EDITOR’S NOTE
MARK SMYTH: Realities and changes that are upon us
SA is way behind when it comes to many global trends affecting the motorist
Will 2018 be the year of major changes or a year of the same? Internationally the automotive industry is gearing up for something of a revolution with many governments demanding more alternative fuel cars and electric vehicles and cars regularly being banned from some of the most polluted cities. Habits are changing, with many young people wondering why they even need a driving licence at all in cities like London and New York. The popularity of ride-hailing services, car-sharing schemes and the latest public transport systems are making getting around without owning a car easier than before. But SA is behind the curve on these developments. It is not surprising given the multitude of issues the country is facing. Even the Cape Town water crisis affects motorists. Not being able to wash your car is a minor thing, but imagine when the taps run dry and you can’t put water in the radiator of your car or the Golden Arrow buses overheat. As to the international trend towards alternative ...
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