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latest news & developmentsFord Ranger Raptor: A wild dragon that refuses to be tamed
Last year, I tested the impressive BYD Shark 6, which immediately attempted to dethrone the Ford Ranger Raptor when it arrived in South Africa. I remember too clearly the massive…
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 VW Transporter: Built like the Ford Tourneo but not better
Ford’s VW Transporter might have the same vibe as the Tourneo Custom on the road but it’s not as practical on the inside
From Ford Ranger Platinum to entry-level ease
After spending almost six months in the Platinum model, the adjustment to the entry-level XL was tough but refreshing
Review: The last of the Ford Everest XLT will be missed
The Everest XLT will make way for the Everest Active in 2026, but it was fun while it lasted
Practical and fuel efficient: Ford’s Tourneo Sport and Titanium X are more than just minibuses
Priced at just over R1 million, Ford hopes that both vehicles will help it gain more of the market in the MPV segment
Ford Ranger Platinum diary: mechanical faults and recalls, but still comfortable
The vehicle experienced a fuel door issue and was part of Ford’s recalls, so I didn’t spend much time in it this month
Raila Odinga: The relentless pan-Africanist who dominated Kenya’s politics
He stood as Africa’s foremost opposition leader and a tireless champion of democracy, a moral compass whose defiance outlasted regimes, reshaped constitutions and inspired…
Battle of the bakkies: A Shark or a Ranger?
The Shark has all the power and technology, but comfort wise, the Ranger is up there with it and offers more for the off-roader
More vehicle recalls in 2025 than in previous years, says National Consumer Commission
Last week, four brands issued recalls on vehicles and these attracted significant attention on social media
Ford Ranger Platinum Diary: One month in and enjoying its road excellence and features
We haven’t explored its towing or off-road capabilities yet but this 3-litre V6 bakkie has been performing like an SUV on the road
Ford Tourneo Sport and Titanium X to challenge Hyundai and Mercedes’s dominance in MPV segment
Brand expands the Tourneo range with two new derivatives, hoping to gain more market share in the MPV segment
Ford Ranger Wildtrak X strikes the perfect balance between refinement and ruggedness
The Wildtrak X sits just below the Platinum in the Ranger line-up and can perform exceptionally wherever you go
Ford Territory Dark Edition: Stitched to embrace tradition
The Territory has many features that are uncharacteristic of a Ford but a few tweaks keep the same sense of style while embracing the badge
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