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

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

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,… Read More

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

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… 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… Read More

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

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… Read More

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

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… Read More

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

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…. 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

FAW Jan 2015

FAW trucks kicks off 2015 with another First

January 29, 2015

A First for FAW trucks as it heads into 2015. A mere six months after opening its plant in Coega to assemble FAW trucks locally, the company has dispatched its first… Read More

Powerstar's V3

Powerstar V3 is a beautiful beast

January 29, 2015

Powerstar V3 is ready for any heavyweight bout. Just like a heavyweight boxer, the Powerstar V3  stands – waiting, concentrating, muscles taut and skin glistening with perspiration – its energy pulsating… Read More

Imperial Cargo boosts fleet with sixty MAN trucks

January 29, 2015

60 MAN TGS 26.440 long-haul units have been added to the Imperial Cargo fleet.   Imperial Cargo has procured 60 MAN TGS 26.440 truck-tractors to service its line-haul operations in southern… Read More

Only one truck works for Africa – that’s the FAW 28.380FT truck tractor, says BHL

May 29, 2014

What more can a truck manufacturer wish for than a customer who not only sings the praises of its brand and its after sales support, but also claims that for… Read More

JMC

All aboard the torquey JMC Boarding

March 18, 2014

While it won’t set its rear-wheels on fire when it comes to performance, the JMC Boarding 2.8 is blessed with 84kW of power at 3 600rpm and a gutsy 235N.m… Read More

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Transit joins Ranger in Ford’s expanding line-up

March 18, 2014

Ford’s local Ranger line-up, which is produced on a high-tech assembly line in Silverton, Pretoria, already enjoys an envious reputation for its successes – constantly giving the leaders in the… Read More

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