Motoring

Outgoing Toyota Hilux keeps its crown as April’s best-selling bakkie
After a record sales month in March, the Isuzu D-Max slipped back to third place in April behind the Ford Ranger.

Citroën Basalt breath of fresh air among endless supply of SUVs
Crossover sedan is a gem with its peppy powertrain and typical quirky styling.

Toyota’s 55th gift to Hilux in South Africa bids a discreet goodbye
Legend 55 signals the end for the seventh generation or AN110 Hilux, which has been on-sale globally since 2015.

PODCAST: Single turbo Ford Everest takes fight to Toyota Fortuner
Gateway to seven-seater ladder frame SUV range now R128 000 cheaper than before.

Revived FJ wears renowned Toyota Land Cruiser badge with pride
New off-roader even manages to undercut its direct Chinese rival by almost R16 000.

Jetour T2 is the 2026 South African Car of the Year winner
This victory marks a historic milestone. With the brand becoming the first Chinese automotive manufacturer to claim the prestigious title in the competition’s 40-year history.

Chery-owned iCaur out to show niche appeal of EVs isn’t a fluke
New energy brand launches with two EVs, with a range-extending EV or REEV joining either by year-end or in early 2027.

Mitsubishi makes its official: Pajero coming back this year
Seemingly, the Pajero will take the place of the Pajero Sport. However, this remains to be confirmed.

South Africa next? Tata unwraps extensively updated Tiago in India
As Tata only re-entered South Africa last year, for the moment, the facelift Taigo has not yet been approved.

Binder heads to Mugello determined to be part of MotoGP in 2027
South African star will lose his Red Bull KTM seat, but there could be other possibilities.

BYD Dolphin no longer an EV-only as new plug-in hybrid debuts
If approved for South Africa, the Dolphin G DM-i could become the country’s most affordable plug-in hybrid.