South Africa getting a new international flight

South Africa’s international air travel landscape is evolving rapidly in 2025, with several airlines launching or reinstating direct international routes to meet the growing demand from both business and leisure travelers. These developments mark a significant boost to the tourism industry and reinforce the country’s position as a key hub for Southern Africa. Here’s a

Big win for Chinese car sales

Chinese car manufacturers are taking the South African auto industry by storm, growing their market share significantly over the last few years. Once seen as fringe players, these brands are now standing toe-to-toe with long-established global automakers, offering competitive pricing, cutting-edge features, and wide-ranging vehicle options. Their rapid rise signals a shift in consumer preferences

I was stuck without a car for 3 days because Absa froze my account

Imagine going about your regular day, only to discover your bank account has been frozen — without warning. That’s exactly what happened to a Johannesburg man who was left stranded for three days with no access to transport because Absa froze his account over a single suspicious transaction. The man, whose identity is withheld for

The Cheapest Retailer to Buy Groceries in South Africa

In a time when food prices continue to rise and household budgets are stretched tighter than ever, South African consumers are becoming increasingly savvy about where they shop. With inflation affecting nearly every sector — especially food — the search for the cheapest grocery retailer has become more urgent and strategic. Fortunately, recent price comparison

South Africa’s 100-year-old car manufacturer

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

4 different types of car trackers in South Africa

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

Dark clouds gather for Nissan

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

Luxury carmaker slashes prices by R271,000, a warning for Chinese car buyers, and a new locally-made VW SUV

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

The price of driving a Ferrari for a day in South Africa

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