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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?
REVIEW: New Mitsubishi Triton Xtreme brings sporty vibes to the double cab bakkie segment
Though lacking a competitive edge in some areas, the Mitsubishi Triton's agreeable driving experience, exciting looks and reasonable price tag make it a worthy contender in the double cab space.
SA-built Toyota Gazoo Hiluxes take spectacular Dakar Rally 1-2
While it was a huge win for home hero Yazeed Al-Rajhi, it was a heartbreaking result for South Africans Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings.
South Africa is bakkie country - but could these five new players disrupt the status quo?
There aren’t many countries that rival South Africa when it comes to enthusiasm for the humble, or once humble, bakkie. And things are set to get even more exciting in the next two years.
Chery reveals Hilux-rivalling bakkie, and it looks set to reach South Africa by 2026
It didn’t take Chery long to become a formidable player in the SUV space and now the Chinese auto giant is vying for a slice of the double cab bakkie action.
Kia Tasman bakkie teased again as reveal draws nearer for Korea’s Hilux rival
It won’t be long before Kia fully reveals its new Tasman one-tonne bakkie to the world. Here’s what we know about it so far:
These were the 50 best-selling vehicles in South Africa in September 2024
The bakkie market slumped in September, but the passenger cars and SUVs were really cooking with gas.
DRIVEN: New Toyota Hilux Raider 48V impresses with its smooth performance
I doubt that the 48V Hilux is quicker than the normal garden variety but where the mild hybrid system does make a difference is on pull away and passing.
June vehicle sales wrap and Top 50: Cabinet delay slows sales, Polo Vivo and Prado soar
Vehicle sales declined yet again in June, as business and consumer confidence remained muted over uncertainties surrounding the GNU and its cabinet.
Toyota Hilux Raider gets fresh new face in South Africa
The Toyota Hilux Raider has been living in the shadow of its more popular Legend sibling, but that could change with the latest refresh.
London 2 Cape Town crew back on the road with Edna the Hilux after turning down Toyota’s offer
The three friends from Britain have opened up about why they turned down Toyota SA’s generous offer of a new Hilux GR-S for the remainder of their journey.
June vehicle sales wrap and Top 50: Election jitters, VW bounces back, Ranger runs Hilux close
Pre-election uncertainty pulled the handbrake on new vehicle sales in May. Here’s everything you need to know about last month’s sales figures.
DRIVEN: Toyota Hilux GR Sport III is a lot more than a few new decals
On the beautiful Prince Alfred’s Pass with the bakkie in 4H you’re reminded why the Hilux is a favourite among travellers and overlanders.
London 2 Cape Town trio decline Toyota SA’s brand new bakkie offer after Edna’s Hilux chassis snaps
Three friends attempting to drive from London to Cape Town have rejected an offer from Toyota South Africa to lend them a new car after their chassis of their old Hilux snapped.
ActionSA politicians survive kidnapping ordeal after Hilux hijacked in Olievenhoutbosch
ActionSA’s Gauteng chair and youth leader were found in Benoni after the bakkie they were travelling in was hijacked in Centurion.
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.
New vehicle market dips again: these were the 50 best sellers in February 2024
Economic uncertainty and high living costs continue to take their toll on the South African new vehicle market.
2024 vehicle market off to a slow start: these were the 50 top sellers in January
South Africa’s sad state of economic affairs continues to reflect in the new vehicle market, with January seeing a 3. 8% year-on-year decline.
Third facelift for the current Toyota Hilux revealed abroad
Fans might be waiting patiently for an all-new Toyota Hilux, but it seems there is still plenty of life left in the current version.
These cars and bakkies are the biggest hijacking targets according to top security firm
Generally the better a vehicle sells in the market the more of a target it is for theft and hijacking.
Security company reveals vehicle hijacking numbers down over festive season
Hijackers typically hijack utility vehicles and trucks for cargo.
Toyota’s new ‘Stallion’ budget bakkie: what we know about its South African introduction
Toyota’s new budget bakkie is very much under consideration for our market but it could take a while to arrive. Here’s why:
These were South Africa’s 30 best selling vehicles for the whole of 2023
2023 South African vehicle sales were disappointing on the whole, but there was some positive news on the bakkie front.
Long-term update: our Toyota Hilux Raider X conquers the Roof of Africa
A tangible hesitation could be felt in the car: we were about to head down one of the most difficult passes in SA, on a surface which is warned about when wet or icy.
Toyota drops more details on SA-bound Hilux mild hybrid
The Toyota Hilux is taking its first step towards electrification with a new 48-volt mild hybrid system. Here’s what to expect when it lands in South Africa.