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Isuzu Motors SA president calls for government support to unlock new opportunities
Isuzu Motors South Africa's President Billy Tom discusses the company's growth prospects in Africa, the challenges posed by global elections, and the need for improved intra-African trade to boost the automotive industry.
Isuzu MU-X SUV gets a makeover: significant upgrades challenge Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest
Discover the latest updates on the Isuzu MU-X SUV, featuring a stylish redesign, advanced technology, and competitive pricing. Learn how it stacks up against rivals like the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest.
ISUZU Motors and Gift of the Givers transform St Albans Primary School
Isuzu Motors South Africa (ISUZU), in partnership with humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers and the ELMA Relief Foundation,officially handed over a fully refurbished St Albans Primary School in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape on Tuesday.
Would you like to see something like this Aussie-developed Isuzu D-Max Blade in SA?
When it comes to localised special edition ‘utes’ Australia has some very interesting machinery and Isuzu’s new D-Max Blade is the latest to come from Walkinshaw’s garage.
Isuzu D-Max Limited Edition celebrates 45 years of building bakkies in South Africa
Isuzu’s Limited Edition D-Max 45 comes with a range of unique features that add style and practicality to the birthday bakkie.
Isuzu MU-X facelift teased: sharp new look and RS trim for Fortuner, Everest rival
The Isuzu MU-X will receive a midlife refresh soon, and that includes the introduction of a sportier RS version that looks set to rival the Everest Wildtrak.
Isuzu D-Max range expands with LS Single Cab, while Double Cabs get spec boost
Isuzu is now offering a more luxurious workhorse trim in South Africa with the launch of the Single Cab LS models.
DRIVEN: Isuzu D-Max X-Rider takes on three-day Garden Route road trip
Although it could use a bit more grunt, the new X-Rider positions itself as a well-packaged product with hard-to-beat value-for-money.
New Isuzu D-Max X-Rider double cab launched in South Africa
Isuzu has finally relaunched the popular X-Rider model as part of the latest-generation bakkie range. Here’s what you get for your money:
New Isuzu D-Max X-Rider here soon: South African pricing announced
With its sporty styling and sensible specification, the X-Rider was a popular fixture in the previous D-Max range. And now it’s back. .
2023 IN REVIEW: These were our most popular road tests
We get to drive some truly exciting cars, but when we look back at our most clicked-on road tests of 2023, it’s the popular and somewhat sensible vehicles that dominate.
Isuzu D-Max X-Rider is making a comeback, first details released
With its sporty styling and sensible specification, the X-Rider was a popular fixture in the previous D-Max range. And now it’s back. .
Facelifted Isuzu D-Max bakkie revealed in Thailand
Isuzu has revealed a comprehensively updated D-Max bakkie in Thailand, sporting a fresh look and cabin enhancements.
DRIVEN: Isuzu mu-X 1. 9 Ddi is a new entry model that’s surprisingly capable
Isuzu has just launched a more affordable version of its mu-X SUV, but is the 1. 9-litre engine up to the task? We spent some time with it at the local launch.
Isuzu MU-X now more attainable as 1. 9 LS entry model joins line-up
Isuzu has expanded its MU-X range with a more attainable 1. 9-litre model.
South African bakkie market still booming: these were the best and worst sellers in July 2023
The South African bakkie market enjoyed another strong month in July. These were the best and worst sellers:
DRIVEN: Isuzu D-Max AT35 is a moerse capable 4x4, but its price doesn’t make sense
Can the Isuzu D-Max AT35 make a case for itself as SA’s fourth most expensive bakkie? To find out, we took one on some challenging trails in the Western Cape.
SA bakkie sales surged in May: These were the best and worst sellers
SA bakkie sales surged by almost 40% year-on-year in May. These were the best and worst sellers:
These were the new bakkies, SUVs and cars announced at the 2023 Nampo show
With almost all SA’s car brands present, the Nampo event has arguably become the country’s largest motor show. These were the vehicles announced this year:
Armed suspects hijack truck loaded with meat
Private security company PT Alarms said that armed suspects made off with five tons of chicken after hijacking a truck in Umlazi.
2023 Isuzu MU-X arrives with spec enhancements and expanded range
The revised Isuzu MU-X is hoping to grab a bigger slice of the Fortuner’s pie with an expanded range and new features.
We won! Joburg to Cape Town on a single tank in an Isuzu D-Max 1. 9 Ddi
The brief was simple: drive the latest Isuzu D-Max 1. 9 Ddi from Midrand to Signal Hill in Cape Town, using just one tank of diesel.
Bumper month for bakkie sales in SA - these were the best and worst sellers
Most of South Africa’s one-tonne bakkies enjoyed a better than usual sales month in March, including the new Amarok. Here’s how they ranked.
These are the cars that the SA government bought in 2022
Have you ever wondered which vehicles are most frequently bought by the South African government? Take a look at our top-30 list.
South Africa’s best and worst selling bakkies in January 2023
These were the best and worst selling bakkies in South Africa last month.