Showing posts with tag "motoring"

These are the most popular and sought-after second hand cars in South Africa

New data from AutoTrader shows that Volkswagen was the most-searched-for automotive brand in the first half of the year in South Africa, while Toyota Hilux was the most-searched-for vehicle range.

March 16, 2023
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New Range Rover Sport pricing for South Africa

Land Rover has revealed pricing for the New Range Rover Sport which will be available to customers in South Africa from October.

March 18, 2023
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motoring

Beware these petrol-saving gimmicks in South Africa

MasterDrive has recently debunked the trend of motorists using fuel pills to save petrol.

March 14, 2023
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motoring

You are paying a lot less for petrol in South Africa right now – with more cuts on the way

Reprieve at petrol stations may be a constant for the rest of the year according to economists.

March 14, 2023
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motoring

Union plans massive motor industry strike in South Africa – including petrol stations

The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) has planned a strike in the motor sector set to affect petrol stations alongside automotive manufacturers and more.

March 13, 2023
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The most searched-for electric vehicle in South Africa

New data from the classifieds website AutoTrader shows a growing interest among South Africans in the purchase of second-hand electric vehicles (EVs).

March 18, 2023
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BMW warns over new vehicle order demand

BMW AG says new vehicle orders are retreating from high levels as inflation and higher interest rates hit consumers, making the company the first among major carmakers to turn more cautious.

March 13, 2023
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This new car buying trend in South Africa could spell big trouble

The country reeled in the face of rising fuel prices and interest rates during July, but seemingly without effect on new vehicle sales, according to Lebogang Gaoaketse, head of marketing and commun...

March 16, 2023
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motoring

VW launches new R235 million facility in South Africa

Volkswagen Group South Africa has launched its new R235 million wax flooding facility at its plant in Kariega, Uitenhage.

March 15, 2023
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motoring

Car owners in South Africa facing a perfect storm

The buzzword within the automotive industry right now is fuel, says George Mienie, the chief executive officer of AutoTrader, a vehicle market in South Africa.

March 20, 2023
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motoring

More good news on the horizon for motorists in South Africa

The Automobile Association (AA) says the outlook for petrol prices in South Africa is positive, with the potential for another price drop in September – if current conditions persist.

March 19, 2023
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motoring

South Africa’s criminals are going after a new target

Fuel tankers are a target for criminal syndicates on South Africa’s roads, as vehicle thefts and hijackings show an upward trend.

March 13, 2023
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motoring