2024 SA Car of the Year Finalists Show Mettle Over Rigorous Test Day 2024-04-11 Jurors rise to the challenge of determining the best-performing cars in 2024 and overall Car of the Year Testing days a resounding success, with no serious mechanical malfunctions or incidents Road safety initiatives form key part of journey to 2024 Car of the Year Final results to be tallied and audited, with the announcement of the overall winner and category winners set for May Public encouraged to cast their vote in the Motor Enthusiast competition add_circle_outline
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is the 2024 World Performance Car 2024-04-01 This is the Hyundai IONIQ 5 lineup’s fourth major World Car Awards win in the last three years. Today’s victory solidifies IONIQ 5 N’s position as a frontrunner in the market as it continues to outpace EV rivals with its outstanding high-performance technology. add_circle_outline
The best car in the world Kia EV9 secures double win at 2024 World Car Awards 2024-04-05 The Kia EV9’s continued success will drive us to keep delivering exceptional vehicles that redefine the driving experience for customers around the world,” Ho Sung Song, President and CEO at Kia said. Two wins in the World Car Awards add to an already impressive haul of accolades for the Kia EV9. add_circle_outline
Kia EV9 continues its winning streak as the 2024 UK Car of the Year and supreme winner of the 2024 Women’s Worldwide Car of the 2024-03-14 Kia EV9 also voted ‘World’s Best Car for 2024’ in the WWCOTY awards after rigorous evaluations by 75 women motoring journalists from 52 countries add_circle_outline
Hyundai IONIQ 5 N finalist for World Performance Car award 2024-03-05 The World Car Awards announced the Top Three in each category for this year’s competition at a ceremony during the Geneva International Motor Show. The World Car Awards is an annual event that involves more than 100 international jurors as they test-drive and vote on a field of eligible vehicles. add_circle_outline
Toyota/Lexus Scores Big at Cars.co.za Consumer Awards 2024-03-05 Toyota and its luxury arm Lexus amassed an impressive score of 88.3%, convincingly walking away with the #CarsAwards Brand of the Year trophy. Corolla Cross wins the Compact Family Car category GR Yaris wins the Performance Car category add_circle_outline
The Best of the Best: Kia Sportage named ‘Family Car of the Year’ at the 2024 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards 2024-03-05 5th generation Kia Sportage comes out top in the ‘Family Car’ category of the 2024 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards Highest score across all 39 finalists in this year’s awards First Korean car to win an award in the history of the competition add_circle_outline
Kia EV9 selected as ‘Top Three in the World’ in twin 2024 World Car Awards categories 2024-02-28 Kia EV9 named as a Top Three in the World finalist for World Car of the Year and World Electric Vehicle titles World Car Awards winners to be crowned at New York International Auto Show on 27 March 2024 add_circle_outline
Citroën C3 in the race for SA Car of the Year 2024-02-15 Midrand, February 2024 – The Citroën C3 has been named one of the 18 finalists to vie for the prestigious Old Mutual Insure 2024 Car of the Year (COTY) title. The 38th running of the South African COTY competition recognises excellence in new vehicles launched to the local market and is judged by a professional jury of some of the best motoring media in the country. add_circle_outline
LEXUS AT INVESTEC CAPE TOWN ART FAIR (16 – 18 FEBRUARY 2024) 2024-02-15 Lexus aims to challenge conventional perceptions of beauty and inspire viewers to find art in the everyday. As the official vehicle partner of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, VIP guests will arrive at the event in style and comfort. add_circle_outline
How to convince your parents to buy you a Suzuki 2024-02-11 Suzuki has built a loyal following around the world, and especially in South Africa, thanks to its unique brand character and fantastic vehicles. You don’t just buy a Suzuki - you become part of the Suzuki family. add_circle_outline
Abarth 500e enters the finalists at the 2024 World Car Awards 2024-02-09 The Abarth 500e has successfully entered the top 5 finalists in the World Urban Car category at the 2024 World Car Awards. The vehicle garnered significant attention from the jurors, who selected this electric hot hatch as one of the finalists. add_circle_outline
Classic cars from all over South Africa heading for the George Old Car Show on February 10 and 11, 2024 2024-01-19 Pristine classic cars from all corners of the country will be streaming into George in the second weekend of February in 2024 for the 27th rendition of the George Old Car Show. Upwards of 1 000 classic cars are expected for this highly-rated motorised festival. add_circle_outline
MORE IS MORE IN THE REFRESHED POCKET-ROCKET GR YARIS 2024-01-16 Previously only available with a six-speed intelligent manual transmission, the GR Yaris now offers broader appeal for driving enthusiasts with the introduction of the automatic option which has been developed through hardcore use in professional motorsport. add_circle_outline
2024: Honda FIT Facelift 2024-01-24 Refreshed exterior styling creates a sportier appearance, with interior revisions offering a more premium feel Honda SENSING™ (Advanced Driver Assistance System) is now standard equipment on all Honda FIT derivatives FIT Comfort & Elegance variants receive enhanced specification levels add_circle_outline
Ford adds the Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to its Passenger Vehicle Line-up 2023-11-29 Puma’s local launch builds on the great success of the model in Europe. The Puma’s availability will capitalize on the rapid growth of the SUV segment, and compact crossovers in particular. Evocative styling matched to exceptional practicality and advanced technologies. Puma is available in two specifications: sporty Titanium and stylish ST-Line Vignale add_circle_outline
Suzuki Unveils Exciting Future at Tokyo Exhibit 2023-11-07 Suzuki shines at the Japan Mobility Show! Check out the stylish Suzuki Swift Concept and the eVX Concept, a compact SUV with a 500 km electric range. Suzuki's future is electric with plans for six EV ranges by 2030. Stay tuned for more updates! add_circle_outline
CarsAwards heads for Gerotek – and Mall of Africa 2023-11-01 It’s a big week for the Cars.co.za Consumer Awards, with 39 finalist vehicles in 13 categories of the 2023/24 programme – as well as 20 judges – heading for the Gerotek testing facility to complete two days of back-to-back, real-world testing. Furthermore, the 39 contenders (and some of the judges) will appear at the Mall of Africa in Johannesburg this weekend! add_circle_outline
Ford Set to Add Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to SA Line-up 2023-11-29 Puma destined for South Africa in fourth quarter of 2023, building on great success in Europe. Will capitalize on rapid growth of SUV segment, and compact crossovers in particular Evocative styling matched to exceptional practicality and advanced technologies add_circle_outline
Finalists announced for the 2023/24 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards 2023-10-15 Leading online motoring portal Cars.co.za is proud to announce the 39 finalists of the 2023/24 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – South Africa’s most comprehensive and authoritative motoring awards programme. add_circle_outline
Updated: More Style and Bang for Buck in Toyota Vitz 2023-09-27 Toyota South Africa Motors has expanded its Toyota Vitz line-up, and it now includes a stylish model called X-Cite. The X-Cite offers South African buyers the option of an affordable, yet stylish and attractive model. Featuring orange trim throughout, the X- Cite is more likely to appeal to the bold and the daring. add_circle_outline
Cars.co.za announces the 65 semi-finalists across the 13 categories of its Consumer Awards 2023-09-14 The return of South Africa’s most definitive motoring awards programme – the Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – was recently announced. The first phase, in which five semi-finalists were selected in each of 13 vehicle categories, is now complete. Herewith the 65 semi-finalists of the 2023/24 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards. add_circle_outline
Navigating Urban Roads with Ease: The S-Presso 1.0 GL AMT 2023-09-12 The first thing that strikes you about the Suzuki S-Presso is its compact dimensions. Perfectly tailored for the urban jungle, its size ensures that navigating through congested streets and slipping into tight parking spaces becomes a breeze. The S-Presso's compactness translates to remarkable agility, making U-turns and negotiating sharp corners effortless. Manoeuvring through the city's twists and turns becomes second nature, giving you the confidence to tackle any urban driving challenge. add_circle_outline
Kia EV9 wins Luxury category in German Car of the Year 2024 Awards 2023-09-01 All features and product specifications mentioned in this release is applicable to a variety of global markets, and availability of any mentioned features may vary depending on the region and country. EV9 chosen as winner by a panel of 27 trade journalists from a pool of nine competing models add_circle_outline
One year of Range Rover House: Range Rover returns to exclusive modern luxury location in Monterey with limited 2024 Range Rover 2023-08-22 Following its debut in Carmel, California, in 2022, a total of 15 Range Rover House events have opened their doors by invitation only, for anything from a few days to a few weeks. Destinations have included a private residence with stunning views of the Sydney harbour, and the heart of London’s vibrant Mayfair. add_circle_outline
Ford Ranger the First Bakkie to Win South Africa Car of the Year Competition 2023-06-20 Next-Gen Ranger impresses jury members with its technology, powertrain, and refinement Ranger is locally manufactured and exported to over 100 markets globally add_circle_outline
KINTO SA ANNOUNCES SPECIAL INTRODUCTORY OFFERS ON VITZ 2023-06-06 With the kickoff of its “Start Your Impossible” campaign in November 2017, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) put the world on notice that it had evolved from being an automotive company to being a mobility company. add_circle_outline