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The Baic B30e shows new energy from the manufacturer

Review: New energy from Baic with the B30e

From the stylish yet rugged design to the refined interior and the steady and easy drive, the B30e has to go down as an impressive package from Baic.

Bold: Deepal S07 will give Ferrari Purosangue vibes with its sleek design lines.

Is Deepal S07 worth the price tag?

Massive global newcomer Changan has hit South Africa running but its boldest move yet bypasses the budget tier entirely

Finalist of the year: The Leapmotor C10 REEV. Photo: Supplied

A hotel room that can drive 1 000km

The Leapmotor C10 REEV has some frustrations, but it has great practicality and some cool features that outweigh those frustrations

Hype: Jetour T2 is set to be a favourite in South African in 2026. Photos: Supplied

Top picks for cars under R1m in 2025

In M&G’s list of 13 vehicles, the Chinese dominate in value for money

The Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Volvo EX30 Cross Country review: It’s great, but I still prefer the original

Despite the ruggedness and effortless driving, it neither falls into the supercar or the off-road category, which is why I would rather just go for the regular EX30

The exterior of the BYD Sealion 6 is not going to turn heads, but it is still stylish enough to admire. Photo: Supplied

BYD Sealion 6: The PHEV that set the revolution in motion

After finally testing it out, it is difficult to argue that other brands possess the same quality and comfort

Sound or silence? The Haval H6 GT PHEV costs more than its petrol counterpart, but consumers save money in the long run

The Haval H6 GT: Petrol or PHEV. Which one should you choose?

The PHEV has an electric range of up to 180km and much lower fuel consumption figures, but it is also priced significantly higher

Leapmotor launched the C10 which includes range extended EV technology.

New-energy or petrol: What is the best form of driving in South Africa?

The rise of more affordable electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles is sure to affect the market share of new-energy vehicles

Electrified: The Mercedes-Benz G580

Not ruined, but evolved: The electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class

Other than its hefty price tag, Mercedes-Benz has led by example, showing how brands can electrify their vehicles without losing their identity

Festive treat: Chery Tiggo 9 strikes a balance between grandeur and poise and is a surprisingly good drive
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Chery Tiggo 9 sets the standard in Chinese class

The top-of-the-range PHEV offers luxury, power and unlimited kilometres, but does it give you the same feeling as the Omoda C9?

Looks count: The BYD Shark (left), like the Ford Ranger (right), eats up the road. But for a head-turner the Shark wins the contest hands down. Photos: Supplied
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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

The iCAUR V23 will be available in South Africa in 2026 and will be a customisable EV off-roader.
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Chinese continue to run riot at Festival of Motoring

While VW announced a few new vehicles, and Tata reintroduced itself, it was the Chinese brands who stole the show

Outgoing Volvo XC60 Recharge leaves me wondering how impressive the facelift will be

We had the chance to test the Volvo XC60 PHEV before the brand introduces the refreshed mode

Bold and brilliant: The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid

At over R1m, the Santa Fe Hybrid Elite AWD isn’t playing in the budget segment, but it’s also not pretending to be

Stylish and practical: The Jaecoo J7 SHS

Jaecoo J7 SHS: Value for money and range for weeks

The plug-in hybrid version of the already impressive J7 is a welcome addition to South Africa’s NEV market and is just the start of the Chinese takeover in the segment

Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Volvo EX 30 Cross Country first impressions: Like an effortless conversation around a bonfire

Volvo has emphasised that this is an extension of the EX30 range but it might just bring you a different experience

Chery sold 2 101 new vehicles in June.

Chinese car sales continue to rise in SA and their new-energy vehicles could be a game changer

Chery and Haval are the top sellers while Omoda and Jaecoo passed 1000 new vehicles sold in June

The Volvo EX90

Volvo EX90 full review: Luxury at its finest, but scary software glitches

From the cabin to the drive, the Volvo EX90 will make you feel like you are on cloud nine, but the car also won’t move if you don’t update the software when needed

Eye-catching: The Omada delivers on all it promises – safety, distance, luxury – and more. Photo: Supplied

Omoda C9 PHEV: Best plug-in hybrid under R1m

The Omoda C9 offers good looks, exceptional elegance, ferocious power and can easily get you more than 1 000km on one tank of fuel

The BYD Seal 7.

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