Wanted abroad, needed at home: SA battles shortage of skilled technicians
By Edward Moleke Makwana South Africa’s automotive industry is facing a growing shortage of skilled technicians as vehicles are increasingly reliant on sophisticated... Read more.
Changan Hunter K50: A range-extender bakkie
By Edward Moleke Makwana South Africa’s increasingly crowded bakkie market has another Chinese contender, but the Changan Hunter K50 arrives with a rather unusual... Read more.
Ford Mustang GT still proves some legends never lose their spark
Few cars have achieved the legendary status of the Ford Mustang. Since its debut at the 1964 New York World’s Fair, the Mustang has transcended being just another... Read more.
New kid on the block brings serious attitude: The Geely Coolray
South Africa’s compact SUV segment has become one of the automotive industry’s fiercest battlegrounds, with Chinese manufacturers challenging long-established... Read more.
New Mercedes-Benz CLA shows premium sedans germane
Mercedes-Benz South Africa invited me for my first taste of the all-new third-generation CLA 200, a car that arrives with arguably one of the biggest responsibilities... Read more.
Toyota’s first electric SUV signals serious intent in premium EV battle
Toyota South Africa Motors has finally entered the battery-electric vehicle (BEV) market under its badge, and if my first drive of the new Toyota bZ4X is anything... Read more.
Deepal S07 has style and substance, but charging frustrations linger
The premium electric vehicle (EV) segment is the latest battleground for Chinese carmakers as they continue to make major advances in South Africa. I recently spent... Read more.
Geely E2 adds its name to the hat for most affordable EVs
Who would have imagined that the battle for South Africa’s most affordable electric vehicle would become one of the industry’s most fiercely contested segments?... Read more.
Kia Tasman enters SA’s bakkie battle with bold ambition
If there were to be a World Cup for the bakkie market, 2026 would be the year for that global showdown. Over the past few months, as South African motoring journalists,... Read more.
First Drive: new Audi Q3 raises the bar amid growing competition
Audi South Africa believes its all-new third-generation Q3 has the potential to lead the fiercely contested luxury compact SUV segment. I travelled to Cape Town... Read more.
