Gauteng launches the registration process for car plates manufacturers

STAFF REPORTER

THE Gauteng MEC for Transport and Logistics, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela on Monday officially launched the registration process for manufacturers of vehicle number plates.

The registration process is a crucial component in the Gauteng Provincial Government’s plan to launch a secure new number system to combat crime, corruption, vandalism, and lawlessness in the province.

“We understand the importance of ensuring that manufacturers and embossers of number plates operate within the bounds of the law. Over the years, we have witnessed numerous challenges arising from non-compliant number plates, such as compromised safety, an increase in vehicle-related crime, and a lack of accountability from manufacturers,” said Diale-Tlabela.

Diale-Tlabela said the department is taking a proactive stance in securing the entire value chain, from manufacturing to distribution, ensuring that motor vehicle owners can have confidence in the legitimacy and quality of their number plates. 

The registration process requires manufacturers to submit their applications