TOYOTA REVEALS THE MOST POWERFUL RAV4 EVER 2019-11-20 The fifth-generation Toyota RAV4, on the market for barely a year, is going more places than it has ever gone before. The arrival of the first-ever RAV4 TRD Off-Road model was announced earlier this year, and today add_circle_outline
WESTVAAL MOTOR GROUP EXPANDS INTO THE NORTH WEST WITH A NEW CITROËN DEALERSHIP 2019-10-31 This new showroom, part of Westvaal’s expansion of dealerships into the Rustenburg, Polokwane, Somerset West and Nelspruit areas is a significant move for the brand. add_circle_outline
First for Africa: First for Africa: Volkswagen and Siemens launch joint electric mobility pilot project in Rwanda and Siemens la 2019-10-30 Volkswagen and Siemens sign joint development agreement to conduct electric mobility feasibility project, Pilot Project part of Moving Rwanda Initiative,Four e-Golfs and one charging station for the initial phase of the pilot project add_circle_outline
Jaguar designs all-electric race car for Gran Turismo Sport 2019-10-29 Futuristic Jaguar sports car debuts in Gran Turismo Sport during the Gran Turismo World Tour event in Tokyo, The Jaguar Vision Gran Turismo Coupé has been designed and developed from the ground up as a pure, all-electric, all-wheel drive race car for the globally-renowned game add_circle_outline
TOYOTA ANNOUNCES PRODUCTION-READY BATTERY-ELECTRIC VEHICLE 2019-10-28 Toyota has revealed details of a new, production-ready ultra-compact battery-electric vehicle (BEV) ahead of a planned commercial launch in Japan late next year add_circle_outline
Nissan unveils Ariya Concept at Tokyo Motor Show 2019-10-28 Nissan unveiled the Ariya Concept, a crossover EV with twin electric motors, powerful acceleration, award-winning driver assistance technology and a look that signals a complete reinvention of the brand’s design. add_circle_outline
Nissan launches new era in design and performance at Tokyo Motor Show 2019-10-25 The concepts signify Nissan’s direction for its upcoming vehicle lineup and the new possibilities for design and technology that a new EV platform allows. add_circle_outline
As dry, hot weather conditions persist across parts of South Africa 2019-10-24 As dry, hot weather conditions persist across parts of South Africa, the risk of veld fires is increasing exponentially.While some of these may be mild enough to only require a decrease in speed, add_circle_outline
Opportunity to welcoming all Peugeot clients to Peugeot Westvaal 2019-10-24 October 1st 2019 marked the start of an exciting new chapter in Klerksdorp when the Westvaal Motor Group opened the doors of the latest addition to their stable - Westvaal Peugeot. add_circle_outline
Lexus will unveil its first full-electric production vehicle next month 2019-10-24 Making its world debut at the Tokyo Motor Show, the Lexus LF-30 Electrified concept points to upcoming battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) that deliver a fundamental leap in performance, handling, control and driver enjoyment. add_circle_outline
Self-driving Prototype Jaguar I-PACE hits the roads for the first time in Dubai 2019-10-23 Self-driving prototype Jaguar I-PACE was showcased at Dubai World Congress for Self-Driving Transport, Jaguar I-PACE, 2019 World Car of the Year and World Green Car of the Year, was chosen due to its strong sustainability credentials add_circle_outline
Volvo announces one year of free electricity with plug-in hybrids 2019-10-21 Volvo Cars has announced a ground-breaking global incentive scheme, branded the Recharge campaign, whereby the buyers of all new hybrid plug-ins will receive a full refund for all electricity used in the first year of ownership. add_circle_outline
Jaguar celebrates 60th anniversary of legendary MK 2 sports sedan with unique Rankin photograph 2019-10-21 Rooms by Rankin’ is a series of specially commissioned photographs to celebrate the design of the XF, XE and the legendary Mk 2 sports sedan, Jaguar Mk 2 was launched in 1959 at the Earls Court Motor Show with a graceful design that epitomised the era add_circle_outline
Jaguar I-PACE is the first all-electric Nürburgring Race eTaxi 2019-10-16 All-electric I-PACE is 2019 World Car of the Year, European Car of the Year and German Car of the Year, State-of-the-art 90kWh lithium-ion battery delivers 0-100km/h in 4.8sec with range of up to 470km add_circle_outline
NEW CITROËN C3 AIRCROSS COMPACT SUV: CITROËN REINFORCES ITS INTERNATIONAL SUV OFFENSIVE 2019-10-15 Its unique body styling and its generous form lends it a powerful and fresh attitude, Inspired by customers’ expectations, this “people-minded “ SUV features unrivalled spaciousness and modular design. add_circle_outline
New Citroën C3 offers a delightfully offbeat take on in-car living. 2019-10-15 With the arrival of New C3 there’s a wind of change blowing through the motoring scene. The versatile little hatchback sets a style of its own, standing out from the crowd with its perky, colourful, appealing personality. add_circle_outline
CITROËN REVEALS ITS NEW FLAGSHIP C5 AIRCROSS SUV 2019-10-15 Citroën has revealed its flagship New C5 Aircross SUV as the brand continues its international SUV offensive. With its classical SUV-shape, large 720mm diameter wheels, its robust and muscular design and its raised ground clearance of 230mm. add_circle_outline
Range Rover Velar SVAutobiography Dynamic Edition now in South Africa 2019-10-14 Features a 405kW 5.0-litre supercharged V8 petrol engine and beautifully crafted interior and exterior enhancements, Velar SVAutobiography Dynamic Edition is priced from R1,743,325 add_circle_outline
The Avanza’s combination of 7-seater capacity 2019-10-14 The Toyota Avanza has been truly embraced by the South African public since the first generation was introduced in 2010. The current model achieves an Average Monthly Volume of around 440 units – making it a formidable player in both the MPV segment and Toyota’s passenger-car line-up. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA TO UNVEIL 2nd GENERATION MIRAI CONCEPT 2019-10-11 Toyota will take advanced zero-emission fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technology to new heights when it previews the second-generation Mirai at this month's Tokyo Motor Show. add_circle_outline
Volkswagen Group South Africa makes significant gains in market share 2019-10-09 Johannesburg – Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) showed a solid performance in the South African passenger car market from January to September with a market share of 23.2%. add_circle_outline
Mercedes-Benz Trucks further prioritises safety during National Transport Month 2019-10-09 TSHWANE - In 2005 the South African government declared October as National Transport Month in order to raise awareness on the crucial role the industry plays in the economy. add_circle_outline
The new Mercedes-Benz GLC: SUV and Coupé 2019-10-09 Modernity, strength and versatility: This is what the design of the GLC and GLC Coupé stands for. The design idiom of the GLC follows the design philosophy of sensual purity and illustrates the carefully considered interplay of aesthetics. add_circle_outline
New A-Class 200 and 250 Sedan – Just Like You. 2019-10-08 The family of compact cars from Mercedes-Benz continues to grow with the launch of the A-Class Sedan. A four-door sedan car that is based on the hugely popular A-Class hatchback that was first introduced in 2013, and more recently awarded Car of the Year in South Africa in 2019. add_circle_outline
Which affordable sedan offers the best resale value? 2019-10-08 Sedans aren’t quite as popular as they used to be, with many motorists opting for sports utility vehicles (SUVs) instead. Having said this, fairly affordable sedans such as the Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Suzuki Ciaz and Volkswagen Polo haven’t quite lost their lustre. But which of these sedans boasts the best resale value? add_circle_outline
TOP FIVE PRE-OWNED MID-RANGE SUVs ON THE MARKET 2019-10-08 The SUV market continues to boom in South Africa. Great urban handling with room for the family plus enough off-road ability to cope with rough city streets or a hint of adventure – that’s the mix that appeals. add_circle_outline
Charging infrastructure rollout nationwide in Africa’s Electric Vehicle Road Trip (EVRT) 2019-10-07 As part of the cooperation agreement, Nissan is responsible for the sale of V2G compatible electric vehicles, to accelerate the deployment of EV, which is the base from which we need to begin to increase autonomous drive-ready conditions. add_circle_outline
SOUTH AFRICA’S BEST PRE-OWNED MEDIUM SIZED LUXURY SALOONS UNDER R475k 2019-10-07 The luxury saloon market is very competitive in South Africa with plenty of good options for buyers. But it can be expensive to upgrade into a comfortable ride for your family unless you shop smart and buy the right vehicle pre-owned. add_circle_outline
The finalists: 2019/20 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards, powered by WesBank 2019-10-04 The 39 finalists (3 in each of 13 categories) of the 2019/20 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank have been announced. They were selected out of 65 vehicles that Cars.co.za’s extended editorial team agreed were the best derivatives available in the South African new passenger vehicle market on 1 September 2019. add_circle_outline
Future skills in the tyre manufacturing industry 2019-10-03 Corporate executives and those on the shop floor will have to skill up as the industry realigns itself to the Digital Age. add_circle_outline
THE USED CAR MARKET IS THE PLACE TO BE RIGHT NOW …. IF YOU’RE A BUYER 2019-10-03 The South African used car market is offering extraordinary value for buyers at the moment. The latest data from Transunion shows that previously owned vehicle price increases went from 2.5% in the first quarter of 2019 to only 1% in Q2. add_circle_outline
Get into the SUV game with these Top Five pre-owned buys under R330k 2019-10-02 SUVs have been the fastest growing segment in the SA car market for several years now and they remain exceptionally popular with families. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA TOPS SALES IN LIGHT AND MEDIUM COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SEGMENTS 2019-10-02 There was a commendable sales showing by the truck division too – with both the Hino 300 Series (156) and 500 Series (99) producing segment-leading sales in MCV and HCV categories, respectively. add_circle_outline
STARTING OUT ON THE ROAD – THE BEST VALUE USED CARS FOR LESS THAN R14OK 2019-10-02 If you’re looking for student wheels or a city runaround, here are your five best previously owned buys for under R140k. They’re all finalists in this category for the 2019 Gumtree Autos Pre-Owned Awards add_circle_outline
LOOKING FOR A GREAT VALUE MOM’S TAXI? HERE ARE THE FIVE BEST USED CAR BUYS 2019-10-02 At a pinch, almost any car will do for a school run (and for all the other parenting chores) but there are some vehicles which are definitely more suited to being a Mom’s Taxi. add_circle_outline
It first launched updated versions of the Baleno 2019-10-01 Hatchback buyers looking to stretch their legs and their budgets, can now pop in to their nearest Suzuki dealership to test drive the refreshed Suzuki Baleno. add_circle_outline
Best of British: Jaguar and photographer Rankin collaborate to create stunning new art 2019-10-16 ‘Rooms by Rankin’ – internationally renowned fashion and style photographer Rankin designs and builds bespoke studio sets for one-off project,Bold creative direction brings Jaguar’s sports saloon design and pedigree to life in a modern and visually immersive way add_circle_outline
Pre-series autonomous driving ready XC90 has rolled off production line 2019-10-01 Volvo Cars’ first autonomous drive (AD) ready car has entered the next stage of pre-series production at Volvo’s manufacturing plant in Torslanda, Sweden ahead of full production start later this year. The AD-ready XC90 SUV add_circle_outline
Smart mobility conference with Nissan 2019-10-01 ROSSLYN, South Africa (October 1, 2019) Nissan will participate in the Department of Transport’s Smarter Mobility Conference being held in Gauteng over October 1-2. add_circle_outline
The new Mercedes-Benz CLA - State of Art of Being 2019-10-08 The new Mercedes-Benz CLA is not only the most emotional vehicle in its class, it is also highly intelligent: From MBUX Interior Assist, which recognises operational demands from gestures and equips the interior with intelligence. add_circle_outline
Maserati announces plans for all-new models to be developed, electrified and produced in Italy 2019-10-01 n line with FCA’s €5 billion investment program for Italy, Maserati announces its innovation plan for production, electrification and autonomous driving technologies. add_circle_outline
Could this be SA’s biggest Datsun fan? 2019-10-01 ROSSLYN, SOUTH AFRICA (30 September 2019) Over the course of its almost 90-year history, Datsun has produced some of the most sought-after classic whips and amassed an almost cult-like following in the process. add_circle_outline
Since 1974 – further establishing Land Cruiser as the Master of Africa. 2019-10-21 The rugged construction and Toyota’s commitment to QDR has produced a vehicle that has empowered customers around the world to conquer any terrain that presents itself add_circle_outline
TOYOTA AND SUBARU AGREE ON NEW BUSINESS AND CAPITAL ALLIANCE 2019-10-01 Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) and Subaru Corporation (Subaru) have agreed on a new business and capital alliance with the aim of further developing and strengthening their long-term partnership. add_circle_outline