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NewsHyundai recalls 162 Santa Fe Hybrid SUVs over seat-belt anchor concern
Hyundai is recalling 162 Santa Fe MX5 Hybrid SUVs sold in South Africa in 2025 after a possible problem was identified with the front seat-belt anchor.
NewsChinese car brands are now close to Toyota in South Africa
Chinese car brands are no longer a small part of South Africa's new-car market. In September, 10 Chinese brands sold about 9,900 passenger cars between them. Toyota sold 9,964 passenger cars on its own.
Buying AdviceBest First Cars Under R300k in South Africa: 2024 Definitive Guide
Buying a first car in South Africa on a R300,000 budget? There are more options than ever. We test six leading contenders to find the best new car for first-time buyers in 2024.
Road TripsThe Panorama Route, Mpumalanga: South Africa's Most Spectacular Drive
The Panorama Route in Mpumalanga is South Africa's most dramatic single-day drive — from the Escarpment's edge at God's Window to the canyon depths of the Blyde River. Here's how to do it perfectly.
Motorsport2024 South African Motorsport Mid-Season Review
We review every major South African motorsport series at mid-season — who's leading, who's fighting back and what's expected in the second half of 2024.
EV & TechHyundai Tucson 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid AWD: Korean Clever
The Hyundai Tucson Hybrid AWD uses a 1.6-litre turbopetrol and electric motor to produce 169kW and 350Nm, with real-world fuel consumption of 5.8L/100km. We tested it in Cape Town.
ReviewsSuzuki Swift 1.0 Boosterjet GL+: Affordable Fun for South African Roads
The Suzuki Swift 1.0 Boosterjet GL+ costs R329,900 and produces 82kW from its tiny turbocharged engine. It's the most fun-per-rand car on sale in South Africa right now.