Motor Vehicles
latest news & developmentsJuly manufacturing output hit by Covid-19 third wave and unrest
In mid-July, supply chains and industrial output were disrupted when parts of the country were rocked by looting, triggered by protests against Zuma’s incarceration
SA motor industry’s sweet deal
Incentive scheme sees billions go to the industry, but supporters say incentives have knock-on benefits
What you should know when buying a car
Tshegofatso Makgabutlane always dreamed of having her own car. By budgeting carefully and using credit responsibly, her dream became a reality
Father knows best
There’s more to a car than the way it looks
How to future-proof your luxury car purchase
Maserati’s extended two-year service plan adds value to your vehicle
If they won’t swim, let them sink
Auto manufacturers must do without their costly and fruitless development lifeline.
How to reduce your monthly car expenses
Look closely at your fuel costs, monthly instalments, monthly running costs and insurance.
What it costs to travel safely this Easter
Being safe rather than sorry shouldn’t cost you a lot of money this long weekend. Accidents are expensive, so taking precautions is worth it.
Buying a second-hand car
What do I need to know when buying a second-hand car privately?
Is your car roadworthy?
Remember that motor vehicle insurance assumes that you are driving a roadworthy car as this is a legal requirement.
New vehicle sales plummet 27%
South African new vehicle sales continued to decline in December, falling 27,1% compared with December 2007, it was reported on Friday.
Driving foreign investment
Auto manufacturers in South Africa are expected to double vehicle production by 2020 in response to revised government incentives, say experts.
Car repossessions up by 75%
South African new-car sales for June were the lowest since 1999. Ray Leathern looks at an automotive industry struggling to stay buoyant.
Renault-Nissan alliance invests R1bn in SA
The Renault-Nissan alliance on Friday announced the launch of a new manufacturing project in South Africa.