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The Motoring year has kicked off and we started out the New Year with the launch of Mazda’s new compact offering, the Mazda CX-30. An overcast morning in Johannesburg has
This past weekend we took a road trip with MINI South Africa in their new Countryman. The drive to Limpopo at Makalali Private Game Reserve was absolutely beautiful as we
Imagine you are sitting on the deck and the valley below echoes a melody that only nature can produce. It is a rather chilly spring day in the Somerset region
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) is expanding its presence in the rapidly growing utility vehicle sector with its first-ever Figo Freestyle – a sub-B segment compact utility vehicle
With global sales of up to three million since the start of its manufacturing journey, Lexus has now brought a new fourth generation RX range to the party. We had
Over a 1000 customers have already put down the deposits for the T If you ask me, the compact SUV segment has become one of the most interesting and exciting
The yellow one is mine! Audi has been one busy bee this past few weeks, just two weeks after having revealed a couple of their new offerings at the WesBank
The Mercedes-Benz SUV line is one evolution story that is worth documenting. The ML, popularly known locally as the Tony Yengeni. The ML got the Tony Yengeni name from the
Few vehicles in the world can be instantly identified by just three letters. But to motoring enthusiasts everywhere, “GT-R” has become synonymous with excitement, high performance and unparalleled refinement. The
Hello Mabs When I top up oil at a service station, Do I need to keep using the same brand or Can I top up with a different brand? Mabs
Hello Mabs Is it safe to have different profile tyres on a car, like when the two front tyres differ from the back and what are the implications? Mabs Answers:This
Hello Mabs What’s the best way to maintain my car’s fuel efficiency during long road trips? Mabs Answers South Africans love a good road trip, nothing stands between us and
I bought my car new and the dealership insisted I take extended warranty. I was hesitant thinking it was just an upsell. Now I’m worried about expensive repairs in the
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
BY Motlatsi Kekana As the year begins and the palpable excitement of what lies ahead of us keeps us motivated, we are looking back at moments that made us feel
BY Mabuyane Mabuza South Africans are blessed with long sunny days and a beautiful summer, a long network of good roads that connect us to incredible destinations, and a break
BY Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe As the silly season kicks off and the roads point to the N1 to Bloemfontein followed by a quick turn to the N6 to East London, I
BY Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe If you ever wondered what cars of the future would look like, drive like, and the feeling they would bring to you, Chery has attempted to give
BY Motlatsi Kekana Size does matter. In the car context of course. Some cars instantly make you feel at home. In my line of work, we get to be at
BY Mabuyane Mabuza It’s that time of the year when things begin to slow down – a time for reflection. I have witnessed the rapid changes in the motoring industry
BY Motlatsi Kekana There was a time when entry-level cars offered few features and were affordable. The consumer’s expectation from this segment was not much – four wheels, a steering
BY Mabuyane Mabuza Multi-tasking is something that I have come to relish some might say I suffer from a split personality. I enjoy dressing up, smelling good, and speaking about
BY Mabuyane Mabuza Being a petrolhead is tough. And it’s even tougher for someone who is not just a petrolhead but is in the thick of things. I have driven
Volkswagen won five of the 11 categories in the 2018 Gumtree Auto Pre-Owned Awards announced on Monday night (8 October 2018). Toyota, Mazda and Audi also enjoyed strong showings with
Tough market but dealers remain resilient New vehicle sales for September were down 1.9% year-on-year with a total of 49 670 units sold according to the latest aggregate sales data
Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi and Google today announced a technology partnership to embed the Android operating system in vehicles sold by the world’s leading automotive alliance, providing intelligent infotainment and customer focused-applications across
As from 1 September 2018, Andile Dlamini will assume responsibility for Volkswagen Communications as Head of Group Communications. Andile has 15 years’ experience in Public Relations and Communications in the Automotive
By MOTLATSI KEKANA The market has been flooded with sub compact SUVs lately and Mahindra did not want to be left behind. This segment has had significant growth over the
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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