JLR’s hybrid vehicle retail sales up 29% in H1 FY25 as more clients prepare for electrification 2024-10-31 This builds upon accelerated growth of JLR’s global PHEV sales, which increased 59% year-on-year in FY24 vs. FY23, while new Range Rover PHEV retails nearly doubled over the same period. add_circle_outline
The new Mercedes-AMG GLC Coupé: Stylish design meets sporty driving dynamics 2024-10-22 Two powerful model variants available First SUV coupé with exclusive AMG E PERFORMANCE hybrid technology Electrified AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger AMG RIDE CONTROL chassis with adjustable damping and rear axle steering AMG characteristic design features for the exterior and interior add_circle_outline
PEUGEOT PRESENTS ITS 100% ELECTRIC RANGE DEMONSTRATING ITS COMMITMENT TO TECH INNOVATION FOR SHEER DRIVING PLEASURE 2024-10-16 Its entire electric car range, the most comprehensive of any European mainstream manufacturer The all-new PEUGEOT E-408, unveiled in a World Premiere, completing a range of 12 100% electric vehicles (including 9 passenger vehicles and 3 commercial vehicles) add_circle_outline
ELECTRIC MICROMOBILITY LEADER FOR 4 YEARS IN A ROW, CITROEN REINVENTS THE AMI WITH NEW DESIGN AND BUGGY VISION 2024-10-14 Original, playful, cheeky and – above all – practical, Citroën's Ami couldn't miss the opportunity to celebrate 4 years on the market at the Paris Motor Show 2024. The Ami's presence at the Paris show starts with the Ami Tower: a lighthouse that can be seen from afar, bringing together several emblematic Ami models: Ami Peps, Ami for All, and Ami Rose Festival. add_circle_outline
MORE STYLISH THAN EVER, THE NEW C4 AND C4 X DELIVER DISTINCTIVE COMFORT 2024-10-14 The new C4 becomes the most serene and stylish C4 ever, while the New C4 X reveals a spacious lounge in a sleek fastback. They will arrive in dealerships in early 2025. The appearance of both models has been transformed, combining the boldness of the original concept with increased simplicity and coherence in their design. add_circle_outline
PEUGEOT COMPLETES ITS EV LINE-UP WITH THE NEW PEUGEOT E-408: UNEXPECTED FROM EVERY ANGLE, 100% ELECTRIC 2024-10-03 PEUGEOT completes its EV line-up, with a fully electric version of the PEUGEOT 408, following the launch of the plug-in hybrid version in 2022. The new PEUGEOT E-408 combines the unexpected allure of a fastback silhouette with zero emission efficiency, the thrill of a powerful 157 kW/210 hp motor, and the pleasure of the PEUGEOT electric driving experience, with up to 453 km range. add_circle_outline
The Modena-based company creates an exclusive bespoke model for the Trident’s successors 2024-10-03 Modena, 2 October 2024 – In September, at the Trident's historic headquarters on Viale Ciro Menotti in Modena, Maserati delivered a one-of-a-kind model made exclusively for two very special customers: the MC20 Maserati per Maserati, commissioned by the grandchildren of Ettore Maserati, founder of the Italian brand in 1914 together with his brothers Alfieri and Ernesto. add_circle_outline
CITROEN PRESENTS C5 AIRCROSS CONCEPT: THE PROMISE OF A FAMILY LOUNGE SUV WITH SHARP DESIGN 2024-10-14 In Paris, Citroën is premiering the C5 Aircross Concept: a powerful, characterful vision of its future C-segment SUV. The concept unveils a new design that is muscular and assertive: in a dense and sculpted block, it combines the simplicity of full, generous volumes with the energy of taut styling lines. add_circle_outline
The all-new Mercedes-AMG GLC: Performance SUV in two high-performance versions 2024-10-18 AMG 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with electric exhaust gas turbocharger Additionally available with AMG-specific performance hybrid technology AMG RIDE CONTROL suspension and rear-axle steering as standard add_circle_outline
Maserati GranCabrio Folgore Tignanello takes over the stage at Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille 2024-10-03 Modena, 17 September 2024 – From Thursday 12 to Sunday 15 September, Maserati made its first appearance at Chantilly Arts & Elegance Richard Mille, the prestigious French event that since 2014 has brought together the best of automotive and haute couture in the elegant and historic setting of the Domaine du Château de Chantilly (Oise). add_circle_outline
Maserati debuts at Monaco Yacht Show 2024 2024-09-27 GranCabrio Folgore and the TRIDENTE powerboat are the 100% electric leading lights from the Modena-based company at the event dedicated to maritime luxury. Modena, 26 September 2024 – From 25 to 28 September, Maserati will be in the Principality of Monaco for the first time it is taking part in the Monaco Yacht Show (MYS), one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year for boating and luxury yacht enthusiasts. add_circle_outline
Goodyear ultra-low noise tyres chosen by Audi to equip all-new Q6 e-tron 2024-09-07 Johannesburg, South Africa, September 05, 2024 – Goodyear tyres have been chosen as original equipment (OE) fitments on the brand-new Audi Q6 e-tron, the German automaker’s new fully electric premium SUV. Goodyear developed its range of summer and winter tyres with a specific focus on suiting the characteristics of the Audi electric SUV, incorporating technology that reduces road noise. add_circle_outline
Exciting new JAECOO J6 officially confirmed for South Africa 2024-08-29 Brand O&J – the fast-growing Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques – is rapidly expanding into the global new-energy vehicle space. Equipped with a fully electric powertrain, the rugged new J6 is the next step in this forward-thinking strategy. add_circle_outline
The eSprinter Arrives in South Africa: Leading the Charge in Electric Vans 2024-08-14 The eSprinter is available as a panel van in two body lengths, with two battery size options and a high payload. Available for direct purchase, exclusively through Mercedes-Benz South Africa. add_circle_outline
Maserati delivers Quattroporte Grand Finale and MC20 Iris One-Offs: two masterpieces with unique details, the epitome of Italian 2024-08-14 On Wednesday 31 July in Stresa, in the enchanting setting of Lake Maggiore, two special Maseratis – symbols of the Modena-based company's most exclusive and extraordinary custom-built production – were delivered to a passionate Trident customer in the US, a significant entrepreneur in the biomedical sector. add_circle_outline
Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV: the new benchmark in the all-electric luxury SUV segment 2024-08-14 Maximum luxury and comfort with a cocooning effect in the rear First model in the Mercedes-Benz family with sustainably processed leather Extraordinary driving experience with MAYBACH driving programme and maximum noise comfort. add_circle_outline
Maserati at Monterey Car Week: Celebrating 110 Years of Innovation, Headlined by Global Reveal of All-New MC20-Derived Super Spo 2024-08-07 Modena, Italy – Italian luxury and performance brand Maserati celebrates 110 years of innovation, showcasing its storied past, present, and future across an array of activations during Monterey Car Week 2024. Amongst the highlights set to punctuate the busy week is the global unveil of an all-new MC20-derived super sports car at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, alongside the North American Debut of the freshly revealed MC20 Icona. add_circle_outline
Monterey Car Week 2024: Maserati set for world premiere of new super sports car 2024-08-02 Modena, Italy – On Friday, August 16, in the setting of the traditional and unmistakable “The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering” event in California, Maserati is preparing to unveil its newest creation to the world.Resulting from the Trident's experience on track and dedicated to those who do not wish to sacrifice extraordinary performance on the road, this new car guarantees innovative technological solutions and impressive aerodynamic performance, typical of the fastest and most exciting racing cars. add_circle_outline
Fastest-growing Brand O&J helps Chery crack Fortune Global 500 2024-08-16 As the fastest-growing automotive brand globally, the remarkable performance of Brand O&J – the Chery Group division comprising the OMODA and JAECOO marques – has helped its parent company crack the prestigious 2024 Fortune Global 500 list. add_circle_outline
OMODA celebrates the role of women in automotive this Women’s Month 2024-08-29 OMODA pays tribute to the crucial role that women play in South Africa’s broader automotive space this Women’s Month, while also highlighting the contributions made by the many female individuals involved with the success of the fast-growing brand. add_circle_outline
Alfa Romeo's Italian engineering team reveals secrets of new Junior VELOCE 280 driving dynamics 2024-07-11 DYNAMIC PREVIEW: The iconic Balocco Proving Ground is the venue for the long-awaited dynamic testing (ahead of type approval) of the new Junior in its sportiest version, the 280 CV VELOCE, 100% electric and equipped with specific “made by and for” Alfa Romeo solutions. add_circle_outline
Audi South Africa expands charging network with the addition of 150kW DC rapid public chargers in key national locations 2024-07-11 In collaboration with its strategic partner Rubicon, Audi has added six 150kW DC rapid public chargers to key locations across South Africa These new chargers will be located along the N1, N2 and N3 corridors within easy reach for city dwellers and those motorists travelling longer distances add_circle_outline
SA designers use AI to create unique outfits from Volvo EX30 upholstery 2024-07-04 Volvo Car South Africa is pleased to announce a unique collaboration in which two innovative South African designers employed artificial intelligence (AI) to help create distinctive fashion items using sustainable upholstery sourced from the fully electric Volvo EX30. add_circle_outline
OMODA stuns as official vehicle partner of Hollywoodbets Durban July 2024-07-11 OMODA South Africa showcased its wares as the official vehicle partner of the prestigious Hollywoodbets Durban July in KwaZulu-Natal at the weekend, captivating the event’s glamourous attendees with both its futuristically designed stands and its distinctively styled vehicles. add_circle_outline
MC20 centre stage at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024 2024-07-09 The two MC20 Icona and MC20 Leggenda special series make their debut alongside a fascinating MC20 Cielo Fuoriserie and the legendary MC12 Versione Corse Modena – From 11 to 14 July, Maserati will be there at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed, with a multi-pronged tribute to the super sports car par excellence: the innovative, first-of-its-kind MC20. add_circle_outline
OMODA & JAECOO partner with Absa for vehicle finance 2024-07-09 At the start of June 2024, the fast-growing automotive marques – which are together known as Brand O&J – entered into a vehicle-finance alliance agreement with what is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups. As such, OMODA JAECOO Finance, a product of Absa, was born. add_circle_outline
New EX30 leads Volvo to 46% share of South Africa’s EV market 2024-06-25 Volvo Car South Africa is pleased to report that the new Volvo EX30 is already proving exceptionally popular with local buyers, having accounted for almost a third of total electric vehicle (EV) sales in the country over the first four months of 2024, while also claiming the title of SA’s best-selling electric car. add_circle_outline