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By Staff Writer With the new AARTO demerit system rolling out on 1 December 2025, South African motorists are being hit by a wave of fake traffic fine scams. Fortunately,
By Prashirwin Naidu Volkswagen has come out guns blazing with the new Transporter T7, and if you ask me, it’s a bold and daring move. Why daring? Well, remember the
Revved Up With Itu Motoba How does that saying go again? Go big or go home, right? Well, that got me thinking, does size really matter? Hey hey hey, get
By Gugulethu Tshabalala From hosting major events and creating viral content to running multiple businesses, Sipho Alphi Mkhwanazi has built a reputation as one of South Africa’s most dynamic media
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe Nothing infuriates me more than seeing a child standing inside a moving car while the adult behind the wheel carries on as if nothing is wrong. It’s
By Prashirwin Naidu Armoured vehicles are a niche yet vital part of the automotive world. SVI Engineering leads the field, protecting everyone from private security teams to executives and government
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe South Africa is a treasure chest of experiences, from coastlines and game reserves to mountains and bustling cities. As we wrap up Tourism Month and prepare for
Revved Up With Itu Motoba A friend of mine who has only ever driven automatic cars once said to me that people who insist on driving manual cars are like
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe The arrival of the BYD Dolphin Surf Comfort last week, priced from R339 900, made headlines as South Africa’s most affordable electric vehicle (EV). Its launch signalled
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
VW has introduced a new member to the Caravelle range, known as the PanAmericana. The new PanAmericana combines the comfort of the Caravelle and the trusted 4MOTION drive system meaning
By MABUYANE KEKANA For many years, Mahindra have been flying under the radar watching and observing the South African market. They have been here but in a strange way
By MABUYANE KEKANA Growing up in the township of Mamelodi, Pretoria, I remember vividly one local businessman who owned a Lexus, though I cannot recall which model it was
If money was not an issue, many of us would fill our garages with our dream machines, anything from SUVs, saloons and even supercars, rare ones for that matter. As
Toyota’s Land Cruiser has been refreshed to tackle customer demands. According to Toyota, the Land Cruiser 200 remains the unquestionable conqueror of the African landscape. Combining a large 7-seater
By DERRICK NDZAVI The South African launch of the new BMW X4 was short of a beauty pageant with the German car maker pulling all the stops to deliver
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
Hello Mabs My boyfriend and I have been together for seven years, and we have a 4-year-old son. We live with our parents in the same neighbourhood, and I spend
Hello Mabs I’m a recent graduate from Delft, Cape Town, starting an internship in Johannesburg in January. I need a car to get to work, and my parents are helping
Hello Mabs My workplace has recently cut back on remote working, and we are now required to return to the office five days a week. I joined the company in
Hello Mabs My husband and I saved up to buy our first family car, a pre-owned Jeep Renegade with a good mileage. That was almost two years ago, and our
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
It’s hard to believe a month ago is now considered “last year”, time does fly. I hope that we are all well rested and ready to begin the new year
When you think romance and the finer things in life, the French come to mind, from their passionate language to their fashion, poise, cheese and of course champagne. But let’s
One of my absolute favourite places to go in South Africa is Limpopo’s small town of Hoedspruit and I got to take the all new Audi Q3 on my recent
Whenever you come across an M badge on a BMW your mind races to speed and performance. While the M badge appeals to most petrol heads it can be intimidating
Whenever you come across an M badge on a BMW your mind races to speed and performance. While the M badge appeals to most petrol heads it can be intimidating
If you have been in any township, then you know that using public transportation in these parts is at the risk of losing your sense of hearing. Whenever a Caracara,
BMW 3 series has come a long way since ithemba la magumusha days. The evolution of this model has been monumental and we “are here for it” as the millennials
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...
Hello Mabs I am heading home to KZN, driving from Gauteng, and the roads are usually packed during this time of year as holidaymakers go to the coast. I’m a new driver and I’m a bit...
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