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Hijackers have two new favourite car colours in South Africa

2024/07/22 10:33:44

Over the course of last year and the first half of 2024, security groups and insurers have highlighted that hijackings are on the rise, and bright or unusual colours are no longer a deterrent.

Here is the expected petrol price for August

2024/07/18 12:25:56

Mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund points to flat fuel prices in August, with a negligible cut on the cards for petrol and a small hike for diesel.

Expect a lot more car specials in South Africa over the next 6 months

2024/07/10 09:08:26

With the vehicle market being stifled by elevated interest rates, high car prices, and political uncertainty, dealers will have to start offering enticing incentives to get South Africans to buy cars again.

20 SUVs launching in South Africa in the second half of 2024

2024/07/02 10:10:50

South Africa’s fastest-growing automotive segment is set to welcome at least 20 new models before the calendar clicks over to 2025.

Say goodbye to these 10 cars in South Africa in 2024

2024/06/19 12:50:18

In recent months, several new vehicles have been introduced in the country, with more on the way. However, by the end of 2024, at least 10 cars will no longer be available in South Africa.

Ford SA builds 1 millionth Ranger bakkie at Silverton factory

2024/06/07 09:35:38

One million Ranger bakkies have now rolled off the line from Ford South Africa`s manufacturing plant in Silverton. Production of the Ranger bakkie at the factory began in 2000, making it almost a quarter-century since manufacturing of the brand`s popular bakkie started.

R1.00 per litre petrol price joy on the cards for South Africa next week

2024/05/30 09:21:41

Month-end data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows that South African motorists are in store for joy at the pumps in June.

Problem for South Africa’s new driving licences

2024/05/22 12:44:52

South African drivers have been left in limbo regarding the long-awaited implementation of new driving licence cards, with the Department of Transport quietly missing its April deadline.

Here is the expected petrol price for June

2024/05/15 14:23:24

South African motorists are lined up for some relief at the pumps next month, with mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) pointing to price cuts across the board.

SA auto industry achieves R21bn positive trade balance

2024/05/09 12:01:20

Record vehicle exports helped take South Africa’s auto trade balance to a positive R21.1 billion in 2023 from R19.6 billion in 2022 – an increase of 7.6%.

You now pay R320 in tax every time you fill up in South Africa

2024/05/02 10:55:59

As of 1 May, South Africans will need to brace themselves to dig deeper into their pockets at the pump as new fuel price hikes and the continuation of previous tax increases take effect.

Here is the expected petrol price for May

2024/04/17 11:00:07

Mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows that motorists in South Africa can expect a mixed bag for fuel prices in May.

New driving licence cards for South Africa coming this month

2024/04/10 12:33:18

Transport minister Sindisiwe Chikunga says that her department is making strides with introducing new driving licence cards in South Africa, with printing expected to start by the end of April.

Another Chinese bakkie is launching in South Africa soon

2024/04/03 11:00:40

Another Chinese car brand is coming to South Africa with plans to launch its double-cab T60 bakkie in May 2024.

Suzuki Jimny recalled in South Africa – what you need to know

2024/03/28 10:46:32

The Suzuki Jimny is being recalled in South Africa due to a fuel pump problem that was discovered during a recall notice in the Australian market.

The top 10 used cars South Africans are buying right now

2024/03/18 09:26:30

South Africans are increasingly moving to the used-car market amid the cost of living crisis, and AutoTrader has highlighted the top 10 cars in hot demand right now.

Here is the expected petrol price for April

2024/03/15 10:46:28

South African motorists can expect a lighter blow in April when it comes to petrol prices, with the latest data showing a much smaller hike on the cards than at the start of the month.

The 13 best cars in South Africa – according to South African motorists

2024/03/08 10:54:02

Cars.co.za, a platform for used cars, has recently announced the winners of its annual 2023/2024 Consumer Awards.

Here is the official petrol price for March

2024/03/05 10:33:45

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy has published the latest official fuel price adjustments, which will kick in from Wednesday, 6 March 2024.

Major petrol price storm about to hit South Africa

2024/02/19 13:08:26

South African consumers are heading into a fuel price storm, with a petrol and diesel hike coming in March, possible fuel tax hikes in April, and the wider impact on transport, shelf prices and inflation likely to be felt in the months that follow.

Disky – The top-rated WhatsApp licence renewal service in South Africa

2024/02/14 11:43:35

Disky is the best way for South Africans to renew their vehicle licence disc – and its fantastic online reviews are proof of this.

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