EKURHULENI is calling on truck owners with a Gross Vehicle Mass of 3 500kg or more to visit its testing stations for free vehicle assessment.
The free vehicle assessment campaign is open for the entire month of October to mark National Transport Month.
The participating testing stations include those in Nigel, Springs, Brakpan, Germiston, Boksburg and Kempton Park.
“Ensuring that we have roadworthy vehicles on our roads is fundamental for us because we have a high volume of heavy vehicles driving in and out of our City due to the large industries we have in our municipal area. We also encourage public operators to continue on a regular basis to test their vehicles even beyond the campaign,” says Member of the Mayoral Committee on Transport, Clr Thumbu Mahlangu.
The free test campaign seeks to curb fatal road accidents as a result of vehicle not being roadworthy.
Taxis and buses are also encouraged to come for tests.
The assessment involves the checking of tyres, brakes, handbrakes, steering mechanism and the general condition of the vehicle.
The MMC encourages all public transport operators to seize the opportunity to be informed about the roadworthy status of their vehicles so that corrective measures can be taken and prevent deadly accidents.
