The free vehicles 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 as a city, because we have a high volume of heavy vehicles driving in and out of our city due to the large industries that we have in our municipal area.
“We also encourage public operators to continue to test their vehicles on a regular basis, even beyond the campaign,” says MMC on Transport Clr Thumbu Mahlangu.
The free test campaign seeks to curb fatal road accidents as a result of vehicle unroadworthiness.
Taxis and buses are also encouraged to come for tests.
The assessment involves the checking of tyres, brakes, hand brakes, the 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.
