Word from The Times is that 51, 048 Toyota Yaris (pronounced “Paris” but with a Y) cars have been recalled in South Africa due to a seat belt defect that could result in a “post-collision fire”. A piece of sound insulation material situated under the front seat belt retractors may become damaged in the event of a crash and may burst into flames. This may cause an unpleasant burning sensation for the driver and/or passenger. Yaris owners can take their vehicles in to their dealerships to resolve the problem at no cost.

If you’ve died in a Yaris selt-belt related fire, do let us know. I hold seances every weekend.