JAC T9 2.0L CTi Breaks 24-Hour SA Endurance Record
What started as a casual braai challenge between four friends creating content for IgnitionTV ended in victory, as JAC Motors’ T9 2.0L CTi smashed the official South African 24-hour Endurance Record for commercial vehicles, covering 4,084 kilometres at an impressive average speed of 170,1 km/h at Gerotek, just outside Pretoria in South Africa. The 24-hour…
Editorial
Power shift
While the South African economic outlook remains dismal, evidence or resilience is amazingly being seen in the transport and related industries. Production figures in the mining and manufacturing sectors for… Read More
Automotive industry continues to outperform SA’s economy
The South African motor industry is in an extremely weird phase right now. The transport sector defied expectations of under-performance in the fourth quarter of 2022 to be the best… Read More
Local Industry
100 days to go: Custom Defender carries official trophy for Women’s Rugby World Cup countdown
Defender reveals a bespoke 110 as the Official Trophy Vehicle of Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, to showcase the tournament’s… Read More
Growth momentum swelling in SA new vehicle market
02 May 2025: The motor industry may be in turmoil as global policy changes and uncertainty rock manufacturing and potentially… Read More
Ford Launches Ford Pro™ Convertor Programme in South Africa
Ford marks a new chapter in the company’s vehicle conversion services tailored for the commercial market Ford Pro Convertor™ empowers… Read More
JAC T9 2.0L CTi Breaks 24-Hour SA Endurance Record
What started as a casual braai challenge between four friends creating content for IgnitionTV ended in victory, as JAC Motors’… Read More
Toyota South Africa Motors and Automark launch new brand campaign
Automark, Toyota South Africa Motors’ pre-owned vehicle division is proud to announce the launch of its latest brand campaign, “New… Read More
Enviro Automotive Unleashes Cutting-Edge 4×4 EVs and Unprecedented Price Reductions
Pretoria, South Africa – 9 May 2025 – A seismic shift is underway in the South African automotive landscape as… Read More
Trucking tips
Optimising fleet replacement cycles: The shift from ownership towards usage-based leasing
26 March 2025 – In fleet management, determining the optimal vehicle replacement cycle is a critical decision that directly impacts operational efficiency, safety, maintenance costs, and cash flow. With advancements… Read More
Truck fire burnout demonstration
An upcoming event will place focus on road safety but in a way that may not receive the attention it should. This is the vital topic of fire safety within… Read More
Driver error not solely responsible for truck rollovers
While it is true that human error is one of the main causes of truck rollovers, environmental and road factors can also pose a great risk. With the expense of… Read More
How the Ford Ranger is Tested to Keep You Dry and 10 Wet Weather Driving Tips
The summer rainfall season brings a welcome respite from the heat, but it also transforms roads into potential hazards, forcing many motorists to face unpredictable conditions when heavy rains hit…. Read More
Analysing Festive Season road fatalities – 2:3
The Road Safety Partnership South Africa (RSP-SA) has analysed the 2023/2024 Festive Season road fatality rates to provide perspective on whether the decrease in stats was truly dismal. In January,… Read More
Tread tyre safety carefully
As drivers plan end of year breaks, tyre checks should be on their list of things to do before embarking on long trips. The importance of getting your tyres checked… Read More
LCVs and Panel Vans
Introducing the new Volkswagen Transporter
The new Transporter features larger dimensions, including a 146mm increase in length and a wider body The new Transporter comes with LED headlights, a 12-inch Digital Cockpit, an advanced infotainment… Read More
Introducing the new and improved Volkswagen Crafter
A defining interior detail of the new Crafter is a now 10.3-inch infotainment display The new model is available with front or rear-wheel drive, 6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic gearbox,… Read More
DFSK C35 Panel Van: The Ultimate in Reliability for South African Businesses
South Africa – DFSK is proud to introduce the C35 Panel Van, a durable and dependable solution for businesses seeking an efficient, versatile, and cost-effective commercial vehicle. Designed to meet… Read More
Opel Unveils Stunning Next Generation Grandland SUV
Rüsselsheim. Stylish and dynamic, spacious and versatile with a fully electrified drivetrain portfolio – this the new Opel Grandland unveiled by the Rüsselsheim-based carmaker today. The newcomer brings many design… Read More
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Experience Luxury through Peace of Mind this December
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter epitomises spaciousness, comfort and safety. Therefore, it’s no surprise that this vehicle has taken the South African tourism industry by storm. “When being transported to your holiday… Read More
Isuzu Maintains BBBEE level 1
Gqeberha – Isuzu Motors South Africa has maintained an automotive industry leading level one in their Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) audit for a second consecutive year. Billy Tom,… Read More
Trucks
Hino Once Again Answers Farmers’ Call For Help
Hino South Africa has once again answered a call for help from the South African farming community in terms of transporting fodder for urgently needed drought relief. Hino recently provided… Read More
From Truck Technician To Fleet Owner: Eurico’s Inspiring Journey
Eurico Stork began his working career as an apprentice truck technician at Hino Pietermaritzburg in 2014 and soon after qualifying was promoted to workshop supervisor for the next two years…. Read More
Hino Scores 34th Consecutive finish in Dakar Rally
Hino, the only Japanese manufacturer in a field of 44 trucks entered for the 2025 Dakar Rally and continued its unblemished record of always having at least one finisher in… Read More
Hino 700 Rig Excels as a Cattle Transporter in Namibia
The latest Hino 700, launched in South Africa in 2023, is carving niches for itself in the local market. One of the operations where the latest Hino is shining is… Read More
Volvo Car South Africa announces exciting new EV offer for Q4 2024
Volvo Car South Africa is pleased to announce an exciting new limited-time offer that provides local buyers of Volvo electric vehicles (EVs) with three complimentary benefits, further reinforcing the brand’s… Read More
Hino Aims to Build Further on Its Dakar Rally Reliability Record in 2025
Hino Motors Limited of Japan has announced that it will compete in its 34th Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia in January 2025 as it aims to build further on its… Read More