Local Industry Spirited pace in Monaco sets up Audi Revolut F1 for a strong Barcelona bounce-back By Tristan Wiggill | June 8, 2026 The Audi Revolut F1 Team is channelling the undeniable speed shown at the Monaco Grand Prix into momentum for the upcoming rounds. In a race that featured multiple Safety Cars, a red flag and a tense late-race restart, the team looked to have secured a well-deserved top 10 finish. Nico Hülkenberg crossed the line in… Volvo Cars reports rolling three-month sales for the period ending May 2026 By Tristan Wiggill | June 8, 2026 Volvo Cars reported global sales of 178,980 cars for the three-month period between March and May 2026, down by 5.5 per cent compared to the same period between March and May 2025. At the same time, sales improved compared to the earlier three-month period covering February to April 2026. The company’s sales of electrified models,… LDV PROVES ITS GRIT AT TORQUE TOUR: ROOF OF AFRICA By Tristan Wiggill | June 8, 2026 A high-altitude driving expedition hosted by the Supertech Group took place late last month, with LDV South Africa among the participating automotive brands. Over three days, 1 000 km and 3 500 metres in elevation, the Torque Tour: Roof of Africa edition took participants through Southern Africa’s most breathtaking landscapes, including Golden Gate Highlands National… A WINNING MAY FOR JETOUR SA By Tristan Wiggill | June 8, 2026 As South Africa’s new vehicle market continues its upward momentum, marking 20 consecutive months of year-on-year growth. May also saw Jetour achieve another record month, with 2 020 vehicle sales, accounting for approximately 5.5% of all new passenger vehicles sold. This milestone follows another landmark achievement for the brand, with Jetour becoming the first Chinese… TOYOTA REDEFINES ADVENTURE WITH THE ALL-NEW RAV4 By Tristan Wiggill | June 8, 2026 The SUV that changed the game is back – bigger in ambition, bolder in design and more advanced than ever before. Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is proud to introduce the all-new Toyota RAV4, an entirely new generation of the iconic SUV that helped create the modern crossover segment. Reimagined from the ground up, the… Nissan showcases all-new plug-in hybrid pickup and battery EV sedan in the Philippines By Tristan Wiggill | June 5, 2026 As confirmed at Nissan’s vision showcase in April As confirmed at Nissan’s vision showcase in April, China will play a pivotal role as a global hub for innovation and exports, driving product competitiveness. This milestone signals the start of a broader rollout of models designed and developed in China for select global markets. The all-new… TopGear South Africa Successfully Hosts Inaugural Automotive Journalism Mentorship Programme By Tristan Wiggill | June 5, 2026 Contributors included Taryn Jakobi PR Manager at Foton Created to support the next generation of South African automotive media talent, the programme gave participants practical exposure to the skills, standards and professional expectations required to succeed in the sector. The curriculum covered storytelling, content creation, photography, videography, social media, media ethics, professionalism and the relationship… Changan’s Momentum Increases with Sales and Dealer Growth By Tristan Wiggill | June 4, 2026 The result marks an encouraging milestone for the brand as it continues to establish itself in the local market, supported by a growing model line-up, expanding dealer network and increasing customer confidence. The May sales performance was made up of 164 passenger vehicles and 36 light commercial vehicles, demonstrating traction across both key areas of… NADA Calls for Shift in Perspective on Employability as Youth Month Begins By Tristan Wiggill | June 4, 2026 NADA highlights that while the country is producing graduates at scale, addressing the employment gap requires moving beyond academic qualifications toward environments that foster true work-readiness. It’s a given that South Africa’s graduates need jobs. However, a qualification alone is no longer enough,” says Ashley Samuel, National Director of NADA. “Employers today are hiring capability,… Brewing Connections: IGNITION TV and Bakehouse Bring Car Lovers Together By Tristan Wiggill | June 4, 2026 Response to our first Coffee Cars event Coffee, cars and community: those three elements are at the core of the latest collaboration between Bakehouse and IGNITION TV. The inaugural gathering of motoring enthusiasts took place at the original Bakehouse eatery in Hazelwood, Pretoria and saw more than 40 vehicles of different ages and types line… 1 2 3 … 212 Next »
