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Electric Vehicle Batteries Prove Far More Durable Than Public Perception, New Arval Study Shows
Insight
Mar 17, 2026
Staff Writer

Electric Vehicle Batteries Prove Far More Durable Than Public Perception, New Arval Study Shows

Arval study of 24,000 EVs shows batteries retain over 90% capacity after 160,000 km, easing concerns over long-term degradation.

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Volvo ES90 Launches in South Africa
Motoring
Mar 16, 2026
Staff Writer

Volvo ES90 Launches in South Africa

Volvo’s new ES90 electric flagship arrives in South Africa with up to 755 km range, 800-volt fast charging and minimalist Scandinavian luxury.

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Inside WeBuyCars’ AI Transformation and the Road Ahead
Local Industry
Mar 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Inside WeBuyCars’ AI Transformation and the Road Ahead

At NADA Connect 2026, WeBuyCars revealed how data, experimentation and AI reshaped its business from spreadsheets into a digital powerhouse.

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South Africa’s Fuel Security and the Strait of Hormuz
International News
Mar 13, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa’s Fuel Security and the Strait of Hormuz

Rising reliance on imported crude and refined fuels leaves South Africa exposed to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and global oil shipping routes.

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Future of Mercedes-Benz’s East London plant under scrutiny
OEM News
Mar 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Future of Mercedes-Benz’s East London plant under scrutiny

Falling C-Class exports and US tariffs raise concerns over the future of Mercedes-Benz’s East London plant, a key pillar of the Eastern Cape economy.

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Rethinking the car you drive as global fuel uncertainty grows
General News
Mar 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Rethinking the car you drive as global fuel uncertainty grows

Oil shipping disruptions highlight global reliance on crude, while EVs gain momentum as drivers reconsider petrol and diesel vehicles.

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Ford Crafts a Bespoke Explorer for Pope Leo XIV
OEM News
Mar 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Ford Crafts a Bespoke Explorer for Pope Leo XIV

Ford builds a bespoke Explorer hybrid for Pope Leo XIV, celebrating his Chicago roots with unique design touches and Vatican-ready upgrades.

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NADA Connect 2026 Delivers Strong Leadership, Innovation and Vision for the Year Ahead
General News
Mar 13, 2026
Staff Writer

NADA Connect 2026 Delivers Strong Leadership, Innovation and Vision for the Year Ahead

NADA Connect 2026 gathered 600 delegates to explore AI, social media and the future of dealership operations in South Africa’s automotive sector.

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The 9th Festival of Motoring: Driven by Purpose, Defined by Legacy
News
Mar 11, 2026
Staff Writer

The 9th Festival of Motoring: Driven by Purpose, Defined by Legacy

Festival of Motoring returns to Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, 28–30 Aug 2026, with track drives, racing demos, a 4x4 village and hands-on motoring.

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