TOYOTA TOPS LCV CHARTS IN JANUARY 2020-02-05 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) registered a total of 3 927 sales in the Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) segment – claiming a stake of 40.1% in the category – for the tough month of January. add_circle_outline
With a bakkie you can carry your bicycles in multiple ways 2020-02-05 If you’re a bakkie-driving cyclist, then the sky is almost the limit when it comes to finding a Thule solution for transporting your favourite two-wheeler… add_circle_outline
The Suzuki Swift is one of South Africa’s top-selling passenger vehicles. In January 2020-02-05 Suzuki South Africa has opened its account in 2020 with a new all-time record, selling more cars, commercial vehicles and SUVs through its dealer channel and to fleet customers than ever before. add_circle_outline
KIA Motors unveils Sonet compact SUV concept at Delhi Auto Expo 2020 2020-02-05 Inside, Sonet is made for the young, social, connected, and tech-savvy. The cabin is fitted with a 10,25-inch infotainment and navigation system with UVO Connect, a Bose premium audio system, and an intelligent manual transmission (iMT). add_circle_outline
All-new KIA Sorento to debut in Geneva 2020-02-04 Designed and engineered to take on everything life can throw at it, the fourth generation of KIA Motors Corporation’s flagship global SUV is the latest addition to the brand’s reinvigorated SUV line-up. add_circle_outline
Now built with the new Generation-3 Whipple supercharger, RGMotorsport's Grand Cherokee SRT8 upgrade is even more impressive. 2020-02-03 RGM’s full-house upgrade costs R268 700 including all management hardware and software, and a 76mm stainless steel Techniflow exhaust system with ceramic-coated tubular headers add_circle_outline
Volvo Cars calls on UN delegates to address deep-rooted road safety inequality 2020-02-26 Volvo Cars calls on governments and regulators around the world to address a large inequality in road safety between developed and developing economies. Despite progress made in recent decades, official data shows a significant gap in the number of traffic fatalities between both categories of countries. add_circle_outline
Travelling with pets 2020-02-07 The managing director of MasterDrive, Eugene Herbert, says an example like this emphasises the importance of restraining animals just as you would human travellers. add_circle_outline
NEW PEUGEOT LANDTREK: LIVE BIGGER 2020-02-20 The new PEUGEOT LANDTREK offers record capacity of the body, the advanced modularity, the comfort worthy of a saloon car and its strong design make it a benchmark proposal in the segment. add_circle_outline
Saving on fuel with the new Nissan Micra 2020-01-31 One of these innovations is the delta cylinder head. This world first for a 1.0-litre petrol engine, makes for a more compact and lightweight engine. add_circle_outline
More reasons to Get In. Meet the 2020 KIA Picanto. 2020-01-31 The Picanto START will henceforth only be available with KIA’s trusted, reliable and fuel-efficient 1.0 MPI engine, with a choice of 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission. The three-cylinder engine produces 49 kW at 5 500 r/min and 96 Nm torque. add_circle_outline
New Corolla Quest, Same Great Value 2020-01-31 All models feature auto door-lock with remote operation, electric windows, air-conditioner, steering wheel switches, follow-me-home headlamps, radio/CD with USB, Aux and a minimum of four integrated speakers. add_circle_outline
Upgrade in the business class: The new Audi A6 and S6 Sedan 2020-01-31 The eighth generation of this full-size Sedan brings numerous innovations to the segment - digitalization, comfort and sportiness The elegantly sculptured and multitalented addition to the luxury class add_circle_outline
Autonomous vehicles: The future of mobility 2020-01-29 In addition, AV technology paves the way for more efficient shared transport systems and better functioning public transport systems, which both increase road safety by decreasing traffic volumes. add_circle_outline
Mercedes-Benz South Africa heeds the call for black participation in the automotive supply chain 2020-01-28 Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the global company, Mercedes-Benz AG which is owned by Daimler AG. Established in 1948, MBSA is one of the largest automotive groups in South Africa. add_circle_outline
Maserati Premieres the new Levante Royale Special Series at the Snow Polo World Cup in St. Moritz 2020-01-28 The Snow Polo World Cup Final, of which Maserati is Official Sponsor, took place yesterday: after an exciting game, Team St. Moritz lifted the Trophy, after beating Team Azerbaijan 4 to 1 ½. add_circle_outline
THE NEW PEUGEOT PARTNER – MASTERING THE IMPOSSIBLE 2020-01-28 Why not combine practicality with pleasure, feel that delight every time you drive, why not optimise your time, guarantee your safety and feel sure that your vehicle is rugged enough to withstand any test … this is exactly what new PEUGEOT PARTNER provides to all professional clients in the LCV segment. add_circle_outline
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