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Cape Town has become synonymous with new cars as it seems to be the destination of manufacturers when launching their brands, and that is because of the convenience the City
The figures look insane on paper, the 522kW makes the Jeep Cherokee Trackhawk the fastest SUV ever built. We are sure it is destined for South Africa in the next
The world of automobile is changing faster than we can imagine. Brands we have never associated with certain types of cars before, have now moved into those spaces. The likes
Subaru fans, particularly Forester fans, the new Forester has made a quiet entrance to the South African market. The new Forester features a new direct-injection four-cylinder, 2.0-litre Boxer® engine that
Lexus is no stranger to the hybrid technology, they have been at it for a while. Lexus South Africa has this week announced the new model upgrade for its mid-range
Granted, Toyota Corolla may be one of the most bland if not boring cars on the road but it is movement. Hence Toyota does not have to try too hard
There is no question about the need for affordable entry-level cars in South AfricaBut this, however, can be a huge balancing act for motor manufacturers who want to put such
Isuzu Motors South Africa (Isuzu) has refreshed its bakkie range, giving it a new name along with higher levels of specification, quality and efficiency to make its popular light commercial
The Jaguar XE 300 SPORT special edition with a unique combination of exterior design details and interior trim is now available in South Africa. On top of four exterior paint choices
Hi Mabs! I’m in the market for a reliable used car, but I’ve heard some horror stories of people who thought they were buying their dream car, only for it
Hello Mabs I’m looking for advice on how to drive safely during the rainy season and also in foggy conditions. How do I best reduce my speed and increase my
Hello Mabs I plan to drive to a remote area with no cell phone reception. What are the most important emergency items to keep in my car in case of
Hello Mabs! Why do car prices depreciate in value so quickly? I’m planning to sell my car soon and am looking for another vehicle, what should I look for? Mabs Answers
Hello Mabs I’ve heard that some cars are more prone to rust than others. What are the most common causes of rust and how can I prevent it from forming
Hello Mabs How does one avoid the balloon payment without paying too much? Mabs Answers I get asked this question a lot, and I appreciate it — it shows that
Hey Mabs I’m buying my dream car, exactly as I imagined – with a personalised license plate featuring the nickname of someone special. A friend warned that customised plates could
Hello Mabs I run a women’s safety shelter in Johannesburg, operating as an NGO. Our organisation owns three vehicles, and over the years, we accumulated a large eToll bill. Unfortunately,
Hello Mabs My 79-year-old mum is a retired teacher living in a small rural town. She has been driving for over 50 years and has been insured with the same
I could be sitting at the restaurant on Champs-Elysees sipping an expensive champagne but life doesn’t always work that way, right? Instead the closest thing I could smell of Paris
On a recent trip to Rustenburg, I got assigned the newly updated Mahindra TUV300. The mission, a one year old birthday party. Now before we get started on judging my
I have a terrible confession to make. I cheated. Yes, I cheated on my loyal and loving VW with an insane beast called the new Ford Ranger XL Sport. Do
If you have ever been around Pretoria You have definitely heard the word ‘Dese’ before. This is the urban Pretorian way of describing something that is amazing/awesome etc. I have
As human beings we have types (romantic types), at least that’s what we think. The thing about that is that it is not always as black and white as we
There are certain letters of the alphabet that give us goosebumps when we see/hear them associated with cars right? I mean the likes of M, R, GT, and AMG? These
Our favourite segment is at it again, the compact SUV cup is overflowing and I am loving it. The compact SUV segment is a gift that keeps on giving. Every
People say Turkish delight.. I say Japanese delight.. The Suzuki Vitara possesses three of my favourite things in a car, good looks, agility and elevation. The 6-speed manual gearbox is
There are quite a number of factors to consider when buying a car for the very first time. If I am completely honest with you, I wish I had considered
Hello Mabs We will be travelling a long distance with our 5-month-old for the first time. How do we keep the baby safe and cool in the car? Mabs Answers: Start with a properly installed, rear-facing...
By Staff Writer As the New Year celebrations get underway, many of us choose e-hailing services such as Uber, Bolt, and others. They’re convenient, especially after a night out, and far safer than driving yourself after...
By Prashirwin Naidu Sometimes, I’m an absolute sucker for cars — and few get my pulse racing quite like the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio. So, when the keys landed in my hand, I knew exactly what...
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe The holiday season is in full swing, and the last of the road-trippers are getting ready to drive to their Christmas destinations. Recently, I travelled across three provinces with a journalist friend from...
By Staff Writer As the holiday season gets underway, many South Africans are flying to their destinations and hiring vehicles for the journey. While car rental companies ensure their vehicles are well-maintained, the responsibility for safe...
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe As the work year winds down and the festive season takes over, automotive brands traditionally hand over the keys to their prized new models for journalists to live with and experience beyond the...
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