PEUGEOT 5008 SUV 1.2 PureTech 130 Allure has won the ‘Large SUV’ award at the 2020 What Car? 2020-01-27 What Car?’s team of judges picked the 5008 SUV ahead of key rivals, including the Mazda CX-5 and Audi Q5. The 5008 SUV 1.2 PureTech 130 Allure was praised for its practicality – capable of seating up to seven – and an interior that features the latest connectivity and safety technologies. add_circle_outline
Mercedes-Benz is South Africa’s top-selling luxury car brand in 2019 2020-01-24 Mercedes-Benz closed off 2019 as the top selling premium car brand in South Africa, despite challenging market and economic conditions that saw an overall decline in premium vehicle sales due to pressure on consumers’ disposable income and fragile business and consumer confidence. add_circle_outline
HINO ADDS TO ITS AMAZING DAKAR RECORD WITH 11TH CLASS WIN 2020-01-23 Hino continued to build on its amazing run of success in the gruelling Dakar Rally when its four-wheel drive 500 Series truck finished 10th overall out of an original field of 47 in the first of these gruelling endurance races to be held in Saudi Arabia. add_circle_outline
Nissan brings excitement from the road to the track with LEAF NISMO RC - unleashed for the first time in Europe 2020-01-20 For Nissan the ‘E’ in ‘EV’ also stands for ‘Exciting’, amplifying the fun-to-drive aspect of electric mobility Innovative racer distills the learnings from the top-selling EV with Nissan Motorsport know-how to showcase Nissan’s dual-motor technology add_circle_outline
The best cars at CES 2020 2020-01-16 “Looking at CES 2020, the future is definitely electric, entertaining and unlike anything we could have imagined ten years ago,” says Dixon. add_circle_outline
Meet the top cars from Ford v Ferrari 2020-01-16 Ford v Ferrari opened at the South African box office on the 22nd of November, starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale. It’s based on one of the greatest true stories in motorsports. add_circle_outline
Reinventing the Wheel: Tyre innovations for the future 2020-01-16 Tyres rarely generate as much consumer attention as the cars that they put into motion, but the latest innovations in tyre engineering boggles the mind, says Nunben Dixon, Head of Gumtree Automotive add_circle_outline
ENTRIES OPEN FOR THE 14TH TOYOTA DREAM CAR CONTEST 2020-01-15 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is inviting children, aged 15 and younger, to submit entries in the annual Toyota Dream Car Art Contest. Now in its 14th instalment, the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest encourages children to visualise and sketch mobility solutions of the future as envisaged in their own worlds. add_circle_outline
Volkswagen Group South Africa ends 2019 as the passenger car market leader 2020-01-15 Volkswagen Passenger brand achieved its highest market share since 1996 of 20.4% Audi ended the year with an improved market share of 18.2% Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ full-year market share increased to 5.2% add_circle_outline
Maserati presents the Royale special series: a contemporary homage to the heritage of the Trident Marque 2020-01-15 Only 100 units of this series will be manufactured, available across the full V6 range for Quattroporte, Levante and Ghibli. Available in two unique colours, Blu Royale and Verde Royale, with exclusive interior features. add_circle_outline
Tech and Gadgets’ Upgrade for Land Cruiser 200 VX-R 2020-01-15 The Land Cruiser 200 serves as the flagship of the Land Cruiser range, presenting the ultimate overlanding vehicle, with space, luxury and high-tech driver-support technologies to take you anywhere. add_circle_outline
Jaguar F-PACE SVR - 5 fast facts 2020-01-13 The F-PACE SVR is available in South Africa now with prices starting from R1,552,500 including Jaguar’s standard 5 year/100,000km maintenance plan and warranty. add_circle_outline
CES 2020: Nissan’s twin-motor all-wheel-control technology is a force to be reckoned with 2020-01-13 Nissan is elevating the performance capability of electric vehicles with its new twin-motor all-wheel-control technology called e-4ORCE. The technology provides instant torque to all four wheels to deliver balanced, add_circle_outline
New 1.6-litre three-cylinder turbo engine producing 200kW 2020-01-13 The world premiere of Toyota's rally-inspired GR Yaris has revealed a pure performance car born from Toyota's title-winning experience in the World Rally Championship (WRC). add_circle_outline
REVEALED: Which vehicles achieved the best resale in 2019! 2020-01-13 There were lots of big winners in 2019. In politics, Boris Johnson came up trumps (no pun intended). At the Oscars, Bohemian Rhapsody was the big winner. In motorsport, Lewis Hamilton reigned supreme. add_circle_outline
This is it, this is the year, they all say, when we start buying electric cars. 2020-01-13 The numbers, however, say we’re getting a bit jaded with the whole driving thing – after a 2% dip in 2018, global car sales have dropped by a further 4% to below 80 million units in 2019, and declining demand in China and the US is to blame. In America, it’s the third year-on-year drop in a row. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA SIGNS OFF 2019 WITH A 24.2% MARKET SHARE AND 40 YEARS OF SALES LEADERSHIP 2020-01-09 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) marked the turn of the decade with 40 years of consecutive local market leadership. During this period, Toyota has won two Car of the Year awards, changed its insignia and introduced Lexus as its luxury brand – among other key milestones. add_circle_outline
Brains and Brawn: Rugged New Land Rover Defender showcases world-first dual eSIM connectivity at CES 2020 2020-01-09 2020 Land Rover Defender features world-first dual-modem, dual eSIM design for enhanced connectivity and functionality. Powered by two Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820Am Automotive Platforms, each with an integrated Snapdragon X12 modem add_circle_outline
Jaguar Land Rover acquires all-terrain performance specialist Bowler 2020-01-08 Bowler brings its expertise in all-terrain vehicle dynamics, low-volume production techniques and extreme durability to Jaguar Land Rover Derbyshire-based specialist complements existing SV, Vehicle Personalisation and Classic divisions add_circle_outline
Nissan Group of Africa’s top road safety tips for the festive season 2020-01-06 Of course, your first course of action should be to invest in one of our exceptional vehicles. But these safety tips should keep you safe, no matter what you’re driving or where you’re going – be it the coast or the mall. add_circle_outline
Action vehicles from No Time to Die now on display at Bond in Motion 2020-01-06 Special Effects Supervisor Chris Corbould, Stunt Coordinator Lee Morrison and Stunt Driver Mark Higgins give insight into creating the spectacular stunt sequences in No Time To Die. add_circle_outline
The new Jaguar F-TYPE: Purposeful, beautiful, timeless 2020-01-07 New bonnet with flowing surfaces representing ‘liquid metal’ sculpture enhances visual length and subtly references Jaguar’s sports car heritage Super-slim Pixel LED headlights* add_circle_outline
Jaguar gives I-PACE drivers an on-board product genius - available at the push of a button 2019-12-12 New I-Assistance service allows I-PACE drivers to get the most out of their vehicle by answering questions on demand, Dedicated specialists are available by simply pushing the bCall button in the I-PACE’s overhead console I-Assistance is available for free for all Jaguar I-PACE customers add_circle_outline
How to escape a burning vehicle 2019-12-12 This morning a bus en route to Zimbabwe caught alight. No one was killed in the crash but news reports say there were a few moments of panic as passengers desperately tried to escape the vehicle by climbing through windows. add_circle_outline
From race to road: Jaguar enhances its award-winning I-Pace with knowledge gained from the race track 2019-12-11 Jaguar has taken technical knowledge gained from the I-PACE eTROPHY race series to develop a range-boosting software upgrade for I-PACE customers.Changes to the all-electric model will improve battery performance and deliver up to 20km of additional real-world range on a full charge add_circle_outline
Jaguar and GridCars launch live EV charge station map 2019-12-10 The R30-million Jaguar Powerway investment, combined with the network of GridCars-supported public chargers, makes day-to-day travel as well as longer day trips and even very long journeys possible for owners of electric vehicles. add_circle_outline
Refreshed Nissan Qashqai range with all-new NissanConnect 2.0 Infotainment System 2019-12-10 NissanConnect is an advanced infotainment system which enhances the relationship between you and your vehicle through the seamless and intuitive integration of your smartphone with your Qashqai. add_circle_outline
What sets the Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank – apart from other motoring award programmes? 2019-12-09 When Cars.co.za decided to launch its Consumer Awards in 2015, it had the luxury of starting the programme afresh; unencumbered by industry expectations. add_circle_outline
Volvo XC90 D5 Geartronic AWD Inscription – 6 Seater - Specs 2019-12-09 List price: R 1,131,600 including 15% VAT C02 tax: R 3,668.50 Price as tested: R 1,269,400 including VAT & C02 tax Warranty: 5-year / 100,000 km warranty Maintenance: 5-year / 100,000 km full maintenance plan add_circle_outline
The new Jaguar F-TYPE: Even greater driver reward 2019-12-09 New Jaguar F-TYPE R gains 423kW supercharged V8 for 0-100km/h in just 3.7 seconds and an uprated chassis with new springs, dampers, anti-roll bars, electric power-assisted steering calibration and new wheels and tyres. add_circle_outline
Bakkie of the Year battle is on 2019-12-09 Is Toyota’s sales-topping Hilux really the best, as the numbers suggest? What about the Ford Ranger? The Isuzu D-Max? Let’s not forget the Mitsubishi Triton, the Mercedes-Benx X-Class, Nissan’s Navara, Mahindra’s Pik Up, Toyota’s long-serving but popular Land Cruiser 79 and VW’s Amarok. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA LEADS THE TOKYO 2020 OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY CONVOY 2019-12-05 The Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (Tokyo 2020) recently unveiled the designs that will feature on the vehicles making up the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Torch Relay Convoy. add_circle_outline
The new Mercedes-Benz GLB 2019-12-05 Andalusia. Powerful proportions with short overhangs and offroad-oriented design as well as optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive and a special off-road light which helps detect obstacles in front of the vehicle at low speeds – the new Mercedes-Benz GLB is a versatile compact SUV. add_circle_outline
14-SEATER HIACE RE-INTRODUCED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND 2019-12-05 Following the release of the all-new Quantum in May this year (sporting the new semi-bonnet design), Toyota South Africa has made the decision to re-introduce the 14-seater version of the previous- generation people carrier under the Hiace nameplate. add_circle_outline
TRILOGY FOR TOYOTA IN 2020 COTY FINALISTS 2019-12-05 The stage has been set for the 2020 South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) Car of the Year competition (COTY) with the formal announcement of the finalists. add_circle_outline
New Jaguar F-TYPE makes world premier with a little help from Hot Wheels® 2019-12-05 New Jaguar F-TYPE ready to hit the road after taking unique tour of the Jaguar Design Studio in miniature, camouflaged. add_circle_outline
PEUGEOT CITROËN SOUTH AFRICA OPENS ITS FIRST EVER POP UP STORE IN MENLYN 2019-12-04 Peugeot Citroën South Africa, known for their innovation and experimentation is celebrating their first pop-up retail store launched on November 1st in the Menlyn Maine shopping Mall. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA ON COURSE TO CLAIM 40 YEARS OF CONSECUTIVE SALES LEADERSHIP 2019-12-03 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is on course to claim four decades of industry sales leadership by the end of 2019.While this will be a remarkable feat for TSAM. add_circle_outline
The new Jaguar F-TYPE 2019-12-03 F-TYPE evolves into a purer, more sculpted and assertive expression of the definitive Jaguar sports car Luxurious materials, exacting craftsmanship and beautiful detailing define the driver-focused interior. add_circle_outline
Holiday Heroes set to ensure Jaguar and Land Rover customers are safe this festive season 2019-12-02 Holiday Heroes team ready to keep end-of-year journeys on track with a fleet of emergency vehicles and helicopters Take me home chauffeur services and 24-hour armed security on call Discounted driving courses for customers at Jaguar Land Rover EXPERIENCE Johannesburg add_circle_outline
Castrol develops a bespoke range of lubricants for Jaguar Land Rover 2019-12-02 Castrol and Jaguar Land Rover collaboration demonstrates joint technology leadership with lubricants developed exclusively for Jaguar Land Rover vehicles Castrol EDGE Professional is the only product exclusively recommended by Jaguar Land Rover add_circle_outline
Flood warning issued 2019-12-09 Parts of South Africa have been experiencing continual rainfall for almost a week now. Today warnings have been issued in certain provinces: Gauteng, eastern parts of North West, north-eastern Free State and western Highveld of Mpumalanga. Should you find yourself on the roads encountering heavy rainfall, follow these tips add_circle_outline
Land Rover introduces a value-packed Discovery to South Africa 2019-12-11 The 50 units are based on the popular Discovery SE package which comes standard with LED headlights, rain-sensing wipers, a 10-speaker Enhanced Sound System add_circle_outline
HINO TO ENTER FIRST DAKAR RALLY IN SAUDI ARABIA 2019-11-29 Hino, Japan’s leading truck manufacturer, has entered two, all-wheel drive trucks in the 2020 Dakar Rally, which is the 42nd in the series and will take place in Saudi Arabia for the first time. add_circle_outline