Jetour Centurion is Redefining Style and Performance with the new Jetour Dashing and X70 Plus

November 14, 2024

Jetour, one of China’s fastest-growing automotive brands which is fast gaining momentum locally since launching in South Africa in September, brings the brand’s innovative and premium SUV offerings closer to… Read More

Major milestone heralds the introduction of the New Nissan Magnite to Africa in South Africa

November 13, 2024

The New Nissan Magnite, launched to great acclaim globally in India last month, makes its highly anticipated South African debut with a two-day test series for local motoring journalists and… Read More

Powerful partners join forces for Fleet Safety Awards

November 6, 2024

MasterDrive is proud to host the third annual Fleet Safety Awards celebrating excellence and innovation in and commitment to road safety across all industries. It recognises organisations and individuals demonstrating… Read More

Kia makes exciting return to SEMA with custom EV concepts destined for adventure

November 6, 2024

Kia this week unveiled two all-new customised concept vehicles at the 2024 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. Imagined by designers from Kia Design Centre America, the…

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Everything you need to know about the all-new Suzuki Swift

November 5, 2024

Japan’s sprightly new Suzuki Swift range has arrived in South Africa. Representing the ultimate evolution of one of the world’s most popular and best-loved B-segment hatchbacks, this fourth-generation model builds… Read More

VMS Paint 24hrs of iLamuna Sets New world record with Youngest Female Drivers and New Class Competitions

November 4, 2024

The VMS Paint 24hrs of iLamuna, held at Redstar Raceway from November 1-3, 2024, has once again made motorsport history. This year’s event celebrated the participation of three extraordinary young… Read More

Strong in design, comfort and technology – the revised Audi Q7 is now available in South Africa

November 4, 2024

Audi has once again upgraded its flagship SUV with a clear visual language and even better technology. The fresh exterior design with new front and rear sections underscores the powerful… Read More

October best new vehicle sales month of 2024

November 4, 2024

New vehicle sales reported their best performance of the year in October, the market reaching 47,924. This represents a 5,5% increase in sales driven by cyclical demand from the rental… Read More

Uptick in October passenger vehicle sales indicates positive consumer sentiment amid economic challenges

November 4, 2024

“Amid persistent economic challenges, the passenger vehicle market experienced its most significant monthly growth in five years, indicating a potential rebound in consumer confidence,” stated Brandon Cohen, Chairperson of the… Read More

TIME names Volvo EX90 driver understanding system one of 2024’s Best Inventions

October 31, 2024

We pride ourselves on being a leader in automotive safety. So naturally, we are honoured that TIME has named the driver understanding system in the new Volvo EX90 SUV as… Read More

Local Industry

Kia Tasman redefines the pickup truck with purposeful design and innovative technology, delivering true practicality

Kia Tasman redefines the pickup truck with purposeful design and innovative technology, delivering true practicality

October 29, 2024

Kia Corporation has today unveiled full details of the Kia Tasman, the brand’s first pickup truck. Marking the latest addition… Read More

Suzuki sets the example this Transport Month

Suzuki sets the example this Transport Month

October 29, 2024

October is Transport Month in South Africa and a time for us to focus on how important a role the… Read More

Africa Road Safety Summit: Registration closing soon

Africa Road Safety Summit: Registration closing soon

October 29, 2024

MasterDrive is co-hosting the Africa Road Safety Summit this week. It is a hybrid event which drivers across Africa can attend…. Read More

NADA supports a balanced and transparent approach

NADA supports a balanced and transparent approach

October 29, 2024

The National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) acknowledges the Competition Commission of South Africa’s (CCSA) revised Automotive Aftermarket Guidelines, published at… Read More

Stellantis and Factorial Take Next Step to Accelerate the Future of Electric Vehicles with Solid-State Battery Technology

Stellantis and Factorial Take Next Step to Accelerate the Future of Electric Vehicles with Solid-State Battery Technology

October 28, 2024

Stellantis N.V. and Factorial Inc. (Factorial) unveiled the next chapter in their partnership to accelerate the development and deployment of… Read More

JLR expands global innovation network with launch of Open Innovation Hub in India

JLR expands global innovation network with launch of Open Innovation Hub in India

October 24, 2024

JLR announces the launch of its latest Open Innovation Hub in India to identify and work closely with startups to… Read More

Editorial

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… Read More

Automotive industry continues to outperform SA’s economy

June 9, 2023

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

Trucking tips

How the Ford Ranger is Tested to Keep You Dry and 10 Wet Weather Driving Tips

How the Ford Ranger is Tested to Keep You Dry and 10 Wet Weather Driving Tips

October 11, 2024

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

WesBank fortifies data security with transition to secure digital document access

WesBank fortifies data security with transition to secure digital document access

April 25, 2024

In response to the evolving landscape of data security and privacy concerns, the WesBank Service Centre (WSC) has taken proactive steps to enhance customer data protection. Effective immediately, the WSC… Read More

Auction Scams Article (#27248)

Safeguarding against rising scams at live and online auctions

April 22, 2024

In today’s challenging economic landscape, where consumers increasingly prioritise affordability in their car buying endeavours, the allure of snagging a great deal often leads them to auctions. It’s easy to… Read More

A tonne of driving skills

A tonne of driving skills

April 18, 2024

The Sunday Times published an article this weekend on the increasing purchase of armoured vehicles by South Africans. Buying one of these vehicles is a valid decision for many according… Read More

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Tiger Wheel & Tyre’s Testing of Worn Versus New Tyres Yields Sobering Results

April 17, 2024

Tiger Wheel & Tyre today released the results of four key tyre tests conducted by the company at the Gerotek testing facility in Pretoria, in March this year. Using identical… Read More

Analysing Festive Season road fatalities – 2:3

Analysing Festive Season road fatalities – 2:3

February 5, 2024

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

LCVs and Panel Vans

Opel Unveils Stunning Next Generation Grandland SUV

Opel Unveils Stunning Next Generation Grandland SUV

April 23, 2024

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 Tourer 1

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Experience Luxury through Peace of Mind this December

December 8, 2022

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

September 1, 2021

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

NGV Metrobus

The Spin behind NGVs

July 6, 2020

NGVs: The growth in popularity  Running a vehicle on Compressed Natural Gas is a novice concept for many South Africans. Although Natural Gas filling stations have been active since 2014,… Read More

Opel Van

Opel Moves People & Goods, Easily!

August 22, 2019

Rüsselsheim. Attractive, flexible and practical vans are named Zafira. The success story continues with the fourth generation Opel model! Newly developed fourth-generation model Twenty years after the success of the… Read More

Volkswagen launches Caddy 1.0 TSI

November 15, 2018

The second best-selling model in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ range, the Caddy 1.0 TSI combines space efficiency with sleek Volkswagen design and affordable running costs. Currently in its fourth generation, the… Read More

Trucks

Volvo Car South Africa announces exciting new EV offer for Q4 2024

Volvo Car South Africa announces exciting new EV offer for Q4 2024

October 9, 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 Aims to Build Further on Its Dakar Rally Reliability Record in 2025

August 27, 2024

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

UD Trucks Southern Africa in collaboration with SaferStops Association commemorates Nelson Mandela Day with free winter hampers for truck drivers

UD Trucks Southern Africa in collaboration with SaferStops Association commemorates Nelson Mandela Day

July 29, 2024

Through a meaningful collaboration to mark Mandela Day, on 25 July 2024, UD Trucks Southern Africa (UDTSA) and SaferStops Association (SSA) rolled up their sleeves to donate winter hampers to… Read More

New EX30 leads Volvo to 46% share of South Africa’s EV market

New EX30 leads Volvo to 46% share of South Africa’s EV market

June 25, 2024

Volvo Car South Africa is pleased to report that the new Volvo EX30 is already proving exceptionally popular with local buyers, having accounted for almost a third of total electric… Read More

Empowering Learning: Daimler Truck Southern Africa donates computer lab to Phelindaba Maths, Science, and ICT School of Specialisation

Daimler Truck Southern Africa donates computer lab to Phelindaba Maths, Science and ICT School of Specialisation

June 18, 2024

Daimler Truck Southern Africa officially opened The Computer Lab at Phelindaba MSI SOS in Atteridgeville. The computer lab is now equipped with computers, screens as well as a projector and… Read More

New Volvo EX30: first ‘Moss Yellow’ models touch down in SA

New Volvo EX30: first ‘Moss Yellow’ models touch down in SA

May 8, 2024

Volvo Car South Africa is excited to announce that the first Moss Yellow examples of the new EX30 have made local landfall, bringing an expressive new hue to this game-changing… Read More

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