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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.
NewsEvery Car Launching in South Africa in 2025: The Complete Guide
South Africa's 2025 model year is shaping up to be exceptional. We've compiled every confirmed and likely new model launch for the local market — this is your definitive preview.
Industry InsightsChinese Brands Are Coming for Your Customer: How SA Dealers Are Responding
Chinese automotive brands have taken 12.3% of South Africa's new vehicle market in 2024. We investigate how established dealers are responding to the Chinese challenge.
MotorsportSA Touring Car Championship Round 1 — Kyalami: Chadwick Takes Dominant Win
Bradley Chadwick and his Mercedes-AMG C63 dominated the opening round of the 2024 South African Touring Car Championship at Kyalami, leading every lap of both races to open the season in style.
Buying AdviceThe 5 Best Sports Cars Under R1 Million in South Africa for 2024
South Africa's performance car market has excellent options under R1 million. We rank the top five sports cars that deliver genuine driving rewards without a seven-figure price tag.
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.
EV & TechVolkswagen iD.4: Germany's Most Important EV Finally Arrives in South Africa
The Volkswagen iD.4 Pure has arrived in South Africa at R859,900. It's the electric vehicle that could change the local market. We drove it from Cape Town to Hermanus.
Industry InsightsSA New Vehicle Market: Q1 2024 Sales Up 3.2% — But Headwinds Remain
South Africa's new vehicle market grew 3.2% in Q1 2024, with passenger car sales rising 5.8% while commercial vehicles declined 1.4%. We analyse the data and what it means for the industry.
Buying AdviceSouth Africa's Hidden Gem Used Cars: Best Value Under R200k in 2024
Budget R200,000? The South African used car market in 2024 offers extraordinary value in specific models. Here are the hidden gems that punch far above their price.
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.
LifestyleFirst Track Day in South Africa: The Complete Beginner's Guide
Track days are among the safest, most legal ways to experience your vehicle's limits. Here's everything you need for your first South African track day.
NewsHaval H6 GT: Chinese SUV Brand Goes Sporty in South Africa
Haval has launched the H6 GT variant in South Africa, bringing a more performance-focused tuning to the brand's best-selling SUV. At R529,900, it takes on the Tiguan R-Line and Sportage GT-Line.
EV & TechSouth Africa's EV Charging Network: Where We Are in 2024
South Africa had 847 public EV charging points at the end of Q2 2024 — up 340% from 2022. We map the network, identify the gaps and ask: is SA ready for mass EV adoption?
ReviewsVolkswagen Polo GTI 2.0 TSI: The Little Hot Hatch That Punches Hard
The Polo GTI has 152kW from a 2.0-litre turbopetrol engine. It weighs just 1,225kg. The result is a 6.5-second 0-100km/h time and relentless fun. At R579,900, it's the affordable hot hatch SA needed.
MotorsportSouth Africa's Proud Dakar Rally History
South Africa punches above its weight at the Dakar Rally. With one overall winner, multiple stage victories and consistent participation since the 1990s, we trace the full story.
ReviewsVolkswagen Golf 8 GTI: Germany's Hot Hatch vs South Africa's Roads
The Golf 8 GTI costs R729,900 and produces 180kW. It's the best-driver's hot hatch at this price. We tracked it, commuted in it and drove mountain passes — here's the complete verdict.
ReviewsMazda CX-5 2.2D Dynamic AWD: The Quiet Achiever
The Mazda CX-5 2.2D Dynamic AWD is an outstanding SUV that rarely tops comparison tests — yet it consistently ranks as one of the best-to-own vehicles in South Africa. We explain why.
NewsVolkswagen Polo Vivo: Still South Africa's Value King at 250k
The Polo Vivo 1.4 Trendline 5-door costs R249,900. It's locally made, it holds its value and it costs less to run than anything comparable. We make the case for South Africa's perennial best-seller.
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.
Industry InsightsInside South Africa's Auto Industry: How APDP Keeps SA Building Cars
South Africa's automotive industry contributes 6.4% of GDP and employs 110,000 people directly. The APDP is the mechanism that keeps it viable — we explain how.