Changan and Jameel Motors South Africa are showcasing their growing presence at the 2026 Festival of Motoring

August 24, 2026

The event will provide a stage for Changan to unveil two new vehicles For Changan, the Festival of Motoring provides an ideal platform to engage directly with South African consumers…

VWGA appoints new Production Director

August 24, 2026

Joining VWGA Marc succeeds Ulrich Schwabe, who led production at Plant Kariega from April 2021 to July 2026. He joins the company from the Volkswagen plant in Zwickau, Germany, where…

UD Trucks Southern Africa Celebrates Driver Excellence at the 2026 Local Extra Mile Challenge

August 24, 2026

This commitment was brought to life Zwartkops Raceway – Safe, skilled and responsible driving is at the heart of efficient transport operations, and for UD Trucks, developing and recognising professional…

AA CEO NAMES LDV TERRON 9 AS “SAFEST BAKKIE BY FAR” IN SA

August 24, 2026

LDV’s recent rebranding launch event held in Johannesburg Bobby Ramagwede, CEO of the Automobile Association of South Africa, plays a pivotal role in the country’s automotive sector, leading an organisation…

Women with Drive – JIVE marks ten years of impact

August 24, 2026

At the landmark 10th anniversary event of Women with Drive, women from across South Africa’s mobility sector marked a decade of THRIVING, LIVING, STRIVING and ARRIVING. The celebration was befitting…

Chery South Africa adds a darker edge to the Tiggo 7 with new Distinction Dark Edition

August 21, 2026

Exclusive dark-themed exterior and interior details give the Tiggo 7 Distinction a more assertive appearance. A six-speed dual-clutch transmission replaces the previous continuously variable transmission. The upgraded specification includes seven…

HINO TO HIGHLIGHT A SPECIAL DEAL ON 700-SERIES TRUCK TRACTORS AT NAMPO CAPE 2026

August 21, 2026

Hino South Africa will offer a special deal on 700-Series truck tractors at the Nampo Cape 2026 agricultural show, to be held in Bredasdorp from the 9th to 12th of…

Updated Ford Everest Range – Media Q&A With Images

August 21, 2026

With the introduction of the new Everest Active, upgrades to the Sport, Wildtrak and Platinum, and the upcoming arrival of the adventure-focused Everest Tremor, the range caters to a broader…

Volkswagen Group Africa sets new monthly production record

August 20, 2026

Volkswagen has built a legacy of quality In the latest of a series of milestone achievements, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has set a new record for the number of vehicles…

The all-new Volkswagen T-Roc available for pre-order

August 19, 2026

Positioned between the Taigo and Tiguan, the second-generation T-Roc strengthens Volkswagen’s growing T-SUV family alongside the T-Cross, Taigo, Tiguan, Tayron and Touareg. Combining expressive design, premium craftsmanship and advanced technology,…

Automotive and Trucking tips

Leading with Purpose: Creating Value Beyond the Numbers

August 17, 2026

Some careers are carefully planned. Others evolve through a willingness to embrace new opportunities, continuously learn and make a meaningful contribution. For Annelize Heyns, Senior Business Controller at UD Trucks…

Mid-year money check-in: 5 financial habits to reset before year-end

August 11, 2026

We’re into the second half of the year. That means we have more than six months of data on our spending, saving and borrowing decisions. As we approach an expensive…

July Vehicle Sales Extend Strong Run As Dealers See Consumer Confidence Return

August 4, 2026

The results point to improving consumer confidence, with broad-based growth across all major vehicle segments driven primarily by retail demand. Against a backdrop of stable interest rates, easing petrol costs…

Passenger car sales hit a 12-Year High as traditional brands stand their ground

August 4, 2026

South Africa’s passenger car market delivered its strongest monthly performance in almost 12 years during July, helping lift overall new vehicle sales by 11.9% year-on-year. Lower fuel prices and resilient…

BAIC South Africa, BAIC Finance and Absa Celebrate the Success of the Reading Riot National Literacy Campaign

July 29, 2026

What began as a vehicle sponsorship evolved into a multi-faceted national initiative that not only championed literacy and recognised South Africa’s educators, but also created new opportunities for brand growth,…

Media advisory: Three-part documentary ‘Sara Price: Chasing Dakar’ now available on DStv Catch Up

July 24, 2026

Narrative centres on American rally driver Sara Price The documentary follows Price and her Defender Rally teammates as they pursue motorsport’s ultimate off-road challenge: the Dakar Rally. The full series…

Nada Commends SARB Decision to Hold Repo Rate as Vehicle Market Gains Momentum

July 24, 2026

Given that much of the market braced 0%, keeping the prime lending rate at 10.5%. The decision came as a positive surprise to many industry stakeholders and market analysts, who…

South Africa’s New Car Sales Surge is an Evolution, not a Revolution

July 21, 2026

On the surface, this might seem to hold true,” says Brandon Cohen, Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA). “We’ve just witnessed the strongest June performance in nearly two…

More Value for Changan Alsvin Buyers with New Standard Service Plan

July 9, 2026

Changan South Africa introduces 5-Year/75 000km Service Plan for the Alsvin 1.4 Manual. Changan Alsvin 1.5 AT continues to benefit from a 5-Year/75 000km Service Plan The enhancement further reduces…

Geely Finance Makes Coolray Ownership More Accessible from Just R3,999 per Month

July 9, 2026

Customers can now drive the Geely Coolray from just R3,999 per month* on a 36-month Guaranteed Future Value (GFV) finance plan, with a 10% deposit and a 73% Guaranteed Future…

Local Industry

Changan and Jameel Motors South Africa are showcasing their growing presence at the 2026 Festival of Motoring

August 24, 2026

The event will provide a stage for Changan to unveil two new vehicles For Changan, the Festival of Motoring provides…

VWGA appoints new Production Director

August 24, 2026

Joining VWGA Marc succeeds Ulrich Schwabe, who led production at Plant Kariega from April 2021 to July 2026. He joins…

UD Trucks Southern Africa Celebrates Driver Excellence at the 2026 Local Extra Mile Challenge

August 24, 2026

This commitment was brought to life Zwartkops Raceway – Safe, skilled and responsible driving is at the heart of efficient…

AA CEO NAMES LDV TERRON 9 AS “SAFEST BAKKIE BY FAR” IN SA

August 24, 2026

LDV’s recent rebranding launch event held in Johannesburg Bobby Ramagwede, CEO of the Automobile Association of South Africa, plays a…

Women with Drive – JIVE marks ten years of impact

August 24, 2026

At the landmark 10th anniversary event of Women with Drive, women from across South Africa’s mobility sector marked a decade…

Chery South Africa adds a darker edge to the Tiggo 7 with new Distinction Dark Edition

August 21, 2026

Exclusive dark-themed exterior and interior details give the Tiggo 7 Distinction a more assertive appearance. A six-speed dual-clutch transmission replaces…

Editorial

Adapt or die

April 12, 2023

The transport sector defied expectations of under-performance in the fourth quarter of 2022 to be the best sectoral performer, admittedly amongst multiple laggards. The negative impact of the prolonged Transnet…

Government needs to step in

March 10, 2023

Government needs to step in The proliferation of car guards and street vendors directing traffic during loadshedding is a serious concern, and traffic authorities must do more to ensure the…

LCVs and Panel Vans

Women with Drive – JIVE marks ten years of impact

August 24, 2026

At the landmark 10th anniversary event of Women with Drive, women from across South Africa’s mobility sector marked a decade of THRIVING, LIVING, STRIVING and ARRIVING. The celebration was befitting…

JAC Motors SA Drives Sustainable Community Impact Through CARE

August 19, 2026

9-tonne and an N140 9-tonne, to Christian Aid Relief (CARE). The vehicles will join CARE’s all-JAC fleet, helping the non-profit organisation deliver essential supplies to vulnerable communities throughout South Africa….

NADA Calls for Vigilance Amid Rise in Sophisticated Digital Vehicle Sales Scams

August 19, 2026

According to the South Africa Police Service, 147 149 commercial crime cases were officially recorded in the country between April 2025 and March 2026, representing a 2.5% overall annual increase…

MG MOTOR SOUTH AFRICA ENHANCES MG3 LINE-UP WITH MY26 UPDATES

August 17, 2026

MG Motor South Africa has introduced a series of meaningful model year updates to its popular MG3 range MG Motor South Africa has introduced a series of meaningful model year…

Defender Dakar: A road-legal evolution of the Dakar Rally winner

August 17, 2026

The exclusive limited-run 4×4 is a race-bred evolution of the victorious D7X-R. It brings trailblazing rally-raid capability to the road. A combination of 75 years of off-road innovation and competition-derived…

Women with Drive – JIVE in numbers

August 13, 2026

Tomorrow, 10 years of Women with Drive will be marked in the 10th edition of: Women with Drive – JIVE. Ahead of the milestone celebration, this is a decade distilled…

Trucks

VWGA appoints new Production Director

August 24, 2026

Joining VWGA Marc succeeds Ulrich Schwabe, who led production at Plant Kariega from April 2021 to July 2026. He joins the company from the Volkswagen plant in Zwickau, Germany, where…

UD Trucks Southern Africa Celebrates Driver Excellence at the 2026 Local Extra Mile Challenge

August 24, 2026

This commitment was brought to life Zwartkops Raceway – Safe, skilled and responsible driving is at the heart of efficient transport operations, and for UD Trucks, developing and recognising professional…

HINO TO HIGHLIGHT A SPECIAL DEAL ON 700-SERIES TRUCK TRACTORS AT NAMPO CAPE 2026

August 21, 2026

Hino South Africa will offer a special deal on 700-Series truck tractors at the Nampo Cape 2026 agricultural show, to be held in Bredasdorp from the 9th to 12th of…

Updated Ford Everest Range – Media Q&A With Images

August 21, 2026

With the introduction of the new Everest Active, upgrades to the Sport, Wildtrak and Platinum, and the upcoming arrival of the adventure-focused Everest Tremor, the range caters to a broader…

Volkswagen Group Africa sets new monthly production record

August 20, 2026

Volkswagen has built a legacy of quality In the latest of a series of milestone achievements, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has set a new record for the number of vehicles…

The all-new Volkswagen T-Roc available for pre-order

August 19, 2026

Positioned between the Taigo and Tiguan, the second-generation T-Roc strengthens Volkswagen’s growing T-SUV family alongside the T-Cross, Taigo, Tiguan, Tayron and Touareg. Combining expressive design, premium craftsmanship and advanced technology,…

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