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South African Grit Tested at Dakar 2026
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Jan 20, 2026
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South African Grit Tested at Dakar 2026

Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa battles extremes at Dakar 2026, with all Hilux crews finishing and Saood Variawa ending as top local driver.

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South Africa launches first off-grid solar charging station for electric trucks
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Jan 19, 2026
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South Africa launches first off-grid solar charging station for electric trucks

Wolmaransstad leads SA’s green logistics with the country’s first solar-powered, grid-independent charging station for electric trucks.

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AA provides more information on its role in crash tests
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Jan 16, 2026
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AA provides more information on its role in crash tests

Explore how VR transforms business meetings with immersive environments, engagement, and productivity benefits.

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Why an Automotive Trade Is a Powerful Choice for South Africa’s School Leavers
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Jan 15, 2026
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Why an Automotive Trade Is a Powerful Choice for South Africa’s School Leavers

As matrics receive their results, the automotive industry highlights trade qualifications as a practical, future-ready alternative to university.

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Dakar Rally 2026 – South African Crews Dig Deep as Second Week Begins
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Jan 12, 2026
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Dakar Rally 2026 – South African Crews Dig Deep as Second Week Begins

Toyota Gazoo Racing SA fights on as Dakar Rally 2026 enters Stage 8, with dunes, punctures and podium hopes still alive.

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It is all systems go for World Car Awards
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Jan 9, 2026
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It is all systems go for World Car Awards

The World Car Awards announce their 2026 finalists across six categories, with winners set to be revealed at the New York Auto Show.

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What Happens When the Wheels Stop Turning During a Dakar Stage
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Dec 15, 2025
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What Happens When the Wheels Stop Turning During a Dakar Stage

In the Dakar Rally, breakdowns are inevitable. How crews repair, improvise and rely on solidarity often decides who survives the desert.

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Auto Industry News South Africa Backs Toyota Gazoo Racing SA as Dakar Rally 2026 Approaches
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Dec 15, 2025
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Auto Industry News South Africa Backs Toyota Gazoo Racing SA as Dakar Rally 2026 Approaches

Auto Industry News South Africa supports Toyota Gazoo Racing SA as the team prepares its GR Hilux Evo assault on the punishing Dakar Rally 2026.

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Pre-Owned Vehicles Outpace New Models in Repayment Growth
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Dec 15, 2025
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Pre-Owned Vehicles Outpace New Models in Repayment Growth

Lightstone data shows used car finance costs in South Africa rising nearly 50% since 2019, outpacing new vehicles and narrowing the repayment gap.

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Bolt and Stellantis set timeline for commercial Level 4 autonomous services
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Dec 15, 2025
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Bolt and Stellantis set timeline for commercial Level 4 autonomous services

Stellantis and Bolt plan Level 4 autonomous ride hailing in Europe, starting test fleets in 2026 and scaling to production by 2029.

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South Africa’s Engineering Muscle Shapes the Dakar 2026 Grid
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Dec 15, 2025
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South Africa’s Engineering Muscle Shapes the Dakar 2026 Grid

South African-built vehicles, teams and engineers headline Dakar Rally 2026, shaping the Ultimate class and reinforcing SA’s rally raid influence.

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Fake Auto Parts Threaten South African Road Safety
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Dec 11, 2025
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Fake Auto Parts Threaten South African Road Safety

Counterfeit auto parts are rising in South Africa, risking safety, damaging supply chains and prompting industry-wide calls for stronger protections.

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