Review: Defender proves its worth on a long drive
There are few places in South Africa better suited to testing the character of a serious off-roader than the roads leading to Nampo Harvest Day. Long stretches of... Read more.
Agri-market appeal lures top carmakers to Nampo
The agricultural sector and rural economy remain lucrative markets for carmakers, and not just in the manufacture of tractors, combiners, livestock equipment and... Read more.
Ford sharpens Ranger ahead of new Hilux battle
Just as football has its premier leagues, South Africa’s bakkie segment is no different – the competition to be the best is just as intense. With just weeks... Read more.
Kia bets on family mobility with new seven-seater Carens
South Africa’s family car market is becoming a battleground, and Korean car maker Kia believes it has found a fresh weapon to fight back against the growing wave... Read more.
BMW unveils bold new 7 Series ahead of Auto China in Beijing
Just two days before the official opening of Auto China 2026 in Beijing, BMW Group pulled the wraps off its all-new BMW 7 Series – a calculated move that underscores... Read more.
First Drive in Beijing: Jetour G700 targets SA’s premium SUV elite
One of the world’s biggest automotive spectacles roared to life this week as the Auto China 2026 opened its doors in Beijing to global media ahead of its public... Read more.
BYD ups the ante with new Atto 8 seven-seater SUV
BYD Auto South Africa has expanded its local product line-up with the launch of the new BYD Atto 8 in Johannesburg on Wednesday. The BYD Atto 8 is a large seven-seat... Read more.
First Drive: The new Omoda C5 Super Hybrid
This week, emerging Chinese automotive brand Omoda South Africa hosted the national media launch of its latest offering, the C5 Super Hybrid System (SHS). At the... Read more.
The battle of the people carriers: VW Transporter versus Ford Tourneo
There is something very nostalgic about Volkswagen (VW) people carriers. That’s because my father owned the VW Caravelle T3 in the 1980s. So, when the PR team... Read more.
Mitsubishi aims to win back loyalists with new Destinator
In an automotive market increasingly dominated by a wave of Chinese entrants, some legacy brands risk fading into the background. One such brand is Mitsubishi Motors... Read more.
