
No autonomous cars for South Africa just yet
South Africa may not be ready for self-driving cars.
SUNDAY, 05 APRIL 2026, 11:24

South Africa may not be ready for self-driving cars.

These were the five biggest stories in South Africa’s transport industry this week.

The cost of petrol is expected to skyrocket right before families head out for the Easter holiday.

The government plans to have South Africa’s first bullet train up and running within the next four years.

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The expansion of the Gautrain will involve the expropriation of land and property.

Modern tracking systems offer a wide range of features designed to enhance your personal safety and keep your family protected.

Motorists are preparing for major fuel hikes next week, but some diesel retailers have jumped the gun, substantially raising prices ahead of the official adjustments.

Fuel price data for the end of March indicates South Africans are in for severe petrol and diesel price hikes next week.

The Iran war has led to a significant jump in demand for electric cars.

There is one electric car in South Africa that can be bought for less than R350,000.

Packed programme involves 10 categories and a total of 226 entries.

Transport operators slam early diesel price hikes, accusing filling stations of exploiting consumers ahead of the official fuel adjustment next week.

Recall notice for 582 vehicles involves the battery releasing an unpleasant odour or ‘hissing’ sound into the cabin.

The National Consumer Commission has recalled 582 Ford Transit and Ford Tourneo vehicles that were sold in South Africa between 2021 and 2025.

Ford and the National Consumer Commission have issued a recall for 582 vehicles sold in South Africa.

Only a few years after setting the record for the fastest speed, RC16 is one of the slowest bikes.