Learner transport and public transport vehicles are urged to take up the offer.

As learners and teachers return for the third term of the academic year, the Western Cape Government is offering free vehicle safety checks for scholar and public transport vehicles.

The free safety checks are available from Tuesday, July 21, until Thursday, July 23.

According to the provincial government, this initiative supports safer journeys for learners and commuters by encouraging drivers and operators to proactively assess the condition of their vehicles.

The free safety checks will be conducted between 8am and 3pm at Gene Louw Traffic College and participating vehicle testing centres across the province, in partnership with municipalities and vehicle testing centres. Operators and drivers are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity before returning to their regular transport services.