
Petrol price in the crosshairs in South Africa
The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is reviewing South Africa’s fuel price formula to reduce costs for motorists.
SATURDAY, 11 APRIL 2026, 20:51

The Department of Mineral and Petroleum Resources is reviewing South Africa’s fuel price formula to reduce costs for motorists.

Combination of electric motors and battery will soon be detailed for South Africa, along with pricing.

Brent crude prices are experiencing significant volatility following a ‘fragile’ two-week ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran.

The highly anticipated Kia Tasman bakkie has officially landed in South Africa.

Unlike the electric Ora 03, the 05 will have a combustion engine option, though, it remains to be seen whether it will be hybridised or not.

VW has achieved a significant milestone at its Polo factory in South Africa as it prepares to add a new SUV to the production line.

BYD has set its sights firmly on the premium and luxury car segment.

South Africans looking to escape rising petrol prices may look to electric cars as the solution.

GWM has expanded its electrified line-up in South Africa with the launch of the new HAVAL H6 PHEV, a plug-in hybrid SUV that combines electric efficiency, long-distance usability, and intelligent all-wheel-drive performance in a premium family package.

Kia’s first controversially styled bakkie has finally arrived in South Africa after a prolonged market delay.

The third Night Edition model possibly signals the final encore for the current generation A-Class.

TopAuto recently spoke with Mahindra South Africa’s CEO to learn about the carmaker’s ambitious plans for our market.

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the A-Class Night Edition in South Africa.

JS9 will use the T9’s ladder-frame chassis and 2.0-litre CTI turbodiesel engine.

Engen has imposed a surcharge on petrol and diesel sales for certain customers in South Africa.

Omoda has officially launched the new C5 SHS in South Africa, a hybrid crossover that can travel 1,000km on a single tank.

In May, electric hatchback will only cost one third to ‘fill’ compared to a petrol derivative.

The all-new Geely EX2 is expected to arrive in South Africa later this month.