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You party, WeDrive - the safest way home after a night out!

Driving under the influence continues to be one of the biggest threats to road safety in South Africa.

In this article you'll read about:

  • How much is too much?
  • How does WeDrive work?

A night out shouldn't end with an unsafe drive home. Miway's WeDrive take-me-home service gives qualifying clients a safer alternative by getting you and your insured car home.

Driving under the influence remains a serious road-safety concern in South Africa. The Road Traffic Management Corporation reported 17,000 arrests following alcohol enforcement operations during 2024, up from 12,338 in 2023.

The safest choice is simple: if you've been drinking, don't drive. Plan your journey home before you go out.

What is WeDrive?

WeDrive is Miway's take-me-home service for qualifying clients. Instead of leaving your vehicle behind, the service allows you to be driven safely to your destination in your own insured car.

It's one of the added benefits available with qualifying Miway car insurance, helping make responsible driving decisions easier when you need another way home.

Miway's current car insurance offering includes up to six WeDrive take-me-home trips per year on qualifying cover. Terms, conditions and availability apply.

Find out more about Miway car insurance

How does WeDrive work?

Using WeDrive is designed to be simple.

Qualifying clients can arrange a trip through the Miway App or MiHelp. Two drivers are dispatched to the agreed collection point. One drives you home in your own vehicle while the second follows.

This means both you and your car get home safely.

Peak periods such as weekends, public holidays and major events can be busy, so advance booking is recommended. Availability and operating conditions can change, which is why it is worth confirming the latest details when making your booking.

Who qualifies for WeDrive?

WeDrive availability depends on your Miway policy and the benefits attached to your cover.

Miway's current product information indicates that policyholders with a qualifying insured car can receive up to six WeDrive trips each year.

Not sure whether your car insurance includes WeDrive? Check your policy documents or contact Miway to confirm your benefits before you need the service.

That way, your safe journey home is already part of the plan.

Why plan your trip home?

It can be difficult to judge how alcohol will affect someone, and driving after drinking creates unnecessary risk for the driver, passengers and other road users.

Rather than trying to work out whether you're able to drive, make the safer decision before the night begins: arrange another way home.

A designated-driver or take-me-home service also means you don't necessarily have to leave your vehicle behind overnight.

WeDrive gives qualifying Miway clients another option.

When should you book WeDrive?

Booking ahead is particularly important during busy periods.

Weekends, public holidays and major events can increase demand for take-me-home services. If you already know you're going to an event, consider arranging your journey home in advance rather than waiting until you're ready to leave.

You can manage WeDrive bookings through the Miway App.

Learn more about the Miway App

Does WeDrive take your car home too?

Yes. The purpose of WeDrive is to get both you and your insured vehicle safely to your destination.

This makes it different from simply arranging alternative transport and leaving your vehicle at the venue.

Is WeDrive included with Miway car insurance?

WeDrive is available on qualifying Miway cover, with Miway's current car insurance information listing up to six take-me-home trips each year. Eligibility, availability and terms and conditions apply.

Check your policy documents if you're unsure whether the benefit is included with your cover.

Make getting home part of the plan

A good night out starts with knowing how you're getting home.

If driving isn't the safe option, leave the driving to someone else. With WeDrive, qualifying Miway clients can arrange a safer journey home without having to leave their insured vehicle behind.

Already with Miway? Check your policy benefits and use the Miway App to see whether WeDrive is available to you.

Looking for cover that gives you more than protection for your vehicle?

Get a Miway car insurance quote and see the benefits available with your cover.

WeDrive eligibility, trip allowances, operating areas and availability are subject to Miway's applicable terms and conditions. Confirm current service details when booking.

 

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