Motoring

End of an era: Ford Focus production officially ends
Not sold locally since 2017, the final Focus left the assembly line in Germany on 14 November.

Bling becomes dark as GWM introduces ‘black pack’ to Tank 500
Inclusion of the darkened exterior applique has not resulted in an increase in price.

Power-crazed all-new Porsche Cayenne Electric revealed
With up to 850kW/1 500Nm in the flagship Turbo model, the Cayenne officially becomes the most powerful production road car Porsche has ever made.

Volkswagen Polo local production hits two-million milestone
Latest record brings the number of exported Polos to 1 407 160.

Wraps come off all-new not-for-South Africa Nissan Navara
Known internally as the D27, the first all-new Navara in 11 years will be sold only in Australasia.

Omoda prices streamlined and re-arranged C5 range
Line-up now spans four models instead of the previous six, but with standard forced assistance and still priced below R350 000.

Motorists warned to brace for massive petrol price hike in December
December and the festive season are times for giving, but motorists may need to dig deep into their pockets for fuel.

December launch date penned-in for facelift Renault Captur
Along with the newly launched updated Kiger, the freshened-up Captur will serve as replacement for the non-starting next generation Clio.

Toyota Gazoo Racing gearing-up for Rally-Raid season finale
Deciding round held around Thabazimbi will also determine the outcome of this year’s championship.

Backdraft Racing launches new affordable series for 2026
Backdraft Racing has been successfully competing on circuits in various series across Southern Africa over the past twenty years and…