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Cars have been a surefire passion for Phuti Mpyane even as a tyke. This was intensified 16 years ago when he joined the ranks of SA motoring journalism. He is now a senior motoring writer at Business Day.
Volkswagen Group Africa’s (VWGA) Kariega plant built a total of 17,009 vehicles in July — a new record for the number of vehicles built in one month at the Eastern Cape production facilities
New LiFePO batteries boost off-grid endurance for long bush stays
Interior features premium finishes, safety suite and family-friendly versatility
Space, punchy performance and refined chassis promise comfort and versatility.
Land Rover is reviving the Freelander nameplate as a standalone, all-electric brand in partnership with China’s Chery. The new model has been image-teased ahead of its public debut in a few days’ time in China.
The Golf GTI 8.5 gets tech upgrades and more power but the lack of a head-up display is an issue
It’s a perfect middle-ground bakkie that consumes a litre less than when it arrived
The goal to move to a digital driving licence has been in the planning for a few years
Tata’s budget-friendly newcomer reveals a cleverly packaged, frugal runabout — even if rivals offer more power for similar money
Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) MD Martina Biene used the annual VW Indaba event to kick off the company’s official 75th anniversary celebrations, but also to sound a warning bell to South Africans that all is not well.
Chinese automotive brand Changan has announced the availability and pricing of its full range of cars in South Africa.
Airbag and fuel pump issues have been identified in 338 vehicles in Southern Africa
Volkswagen has confirmed it will use the coming Festival of Motoring at Kyalami on August 29-31 to announce a new engine derivative for its Amarok double-cab bakkie range and one other new model.
Like its 3 Series cousin, the BMW X3 has become an important cog for the German brand and its customer base.
The department of transport has responded to a suggestion by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse for a moratorium on fines for motorists whose new driving licence cards are stuck in a reported backlog.
