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Thursday, May 22, 2025

Cars from China and India now booming on the used market as affordability reigns supreme

As consumers become increasingly cash-strapped and contend with the ever-increasing cost of living, many are abandoning established brands in favour of value-centric offerings.

Motoring Industry News
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Safety upgrades make world of difference for off-road racer living with disability

Due to his condition, Jarrod Blackman faced some significant safety concerns when competing in the KZN Regional Championship recently.

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Variawa, Wolk share SA Touring Car wins at Zwartkops as Mogotsi takes historic SupaCup title

A red-flag fest is how you could best describe the 2024 South African Touring Cars (SATC) finale at the Zwartkops Extreme Festival in Pretoria on Saturday.

Motoring Motorsport
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Karting opens up whole new world for neurodiverse teen

Parents have commented how the sport definitely improves focus and confidence and gives the child a break from some of the struggles they deal with.

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Festival of Motoring at Kyalami promises to be a celebration of car culture

Festival attendees can expect a glut of activities, from innovative displays to track and 4x4 drives, exciting motorsport displays and simulator competitions.

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Porsche 911 Turbo 50 Years edition celebrates its heritage in style for a cool R5. 9m

The new Porsche 911 Turbo 50 Years anniversary model is packed with historical nods inside and out.

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DRIVEN: New Toyota Prado continues the Land Cruiser tradition in style

The latest Toyota Prado has gone back to its roots with design cues harking back to earlier Land Cruisers. But how capable is it? We spent some time with the new model in Mozambique.

Motoring Launches
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Watch VideoExport cars damaged in severe weather off the coast of Gqeberha

South African vehicles destined for export markets were damaged when the vessel that was transporting them was hit by severe weather conditions.

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Watch VideoThemba Robin joins ‘All Things Motoring’ TV show as it enters seventh season

The weekly car show All Things Motoring, which broadcasts on DSTV’s Ignition channel as well as YouTube is known for doing things a little differently.

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Why traditional instrument clusters could become a thing of the past

The EV era is revolutionising the way cars are designed, both inside and out. And this often means doing away with traditional dashboard components.

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WATCH: The all-new Mercedes E-Class set for SA launch in May

Hot on the heels of the all-new BMW 5 Series that launched in February, Mercedes-Benz SA is preparing to unleash its new-generation E-Class sedan.

Motoring Launches
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Exploring New Paths with the Ford Territory

Shortly after the introduction of the Ford Puma the Silverton-based manufacturer has announced a mid-sized SUV in their stable in the form of the Ford Territory.

Pretoria News Lifestyle
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Exploring New Paths with the Ford Territory

Shortly after the introduction of the Ford Puma the Silverton-based manufacturer has announced a mid-sized SUV in their stable in the form of the Ford Territory.

The Star Lifestyle
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These are SA’s most popular used vehicles by fuel-type

Motorists have never been so spoilt for choice when it comes to their vehicle’s propulsion system.

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What motorists should do when caught in strong winds

Strong gusts of wind can catch you by surprise. It is vital to ensure that you are driving defensively for the entire trip, an advanced driving expert urges.

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Peak times and other useful advice: how to stay safe on the roads this Easter

Last year saw a tragic 225 fatalities over Easter, an increase of almost 40% versus 2022. Driving to survive has never been so important.

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‘Extreme’ new Defender OCTA teased with twin-turbo V8

The most powerful and luxurious Defender ever will also usher in an innovative new all-terrain system.

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Toyota Hilux and Fortuner ‘48V’ mild hybrid models hit SA

The Toyota Hilux and Fortuner are taking their first steps toward electrification with the release of the new 48V mild hybrid models.

Motoring Launches
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Ineos Grenadier Chassis Cab announced for those seeking a rugged blank canvas

Ineos says the Quartermaster Chassis Cab will take the company’s off-road expertise into many commercial areas that need a capable 4x4.

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Next BMW M3 to be offered in ICE and EV versions, on different platforms: report

Though many had feared that the BMW M3 would go all-electric, the latest rumours suggest the M division will be hedging its bets in both ways.

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Stunning Jaguar C-X75 concept car becomes one-off road legal reality

The Jaguar C-X75 was a gorgeous and innovative concept car that came close to being a production reality on more than one occasion.

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New Ford EcoSport? This leaked patent could be very good news for Ford South Africa

A new EcoSport could be just what Ford needs to properly reignite its passenger car flame in South Africa once and for all.

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Giving hope to SA’s youth: Ford deepens Rally to Read commitment in Pretoria

There is a lot more to the Rally to Read initiative than just dropping off books at schools and forgetting about them.

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Wanna create Hot Wheels? Iconic model car brand launches design contest

The winning design will become an actual Hot Wheels model car, available for sale across the world.

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Eight really cool cars we’re in love with this Valentine’s Day

On the unofficially official day of love, we found ourselves reflection on the cars we’ve experienced in the last year that had a lasting impact on us.

Motoring Industry News
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