
What to do in after a car accident in South Africa
Discovery Insure has broken down what South African motorists should do in the event of a car crash.
WEDNESDAY, 10 JUNE 2026, 10:38

Discovery Insure has broken down what South African motorists should do in the event of a car crash.

The luxury carmaker and Chinese firm are in talks about co-manufacturing at the factory in the port city of East London.

South Africans should brace for higher fuel prices following the US and Israel’s attacks on Iran.

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has warned motorists in South Africa that nearly 26,000 Polo Vivos have been recalled.

While the national rollout of the AARTO system is in question, experts warn that speeding fines won’t just disappear.

Super Group is increasingly targeting Chinese and Indian car brands, with new-car sales from these regions doubling in its latest financial results.

Motus Retail is expanding its brand lineup to boost revenue, as the country’s motor industry is reshaped by rising competition from Asia.

This highly popular and discontinued sedan is climbing the list of the cars hijackers are after in South Africa.

Indian automotive giant Tata Motors has rapidly expanded its dealership network and passenger vehicle line-up in South Africa in less than a year.

Lepas is establishing its after-sales network ahead of its launch this quarter, as its parent company, Chery, continues to expand in South Africa.

Security experts have identified the cars in South Africa at high risk of being hijacked in 2026 – including one that was launched only six years ago.

Plans to potentially double import duties could hurt car prices, consumer affordability, and even local manufacturers in South Africa.

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.

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