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Chinese automaker BAIC plans expansion of Eastern Cape assembly facility amid US tariff pressures

Chinese automaker BAIC plans expansion of Eastern Cape assembly facility amid US tariff pressures

By Mthobisi Nozulela | Published 3h ago

Chinese automaker BAIC is set to expand its struggling Gqeberha vehicle assembly plant, signalling a renewed commitment to South African manufacturing despite ongoing US tariff pressures.

Electric cars much less likely to break down than petrols and diesels, German study finds

By Jason Woosey | Published 3h ago

Widespread German study reveals that electric cars are less likely to break down than their internal combustion engined counterparts.

Electric cars much less likely to break down than petrols and diesels, German study finds

Electric cars much less likely to break down than petrols and diesels, German study finds

The rise of Chinese car brands in South Africa: Sales growth over five years

By Jason Woosey | Published 4h ago

The rise of Chinese car brands in South Africa: Sales growth over five years

VAT Crisis | Beyond the Pump: How South Africa's fuel taxes affect daily life

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 13, 2025

VAT Crisis | Beyond the Pump: How South Africa's fuel taxes affect daily life

BMW drivers are most likely to be narcissists, new study claims

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 12, 2025

BMW drivers are most likely to be narcissists, new study claims

Nissan Navara Warrior bakkie sets new Guinness world record for longest off-road journey

By Kevin Ritchie | Published Apr 10, 2025

Nissan Navara Warrior bakkie sets new Guinness world record for longest off-road journey

Global automotive industry remains in peril as sector excluded from Trump tariff pause

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 10, 2025

Global automotive industry remains in peril as sector excluded from Trump tariff pause

Updated Mercedes-AMG C63 to fire on six cylinders, new report states

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 9, 2025

Updated Mercedes-AMG C63 to fire on six cylinders, new report states

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Torture allegations dominate week in Joshlin Smith trial

Torture allegations dominate week in Joshlin Smith trial

Local currency moves back to R19 to the dollar, yet volatility is the name of the game

Local currency moves back to R19 to the dollar, yet volatility is the name of the game

ANC highlights progress in talks with FF Plus and DA amid VAT disputes

ANC highlights progress in talks with FF Plus and DA amid VAT disputes

Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 Drops a Game-Changer Not to Be Missed

Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2025 Drops a Game-Changer Not to Be Missed

Oil price and rand are plunging - what this could mean for May's fuel price

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 9, 2025

Oil price and rand are plunging - what this could mean for May's fuel price

Oil price and rand are plunging - what this could mean for May's fuel price

Is the K53 test still up to the task of testing driving skills in 2025?

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 8, 2025

Is the K53 test still up to the task of testing driving skills in 2025?

Is the K53 test still up to the task of testing driving skills in 2025?

Mercedes SA introduces comprehensive seven-year maintenance plan

By Motoring Staff | Published Apr 7, 2025

Mercedes SA introduces comprehensive seven-year maintenance plan

Mercedes SA introduces comprehensive seven-year maintenance plan

Riddara RD6 to launch in SA next month as fully electric, high performance double cab

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 7, 2025

Riddara RD6 to launch in SA next month as fully electric, high performance double cab

Riddara RD6 to launch in SA next month as fully electric, high performance double cab

Illegal parkers be warned! Cape Town acquires new vertical lift towing truck

By Motoring Staff | Published Apr 4, 2025

Illegal parkers be warned! Cape Town acquires new vertical lift towing truck

Illegal parkers be warned! Cape Town acquires new vertical lift towing truck

US tariffs could have serious implications for jobs, investment in SA auto sector, warns Naamsa

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 4, 2025

US tariffs could have serious implications for jobs, investment in SA auto sector, warns Naamsa

US tariffs could have serious implications for jobs, investment in SA auto sector, warns Naamsa

Best vehicle sales month in two years: these were the 50 top sellers in March 2025

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 2, 2025

Best vehicle sales month in two years: these were the 50 top sellers in March 2025

Best vehicle sales month in two years: these were the 50 top sellers in March 2025

Another plug-in hybrid bakkie for SA as JAC confirms T9 PHEV model

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 1, 2025

Another plug-in hybrid bakkie for SA as JAC confirms T9 PHEV model

Another plug-in hybrid bakkie for SA as JAC confirms T9 PHEV model

April's official fuel price announcement brings relief for South African motorists

By Jason Woosey | Published Apr 1, 2025

April's official fuel price announcement brings relief for South African motorists

April's official fuel price announcement brings relief for South African motorists

The effects of US tariffs on global car manufacturers

By AFP | Published Apr 1, 2025

The effects of US tariffs on global car manufacturers

The effects of US tariffs on global car manufacturers

Changan returning to South Africa with new range of SUVs, sedans, bakkies and NEVs

By Jason Woosey | Published Mar 31, 2025

Changan returning to South Africa with new range of SUVs, sedans, bakkies and NEVs

Changan returning to South Africa with new range of SUVs, sedans, bakkies and NEVs

Citroen plans expansion in South Africa, but the Basalt won't be on the roads just yet

By Willem van de Putte | Published Mar 31, 2025

Citroen plans expansion in South Africa, but the Basalt won't be on the roads just yet

Citroen plans expansion in South Africa, but the Basalt won't be on the roads just yet

BYD launching three vehicles in SA this week, including 321kW bakkie - here's how much they could cost

By Jason Woosey | Published Mar 31, 2025

BYD launching three vehicles in SA this week, including 321kW bakkie - here's how much they could cost

BYD launching three vehicles in SA this week, including 321kW bakkie - here's how much they could cost

Rare BMW E30 3-Series goes under the hammer for R3 million in South Africa

By Jason Woosey | Published Mar 29, 2025

Rare BMW E30 3-Series goes under the hammer for R3 million in South Africa

Rare BMW E30 3-Series goes under the hammer for R3 million in South Africa

Ford's Silverton plant in South Africa exclusively makes Ranger hybrid bakkies for global markets

By Colin Windell | Published Mar 28, 2025

Ford's Silverton plant in South Africa exclusively makes Ranger hybrid bakkies for global markets

Ford's Silverton plant in South Africa exclusively makes Ranger hybrid bakkies for global markets

Scared of parallel parking? Watch BYD's 'Crab-Walk Mode' solve your problem

By Willem van de Putte | Published Mar 28, 2025

Scared of parallel parking? Watch BYD's 'Crab-Walk Mode' solve your problem

Scared of parallel parking? Watch BYD's 'Crab-Walk Mode' solve your problem

Officine Fuoriserie: Where the super-rich transform Maseratis into bespoke masterpieces

By Willem van de Putte | Published Mar 27, 2025

Officine Fuoriserie: Where the super-rich transform Maseratis into bespoke masterpieces

Officine Fuoriserie: Where the super-rich transform Maseratis into bespoke masterpieces