Motoring

Bad news for petrol prices in South Africa
The price of petrol and diesel is set to go up next month.

Toyota unveils new RAV4 for South Africa – What to expect
Toyota has lifted the covers off three variants of the hotly anticipated RAV4.

New “luxury Toyota” launching in South Africa very soon – Pricing revealed
Toyota’s luxury brand, Lexus, is gearing up to launch a first-of-its-kind SUV in South Africa.

Leapmotor becomes latest Chinese brand keen on making a bakkie
Stellantis-backed marque has, for the moment, not confirmed an official product likely aimed at the BYD Shark yet.

Toyota’s first electric cars coming to South Africa – What to expect
Toyota and Lexus have unveiled their 2026 product lineup for South Africa, including their first electric cars.

WATCH: The Citizen gets green light to go rallying with Toyota Gazoo Racing
Mark Jones will be piloting a Toyota GR Yaris in NRC as part of GR Cup Rally Challenge 2026.

South Africa’s used car boom
Pre-owned cars are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa.

Big changes for traffic fines in South Africa
The Department of Transport has issued a tender to outsource the operation of South Africa’s new driving laws.

Made-in-South-Africa Volkswagen Polo production turns 30
At the end of 2025, over two million Polo have left the factory gates after three decades and four generations.

Toyota’s plan to rescue South Africa’s car industry
Toyota South Africa has outlined its plans for 2026 and beyond.

Hijackers are targeting this discontinued bakkie in South Africa
Hijackers are looking for two discontinued cars in South Africa, including a small bakkie.

New limited-edition Mitsubishi launched in South Africa – Pricing and features
Mitsubishi has launched a new model for the Outlander SUV in South Africa, which is being limited to just a handful of units.

Mitsubishi celebrates Outlander’s 25th by pricing limited Edition 25
Mitsubishi Motors South Africa has approved 10 units for the local markets.

New Chinese car brand lands in South Africa
The first batch of Lepas L4 models has arrived in South Africa.

Honda Elevate – The compact SUV with big personality
The Honda Elevate combines comfort and functionality at an affordable price – making it a standout option in South Africa’s competitive SUV market.

Lepas launching soon as first batch of L4s arrive in South Africa
Lepas will be positioned above Chery, but, seemingly, below Omoda. It will, however, have its own dealer network separate from Chery.