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Is All the New Tech Killing Cars, the Environment... and Maybe Even You?

New cars are smarter, screens are bigger and prices are climbing. But are we actually getting better cars? From touchscreen distractions to costly repairs and software glitches, we were wondering whether all this technology is making motoring worse, then we found the answer.

Oct 26, 2026 · 12 min read

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Nissan Tekton South Africa Price from R339 999: Patrol DNA, Turbo Punch, On Sale Now

Nissan just dropped the Tekton in South Africa first, Patrol inspired looks, turbo engines and prices starting at R339 999. Proper family space, solid kit, and available right now. Full local pricing and specs inside.

Oct 03, 2026 · 3 min read

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Range Rover Sport Electric SA Pricing from R3.29m – Specs, Range & Orders Open

Range Rover Sport goes fully electric for the first time, and South Africa can order it now. 404 kW, 850 Nm, 4.3 s 0-100 km/h and up to 609 km range. Pricing starts at R3.29 million. Full local specs, charging times and delivery details inside.

Oct 02, 2026 · 4 min read

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Bugatti Tourbillon: Why Building a Hybrid With Zero Turbos Is the Boldest Call in Motoring Right Now

Bugatti ditched turbos entirely for the Tourbillon's 8.3 litre V16. 1,800 hp, 9,000 rpm, R70m+ starting price. We break down whether this is genius engineering or an expensive middle finger to electrification.

Sep 17, 2026 · 5 min read

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Six Wheels, One Very Different Gladiator

South African specialist Ulterio Motiv has turned the Jeep Gladiator into the Maximus 6x6, stretching the chassis, adding an axle and increasing load capacity. It isn't a factory Jeep, and that's what makes this six-wheeler interesting.

Sep 14, 2026 · 4 min read

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Chana Is Back!! Except Now It's Called Changan Commercial, and It Wants Your Business

Somewhere in SA a Chana older than load shedding is still starting first time. Its maker just rebranded and came back for round two. Bold. Or bloody cheeky. We'll let you decide.

Aug 25, 2026 · 4 min read

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Isuzu MU-X 1.9 LS 4x4: The R150k Reality Check Every Seven Seater Buyer Needs

Isuzu just dropped a MU-X 1.9 LS 4x4 that undercuts the 3.0 entry 4x4 by R150k. Same low range, same rear diff lock, same 235 mm clearance, less engine, way less money. For most SA families, this is the sensible seven seater right now.

Aug 20, 2026 · 6 min read

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MG3 MY26: MG Adds the Stuff You Actually Notice

MG quietly upgraded South Africa’s favourite budget hatch, wireless CarPlay, a sharper 360° camera and two new colours. No price hike. We break down whether the MG3 MY26 update actually matters, or if it’s just marketing polish

Aug 20, 2026 · 5 min read

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VW South Africa opens pre-orders for the new Volkswagen T Roc: Should You Be First in Line? We Take a Closer Look

The queue for Volkswagen's new T Roc is open. But with the entry model at R648,900 and a Tiguan only R15,600 more, should you really be rushing to join it? We look beyond the hype to find out.

Aug 19, 2026 · 5 min read

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From One Obsessed Mini Owner to 60+ Members in Months

One Mini-obsessed owner. A handful of cars. And a rather unconventional recruitment strategy involving flashing headlights and chasing Minis down the road. Five months later, Club M has more than 60 active Gauteng members.

Aug 15, 2026 · 6 min read

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Volkswagen Caravelle eHybrid: How Much Is Enough?

Volkswagen’s new Caravelle eHybrid brings 180 kW, 350 Nm, plug-in electric power and 4MOTION to South Africa. Clever? Absolutely. But at R1.794 million, 91 km electric range and a very complicated drivetrain, we have questions.

Aug 03, 2026 · 8 min read

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Chinese Cars in South Africa: The Economic Shift the Motor Industry Fears

Are Chinese cars saving Mzansi’s middle class or quietly dismantling our industrial backbone? A look past the tech specs at the economic puzzle standard buyers are ignoring.

Jul 23, 2026 · 6 min read