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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…
Toyota's Land Cruiser FJ is unapologetic, but underpowered
The new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ delivers rugged retro styling and genuine off-road capability under R800,000, but its underpowered petrol engine and payload limits raise questions.
The Mitsubishi Destinator is the family SUV surprise of the year
Defying initial expectations, the new Mitsubishi Destinator emerges as an exceptional 7-seater family SUV with turbocharged punch, clever interior practicality, and superb value.
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.
Golf GTI diary: A daily battle against temptation
With inland fuel prices hovering near R27 per litre, we spent a month living with the updated 195 kW Volkswagen Golf 8.5 GTI to see if South Africa's favourite hot hatch can be…
The new Hilux Legend is now fortified
A week behind the wheel of the Toyota Hilux Double Cab 2.8 GD-6 4x4 Legend reveals how Toyota addressed past cabin critiques and elevated vehicle security, transforming South…
Is the Neue Klasse iX3 ‘more BMW than ever’?
BMW has introduced its revolutionary Neue Klasse iX3 in South Africa. We took the 2026 World Car of the Year along the Western Cape coast to see if a silent, screen-heavy EV can…
The ultimate 30-hour leap of faith in the Leapmotor B10
An impromptu 1,200km weekend dash from Johannesburg to Durban puts the new Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV to the test, proving that electric refinement and spontaneous road trips can…
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…
The Subaru Forester Sport delivers a breath of naturally aspirated fresh air
In a market dominated by turbocharged engines and complex hybrids, the naturally aspirated Subaru Forester Sport stands out with smooth drivability, unmatched AWD capability, and…
The Lepas L4 delivers a genuine surprise in a crowded market
Despite fears of market oversaturation from Chery's expanding stable, the new Lepas L4 Pantera shines as an exceptionally frugal, refined, and value-packed compact crossover.
Haval H7 Black Edition: a reason the Chinese are winning
Haval’s flagship product is value for money and it is exactly why the Chinese manufacturers keep climbing the ranks
MG Cyberster: The roadster we never knew we needed
The MG Cyberster — the only electric one on our roads — provides excitement, power and cool features, making it a head-turner
What a comeback: The Geely E5 EM-I proves just how far they’ve come
The PHEV is like a good old-fashioned Manchester United comeback from Geely’s first offerings in South Africa
Chery Tiggo 8 PHEV: Another strong product but it seems to have become lost in the middle
What used to be the brand’s flagship SUV feels like an extension of the Tiggo 7 instead of a genuine upgrade