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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
By Mabuyane Mabuza Audi South Africa has been in hibernation these past few years, but that’s about to change, if the brand’s head honchos are to be believed. Last week
By Aurelia Mbokazi Stellantis SA is an exciting player in the motoring industry, boasting a diverse portfolio of nine brands that cater to different markets and driving needs. At their
By Mabuyane Mabuza South African car consumers seem to be catching up to the plug-in hybrids. On the other hand, car manufacturers are also expanding on this attractive engine offering.
By Prashirwin Naidu The Suzuki Dzire has quietly become something of a phenomenon in South Africa. It’s been flying under the radar, yet consistently delivering, selling in bucketloads and earning
By Prashirwin Naidu I had been looking forward to the refreshed Isuzu Mu-X launch in the Western Cape — and it didn’t disappoint. Isuzu has given the Mu-X a smart
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe Hyundai has come a long way since it first entered South Africa during the country’s early days of democracy. Back then, it was a newcomer met with
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 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
Hello Mabs I accidentally poured the wrong fuel into my car and immediately panicked. I didn’t start the engine, but I’m not sure what to do next. Is this a
Hello Mabs My car has started making screeching sounds, but it only happens sometimes. I don’t want to panic or be taken advantage of by a mechanic, especially if it’s
Hello Mabs I’m going to be driving six hours to start university in another province. This will be my first long road trip, and I’m feeling nervous about both the
Hello Mabs I pay car insurance every month, but I honestly don’t understand my policy. Excess, cover types, add-ons, it all feels like another language. What should I really be
Hello Mabs My dealership says a balloon payment will make my monthly instalments more affordable, and it sounds tempting. But I’m worried about what happens at the end of the
Hello Mabs I drive mostly in the city during the week, with the odd long-distance trip every few months. I’m torn between petrol, diesel and hybrid, especially with fuel prices
Hello Mabs I’m buying my first car and feel completely overwhelmed by all the options. Everyone keeps giving me advice, but I don’t know what really matters — budget, mileage,
Hello Mabs I don’t really follow current affairs closely; most of what I know comes from social media. After seeing what is happening in Venezuela, I expected fuel prices to
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:
By Staff Writer It often starts with something small. A missing road sign. A faded line on the tar. A school zone you didn’t realise you’d entered because there was
Last month, dashcam footage of the tragic Vanderbijlpark crash that claimed the lives of 14 schoolchildren circulated widely, prompting shock, grief, and difficult conversations. Beyond the speculation and heartbreak lies
By Staff Writer If you’ve had a chance to drive some of the new cars on South African roads recently, you’ve probably noticed it: a new generation of cars that
By Staff Writer When we talk about road safety, the focus often falls on drivers and vehicles. Yet, some of the most vulnerable people on our roads are not behind
By Staff Writer There’s something significant about the first drive back after the holidays. The route is familiar, the car feels the same, yet everything around you has shifted. Traffic
By Staff Writer As the holidays come to a close, many South Africans are packing up and heading back home this week. Inboxes are slowly filling up, and reality returns
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:
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
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
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
By Mabuyane Mabuza Though the world has changed and is changing rapidly right before our eyes, for both good and bad, one can never take away the best changes or
By Mabuyane Mabuza There’s something audaciously theatrical about the Lexus GX550 the moment it fills your mirrors. A hulking silhouette carved with Lexus’s modern design cues, its once-ornate spindle grille
By Prashirwin Naidu When the invite for the facelifted Renault Kiger launch landed on my desk, I was keen, caffeinated, and ready for another escape into the world of new-car
By Mabuyane Mabuza If Volvo XC90 were a person, it would be that quiet, beautiful girl in class, the one who says less and lets her beauty speak for her.
By Mabuyane Mabuza When I found out what BYD stands for, I chuckled and thought, here we go again, the Chinese are on brand. You cannot expect anything but a
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
By Prashirwin Naidu This one’s for the lovers of big-bodied SUVs — the segment South Africans know, love, and trust. These three are perennial favourites, each with its loyal fan
By Mabuyane Mabuza “You have been distracted, please pay attention.” Take your eyes off the road for more than two seconds, or even grip the steering wheel awkwardly, and you’ll
By Prashirwin Naidu Mahindra South Africa is on a roll! In fact, it easily owned the month of February. Hot on the heels of its 20-year celebration in the country,
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe The automotive landscape is shifting, and South Africa is navigating its unique path within this global transformation. As the global automotive industry evolves, South Africa is charting
By Aurelia Mbokazi The year began with a sharp focus on the motoring industry’s future at Toyota South Africa’s eighth annual State of the Motor Industry (SOMI) event, held on
By Prashirwin Naidu In what could be viewed as a bid to drive sales and get vehicles off showroom floors and into consumers’ garages, GAC Motor South Africa, a recent
With the country’s electricity supply seemingly stabilising, South African motorists are showing a growing interest in electric vehicles, according to various studies. As the EU’s 2035 ban on new petrol
By Prashirwin Naidu Volkswagen’s Head of Marketing, Bridget Harpur, made a major impact last Friday at the Loeries, winning the prestigious Marketing Leadership and Innovation Award. This award recognises individuals
By Prashirwin Naidu With the right products and a solid sales strategy, the South African automotive market is full of possibilities and opportunities. This was evident when we welcomed Jetour,
By Prashirwin Naidu From crime and court journalist at the Sowetan newspaper, Nomaswazi Nkosi is now breaking barriers as head of public relations at the world’s most iconic automotive brand,
A new joint venture between Toyota Tsusho Africa (TTAF), Ogihara (Thailand) Corporation (OTC), and Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is set to create 250 jobs in South Africa’s automotive sector
By Staff Writer As the Easter break approaches, South African roads will once again carry thousands of travellers heading home, going on holiday or visiting loved ones. It is a time of connection and movement, but...
By Mabuyane Mabuza There is something to be said about consistency, and GWM has earned that conversation. Now celebrating 19 years in South Africa, it stands as the longest- running Chinese automotive player in the country....
By Lethabo Temogo Setting the Tone in Cape Town There is something about arriving in Cape Town that makes every moment feel cinematic. Perhaps it is the calmness of the city, or the way the mountains...
By Mabuyane Mabuza Sometimes one cannot help but wonder what the automotive scene will look like ten years from now. Some of us have watched the industry evolve, cars becoming more advanced, established manufacturers shrinking, and...
By Mabuyane Mabuza This must be the most confusing time for an older motoring scribe. Yes, I am generalising. We grew up in an era where our parents drilled into us that a proper bakkie meant...
By Mabuyane Mabuza The question of whether Chinese cars are here to stay has been asked and answered. They are here, and they are going nowhere. All we can do now is sit back and enjoy...
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