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South Africa's automotive future: Chinese auto giants insist they here for long haul

South Africa's automotive future: Chinese auto giants insist they here for long haul

By Willem van de Putte | Published Feb 28, 2025

As Chinese automotive brands climb the South African sales charts, we take a look at whether they have their customers, the broader industry and Mzansi at heart.

AI could put car designers out of work within 10 years, Mercedes design boss says

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 27, 2025

Could the rise of AI spell the end for traditional car designers? Mercedes' design chief Gordon Wagener shares his thoughts on the future of automotive design and the role of machine intelligence.

AI could put car designers out of work within 10 years, Mercedes design boss says

AI could put car designers out of work within 10 years, Mercedes design boss says

March Fuel price outlook better than expected, with some relief for diesel customers

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 27, 2025

March Fuel price outlook better than expected, with some relief for diesel customers

Mahindra considering expanding manufacturing presence in South Africa

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 26, 2025

Mahindra considering expanding manufacturing presence in South Africa

From SA to Dubai: disintegrating tar, soft sand, rookie mistakes and yet Ford Ranger Raptor still performs

By Willem van de Putte | Published Feb 24, 2025

From SA to Dubai: disintegrating tar, soft sand, rookie mistakes and yet Ford Ranger Raptor still performs

Local is lekker: BMW showcases its all-new X3 — SA-built, performance-driven, future-ready

By Willem van de Putte | Published Feb 24, 2025

Local is lekker: BMW showcases its all-new X3 — SA-built, performance-driven, future-ready

Are Elon Musk’s political antics contributing to Tesla’s global sales slide

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 21, 2025

Are Elon Musk’s political antics contributing to Tesla’s global sales slide

Mercedes ‘baby’ G-Class confirmed as one of many launches in upcoming ‘product blitz’

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 21, 2025

Mercedes ‘baby’ G-Class confirmed as one of many launches in upcoming ‘product blitz’

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Longyuan and DLO Energy Resource Group join forces to equip youth for SA's green energy future

Longyuan and DLO Energy Resource Group join forces to equip youth for SA's green energy future

Thuli Madonsela: AfriForum struggles with white people being ‘ordinary’ citizens in new South Africa

Thuli Madonsela: AfriForum struggles with white people being ‘ordinary’ citizens in new South Africa

SANDF General's 'Mickey Mouse' comments correct but poorly timed, says Legoete

SANDF General's 'Mickey Mouse' comments correct but poorly timed, says Legoete

Singing through the ages: how vocal groups harmonise history

Singing through the ages: how vocal groups harmonise history

Nissan seeks to shack up with Tesla following failed Honda merger: report

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 21, 2025

Nissan seeks to shack up with Tesla following failed Honda merger: report

Nissan seeks to shack up with Tesla following failed Honda merger: report

Volvo dealers left high and dry, customers uncertain amid major restructure

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 20, 2025

Volvo dealers left high and dry, customers uncertain amid major restructure

Volvo dealers left high and dry, customers uncertain amid major restructure

Japan’s smaller, cheaper Toyota Corolla Axio discontinued after 13 years

By | Published Feb 20, 2025

Japan’s smaller, cheaper Toyota Corolla Axio discontinued after 13 years

Japan’s smaller, cheaper Toyota Corolla Axio discontinued after 13 years

VAT is one thing, but are other tax penalties on the cards for the revised budget?

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 20, 2025

VAT is one thing, but are other tax penalties on the cards for the revised budget?

VAT is one thing, but are other tax penalties on the cards for the revised budget?

Heart of Joy: BMW’s latest electric 3-Series concept previews new dynamic ‘super computer’

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 19, 2025

Heart of Joy: BMW’s latest electric 3-Series concept previews new dynamic ‘super computer’

Heart of Joy: BMW’s latest electric 3-Series concept previews new dynamic ‘super computer’

Audis to become more expensive, in upmarket shift with focus on quality over quantity

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 19, 2025

Audis to become more expensive, in upmarket shift with focus on quality over quantity

Audis to become more expensive, in upmarket shift with focus on quality over quantity

Sorry, South Africa: the ultimate off-road beast, the Ford Bronco Raptor, isn’t coming your way

By Willem van de Putte | Published Feb 18, 2025

Sorry, South Africa: the ultimate off-road beast, the Ford Bronco Raptor, isn’t coming your way

Sorry, South Africa: the ultimate off-road beast, the Ford Bronco Raptor, isn’t coming your way

Finance Minister urged to prioritise electric car incentives and off-grid charging infrastructure

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 18, 2025

Finance Minister urged to prioritise electric car incentives and off-grid charging infrastructure

Finance Minister urged to prioritise electric car incentives and off-grid charging infrastructure

Volkswagen’s new SA-built affordable SUV spied with minimal disguise - meet the Tera!

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 18, 2025

Volkswagen’s new SA-built affordable SUV spied with minimal disguise - meet the Tera!

Volkswagen’s new SA-built affordable SUV spied with minimal disguise - meet the Tera!

South African teen Ruche Moodley to compete in 2025 Moto3 championship

By | Published Feb 17, 2025

South African teen Ruche Moodley to compete in 2025 Moto3 championship

South African teen Ruche Moodley to compete in 2025 Moto3 championship

Volkswagen’s upcoming entry electric car shows off ‘timeless’ styling in new design sketches

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 17, 2025

Volkswagen’s upcoming entry electric car shows off ‘timeless’ styling in new design sketches

Volkswagen’s upcoming entry electric car shows off ‘timeless’ styling in new design sketches

Safer roads and improved fuel economy: why SA needs to update its tyre standards

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 17, 2025

Safer roads and improved fuel economy: why SA needs to update its tyre standards

Safer roads and improved fuel economy: why SA needs to update its tyre standards

Porsche to cut jobs as EV slowdown forces renewed focus on combustion cars

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 14, 2025

Porsche to cut jobs as EV slowdown forces renewed focus on combustion cars

Porsche to cut jobs as EV slowdown forces renewed focus on combustion cars

Relief! SA fuel price hiking cycle may be coming to an end soon

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 14, 2025

Relief! SA fuel price hiking cycle may be coming to an end soon

Relief! SA fuel price hiking cycle may be coming to an end soon

Donald Trump policy uncertainty creating chaos in the auto industry, Ford CEO says

By AFP | Published Feb 13, 2025

Donald Trump policy uncertainty creating chaos in the auto industry, Ford CEO says

Donald Trump policy uncertainty creating chaos in the auto industry, Ford CEO says

Nissan-Honda merger talks officially scrapped - here’s what went wrong

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 13, 2025

Nissan-Honda merger talks officially scrapped - here’s what went wrong

Nissan-Honda merger talks officially scrapped - here’s what went wrong

Alpha bakkie? GWM reveals P500 hybrid with 300kW, 110km electric range

By Jason Woosey | Published Feb 13, 2025

Alpha bakkie? GWM reveals P500 hybrid with 300kW, 110km electric range

Alpha bakkie? GWM reveals P500 hybrid with 300kW, 110km electric range