Month: May 2025

South Africa’s 100-Year-Old Car Manufacturer: A Century of Motoring Legacy South Africa may not be the first name that comes to mind when discussing global car manufacturing hubs, but nestled in its industrial history is a remarkable automotive journey. One South African manufacturer, in particular, stands out — not only for surviving the turbulence of

Nissan, one of the most recognized Japanese automotive brands globally, is finding itself under increasing pressure as it grapples with a mix of economic, strategic, and operational challenges. Once hailed for innovation, fuel efficiency, and affordability, the brand now faces a series of internal and external storms — from declining global sales to intense market

With car theft and hijackings remaining a significant concern in South Africa, vehicle tracking systems have become an essential investment for both private individuals and businesses. Modern car trackers do more than just help recover stolen vehicles — they also improve safety, reduce insurance premiums, and offer valuable fleet insights. South Africa’s car tracking industry

There is a single terminal in South Africa that allows individuals to skip the queue at immigration, but there’s a catch.

Vehicle theft has long been a scourge in many parts of South Africa, causing not just economic losses but emotional distress for thousands of victims each year. However, a recent breakthrough in one South African city is offering a beacon of hope to car owners: a significant improvement in the recovery rate of stolen vehicles—thanks

In a bold move that’s set to shake up South Africa’s competitive automotive landscape, GAC Motor South Africa has announced significant price cuts across several of its most popular models as it gears up for 2025. With local consumers under mounting economic pressure, this strategic decision by the Chinese automaker promises more than just affordability—it

In South Africa, the dream of driving a Ferrari—symbol of status, wealth, and speed—is no longer reserved exclusively for the ultra-rich. Thanks to the growth of luxury car rental services in major cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban, anyone with the right budget can now slip behind the wheel of Italy’s prancing horse, even

South Africa’s motoring landscape is undergoing dynamic changes as luxury automakers revise pricing strategies, concerns rise around parallel imports of Chinese vehicles, and local manufacturing receives a boost with a new Volkswagen SUV rolling off local assembly lines. Here’s a breakdown of these three key developments shaking up the South African automotive market. Luxury Carmaker

As South Africa continues to navigate a complex landscape of political, economic, and social change, the country has recently found itself under scrutiny on the global travel stage. Several international aviation authorities and travel organizations have issued flight risk advisories and warnings related to various security and infrastructure concerns affecting air travel to and from

The Land Rover Defender, long revered as an icon of rugged durability and adventurous spirit, has undergone a major upgrade in South Africa. From its humble beginnings as a utilitarian workhorse, the Defender has evolved into a luxurious, high-tech SUV that blends off-road prowess with cutting-edge technology and refined comfort. The latest 2025 model brings