MasterDrive Coastal

24/12/2025

🚶‍♂️⚠️ Pedestrians account for 41% of all festive season road fatalities — the single largest group impacted by road crashes.

Most of these deaths occurred in Gauteng, the Western Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal.
Drivers: Slow down in pedestrian zones.

Pedestrians: Avoid walking while intoxicated, stay visible at night, and cross only where safe.

Every choice saves a life — yours or someone else’s.
Let’s respect one another on the road this December.

🔗 Read more about our December Safety Blitz: https://mastertorque.co.za/masterdrives-december-safety-blitz-targets-festive-road-deaths/

23/12/2025

Traditional skidpan training is limited to Gauteng and often fully booked.

Fact: SkidMonster can be done on any flat surface (like a parking lot) and its portability allows it to fit into a car boot to be set up at any venue of choice.

That means your teams in all provinces get the same high-quality training, standardised nationally.

Train your drivers before the festive season rush and automatically qualify for big prizes in our December Driver Safety Advantage competition.

Use the following link to find out more today!
https://www.masterdrive.co.za/december-driver-safety-advantage/

17/12/2025

🚨 Human behaviour remains the biggest threat on South African roads.
During the 2024/2025 festive season, 87% of all fatal crashes were caused by unsafe driving behaviours — speeding, drunk driving, fatigue, distraction, and reckless decisions behind the wheel.

This December, MasterDrive urges all motorists and fleet operators to take proactive steps to protect their teams and families. Training saves lives — and it starts with awareness, responsibility, and preparation.

Give your drivers the MasterDrive advantage this festive season.

🔗 Read more about our December Safety Blitz: https://mastertorque.co.za/masterdrives-december-safety-blitz-targets-festive-road-deaths/

16/12/2025

Defensive Driver Training is vital — adding skidmonster is just as essential.

Human error still happens, and when it does, drivers must know how to regain control.

The SkidMonster course builds on defensive driving by teaching the Prevention, Detection and Correction of skids through a structured 3-module program:
✔ Classroom session
✔ Practical skid recovery
✔ Final evaluation

Your drivers leave with real-world skills — and a certificate showing their competency.
Book now and boost your chances to win major prizes in our December Safety Blitz.

Use the following link to find out more today!
https://www.masterdrive.co.za/december-driver-safety-advantage/

11/12/2025

DRIVE CHAT | “Fuelling Dreams, Financing Journeys”

with FNB’s Natasha Moreira

In our latest Drive Chat episode, hosted by Eugene Herbert, we sit down with Natasha Moreira, Fleet Product Head at FNB, to explore how financial strategy and road safety go hand-in-hand in building stronger, more profitable fleets.

Natasha shares key insights on:
🚚 How safer fleets can boost profitability
🏆 How the Fleet Safety Awards help businesses grow and stand out
💼 Why a strong safety record matters when applying for fleet finance
🇿🇦 What FNB’s support says about responsible business leadership in South Africa

This conversation is essential viewing for fleet owners, managers, and business leaders shaping the future of safe, sustainable transport.

🎥 Watch the full episode here:
👉 https://youtu.be/NYEXZa3vwww

Fleet Safety Awards Headline Partners:
Castrol FNB M.A.G - Motor Accident Group Santam Insurance Tracker Connect Automechanika Johannesburg

In this conversation, Natasha unpacks how fleet safety is more than compliance — it’s a strategic advantage that can reduce risk, improve performance, and un...

09/12/2025

Drivers often think skidding is only a high-speed problem — but skids occur at any speed, especially in wet conditions, sudden swerves, or panic braking.

SkidMonster training prepares drivers to detect, prevent, and recover from skids at realistic, safe, low speeds.

It’s practical, controlled, and builds real confidence where it matters most.

Train your drivers before the festive season peak and enter our December competition automatically when you book 10 or more drivers.

Use the following link to find out more today!
https://www.masterdrive.co.za/december-driver-safety-advantage/

02/12/2025

Many drivers believe skid control can only be learned on a traditional skidpan — but that’s simply not true.

With SkidMonster, MasterDrive delivers the same collision-avoidance and skid-recovery skills on any flat surface, with no water, low speeds, and minimal wear on tyres or fuel.

Advanced safety training is now accessible to every region — not just Gauteng.

Book your team for December and qualify for our December Driver Safety Campaign, with over R40 000 in prizes.

Use the following link to find out more today!
https://www.masterdrive.co.za/december-driver-safety-advantage/

26/11/2025

MasterDrive Honoured at the RSPSA AGM 2025

MasterDrive was proud to attend the Road Safety Partnership South Africa (RSPSA) 17th Annual General Meeting and Panel Talk — a powerful gathering dedicated to building a safer future for South Africa’s youth.

A major highlight of the day:
MasterDrive CEO, Eugene Herbert, was honoured with a Chairman’s Award for his outstanding contribution to road safety in South Africa.

This recognition reflects years of leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to reducing road fatalities and empowering safer driving across the country.

We are proud to stand alongside partners who share this mission, and we remain committed to supporting initiatives that create safer, smarter, and more responsible mobility for all.

Global Road Safety Partnership ArriveAlive.co.za

26/11/2025

Capturing the Spirit of Safety Excellence at the 2025 Fleet Safety Awards!

Here’s a look back at some of the energy, celebration, and incredible people who made the 2025 Fleet Safety Awards truly remarkable. From industry leaders to our inspiring winners, every moment captured at the 360° booth reminds us why this event matters — because road safety is a celebration of people, progress, and purpose.

A heartfelt thank you to our Headline partners, whose commitment made this event possible:

Castrol FNB M.A.G - Motor Accident Group Santam Insurance Tracker Connect Automechanika Johannesburg

And every supporting partner who helped us turn vision into impact.

Together, we are shaping safer roads for South Africa.

ArriveAlive.co.za

24/11/2025

MasterDrive Launches the December Driver Safety Campaign!

Book 10+ drivers for Defensive Driver Training this December and stand a chance to win amazing prizes worth over R50 000 — while protecting your team during SA’s deadliest month on the roads.

What you can win:

- Luxury Glamping Holiday (Grand Prize) valued R8000
- Two x R5 000 Gift Vouchers
- Every 10 drivers booked = 1 entry

Plus FREE virtual safety sessions:

* When Seconds Matter: Mastering December's Deadliest Roads
* Hijack Awareness and Prevention: "Essential vigilance for drivers returning to routine

(Train 20+ drivers and get both sessions free)

December sees the highest crash rates in South Africa — make safety a priority and get rewarded for it.

🔗 Read more:
https://mastertorque.co.za/masterdrives-december-safety-blitz-targets-festive-road-deaths

Glamping Adventures

20/11/2025

🌟 WomenIN Festival 2025 — A Celebration of Strength, Insight & Sisterhood

WomenIN Festival brought together an incredible, diverse community of women for two days of powerful conversations, meaningful networking, and fresh perspectives. From tough but necessary discussions on gender-based violence to leadership, wellness, mentorship, and the growing impact of AI, the event was rich with knowledge and inspiration. Our MC, Leigh-Anne Williams, kept the energy vibrant and the room fully engaged throughout.

Highlights included Nicole Skyes’ deeply moving keynote on redefining failure, and Joni Peddie’s refreshing shift from “bounce back” to “bounce forward.” Day 2 gave us standout insights from Lauren Hartzenberg on tackling textile waste and Nafi Abrahams, whose spirited approach during Sisterhood is a Strategy left a lasting impression.

Overall, WomenIN Festival was beautifully executed, impactful, and filled with moments that encouraged growth, connection, and courage. A powerful reminder of what happens when women come together — we elevate, empower, and inspire. 💛✨

12/11/2025

Behind every milestone is a team that makes it possible.

A heartfelt thank you to our Headline Partners —

Castrol | FNB | Santam Heavy Haulage | Tracker | Motor Accident Group (MAG) — for your unwavering commitment to advancing fleet safety, sustainability, and innovation.

To all our partners, your leadership and support transform the Fleet Safety Awards from an event into a movement — one that’s saving lives, protecting assets, and shaping a safer South Africa.

Fleet Safety Awards Headline Partners:

Castrol FNB M.A.G - Motor Accident Group Santam Insurance Tracker Connect Automechanika Johannesburg

ArriveAlive.co.za