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Eyaaz Matwadia is the website editor and leads the motoring section at the Mail & Guardian
As rival political parties trade blame over service delivery failures in Ekurhuleni's Ward 72, the Bakerton Community Police Forum is stepping up to hold whoever wins accountable.
Chery is expanding beyond traditional car manufacturing, using its AiMOGA subsidiary to unveil a diverse lineup of embodied AI humanoid and companion robots for homes, hospitals,…
Chery is set to disrupt South Africa's fiercely contested bakkie market with the Grootman, a potent plug-in hybrid to be assembled at its Rosslyn plant.
Discontinued in 2015, the Freelander nameplate returns as a high-tech Chinese-built hybrid SUV, blending classic British heritage with cutting-edge EV technology through a…
Chery Southern Africa will manufacture the Omoda C4, the Chery Grootman bakkie, and the Jetour T2 at its newly acquired Rosslyn plant in Pretoria starting in 2027.
Formula 1 is returning to Africa after Rwanda sealed a landmark 10-year deal with Liberty Media to host the African Grand Prix, turning a high-stakes sporting event into a…
Formula 1 has confirmed a historic 10-year deal to return to Africa, with Rwanda set to host the African Grand Prix from the early 2030s rather than South Africa's Kyalami.
With inland 95 petrol breaching R30 per litre, choosing the right vehicle is essential. Here is a comprehensive guide to the most fuel-efficient cars across eight primary vehicle…
The new Toyota Land Cruiser FJ delivers rugged retro styling and genuine off-road capability under R800,000, but its underpowered petrol engine and payload limits raise questions.
Defying initial expectations, the new Mitsubishi Destinator emerges as an exceptional 7-seater family SUV with turbocharged punch, clever interior practicality, and superb value.
Tackling the treacherous terrain of Sani Pass, the award-winning Jetour T2 defies expectations and proves its capability as it prepares for local production in South Africa.
With inland fuel prices hovering near R27 per litre, we spent a month living with the updated 195 kW Volkswagen Golf 8.5 GTI to see if South Africa's favourite hot hatch can be…
A week behind the wheel of the Toyota Hilux Double Cab 2.8 GD-6 4x4 Legend reveals how Toyota addressed past cabin critiques and elevated vehicle security, transforming South…
BMW has introduced its revolutionary Neue Klasse iX3 in South Africa. We took the 2026 World Car of the Year along the Western Cape coast to see if a silent, screen-heavy EV can…
An impromptu 1,200km weekend dash from Johannesburg to Durban puts the new Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV to the test, proving that electric refinement and spontaneous road trips can…
As soaring vehicle prices alienate everyday buyers, South Africa's automotive market is splitting at the R500 000 mark, fuelling a surge in used cars, Asian value brands, and…
A family embarks on an electric vehicle road trip from Johannesburg to Durban in an iCAUR 03T, navigating charging infrastructure, range management, and the realities of…
South Africa's new vehicle market experienced a significant surge in July 2026, with sales reaching 57 708 units. Passenger vehicle sales, contributing 40 912 units, marked the…
Last year, I tested the impressive BYD Shark 6, which immediately attempted to dethrone the Ford Ranger Raptor when it arrived in South Africa. I remember too clearly the massive…
In a market dominated by turbocharged engines and complex hybrids, the naturally aspirated Subaru Forester Sport stands out with smooth drivability, unmatched AWD capability, and…
