JLR APPOINTS 50 SPECIALISTS TO BOOST RESILIENCE OF NEW ELECTRIC VEHICLE SUPPLY CHAINS
Pretoria, South Africa – 12 June 2025: JLR has hired 50 specialists to maximise the resilience of new electric vehicle supply chains and uphold ethical standards, amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainty…
Automotive and Trucking tips
Rate cut offers breathing room, but recovery still faces headwinds
SOUTH AFRICA, Johannesburg, 29 May 2025 – The South African Reserve Bank’s decision to lower interest rates by 25 basis points – bringing rates to their lowest level in more than… Read More
Why paying a deposit on your car benefits your wallet
Buying a new or pre-owned car is a significant financial commitment, often in the form of an instalment sale contract that can span several years. While the allure of driving… Read More
Winter driving survival guide
As from Wednesday the country experienced the first cold front of winter. Temperatures are expected to remain around 20⁰ Celsius and below until next Thursday in parts of the country…. Read More
Volvo Car South Africa makes EV ownership easier with new Guaranteed Future Value offers
Offering flexible finance, guaranteed trade-in value, and added ownership benefits, Volvo empowers South Africans to embrace electric mobility with confidence. Volvo Car South Africa is pleased to announce an exciting leap… Read More
Avoid road trip hassles: Must-know road trip tips from WesBank
07 April 2025 – With school holidays underway and the Easter weekend fast approaching, many South Africans are preparing for road trips to reconnect with family and explore new destinations…. Read More
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
Spiking an increasing bane for motorists
Over recent months spiking has significantly increased on South African roads. Drivers are encouraged to avoid driving at night when spiking is more common. Recent videos, however, have shown it… Read More
Trade in your vehicle like a pro
19 February 2025 – South Africa is reported to have more than 50 automotive brands represented locally, with over 2,500 derivatives currently on sale. This number is set to grow… Read More
Speed limits to change [little]
Since the first proposal was made in 2022, discussions about decreasing speed limits have repeatedly arisen as a means to reduce the high road fatality rate. Would decreasing current speed… Read More
Local Industry
What causes a rollover?
The extra weight of trucks affects their stability which combined with other factors makes these vehicles more susceptible to rollovers…. Read More
Isuzu Motors South Africa drives ISUZU Environmental Vision locally, aligned with Isuzu Motors Limited 2050 ambitions.
Gqeberha – Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has reinforced its commitment to the ISUZU global sustainability targets set out in Isuzu… Read More
Volvo Car South Africa urges young drivers to take the lead on road safety this Youth Day
Young drivers are most at risk on South African roads – Volvo encourages smarter, safer decisions this Youth Day. Young… Read More
UD Trucks Southern Africa celebrates dealers breaking barriers at 2025 awards ceremony
Durban, South Africa – UD Trucks Southern Africa (UDTSA) hosted its 2025 Annual Dealer Conference (ADC) at the prestigious Zimbali… Read More
Rethinking mobility for South Africans beyond traditional vehicle finance
11 June 2025 – South Africa’s economic landscape is challenging even the most resilient consumers. Recent years of high inflation… Read More
Climb, Crawl, and Conquer: Mastering the Essential Skills of Off-Road Driving
PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 11 June 2025 – South Africa’s rugged terrain, mountainous landscapes, and vast open spaces make it a… Read More
Editorial
The Mercedes-AMG CLE Coupé: A beauty and a beast from Affalterbach
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… Read More
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
LCVs and Panel Vans
The new Volkswagen Crafter
With a maximum permitted weight of 5.0 metric tonnes, a larger maximum cargo volume of 17.5 m³ and an excellent variety of drive types and derivatives, the new Crafter offers… Read More
Sumitomo Rubber South Africa fits Hilux Black Edition
Sumitomo Rubber South Africa (PTY) LTD (SRSA) is proud to be selected as the sole tyre supplier for the latest Toyota Hilux Black Edition and Toyota Fortuner 18 inch derivatives…. Read More
The New Nissan Navara,The Freedom To Be Yourself
ROSSLYN, South Africa (November 14, 2017) American rock ‘n roll legend and lead singer of the Doors, Jim Morrison, once said: “A friend is someone who gives you total freedom… Read More
Hilux affirms market dominance in local sales
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has once again racked up an impressive sales tally in September, further cementing its position as a market leader despite volatility in the local economic… Read More
Toyota Reigns Supreme In The Kinsey Report
Toyota has walked off with most of the trophies in the 2017 Kinsey Report, winning four categories and clinching seven podium places. This makes it the best result for the… Read More
Third annual International Spirit of Amarok kicks off this weekend
The International Spirit of Amarok competition, which will see teams from South Africa, Australia, Botswana, Germany, Namibia, Russia and the United Kingdom battling it out to be named the toughest… Read More
Trucks
UD Trucks Southern Africa celebrates dealers breaking barriers at 2025 awards ceremony
Durban, South Africa – UD Trucks Southern Africa (UDTSA) hosted its 2025 Annual Dealer Conference (ADC) at the prestigious Zimbali Hotel in Durban on 06 June. Held under the compelling… Read More
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
