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Road accidents in South Africa - The harsh reality

You are a good driver. You are a careful driver. You follow the rules of the road. You have never even gotten as much as a parking ticket. Sadly, the same can’t be said about the person heading home from a braai after having one too many. Or the person running late on just another Monday morning. Or those who are in a rush to get to the beach over the holiday season. Not to mention the added risk of vehicle damage or accidents caused by potholes, sinkholes, and the general state of the roads.

Statistically speaking

Statistics on road accidents in South Africa are startling. In 2016 alone, there were a staggering 14,071 reported fatalities and an estimated 217,605 serious injuries due to road crashes. The economic toll is equally severe, with the cost of fatalities and serious injuries accounting for 8.6% of South Africa’s GDP.

These statistics reveal a sobering reality: with 22.4 traffic deaths per 100,000 inhabitants recorded in 2018, South Africa’s mortality rate far exceeds the global average. This stark contrast is evident when compared to the European Union’s average of 4.9 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants in the same year.

Accident ups and downs

Between 1990 and 2000, South Africa witnessed an average of around 9,500 road fatalities annually. However, the numbers took a dramatic turn for the worse after 2000, peaking in 2006 with over 15,000 reported fatalities.

Despite interventions that led to a decline in fatal crashes between 2006 and 2013, the trend reversed, with an increase in road deaths reported in the following three years. Shockingly, between 2000 and 2018, road deaths surged by a whopping 52%, highlighting the persistent challenge of road safety in the country.

After an accident

The aftermath of a car accident can be draining. For starters, dealing with insurance, the bank, and figuring out how to get around while the matter is being resolved. Then comes figuring out what to do about your wrecked vehicle, especially if you are uninsured.

That’s where Sell Your Damaged Car comes in, providing a fast, safe, hassle-free solution for your accident-damaged, wrecked, or salvaged car. SYDC will:

• buy any car with any level of damage for cash
• offer fast, reliable, and secure service
• make an obligation-free offer within 24 hours
• handle all paperwork and offers free towing
• offer instant cash for your salvage car

Sell a damaged car

While road accidents continue to pose a significant challenge in South Africa, SYDC stands ready to assist car owners in distress. As the largest salvage auctioneer in South Africa, SYDC leverages its extensive network and expertise to offer competitive prices for damaged vehicles. Car owners can trust SYDC to provide instant cash, enabling them to swiftly address their financial needs in the aftermath of an accident.

Contact Sell Your Damaged Car for a quote today and get the answers to your questions.