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Toyota South Africa offers Hilux Custom Builds, letting buyers order fully tested, factory-integrated conversions for work-ready bakkies.
Tata Africa celebrates its 11,000th locally assembled unit in Rosslyn, highlighting the hub’s growth, innovation and long-term automotive development.
GAC’s new M8 Master arrives as South Africa’s first plug-in hybrid MPV, blending bold design, luxury seating and advanced safety with a 1 000km+ range
Renault updates the Kiger for South Africa with sharper looks, enhanced cabin comfort, new tech features and a strong suite of safety equipment.
VW’s supervisory board postpones key approvals, jeopardising Audi factory plans and global upgrades amid an €11B funding gap and rising costs.
The Nissan Roox wins Japan’s 2026 Car of the Year for its clever design, spacious cabin, advanced safety tech, and city-friendly practicality.
BAIC will assemble its new B30 SUV in Gqeberha from January, boosting local manufacturing as Chinese automakers expand into South Africa.
The Hilux goes electric in its ninth generation, combining rugged diesel and petrol power with a 315 km EV range.
A microscopic solar coating on Mercedes EVs turns the entire car body into a hidden, flexible power source for longer, greener driving.
Chery is gearing up to enter South Africa’s bakkie segment with the new Himla, offering bold design, strong capability and potential hybrid options.
Chinese automaker Changan debuts in South Africa with competitively priced models, from the Alsvin sedan to the futuristic Deepal S07 EV.
The Renault Triber 2025 gets a complete makeover with 25+ new features, SUV-inspired design, advanced safety, and modern cabin tech.