Motoring

Road trip in South Africa named the best in the world
The Garden Route from Mossel Bay to the Storm’s River Mouth has taken top place in a study of the best road-trips in the world from UK-based Autotrader.

South African ‘national treasure’ on track to make a comeback after 16 years
South Africa’s iconic steam train is closer to returning to the Garden Route tracks after 15 years, with confirmation that the first phase is progressing.

Bad to worse for petrol prices, a new Chery bakkie, and motorists warned about the 20km/h rule
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

South Africa has lost most of its petrol refineries
South Africa’s fuel refinery capacity has collapsed since the start of the decade, making the country more susceptible to global oil shocks.

The Chinese Adventure SUV taking South Africa by storm
Jetour’s newest SUV is among the top 10 best-selling passenger cars in South Africa, less than a year after its launch.

The best way to reach a large South African motoring audience
Digital marketing holds unique power to grow your business and reach new customers.

Top car brands in deep trouble in South Africa
Major car manufacturers are facing growing scrutiny in South Africa over the safety standards of vehicles sold locally.

Chinese auto giants to fund South Africa’s electric car chargers
President Cyril Ramaphosa revealed that Chinese car manufacturers have offered to build South Africa’s national electric car charging network.

Toyota sets a new Hilux record in South Africa
Toyota set a new Hilux record at the 2026 NAMPO Harvest Day in South Africa.

Good news for people with traffic fines in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town is bringing back the traffic fine roadshow this weekend, letting motorists apply for a discount on their outstanding fines.