Major warning signs for Audi, BMW, Merc, and other premium cars in South Africa
Premium manufacturers such as Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volvo are in trouble in South Africa.
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Cheapest car insurance in South Africa: Naked vs Pineapple vs Discovery vs Santam vs Old Mutual and more
South Africans have plenty of short-term insurers to choose from for their car insurance, but one was clearly the cheapest in our comparison.
R3 per litre petrol pain for South Africa
Petrol and diesel price hikes since the start of the year are adding up – and motorists are feeling the pain.
12 of the best-selling cars in South Africa – with pricing
These are the best-selling car brands and models last month in South Africa.
Here are all 21 Chinese cars coming to South Africa in 2024 – so far
21 Chinese cars will make their debut in South Africa before the end of 2024.
Big changes to traffic fines in South Africa coming soon
The AARTO system which introduces things like licence demerits for traffic related offences, is expected to be rolled out across South Africa soon.
South Africa’s vehicle sales take a hit
New data from StatsSA shows that motor trade sales saw a massive year-on-year decline.
Problem for South Africa’s new driving licences
The deadline for the rollout of South Africa’s new drivers licences has quietly come and gone, with no update from government on the new delay.
Maserati and Jeep owner launching R3 billion investment in South Africa
The world’s third-largest automotive manufacturer is making progress on its new R3 billion factory in South Africa.
The best car in South Africa 2024 – including budget, bakkies, premium and more
These are the winners of the 2024 Car of the Year competition across eight categories.
South Africa has barely entered the race
Despite plans on becoming a key player in the industry, sales of electric vehicles in South Africa is lagging severely.
The cars you can afford on the average salary in South Africa right now
These are all the new vehicles that can be bought on the average salary in South Africa right now.
The one thing behind 80% of car crashes in South Africa
A simple mistake that many drivers make is six times more likely to cause a crash than driving drunk.
Big shift for car prices and the used car market in South Africa
Above inflation price hikes coupled with strained purchasing power are shifting consumer behaviour in South Africa’s car markets.
The most expensive province for car licences in South Africa
BusinessTech compared vehicle licence renewal fees across all nine provinces in South Africa.
3 new Chinese SUVs coming to South Africa – what to expect
There are three new Chinese SUVs making their way to South Africa soon – this is what you need to now.
Another new bakkie is coming to South Africa
Another Chinese brand has decided to compete in the highly contested bakkie market in South Africa.
Highway robbery ‘spikes’ in South Africa – latest tactics and hotspots
There has been a notable increase in reported cases of the dangerous ‘spike’ tactic being used by criminals on South Africa’s roads.
Best-selling cars and brands in South Africa right now – with pricing
These are the car brands and vehicles that sold the most units in South Africa in March 2024.
VW investing R4 billion into South African plant – with a new car in the works
Volkswagen is pumping billions into its manufacturing plant in Kariega, with the group set to build a new car for the South African market.
The main reason these cars are hijacked in South Africa
A security expert told BusinessTech the main reason why South Africa’s most hijacked vehicles are targetted.