As the tourism season intensifies in South Africa, JR Travels has taken a significant safety leap by implementing mandatory tourism fleet maintenance SA protocols starting August 2025. These regulations will require monthly brake, tyre, and mechanical inspections for every bus in the company’s fleet. Finalized in July 2025, the new passenger vehicle inspection rule comes … Read more
In a bold move toward travel equality and accessible mobility, JR Travels has rolled out a new fleet of wheelchair-accessible vans SA across Cape Town and Durban in July 2025. This initiative marks a significant milestone in expanding inclusive tourism fleet services in South Africa, targeting travelers with limited mobility and elderly passengers who require … Read more
As the global tourism and transport industries continue to embrace sustainability, JR Travels is preparing to take a major leap in July 2025 with the pilot launch of its solar-powered buses SA project. These solar-assisted hybrid buses will run on long-distance intercity routes across South Africa, marking a significant step forward in the company’s mission … Read more
In a move designed to redefine road travel comfort, JR Travels has launched its all-new luxury van rental South Africa fleet this July 2025, complete with premium interiors, onboard WiFi, mobile charging ports, and personalized service options. This launch falls under the company’s broader tourism upgrade service initiative aimed at attracting both international and local … Read more
In a forward-looking move aimed at boosting long-distance travel safety, JR Travels has begun deploying driver fatigue monitoring tech across its fleet of intercity buses as of July 2025. With road accidents often attributed to drowsy or inattentive driving during long hauls, the company is now integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to monitor driver alertness in … Read more
In a decisive move to enhance public road safety, South Africa has made it mandatory for all minibus taxis to install speed limiters by the end of July 2025. This new regulation under the updated SA minibus speed limiter law aims to reduce road accidents involving one of the country’s most widely used forms of … Read more
In a move that redefines eco-tourism in Southern Africa, JR Travels has officially announced the EV travel van launch South Africa, set to roll out in October 2025. The company is investing heavily in green tourism vehicles to support sustainable, emission-free travel between major tourist cities and destinations across the country. As of July 2025, … Read more
Starting August 2025, South Africa will implement a revolutionary change in how long-distance tour travel is regulated. The long drive permits SA 2025 initiative is introducing a digital permit system to streamline documentation and compliance for commercial and rental vehicles operating intercity tours. This move is part of a wider vehicle paperwork change aimed at … Read more
The South African government is stepping in to offer much-needed financial relief to public transport operators through a new minibus taxi fuel subsidy SA initiative. Set to begin in October 2025, this scheme is part of a larger transport budget update aimed at stabilizing rising operational costs and supporting more affordable travel for commuters and … Read more
In a major step towards greener travel, the EV travel vans launch SA marks a new era for tourism across South Africa. Starting August 2025, travel agencies across key cities and tourist hubs have begun deploying electric vans to promote electric vehicle tourism. With increasing demand for sustainable experiences, this transition is transforming how both … Read more