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Mitsubishi Pajero Sport gets update, more features, but no price hike

While anticipation builds for the new-generation Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, the current model gains a facelift and enhanced features, maintaining its competitive edge without a price increase.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Trump announces 25% tariffs on foreign-built vehicles

Wall Street slumped ahead of Trump's Wednesday afternoon announcement, while the world's top-selling automaker Toyota plunged more than 3%

Motoring Industry News
AFP|Published

Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan replaces CEO

Struggling Japanese automaker Nissan announced that chief executive Makoto Uchida would step down, a move that follows the failure of merger talks with rival Honda.

Motoring Industry News
AFP|Published

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.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

Honda-Nissan merger talks basically over due to 'unacceptable' terms: report

Nissan's board is in the process of abandoning merger talks with Honda and could be open to other partners, an inside source said.

Motoring Industry News
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport compact SUV arrives in South Africa, but is it priced to sell?

The Mitsubishi Outlander Sport has arrived in South Africa. Here's what you need to know about the new compact SUV, including features and pricing.

Motoring Launches
Published

Mitsubishi shares plunge on rumours it might not join Nissan-Honda merger

With a much smaller market capitalisation than Honda and Nissan, Mitsubishi Motors is worried that being absorbed by the holding company could undermine its management autonomy.

Motoring Industry News
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Nissan and Honda to hold merger talks: here’s what we know so far

Lacklustre consumer spending and stiff competition in several markets is making life hard for many automakers.

Motoring Industry News
AFP|Published

Bold new Mitsubishi Triton lands in SA - here’s what you need to know about the range and pricing

Mitsubishi is kicking things off with a comprehensive line-up including two single cab models and nine double cabs. Here’s what they have to offer:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Mitsubishi adds spice to Pajero Sport with new Shogun Edition

The locally-developed Pajero Sport Shogun Edition comes with an assortment of adventure-ready features.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Limited edition Mitsubishi Triton Shogun touches down in SA

The all-new Mitsubishi Triton is set to hit our shores in the second half of this year, but the local importer is not finished with the current generation just yet.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Mitsubishi Outlander range topped and tailed with three new models for SA

More accessible at the bottom end and more luxurious at the top. Here’s what you need to know about the new Mitsubishi Outlander line-up:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Mitsubishi Triton GLX limited edition lands in SA: pricing and specifications

Mitsubishi is not finished with the current-generation Triton just yet. Meet new the value-added GLX edition.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

REVIEW: Stylish and refined new Mitsubishi Outlander is well worth a look

Do yourself a favour and put the new Mitsubishi Outlander on your list if you’re shopping around for a family-sized SUV.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Mitsubishi Xforce debuts as Urban Cruiser rival with edgy looks, high-tech cabin

Has Mitsubishi hit the nail on the compact SUV head with this edgy looking newcomer called the Xforce?

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Mitsubishi ASX replacement? New compact SUV revealed and looking likely for SA

Mitsubishi has ripped the covers off a brand new compact SUV with edgy looks inspired by the XFC Concept.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

New-generation Mitsubishi Triton revealed with tough new look, more power

Mitsubishi has finally pulled the covers off its all-new Triton, complete with muscular new styling and a more powerful engine.

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

2024 Mitsubishi Triton to receive redesigned chassis and perkier diesel engine

Mitsubishi will pull the covers off the all-new, and bolder looking Triton later this month, and it will be more powerful than the current model.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Bold new Mitsubishi Triton teased ahead of July reveal

The all-new and tougher-looking Mitsubishi Triton will be revealed next month. Here’s what we know so far:

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Pricing: New Mitsubishi Outlander hits South African showrooms

The new Mitsubishi Outlander has landed in SA, complete with Nissan DNA. Here’s what you get for your money.

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published

REVIEW: Mitsubishi Xpander 1. 5L auto sure is practical but could use more punch

We recently spent a week with the Mitsubishi Xpander. It’s a practical MPV that’s made for life, just not life in the fast lane.

Motoring Reviews
Willem van de Putte|Published

Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Shogun debuts as another ‘play hard’ offering at Nampo

Adventure vehicles are all the rage at this year’s Nampo Agricultural Show, and the latest to surface is this high-riding Pajero Sport:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Mitsubishi SA reveals Arctic Trucks Triton Halo AT35 at Nampo

Here’s a surprise from Mitsubishi Motors SA. The company pulled the covers off its Triton AT35 prototype at the Nampo show in Bothaville on Wednesday.

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

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:

Motoring Industry News
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One of world’s largest roll-on, roll-off vessels carrying more than 2 800 cars, docks in Durban

The 265m vessel is carrying 2 813 cars, and heavy units and 93 breakbulk pieces.

Daily News News
Daily News Reporter|Published