BMW iX3 50 xDrive: Bavaria’s premium EV ambassador
In July 2011, BMW, under then-chief executive Dr Norbert Reithofer, introduced the world to its new BMW i sub-brand and laid out its vision for electric mobility.... Read more.
Nissan looks beyond Rosslyn as new SA chapter unfolds
Nissan is seeking to reassure South Africans that selling its Rosslyn manufacturing operations does not mean the end of a relationship with the country spanning... Read more.
Caravelle brings hybrid muscle to family duty
Volkswagen South Africa is turning up the heat in the multipurpose vehicle segment with the new T7 Caravelle eHybrid 4Motion, combining plug-in hybrid technology... Read more.
The bZ4X nails the drive, charging misses the mark
My recent time with the Toyota bZ4X Touring demonstrated how easy an EV can be to live with and how South Africa’s charging ecosystem can complicate the experience.... Read more.
Car sales boom masks growing affordability squeeze
Strong growth in vehicle-finance applications suggests South Africans are returning to showrooms, but banks say buyers are increasingly prioritising value and restructuring... Read more.
Ford Territory grows up but then there was that weird squeak
I recently spent time with the updated Ford Territory Titanium to determine whether changes since its May 2024 debut make the family SUV a more compelling proposition... Read more.
Festival of Motoring reflects increasing battle for SA buyers
South African customers are now spoilt for choice since the arrival of new businesses in the local automotive sector. Buyers are receiving better discounts and value... Read more.
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.
