Major Chinese carmaker building new SUV in South Africa
BAIC will soon start building its new B30 SUV at its R11 billion factory in the Eastern Cape.
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WeBuyCars under siege
The WeBuyCars share price took a beating on Tuesday after a trading update disappointed investors.
A first-of-its-kind bakkie launching in South Africa
Changan South Africa is launching the world’s first range-extending electric vehicle (REEV) Bakkie in South Africa.
China’s largest car company unveils big plans for South Africa
BYD is investing heavily in South Africa’s energy infrastructure, which includes launching 1MW fast-charging stations.
Warning over new mafia hijacking South Africans across the country
South Africans are being warned of a group literally hijacking motorists and forcing them to pay to retrieve their vehicles.
New problem for Chinese car brands in South Africa
The large number of Chinese brands now competing in South Africa could end up being a problem for the brands themselves.
New international car brand launching in South Africa this month
Stellantis South Africa has announced a new electric vehicle brand for South Africa.
New laws make it easier for South Africans to have their driving licence taken away
An expert warns that South Africans must understand that the imminent rollout of the AARTO Act will have major consequences for South African motorists.
Major carmaker cutting back operations in South Africa
American carmaker Ford has scaled back its South African operations, confirming the retrenchment of nearly 500 workers across its plants in Pretoria and Gqeberha.
Hijackers have a new target in South Africa
This model is moving up on hijackers’ list in South Africa, with a case of a group specifically targeting the car, particularly in Gauteng.
Full-scale emergency at top South African airport activated
Airports Company South Africa has activated a full-scale emergency at King Shaka International Airport.
Another international car brand making a comeback in South Africa
Another international Chinese carmaker is making a return to South Africa after exiting more than a decade ago.
Major international car brand expanding in South Africa
Nissan has committed to expanding its operations in South Africa amid a wider global restructuring, and in the face of major difficulties for other carmakers in the country.
Big trouble for Mercedes in South Africa
Premium car brand Mercedes-Benz is mulling options for its South African operations after the US tariffs and tanking of AGOA have hit the auto sector hard.
The new law that could stop people from selling their car in South Africa
The new traffic laws could stop motorists from selling their cars if they have unresolved fines.
Big changes coming for Uber and Bolt in South Africa
The National Land Transport Amendment Act will soon come into operation in South Africa and will bring new regulations into the e-hailing industry.
South Africa named one of the world’s worst countries to drive in
UK-based Compare the Market has named South Africa as one of the worst countries in the world to drive in.
Major Ford safety recall in South Africa – these are the models affected
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has issued a major safety recall for multiple models in the country, but especially Ford Ranger drivers.
Bad news for driving licence cards in South Africa
The procurement of new driving licence printing machines is on hold indefinitely, and South Africans can expect the backlog to continue into next year.
Chinese car brands in South Africa could be in trouble
Chinese car brands in South Africa could be facing a double blow as both local and international pressures threaten their competitive edge.
International car brand making a big return to South Africa
India’s largest automotive company is relaunching in South Africa with four new passenger vehicles.