New Homepage What your drivers need to know about winter driving June 12, 2026 South African winters do not arrive with snowfall or a blizzard warning or any other obvious signal that conditions have changed. Instead, by June the season has quietly shifted into… Read More about What your drivers need to know about winter driving Mercedes-Benz South Africa Announces the New CLA 200: The Intelligence Revolution Meets Combustion June 12, 2026 Mercedes-Benz is officially raising the standards of the compact luxury segment with the market introduction of the all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA 200. Arriving at authorised retailers on Friday, 12 June, the… Read More about Mercedes-Benz South Africa Announces the New CLA 200: The Intelligence Revolution Meets Combustion OMODA & JAECOO South Africa to expand J5 range with hybrid and fully electric models June 12, 2026 Due to arrive in August 2026, the J5 SHS will pair a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with hybrid assistance, delivering 165 kW and 295 N.m while returning a claimed 5.3… Read More about OMODA & JAECOO South Africa to expand J5 range with hybrid and fully electric models LEPAS L6 Pre-Orders Now Open in South Africa – First 200 LEPAS L6 Buyers Get R10,000 to Spend Their Way June 12, 2026 LEPAS L6 is available for pre-order and includes The LEPAS L6 is available for pre-order and includes a class-leading 10-year / 1 million-kilometre engine warranty as standard – offering long-term… Read More about LEPAS L6 Pre-Orders Now Open in South Africa – First 200 LEPAS L6 Buyers Get R10,000 to Spend Their Way Isuzu Motors South Africa Invests R510 Million in Supplier Development to Strengthen Local Manufacturing Ecosystem June 11, 2026 Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has invested R510 million in supplier tooling and capability development as part of its ongoing commitment to strengthening South Africa’s automotive manufacturing ecosystem, supporting local… Read More about Isuzu Motors South Africa Invests R510 Million in Supplier Development to Strengthen Local Manufacturing Ecosystem Toyota South Africa Motors drives the 2026 Comrades Marathon with mobility, innovation and runner celebration June 11, 2026 As a trusted mobility partner, Toyota As a trusted mobility partner, Toyota plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless execution of the race while connecting with millions of South… Read More about Toyota South Africa Motors drives the 2026 Comrades Marathon with mobility, innovation and runner celebration Ready for More: The New Mercedes‑Benz Truck Models Built on What Matters Most. 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Founded in 1967, TiAuto has grown… Read More about TiAuto Investments Announces Acquisition by Global Trading and Investment Group Marubeni Corporation Kia South Africa responds to #safercarsforafrica assessment – Kia Sonet LS model June 10, 2026 Kia South Africa is aware of the statement issued by the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) and Global NCAP regarding the #SaferCarsForAfrica crash test assessment of the Kia Sonet… Read More about Kia South Africa responds to #safercarsforafrica assessment – Kia Sonet LS model LOW STAR RATINGS CONTINUE FOR SONET AND JOLION IN #SAFERCARSFORAFRICA TEST June 10, 2026 Kia Sonet receives a one-star rating for adult protection GWM Jolion receives two-star rating for adult protection Recent #SaferCarsForAfrica crash tests reveal a worrying trend of sub-standard safety in entry-level… Read More about LOW STAR RATINGS CONTINUE FOR SONET AND JOLION IN #SAFERCARSFORAFRICA TEST Automotive and Trucking tips 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… Read More about WesBank and FNB take part in accelerating NEV infrastructure as South Africa’s mobility transition gains momentum 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. 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Importantly, 90.1% of these sales flowed through South… Read More about SA Vehicle Sales Defy Interest Rate and Cost-of-Living Pressures as May Volumes Reach 12-Year High 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. 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Fuel price volatility… Read More about Why fuel management is becoming a strategic priority for commercial fleets Build a ‘Seat of Sanctuary’ May 4, 2026 As Distracted Driving Awareness Month concludes, the real work now begins. Rather than only focusing on changed behaviour for a 30-day period, the momentum should continue and turn this commitment… Read More about Build a ‘Seat of Sanctuary’ 1 2 3 … 9 Next » Local Industry Mitsubishi widens appeal of Outlander range with tech laden model offering January 29, 2024 Mitsubishi’s recently launched all-new Outlander, has quickly become a top seller for the brand in South Africa. The Outlander has… Read More about Mitsubishi widens appeal of Outlander range with tech laden model offering New Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar now available to order in South Africa January 29, 2024 JLR South Africa has confirmed that the New Range Rover Velar and the New Range Rover Evoque are now available… Read More about New Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar now available to order in South Africa Deep dive into adulterated diesel January 26, 2024 Recently, several news reports warned drivers that at least 70 service stations are selling ‘contaminated’ or ‘fake’ diesel. Many of… Read More about Deep dive into adulterated diesel Key Pietermaritzburg welcomes Jeep January 26, 2024 Stellantis continues its drive to make brands easily accessible to customers through its multifranchise dealer network with the addition of… Read More about Key Pietermaritzburg welcomes Jeep Celebrating South African Sporting Heroes: Toyota pledges support for Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Dreams January 26, 2024 As the countdown to the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games intensifies, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) proudly announces its… Read More about Celebrating South African Sporting Heroes: Toyota pledges support for Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Dreams TOYOTA SHINES AT SOMI ‘24 January 26, 2024 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) hosted the seventh instalment of the popular State of the Motor Industry (SOMI) event at… Read More about TOYOTA SHINES AT SOMI ‘24 « Previous 1 … 221 222 223 224 225 … 356 Next » 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. 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Founded in 1967, TiAuto has grown… Read More about TiAuto Investments Announces Acquisition by Global Trading and Investment Group Marubeni Corporation DFSK SA Addresses Common LPG Concerns with Intelligent Engine Protection Technology June 9, 2026 Fuel Economy As fuel costs continue to rise, LPG has become an increasingly attractive alternative fuel due to its lower operating costs, cleaner combustion, and reduced emissions. 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Instead, by June the season has quietly shifted into… Read More about What your drivers need to know about winter driving Mercedes-Benz South Africa Announces the New CLA 200: The Intelligence Revolution Meets Combustion June 12, 2026 Mercedes-Benz is officially raising the standards of the compact luxury segment with the market introduction of the all-new Mercedes-Benz CLA 200. Arriving at authorised retailers on Friday, 12 June, the… Read More about Mercedes-Benz South Africa Announces the New CLA 200: The Intelligence Revolution Meets Combustion Ready for More: The New Mercedes‑Benz Truck Models Built on What Matters Most. June 11, 2026 Commenting on the introduction, Olaf Petersen, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Daimler Truck Southern Africa, said: “Built on more than 130 years of trucking excellence, our new Base… Read More about Ready for More: The New Mercedes‑Benz Truck Models Built on What Matters Most. 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