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By Mabuyane Mabuza Volkswagen Golf is no stranger to many, myself included. So when the invite to the launch of the new Golf 8.5 came through, I didn’t hesitate. After

By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe Growing up in Johannesburg means being surrounded by a mix of cultures. The city is a true melting pot, where people from all walks of life come

By Prashirwin Naidu With the Easter break upon us, it is important to take a moment to think about safety on our roads. This time of year is often marked

By Aurelia Mbokazi Parenting, specifically motherhood, has to be recognised as a full-time job, with the school-run qualifying as a major KPI in its own right. Since becoming a mother,

By Mabuyane Mabuza I’d love to be a fly on the wall during brainstorming sessions at Chinese car manufacturers, the names they come up with are simply fascinating. This thought

By Prashirwin Naidu I recently headed to Cape Town to get a first look, and to drive, at Volvo’s new flagship electric SUV, the EX90. It’s the brand’s most luxurious

By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe Easter is a time when many South Africans take to the roads to reconnect with family, take a break from the daily hustle, or attend spiritual retreats

By Mabuyane Mabuza The debate isn’t about whether Japanese bakkies dominate South African roads, that is a given – they do! The real question is whether the other Japanese brands

By Staff Writer As the Easter holiday approaches, many South Africans are preparing to hit the road for a much-needed break. Unfortunately, recent findings paint a worrying picture: South Africa

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 the beginning of Transport Month, many...

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 those who refuse to use the...

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 that the winds of change in...

By Staff Writer Hijackings remain a serious threat in South Africa. Recent SAPS figures reveal that between January and March 2025, more than 4 500 vehicles were hijacked, around 50 per day, with Gauteng accounting for...

By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe Parys is the kind of place that invites you to slow down and sink into its laissez-faire charm. By day, the “big boys and girls” head for the Vaal River; paddling, rafting, or...

Revved up with Itu Motuba A cow, a taxi driver, a traffic officer, and a window washer walk into a bar… Sounds like the start of a joke, right? But as unlikely as it is for...

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