Motoring

JMC expanding range with three more bakkies, one a ‘Raptor rival’
Newly relaunched Vigus Pro will come from JMC’s product base, while the off-road focused Dadao will become its flagship in the final quarter of the year.

Good news for petrol prices this February
Motorists can expect a significant reduction in petrol and diesel prices next month.

Nissan closes big chapter in South Africa
Nissan’s 60-year manufacturing presence in South Africa is coming to an end.

Police are coming after these drivers in South Africa
Law enforcement is cracking down on scholar transport vehicles following the tragic crash in Vanderbijlpark.

Big changes for Afrikaans Uber in South Africa
Wanatu has made significant changes to its operating model, reducing the basic salary for drivers while introducing a new incentive programme.

The secret behind Mahindra’s success in South Africa
Mahindra’s impressive 2025 sales figures were boosted by the performance of two of its most-popular models.

Important changes for diesel users in South Africa
SARS is making changes to the system that allows businesses to reclaim tax on their fuel spend in South Africa.

WATCH: Defender Trophy the ultimate extreme in endurance
Despite being lowered in severity for the media, the various tasks tested patience, physicality, brains, teamwork and trust to the limit.

Renault backtracks on electric car plans
Renault is the latest European carmaker to slow down its push for electric vehicles.

Sleepy CVT does not do otherwise impressive MG3 any favours
MG hatchback takes on tough competition in a segment that includes VW Polo and Toyota Starlet.

The cost of buying a used car in South Africa
Most South Africans cannot afford a new car, opting to shop in the used market instead.

Honda Amaze shows why it’s a popular choice for e-hailing services
Honest little sedan offers class-leading boot space of 417 litres.

New special-edition Mercedes-Benz CLA goes on sale in South Africa – Pricing
A new special-edition Mercedes-Benz CLA will soon grace South Africa’s roads.

The best way to secure your vehicle’s cargo
Ensuring your cargo or payload is secured is not only good practice, it is the law.

PODCAST: Chery’s astronomical local growth to continue in 2026
The arrival of first bakkie and acquisition of Nissan plant in Rosslyn will see Chinese carmaker soar even higher.

Mercedes-Benz CLA ‘Night Edition’ now in South Africa
The ‘Night Edition’ comprises a comprehensive suite of high-gloss black elements.

Good news for motorists caught speeding, an airline halts flights to a South African airport, and a new Suzuki SUV
These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.