National road accident stats
RTMC warns motorists against excessive speed
RTMC says motorists are losing control of their cars due to excessive speed.
The Transport Department has urged road users to obey the rules of the road this festive season.
In 2013, 241 people died over the same period, while 217 died in 2012 and 214 in 2011.
South Africans Against Drunk Driving says motorists think drinking and driving isn't a serious offence.