Important
Visitor Information
Vehicle Safety
Review
your maps and other visitor information before leaving the car
rental area or elsewhere. Always be alert of your surroundings
and know how to reach your destination before departure. Always
keep your doors locked whilst driving or parked. Keep all valuables
in the boot or locked in the glove compartment. Ensure you know
the lights of emergency vehicles, police lights are blue. Do not
stop for flashing lights alone. In the rare event that you are
approached by a stranger demanding your valuables, do not resist,
your well being is more important than your belongings. Always
use the safety belts in the vehicle. It is law in South Africa
and may save your life in the event of an accident. Never drink
alcoholic beverages whilst driving, this is also against the law.
Do not give strangers a ride under any circumstances. Always be
aware of pedestrian traffic around your vehicle. Always park in
well lit areas, and always make sure you have your keys with you.
NEVER give the keys of your vehicle to anyone other than a representative.
All staff members can be identified by their uniform.
Personal
Safety
Do
not leave bags, brief cases or luggage unattended. Do not leave
children unattended. Carry Traveller's Cheques instead of cash.
Keep hotel and balcony doors locked when you go out. For all emergencies
dial 10111. Do not wear visible jewellery. Always walk in groups,
never walk alone at night.
Toll
Roads
Toll roads are operated on major routes. Charges vary from R2.00
per vehicle to R30.00 per vehicle. Payment at toll gates can be
nade with South African currency, alternatively all major credit
cards are accepted.
Seat Belts
The wearing of seat belts is compulsory by law.
Crossing of Borders
If you intend travelling from South Africa to neighbouring countries
during your stay in southern Africa, authorisation must first
be obtained in writing from Swans when you take delivery of your
vehicle. This requirement will allow to confirm the lecessary
foreign insurance cover on your vehicle.
Insurance
Insurance cover on your vehicle does not cover damage caused as
a result of reckless driving or as a consequence of driving under
he influence of alcohol. See terms & conditions on rental
agreement for further details.
Speed Limits
60 km hour -in urban areas.
120 km/hour -main roads and freeways.
Emergencies
What
To Do In The Event Of An Emergency
In
order for you to feel relaxed and safe during your visit to South
Africa, we have compiled an easy step by step guide for you to
follow in the event of an emergency. As with any major metropolitan
area throughout the world, there are standard precautions that
can be taken to ensure a pleasant stay.
STEP
1
Always make sure that YOU are safe. Drive with your windows closed.
If you feel threatened in any way, keep the doors of your vehicle
locked. In the event of you having to leave the vehicle, secure
all the doors before leaving. Never leave anyone alone with the
vehicle, it is best to walk together. Do not leave any visible
articles in the vehicle, lock all valuables in the boot. If you
have a cellular telephone, phone us immediately.
STEP
2
Take special note of the street in which you are parked or any
noticeable landmarks that will make it easier for us to locate
your vehicle. We have branches in all major centres. Once you
have access to a telephone, phone us immediately on any one of
the numbers listed.
STEP
3
Please ensure that you have the following information available.
This makes it possible for us to get to you quickly and resolve
the problem. a.. The registration number of the vehicle (this
can also be found on the keyring). b.. Is the vehicle driveable?
c.. Are the wheels punctured or the rims damaged? d.. Where exactly
is the vehicle (street name, highway name, landmarks etc) ? e..
What is the colour / make / type of the vehicle ? What is the
suspected problem? f.. Contact number where we can keep you informed
as to what action is being taken.
STEP
4
If you are in any way unable to obtain help, it might be possible
to stop a passing vehicle. Ask the driver to contact us when he/she
is able to get to a telephone. Make sure they have our telephone
number and your name and location. Unfortunately due to human
nature, you may want to try passing this information onto three
or four passing vehicles, that way we are sure to get the message
from at least one of them.
STEP
5
Relax, stay calm and let us worry about the rest. You can now
have peace of mind that a representative is on the way to you.
We will ensure that you are on your way speedily, whether this
means bringing you another vehicle or repairing the one you currently
have on rent.
