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Ford South Africa reveals the 2025 NWM Rally-Raid Championship Ranger: performance meets innovation

Ford South Africa has launched the new Neil Woolridge Motorsport Rally-Raid Championship Ranger for the 2025 season, renewing its partnership with Castrol EDGE and introducing new teams and sponsors

Motoring Motorsport
Willem van de Putte|Published

From workhorse to tech marvel: the Ford Ranger Wildtrak Supercab Bakkie excels in every aspect

Discover how the Ford Ranger Wildtrak Supercab bakkie excels as a versatile workhorse, blending modern technology with impressive performance for everyday tasks

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Long-term review: Recounting six months with the Ford Territory Titanium

After six months of driving the Ford Territory Titanium, we share our insights on its comfort levels, practicality, performance and economy.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

Ford's Silverton plant in South Africa exclusively makes Ranger hybrid bakkies for global markets

Ford's Silverton Manufacturing Plant in South Africa has begun full-scale production of the new Ranger Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), marking a significant step in the company's sustainability journey. As the exclusive global production hub for this model, the upgraded facility will supply international markets while showcasing Ford's commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing

Motoring Industry News
Colin Windell|Published

Ford Ranger bakkie: still the king in SA's used car market

South Africa's used car market demonstrates resilience with a 0. 8% year-on-year increase in February 2025, while the Ford Ranger maintains its market dominance.

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

The Ford Ranger Wildtrak and why bakkies rule in South Africa

Discover why the Ford Ranger Wildtrak Supercab is a top choice among South African bakkies, combining comfort, utility, and advanced features.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Our Ford Territory long-termer takes the stress out of driving in the rain

Having lived with our long-term Territory for five months, there are many things we’ve grown to appreciate about this SUV, and a few that we don’t.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

GWM's new P-300 bakkie: a stylish rival to Toyota and Ford

Can the GWM P-300 take on the powerhouses in South Africa's bakkie market with a new engine, luxury amenities, and advanced safety features?

Motoring Launches
Willem van de Putte|Published

Ford Transit Custom Sport is a van like no other - 1,000km mission of hope reveals

In South Africa, vans often take a back seat to bakkies, but the Ford Transit Custom Sport changes the game. Join us on a 1,000km journey delivering vital medical equipment while discovering the van's impressive features.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Ford F150 Raptor: conquers Dubai’s deserts with an interior size to rival a Sea Point studio

We take the Ford F150 Raptor for a spin in the deserts of Dubai, exploring its impressive off-road capabilities, spacious interior, and powerful performance. But sadly, it is not destined for our shores.

Motoring
Willem van de Putte|Published

Long-term Update: Ford Territory Titanium is a treat for weekend getaways

The Territory has all the makings of a great road trip car, from comfort to practicality, performance and dirt road capability.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

Donald Trump policy uncertainty creating chaos in the auto industry, Ford CEO says

The Trump administration's tariff threats and animosity towards electric vehicles are creating expensive complications for the automotive industry.

Motoring Industry News
Yolande Du Preez|Published

How Ford's racing success shapes the Ranger Raptor bakkie

Ford Performance built the Raptor T1+ to take part in the world’s most gruelling off-road race this year. Here's why they do it.

Motoring Motorsport
Willem van de Putte|Published

South African vehicle exports surged in January, but Trump risks linger

Following a disappointing year for South African vehicle exports, 2025 got off to a positive start with a 29. 5% gain versus January 2024.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Suzuki Swift topples Toyota Hilux, VW Polo Vivo as January vehicle sales surge

January was a positive month for the South African new vehicle market, and particularly for Suzuki.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Ford aiming to bring back its Le Mans glory days with 2027 hypercar entry

Ford is returning to the Le Mans 24 Hours Hypercar category in 2027, in a bid to recapture the magic and success of its exploits nearly 60 years ago.

Motoring Motorsport
Yolande Du Preez|Published

You’ve only got one shot (to lose your money) - Eminem sues Ford dealer in the US

This isn’t the first time that Eminem has sued a company in the automotive industry for the illegal use of this particular song.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Long-term Intro: Ford Ranger Wildtrak Supercab is perfect for a pair

It’s certainly not family friendly but when there’s only two of you and it’s a Wildtrak, then the Ranger is fit for purpose.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

These were South Africa’s best-selling vehicles for the whole of 2024

2024 was yet another year in which South Africa’s automotive market failed to reach its true potential.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Long-term Update: ‘Lekker by die see’ as Ford Territory makes a breeze of long distance cruising

After two busy months of tackling the highways and byways of Gauteng, December finally brought an opportunity for our long-term Ford Territory 1. 8T Titanium to stretch its legs.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

South African vehicle exports saw a significant decline in 2024

Following three consecutive years of growth, culminating in an all-time record in 2023, South African new vehicle exports declined by a significant 22. 8% in 2024.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

REVIEW: Ford Tourneo Custom makes a good case for the mini bus

If you’re not keen on an SUV and looking for a large, comfortable people carrier in the R1-million ballpark, there’s not much to beat the Ford Tourneo Custom.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Long-Term Wrap: Flawless six-month adventure with our Ford Ranger Tremor

We covered almost 10,000 kilometres of tar including the various potholed grades that pass as tar, gravel and a 4x4 trail or two that highlighted its offroad prowess.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Ford’s Mustang Dark Horse is a well-balanced galloping pony

Two bites at the same sweet apple doesn’t happen often and when it’s in a Ford Mustang Dark Horse, well, it’s even tastier.

Motoring Launches
Willem van de Putte|Published

619kW Shelby Mustang Super Snake now available in South Africa - here’s how much it costs

Those wanting the new-generation Ford Mustang with Shelby Super Snake poison can now order the muscle car of their dreams.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published