R500 Million Investment Fuels JAC Motors’ Decade of Growth

October 9, 2026

As JAC Motors South Africa counts down to a full decade of operations in the country, it has reaffirmed its commitment to local economic development by investing more than R500…

Driving Africa’s Automotive Future Through Regional Value Chains and Trade

October 9, 2026

Africa Automotive Investment Forum 2026 Africa’s automotive industry is well positioned to attract new investment as the continent advances implementation of the 40% automotive Rules of Origin under the African…

Nissan collaborates with MIWA to offer Value Advantage Parts for out-of-warranty workhorses

October 9, 2026

Nissan Value Advantage Parts offer an affordable option The campaign will promote and support a range of affordable service kits and related components, including filters, for older Nissan NP300 Hardbody…

Enter Fleet Safety Awards during the Prize Bonanza

October 8, 2026

In the run up to the deadline, MasterDrive also launched the Final Week Prize Bonanza. Every day over the last six days, all new entries are placed into a draw…

HERITAGE ADVENTURE: ISUZU D-MAX TOWS THE EQUIVALENT OF A HIPPO FROM CAPE TOWN TO JOHANNESBURG

October 8, 2026

An ISUZU D-MAX has put its towing capability to the test, hauling a 1.8-tonne caravan more than 4,500 km from Cape Town to Johannesburg as part of Radio Sonder Grense’s…

South Africa’s R30-per-litre fuel price milestone drives growing interest in EV’s

October 8, 2026

The record fuel price comes amid rising consumer interest in new energy vehicles (NEVs), with industry data showing strong growth in sales of battery electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids and hybrid…

Isuzu Motors South Africa Appoints Johan Vermeulen as Executive Vice President Manufacturing and Product Engineering

October 8, 2026

Vermeulen brings more than three decades of automotive In his role, Vermeulen will provide executive leadership for Manufacturing and Product Engineering for the ISUZU D-MAX and commercial truck ranges manufactured…

CHERY Q’S UP COOKING CHALLENGE WITH TOP SA CHEF TO SHOWCASE NEW EV’S ELECTRIC CAPABILITY

October 8, 2026

The Chery Q is a compact, fully electric vehicle Bring together 26 guests, 5 teams, ample fresh produce from the KZN Midlands, a very innovative power supply and a MasterChef-inspired…

Hyundai Open Returns as Hyundai Deepens its Commitment to SA Golf

October 8, 2026

Our partnership with the Sunshine Tour allows us The Hyundai Open returns to the Sunshine Tour from 12-15 November 2026, with South Africa’s rising and established professionals set to compete…

ISUZU RAISES THE BAR WITH NEXT GENERATION N-SERIES

October 8, 2026

Isuzu Motors South Africa will launch its N-Series Isuzu Motors South Africa will launch its Next Generation N-Series in November, bringing new technology and design updates to improve efficiency, safety,…

Automotive and Trucking tips

Understanding balloon payments and their impact on your financial wellbeing

June 19, 2026

A balloon payment can be a useful feature of a vehicle finance agreement and when managed correctly, it can help reduce monthly payments. However, it is also one of the…

WesBank and FNB take part in accelerating NEV infrastructure as South Africa’s mobility transition gains momentum

June 10, 2026

WesBank and FNB take part in accelerating NEV infrastructure as South Africa’s mobility transition gains momentum Earlier this month, South Africa motorists were hit with another fuel price hike as…

NADA Calls for Shift in Perspective on Employability as Youth Month Begins

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…

Isuzu Motors South Africa Announces Key Leadership Appointments to Strengthen Strategic Growth

June 3, 2026

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has announced a series of strategic leadership appointments across its Finance, Corporate Services, and Manufacturing divisions, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to transformation, operational excellence, and…

SA Vehicle Sales Defy Interest Rate and Cost-of-Living Pressures as May Volumes Reach 12-Year High

June 2, 2026

May sales reached 51 071 units, the highest monthly total recorded since May 2013 and represented a 12.8% increase over May 2025. Importantly, 90.1% of these sales flowed through South…

More than finance: why the right partnership is the most important decision a car manufacturer makes in South Africa

May 29, 2026

These are not challenges any OEM can solve For an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) entering South Africa, the product is rarely the challenge. The ecosystem is. Establishing a foothold in…

Three Paths to Electrification: Meet Geely’s Growing New-Energy Vehicle Range

May 28, 2026

As South Africa’s automotive market continues to evolve, Geely Auto is expanding its local model portfolio with a growing range of new-energy vehicles designed to complement the diverse needs of…

Five questions to ask before you sign a vehicle finance agreement

May 27, 2026

Getting approved for vehicle finance can feel like the hardest part is over. In reality, approval marks the beginning of a financial commitment that will shape your budget for the…

Changan Hunter Diesel – Low cost of ownership, That goes the distance

May 20, 2026

Changan Hunter Diesel – Setting The Benchmark For Low Cost of Ownership Independent comparative benchmarking places Hunter Diesel consistently among the lowest in the segment for Top 150 parts basket…

Why fuel management is becoming a strategic priority for commercial fleets

May 6, 2026

South Africans have felt the impact of fuel price increases once again. While there may be occasional relief in the months ahead, the bigger picture is clear. Fuel price volatility…

Local Industry

R500 Million Investment Fuels JAC Motors’ Decade of Growth

October 9, 2026

As JAC Motors South Africa counts down to a full decade of operations in the country, it has reaffirmed its…

Driving Africa’s Automotive Future Through Regional Value Chains and Trade

October 9, 2026

Africa Automotive Investment Forum 2026 Africa’s automotive industry is well positioned to attract new investment as the continent advances implementation…

Nissan collaborates with MIWA to offer Value Advantage Parts for out-of-warranty workhorses

October 9, 2026

Nissan Value Advantage Parts offer an affordable option The campaign will promote and support a range of affordable service kits…

Enter Fleet Safety Awards during the Prize Bonanza

October 8, 2026

In the run up to the deadline, MasterDrive also launched the Final Week Prize Bonanza. Every day over the last…

HERITAGE ADVENTURE: ISUZU D-MAX TOWS THE EQUIVALENT OF A HIPPO FROM CAPE TOWN TO JOHANNESBURG

October 8, 2026

An ISUZU D-MAX has put its towing capability to the test, hauling a 1.8-tonne caravan more than 4,500 km from…

South Africa’s R30-per-litre fuel price milestone drives growing interest in EV’s

October 8, 2026

The record fuel price comes amid rising consumer interest in new energy vehicles (NEVs), with industry data showing strong growth…

Editorial

The Mercedes-AMG CLE Coupé: A beauty and a beast from Affalterbach

June 9, 2025

With the new CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé, Mercedes-AMG is sharpening its product portfolio and redefining the entry-level performance coupé segment. Mild-hybrid six-cylinder inline engine with double charging and starter-generator Combines…

Power shift

July 7, 2023

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…

LCVs and Panel Vans

Driving Africa’s Automotive Future Through Regional Value Chains and Trade

October 9, 2026

Africa Automotive Investment Forum 2026 Africa’s automotive industry is well positioned to attract new investment as the continent advances implementation of the 40% automotive Rules of Origin under the African…

Isuzu Motors South Africa Appoints Johan Vermeulen as Executive Vice President Manufacturing and Product Engineering

October 8, 2026

Vermeulen brings more than three decades of automotive In his role, Vermeulen will provide executive leadership for Manufacturing and Product Engineering for the ISUZU D-MAX and commercial truck ranges manufactured…

Jaguar Type 01: A new era begins

October 8, 2026

A luxury four-door GT that looks and drives like no other electric car. A copy of nothing. Type 01 is the first Jaguar production car born under the exuberant modernist…

GWM expands P300 range with electrified P300 bakkie

October 6, 2026

The plug-in hybrid expands the P300 range by pairing the practicality and capability of a GWM bakkie with electric driving. It can complete routine journeys, such as school runs and…

Isuzu Motors South Africa invests R30 million in Gqeberha plant, reinforcing commitment to local manufacturing

October 6, 2026

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has invested close to R30 million in its commercial vehicle assembly plant in Gqeberha, strengthening local manufacturing capability and reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to…

Not Light Delivery Vehicles By Name, But Definitely By Performance

October 5, 2026

As a relatively new player in South Africa’s motoring industry, many assume automotive brand LDV stands for ‘Light Delivery Vehicles’. In fact, the acronym originates from Leyland DAF Vans, a…

Trucks

R500 Million Investment Fuels JAC Motors’ Decade of Growth

October 9, 2026

As JAC Motors South Africa counts down to a full decade of operations in the country, it has reaffirmed its commitment to local economic development by investing more than R500…

Nissan collaborates with MIWA to offer Value Advantage Parts for out-of-warranty workhorses

October 9, 2026

Nissan Value Advantage Parts offer an affordable option The campaign will promote and support a range of affordable service kits and related components, including filters, for older Nissan NP300 Hardbody…

ISUZU RAISES THE BAR WITH NEXT GENERATION N-SERIES

October 8, 2026

Isuzu Motors South Africa will launch its N-Series Isuzu Motors South Africa will launch its Next Generation N-Series in November, bringing new technology and design updates to improve efficiency, safety,…

Drivers can prevent veld fires this season

October 7, 2026

After a dry winter across most After a dry winter across most of of the country and rising temperatures, risk of veld fires brings real risk for drivers and their…

JMC Seven7 Drive Begins with a Reminder of What Really Matters (1 of 7)

October 7, 2026

Through these long-distance drives and community outreach Seven7 Some journeys are measured in kilometres. Others are measured in the people you meet and the moments you carry with you long…

Iconic Mustang GT Gains a Darker, More Distinctive Edge with the release of the Limited-Edition Nite Pony Pack

October 6, 2026

Building on the unmistakable character of the seventh-generation Building on the unmistakable character of the seventh-generation Mustang GT, the Mustang GT Nite Pony pack introduces a series of blacked-out exterior…

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