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Like a hunting lioness in the African savanna, Sport Utility Vehicles started sneaking up on us in the 1990s. They did it quietly, precisely yet with firm intention. Back to
One might think a household name like Toyota does not need to do lot to keep the brand’s customers happy. Well, you could not be more wrong. Often giant automotive
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
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
Hello Mabs In May, I was retrenched after two years of employment. Unfortunately, I hadn’t accrued enough pension to cover my debts. When I received my payout, I prioritised our
Hello Mabs I was involved in a bad car accident, and my car was written off instantly. When the police arrived, the other driver admitted fault and took responsibility for
Hello Mabs I bought a car from an auction three weeks ago and insisted on seeing the Dekra report before bidding. The report showed there were no defects, so I
Hello Mabs In early August, I was going through a challenging time and decided to trade in my 4-year-old car on a whim. I had been considering a newly launched
One thing about the Germans, when they give their cars reconstructive surgery, they make sure. This is a good thing because we can easily separate the then from the now,
The world is changing at rapid speed right before our eyes. The motor industry is no exception. For some of us who grew up during apartheid South Africa, we were
By Motlatsi Kekana How do you feel about Coupés? Well, I think they are a little inconvenient. I mean getting out of the car to push a seat forward to
Change is an unnecessary evil. Imagine if things stayed the same, the human race would have been stuck in time. The funny thing about change is that it is not
Ten years ago, Mahindra operated in the shadows of South African motoring community, unsurprisingly so because many-a-car customer did not trust the brand. They would not even entertain the idea
The compact SUV market has become one of the most competitive yet interesting playing fields to watch. With various companies trying to create the ideal car and hope that it’ll
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
By Staff Writer As South Africa’s holiday season kicks into gear, many travellers are hitting the roads to enjoy a well-earned break. While our country offers breathtaking scenery and unforgettable destinations, safety on the roads remains...
Hello Mabs I’m not sure if my shocks are worn out. How do I tell? Mabs Answers: Good question! Worn shocks can make your drive unsafe without you even realising it. If your car feels bouncy,...
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 transformations taking place in the motor...
By Staff Writer We have officially survived the first week of December, and the holiday season has become very real. This coming weekend, many South Africans will wrap up work and head to their holiday destinations...
By Aurelia Mbokazi-Kashe At the rate new motoring manufacturers keep popping up, you’d be forgiven for losing track of who’s who. While the names may blur, the upside for South African consumers is undeniable: more choice...
Hello Mabs I’ve been eyeing luxury cars, but servicing costs scare me. Are they worth the investment locally? Mabs Answers Luxury cars are beautiful to drive, but they do come with luxury bills. Parts and servicing...
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