South Africans driving one of the country’s most popular vehicles are being warned about new crash-test results that raise concerns about its safety.

After nearly 60 years of Nissan production in South Africa, the company has now become a vehicle importer only.

Chery is buying a massive factory in Pretoria from Nissan, with Chinese car brands taking over the South African market.

Automotive giant Motus is facing a legal showdown with one of South Africa’s biggest unions.

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is set to roll out major changes for South Africa’s largest diesel users.

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has announced that the government plans to change South Africa’s drunk driving limit.

Energy expert Roland Tatnall warns that this relatively favourable fuel price environment may not last indefinitely.

As new vehicle sales in South Africa return to pre-pandemic levels, Mahindra has emerged as a fast-riser, selling more cars than many of Europe and Asia’s most established brands.

Riding the bullet train in Japan is a truly world-class experience.

Stellantis South Africa is still trying to recall over 20 cars in South Africa amid a serious safety issue with their airbags.

Over the course of 2025, several new car brands have launched in South Africa, all coming from Asia. 

Discovery Insure has highlighted the increased risk of hijacking in the final months of the year, and has urged motorists to check their trackers.

South African motorists are being urged to stay alert over the busy festive season, as criminals exploit unpaid fines and heightened travel activity to scam and intimidate road users.

South Africa has said goodbye to 28 cars over the past two years, as carmakers reassessed their local lineups and global strategies.

Owning a premium German car in South Africa has become a luxury reserved for the country’s top earners.

South Africans can expect a stronger law-enforcement presence on the roads this festive season, and lawbreakers should expect consequences. 

The Department of Transport and other stakeholders have issued a serious warning about South Africa’s most dangerous routes as millions prepare to take to the roads for the festive season.

Ford, one of the most popular car brands in South Africa, has a much worse media sentiment rating than its main competitors, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Suzuki.

A new list using data from insurance and tracking companies has identified 10 cars targeted by hijackers in South Africa, which include new targets.

This compares the cost of driving vs flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town and Durban over Christmas 2025.

WeBuyCars admitted that well-priced Chinese car brands have impacted its margins, but believes that their presence will have long-term benefits.