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AA weighs in on vehicle modifications

The Star

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March 27, 2025

SOUTH Africans like nothing more than taking a stock-standard car and making it faster, louder, brighter and lower.

- WILLIAM VAN DE PUTTE

Dangers recently there are told as we reported and it’s often not legal. We reached out to the Auto-mobile Association (AA) South Africa to get their take on what should be kept in mind before taking a grinder to your car.

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We also asked for their comment on current roadworthy and licence legislation and its enforcement.

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The AA acknowledges that South Africa has a strong car culture but note modifications to ensure the modifi-cations are legal, safe and compliant with the National Road Traffic Act.”

They added that before making any modifications, vehicle owners should consider the following:

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