the saving at the pump.
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July 2026 fuel price relief on the cards for South Africa
Early data points to July 2026 fuel price cuts for petrol and diesel, but a returning levy and a volatile oil market could shrink the relief.
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Petrol price June 2026: R1.43 hike as fuel relief is halved
Petrol price June 2026 increases of R1.43 a litre hit motorists from 3 June as fuel levy relief is halved, while diesel and paraffin fall.
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South Africa petrol price to rise again in June 2026
South Africa's petrol price rises between R1.63 and R1.69 per litre from 4 June 2026 as the government halves fuel levy relief. Official figures out 3 June.
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Petrol rises above predictions after DMPR confirms official May prices
DMPR confirms petrol rises R3.27/l from Wednesday 6 May 2026. The slate levy explains why it's higher than forecast.
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Petrol price to jump by R2.09 a litre from Wednesday as government extends fuel levy relief
South Africa's May 2026 petrol price rises by R2.09 a litre from Wednesday. Government extends fuel levy relief until June. Here's what to expect.
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South Africa extends fuel levy cut as Iran war keeps oil above $120 a barrel
South Africa has extended its fuel levy reduction in 2026 as the Iran war keeps Brent crude above $120 a barrel. Here is what changes in June.
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Petrol price increase confirmed for May 2026 despite fuel levy relief extension
South Africa's petrol price is set to increase by about R2.09 per litre from 6 May 2026 despite fuel levy relief. Here is what motorists can expect to pay.
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South Africa’s fuel levy relief to be phased out by July as National Treasury eyes finances
South Africa's temporary R3/l fuel levy cut will be phased out by June's end, with the full R4.10/l petrol levy reinstated from 1 July 2026. Here's what to expect.
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Cape Town flags 108 drunk-driving arrests in a week as city raises road safety alarm
Cape Town recorded 108 drunk-driving arrests in a single week during the Freedom Day long weekend. The city says enforcement operations will not ease up.
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Mahindra advances plans to upgrade South Africa bakkie factory to full local assembly
Mahindra is in advanced talks with the IDC to upgrade its Durban bakkie plant to full CKD assembly, deepening its South African manufacturing footprint in 2026.
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South Africa petrol price May 2026: what drivers can expect at the pump
South Africa's May 2026 petrol price could rise R2.63/litre despite the government's fuel levy cut, with the official DMRE announcement expected on 6 May 2026.
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South Africa faces record May petrol price increase as Iran blockade drives oil above $100 a barrel
South Africa faces a record May 2026 petrol price increase as the US Iran naval blockade sends Brent crude above $100 and the R3/litre levy relief expires on 5 May.
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Easter road deaths South Africa 2026 drop as 165 motorists arrested over weekend
Easter road deaths fall as Creecy reports fewer fatalities and 165 motorists arrested in a weekend of stepped-up traffic enforcement.
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April 2026 fuel price increase confirmed: What you will pay at the pump from Wednesday
South Africa's official April 2026 fuel price increase has been confirmed. Petrol rises by R3.06 per litre in Gauteng, but a government levy relief kept the damage smaller than predicted.
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South Africa’s April 2026 fuel price hike explained: What the numbers actually mean for your wallet
South Africa's April 2026 fuel price increase is shaping up to be one of the largest in years. Here is what is driving it and what you are likely to pay from 1 April.
