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Motoring

The Suzuki Fronx has everything you need — but choose the manual transmission
Motoring
/ 1 July 2025

The Suzuki Fronx has everything you need — but choose the manual transmission

The 1.5 litre engine feels slightly sluggish in both manual and automatic but at least you can control gear shifts with the former

By Eyaaz Matwadia
The new VW Tiguan: Premium, posh and affordable
Motoring
/ 22 June 2025

The new VW Tiguan: Premium, posh and affordable

Volkswagen has produced the finished article with the new Tiguan

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Baic Beijing X55 Plus is a treat, but that infotainment system needs an upgrade
Motoring
/ 22 June 2025

Baic Beijing X55 Plus is a treat, but that infotainment system needs an upgrade

The 2023 family car of the year has been improved, except for the infotainment system, which can be inconvenient

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Ford Territory a worthy contender in a crowded SUV segment
Motoring
/ 20 June 2025

Ford Territory a worthy contender in a crowded SUV segment

The spacious, luxurious interior stands out and, while the drive is very smooth, the sensitive calibration of the brakes and throttle can take some getting used to

By Eyaaz Matwadia
GWM’s Tank 300 diesel is sure to become a favourite off-roader in SA
Motoring
/ 15 June 2025

GWM’s Tank 300 diesel is sure to become a favourite off-roader in SA

The Tank 300 already gained a large amount of popularity since its release but the diesel variant gives the range a whole new dimension

By Eyaaz Matwadia
The BYD Seal 7: Humbling BMW drivers since 2025
Motoring
/ 14 June 2025

The BYD Seal 7: Humbling BMW drivers since 2025

Many need the sound along with the speed but it is always the silent killers that are the most deadly

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Rhythm, culture and class: The Mercedes-Benz CLE cabriolet is a Bollywood special
Motoring
/ 9 June 2025

Rhythm, culture and class: The Mercedes-Benz CLE cabriolet is a Bollywood special

Driving this open-top cruiser provides a comfortable and luxurious experience

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Ford Everest Wildtrak: Brawny and powerful with a touch of luxury — but it’s thirsty
Motoring
/ 3 June 2025

Ford Everest Wildtrak: Brawny and powerful with a touch of luxury — but it’s thirsty

The mid-range Everest has a solid build, comes with a V6 engine and the interior brings a fair amount of style

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Is the exceptional BYD Sealion 7 the best value electric SUV in South Africa?
Motoring
/ 2 June 2025

Is the exceptional BYD Sealion 7 the best value electric SUV in South Africa?

Spaciousness, comfort and sporty features make this EV well worth the over R1 million price tag it comes with

By Eyaaz Matwadia
The GAC GS3 Emzoom is a refreshing and a different offering in a flooded SUV market
Motoring
/ 31 May 2025

The GAC GS3 Emzoom is a refreshing and a different offering in a flooded SUV market

The Chinese manufacturer has produced a fun-to-drive, sporty car, but with so many competitors, it’s difficult to see the vehicle making a splash

By Eyaaz Matwadia
A super Cooper by Mini — but is it too expensive?
Motoring
/ 28 May 2025

A super Cooper by Mini — but is it too expensive?

The fifth-generation Mini Cooper is cute, compact and embodies fun but the downside is its hefty price tag

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Review: Land Rover Defender PHEV
Motoring
/ 26 May 2025

Review: Land Rover Defender PHEV

Nothing combines luxury and ruggedness like a Defender — but this plug-in hybrid’s battery could use more range

By Eyaaz Matwadia
The Chery Tiggo Cross is basically a Tiggo 4 Pro — but on steroids
Motoring
/ 24 May 2025

The Chery Tiggo Cross is basically a Tiggo 4 Pro — but on steroids

Chery has combined the best elements of the Tiggo 7 Pro with the compactness of the Tiggo 4 Pro to produce another excellent value-for-money vehicle

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Facelifted Toyota Corolla Cross is imperfectly perfect
Motoring
/ 21 May 2025

Facelifted Toyota Corolla Cross is imperfectly perfect

A trip to Limpopo in this vehicle showed us the highs and lows but, ultimately, we understand why Mzansi loves it so much

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Value-for-money Haval H7 is rugged and luxurious but slightly unresponsive
Motoring
/ 18 May 2025

Value-for-money Haval H7 is rugged and luxurious but slightly unresponsive

The sluggishness of the engine detracts from what is a comfortable, economical vehicle with unorthodox looks

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Stylish but sluggish: The Starlet Cross is a necessary addition to Toyota’s line-up
Motoring
/ 17 May 2025

Stylish but sluggish: The Starlet Cross is a necessary addition to Toyota’s line-up

The engine struggles on inclines and when overtaking but it’s a practical vehicle with stylish looks and great features in the crossover segment

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Suzuki Dzire first impressions: Game changer in the budget segment or the new rideshare vehicle? 
Motoring
/ 16 May 2025

Suzuki Dzire first impressions: Game changer in the budget segment or the new rideshare vehicle? 

Building on the success of the Swift, Suzuki has released a budget sedan that could become a hit in South Africa

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Fuelling the future: Solar-powered charging for South Africa’s electric trucks
Motoring
/ 16 May 2025

Fuelling the future: Solar-powered charging for South Africa’s electric trucks

In a country where long-distance driving is the norm, an efficient charging network is vital for the use of fully electric trucks and commercial vehicles

By Jarryd Neves
The new Citroën C3 is practical, comfortable and fuel efficient
Motoring
/ 14 May 2025

The new Citroën C3 is practical, comfortable and fuel efficient

Although certain aspects on the interior feel slightly outdated, the new C3 will be ideal for young families

By Lunga Mzangwe
BMW X3 named SA Car of the Year
Motoring
/ 7 May 2025

BMW X3 named SA Car of the Year

The German manufacturer scooped a total of five awards at this year’s event — but the Suzuki Swift also grabbed the spotlight

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Ticking all the boxes: The GWM Haval Jolion Pro
Motoring
/ 5 May 2025

Ticking all the boxes: The GWM Haval Jolion Pro

After the successful entry of the Jolion in 2021, the Pro offers a more stylish exterior with all the technology needed to keep consumers happy

By Eyaaz Matwadia
The Suzuki Jimny five-door is an adventurer’s dream – but a snail on the road
Motoring
/ 3 May 2025

The Suzuki Jimny five-door is an adventurer’s dream – but a snail on the road

South Africans have come to love the Jimny but while it is fun to drive, it is severely underpowered

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Mercedes-Benz E-Class: German engineers really don’t joke with cars
Motoring
/ 29 April 2025

Mercedes-Benz E-Class: German engineers really don’t joke with cars

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a finalist for SA Car of the Year 2025 in the executive category

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Why the new Suzuki Swift is the best budget car in South Africa
Motoring
/ 27 April 2025

Why the new Suzuki Swift is the best budget car in South Africa

The new Suzuki Swift has been nominated for SA Car of the Year in the budget category and rightfully so

By Eyaaz Matwadia
No turbocharge needed in the stylish Mazda CX-30
Motoring
/ 26 April 2025

No turbocharge needed in the stylish Mazda CX-30

Although its naturally aspirated engine has been criticised, the Mazda CX-30 combines a plush interior and snappy exterior to give you a fantastic driving experience

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Death, taxes and the excellence of the Range Rover Sport
Motoring
/ 22 April 2025

Death, taxes and the excellence of the Range Rover Sport

A luxury vehicle that can get dirty when needed, the Range Rover Sport justifies every penny of its hefty price tag

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max shows that luxury doesn’t need to empty your pockets
Motoring
/ 7 April 2025

Chery Tiggo 8 Pro Max shows that luxury doesn’t need to empty your pockets

The brand has been successful since returning to South Africa and the price of its flagship model is one of the reasons why

By Eyaaz Matwadia
BYD launches three new-energy vehicles, but just how impressive are they?
Motoring
/ 4 April 2025

BYD launches three new-energy vehicles, but just how impressive are they?

The Chinese manufacturer has added to its line-up and introduced a new competitor for the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Just too pricey: The VW T-Cross
Motoring
/ 30 March 2025

Just too pricey: The VW T-Cross

The vehicle is comfortable, but in a flooded compact SUV market, is the price tag justified?

By Eyaaz Matwadia
Top-selling used vehicles in 2024 on AutoTrader show a shift to budget-friendly options
Motoring
/ 30 March 2025

Top-selling used vehicles in 2024 on AutoTrader show a shift to budget-friendly options

Changing economic pressures are reshaping South Africa’s used car landscape, as buyers look for smarter, more practical choices

By Jarryd Neves
Safety comes with a price: Volvo EX90 first impression
Motoring
/ 29 March 2025

Safety comes with a price: Volvo EX90 first impression

Dubbed the safest Volvo ever made, has the brand pushed the price a little too high or is it merely to scare competitors?

By Eyaaz Matwadia
ReVolvolution as the Swedish manufacturer aims to bring more electric vehicles to SA in 2025
Motoring
/ 28 March 2025

ReVolvolution as the Swedish manufacturer aims to bring more electric vehicles to SA in 2025

ReVolvolution as the Swedish manufacturer aims to bring more electric vehicles to SA in 2025

By Eyaaz Matwadia
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