South African motorists are heading for a new reality on the roads when the Aarto demerit system comes into effect.
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (OUTA) has filed an urgent High Court application to halt Phase 2 of the AARTO system.
Western Cape municipalities remain excluded from the national Aarto rollout following a formal intergovernmental dispute by the City of Cape Town
South African motorists can now receive traffic fines electronically via WhatsApp, SMS, and email under the new AARTO rollout.
The controversial traffic fine system known as Aarto has begun its countrywide rollout on schedule, despite objections from municipalities who say the country is not ready.
Salga has approached the High Court to halt the Phase Two Aarto rollout, warning that implementing the law will cost municipalities more than it generates.
Fines SA warns that AARTO will not replace the current system immediately. Two fine frameworks may run side-by-side, with different rules.
The City of Cape Town has declared an intergovernmental dispute over Aarto, demanding suspension of the rollout until legal and operational barriers are resolved.
South Africans are urged to check traffic fines before Easter travel to avoid penalties and ensure safer road conditions during peak traffic.
Fake traffic fines are on the rise. Motorists are caution against fraudulent websites that impersonate official platforms.