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The best cars to beat R30/l petrol
With inland 95 petrol breaching R30 per litre, choosing the right vehicle is essential. Here is a comprehensive guide to the most fuel-efficient cars across eight primary vehicle…
Jetour T2 is carving its own South African heritage
Tackling the treacherous terrain of Sani Pass, the award-winning Jetour T2 defies expectations and proves its capability as it prepares for local production in South Africa.
Vehicle industry fights back
Despite widespread factory closures and thousands of job cuts across South Africa's automotive industry, a new R1.1-billion parts facility at Dube TradePort offers a glimmer of…
Vehicle sales surge but buyers hit the brakes on vehicles beyond R500K
As soaring vehicle prices alienate everyday buyers, South Africa's automotive market is splitting at the R500 000 mark, fuelling a surge in used cars, Asian value brands, and…
Passenger vehicle sales for July the best since 2014
South Africa's new vehicle market experienced a significant surge in July 2026, with sales reaching 57 708 units. Passenger vehicle sales, contributing 40 912 units, marked the…
Jaecoo's first EV coming to SA finds the sweet spot in the market
Jaecoo's new J5 BEV is poised to disrupt the South African electric vehicle market, offering a compelling middle ground between basic city hatchbacks and expensive mid-size…
Lepas L6 is a milestone in Chinese refinement
Fresh off the launch of the Chery plant in Rosslyn, the Mail&Guardian got an exclusive pre-test of the Lepas L6. As a new brand under the Chery umbrella, Lepas aims to offer…
Chery launches Rosslyn manufacturing plant and commits to South Africa
Chery has officially opened its manufacturing facility in Rosslyn, Pretoria, transitioning from an importer to a local manufacturer in South Africa. This follows the acquisition…
JMC Vigus review: Ford DNA and a price tag that humbles the establishment
South Africans are fiercely protective of their bakkies, a market long dominated by Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. But newcomers like GWM's P-Series have shown buyers are open to…
The BYD storm is upon SA but a local factory depends on ‘market readiness’
BYD's entry into South Africa has dramatically reshaped the new-energy vehicle (NEV) landscape. After initially withholding sales figures, BYD's recent disclosure to Naamsa…
Omoda C7: The petrol or PHEV? Does the PHEV actually save you money?
The Omoda C7 offers both petrol and Super Hybrid System (PHEV) variants, each with distinct advantages. This article delves into the financial implications and driving experience…