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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

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Toyota’s New Hilux: Catch-Up Job or Just Lipstick on a Legend?

New Hilux Gen 9 dropped… and the press release nearly put me to sleep. More B-N-G than bold revolution? Ride tweaks, fancy cabin, mild hybrid, but is it enough against the Ranger, D-Max and the rest? This Old-school Hilux fan gives his honest (and spicy) take.

Jul 01, 2026 · 6 min read

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The Charge Has Changed: Is Changan Solving South Africa’s Biggest EV Problem?

"Electric dreams meet South African reality. Changan’s new Hunter K50 REEV bakkie promises 1,000km range and proper workhorse credentials, while the premium Deepal S07 brings luxury EV vibes. Is this the fix for SA’s charging woes? The future just got practical."

Jun 08, 2026 · 4 min read

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Toyota Land Cruiser FJ (2026): The Baby Cruiser South Africa Didn’t Know It Needed…

Toyota’s new Land Cruiser FJ has officially landed in South Africa, and the debates are already raging. Is the “Baby Cruiser” a smart, usable 4x4 or just a badge on something that doesn’t quite earn it? We’re digging into the pricing, specs, real world fit for SA roads, and whether it’s worth the hype.

May 26, 2026 · 5 min read

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2026 ISUZU MU-X in South Africa: Smarter Safety, Sharper Thinking, Same Hard-Working DNA

Not every South African SUV buyer wants a flashy tech monster with marketing hype. Many just need something honest that handles the school run, coastal hauls and gravel detours without drama. The 2026 Isuzu MU-X delivers exactly that, smarter safety and subtle refinements, but the same proven, hard working DNA. Is it enough, or too cautious?

May 26, 2026 · 4 min read

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The Kia Tasman Has Arrived Kicking Off A Bold New Era for the South African Bakkie.

The Kia Tasman has officially arrived, bringing a bold clean-sheet design to the South African bakkie market. With a 3,500kg towing capacity, a mobile-office interior, and a rugged 4x4 pedigree, it is a total game changer.

Apr 21, 2026 · 4 min read