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Calls mount to shut down petrol stations selling contaminated fuel in South Africa
Are petrol stations in South Africa jeopardising vehicle safety? Mikateko Mahlaule, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Mineral and Petroleum Resources, demands immediate government action to shut down stations selling contaminated fuel, a growing concern affecting many motorists.
Petrol price increase: It's going to cost you more to fill up on New Year's Day
Motorists will have to pay more for fuel, come January 1, 2025, and holidaymakers are urged to factor this additional cost into their travel plans back home.
After 33 years Volkswagen just produced its last VR6 engine
The VR6 powered a wide variety of vehicles in the Volkswagen Group stable, and after 33 years in production, the very last version of this narrow-angle six-cylinder engine rolled off an assembly line in China.
Nigeria's Dangote refinery caught between promise and reality
Aliko Dangote says he is awaiting the green light from the state-run Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), the only entity that buys gasoline for the domestic market.
Morongwe Mokone and Refilwe Sebothoma shine at 2024 Veuve Clicquot Awards
Morongwe “Mo” Mokone and Refilwe Sebothoma, pioneering entrepreneurs, have been named the winners of the 2024 Veuve Clicquot Awards in the categories of Bold Woman and Bold Future Awards, for their exceptional impact on innovation and sustainability.
Refilwe Sebothoma went from a triplet born in poverty, to thriving businesswoman in the energy sector
Businesswoman Refilwe Sebothoma, aims to claim the title of the 2024 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman, aiming to inspire and empower women to envision starting their own businesses.
Transnet to fight R6bn cost award to Sasol and TotalEnergies
Transnet said the variation agreement had as its central feature that, in calculating the tariff from Durban to the Natref refinery, the so-called “neutrality principle” would apply in terms of which Natref would neither be advantaged nor disadvantaged by its inland location
Fuel price drop fails to impress struggling SA motorists
The news was met with a lukewarm reception on social media, with many expressing that the drop is not enough.
Four Zim nationals arrested in Pretoria with suspected fake oil products
Gauteng police have arrested four Zimbabwean nationals after being found in possession of 3,000 litres of petroleum oil bearing reputable brands, valued at R225,000 in Centurion, Pretoria, on Tuesday, during a take-down operation.
This is how much more you will pay for petrol from next month
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announced the price adjustments set to come into effect from next month.
World oil demand grows amid Red Sea shipping disruptions: IEA
The global oil demand is expected to rise sharply as the supply routed through the Red Sea has come under attack by Yemen’s Huthi Rebels who are protesting the Israel-Palestine war.
Personal taxes hiked by stealth and steep increase in sin taxes to close tax gap
As anticipated, minister Godongwana steered clear of increasing VAT or personal taxes.
Fuel price hike to sting consumers as cost of living rises
Consumers in South Africa are in for a prolonged period of rising cost of living as the price of petrol is set to rise again in March, following a hefty hike this month, as the finance minister hikes the general fuel levy to shore up the government’s deteriorating revenue collection.
February 2024 fuel price outlook is getting bleaker by the day
South African motorists will almost certainly be hit with higher fuel prices in February, but the extent of these increases remains up in the air.
Dodgy diesel not likely at 'major' fuel outlets, says Energy Department
Those with diesel vehicles have more than just high fuel prices to worry about this week, after reports that tainted diesel fuel had been found at numerous outlets.
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9 easy ways to slash fuel costs
With the cost of fuel continuously on the rise, it's more important than ever to find ways to reduce your vehicle's fuel consumption.
Tiger Brands Foundation urges businesses to redirect CSI spend towards in-school nutrition programmes
With more households becoming food insecure due to the tough economic conditions, child hunger is likely to grow.
These common petrol-saving hacks will not get you more out of your fuel
Motorists use different tactics to help them get more mileage. However, some of these could be doing more harm than good.
A side hustle may be the solution during tough times
Having more than one income stream is becoming a necessity as the cost of living continues to rise.
Good news for motorists: petrol price set to decrease from Wednesday
Motorists can expect significant fuel price reductions to start 2023, says the AA.
Desperate times call for desperate measures, but do petrol-saving hacks work?
The increase in fuel may see many turn to unorthodox methods to try to get the most out of every litre of fuel, but do they really work?
Mpumalanga police officer released on R500 bail for petrol theft
A Mpumalanga police officer and his accomplice were released on bail by the Balfour Magistrate’s Court after they were arrested for allegedly stealing petrol.
Myths busted: doing these things will not save you petrol
There are many tactics that motorists believe could help them get more mileage, however, some of these tactics could be doing more bad than good.
NDPP’s Bloem fleet manager accused of R100K fuel card fraud granted R3000 bail
A 48-year-old employee of the Director of Public Prosecution was arrested in Bloemfontein on Friday, for misuse of state petrol card amounting to more than R100 000.