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Rule Number One - Keep
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The general speed limit on
national highways, urban freeways and other major routes in South Africa is 120 km/h (75
mph), that on secondary (rural) roads is 100 km/h (60 mph), and in built-up areas 60 km/h
(35 mph) unless otherwise indicated. |
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All the national roads in
South Africa have petrol (gas) stations with restaurants, restrooms and shops dispersed
along the route, so use them to freshen-up on long drives. |
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If you are the only vehicle approaching the stop street,
stop and make sure that there is no oncoming traffic before you proceed. |
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First vehicle at the stop street has the right
of way. |
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Ensure that your vehicle comes to a complete stop before
you proceed. |
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If the light is green, you
may proceed. It is always advisable to slow down at a green light and check for
approaching traffic. |
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When turning right
and the light is green, the approaching traffic has right of way. Wait for the approaching
traffic to pass before you proceed. |
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If you are turning left and
the light is green, you may proceed. |
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If the traffic light turns
amber, slow down and stop. |
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A flashing green arrow
indicates you may turn in the direction indicated. |
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A flashing red
arrow on your left indicates that you may turn if no other traffic is approaching. |
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A steady red or green arrow
indicates that you may proceed with caution. |
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When traffic lights are out
of order, please treat the intersection as a four way stop. |
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Always yield to the right at
a traffic circle. |
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Vehicles already
in the traffic circle and those vehicles entering the circle on your right have the right
of way. |
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Proceed with caution only
once all vehicles on your right have passed. |
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Note that all vehicles
already in the circle have right of way. |
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| It is illegal to
park a vehicle on the opposite side of the road facing oncoming traffic. |
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| It is illegal to
operate a mobile phone with one hand whilst driving. |
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Always drive with locked
doors. |
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Always keep your
car locked when unattended, even if you’re just popping into a shop. |
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Do not put handbags or
cellphones on the passenger seat. |
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Be careful if approached by
strangers at traffic lights or intersections. |
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Do not pick up hitchhikers. |
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Never drink and drive. |
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Don’t drive if you are
tired or sleepy. |
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Never stop and wander around
in deserted areas, rather stop at an open picnic area or fuel station. |
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Drive courteously, allowing
faster vehicles to pass. |
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Study the roads you plan to
take, and make sure your maps are up-to-date. |
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