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October fuel price: Here’s what you’re likely to pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

2025/09/29 11:38:58

South Africans can expect moderate adjustments to the price of petrol and diesel from Wednesday, October 1, after a stronger rand outpaced higher oil prices.

Here is the expected petrol price for October

2025/09/17 09:47:02

According to the latest fuel recoveries data, petrol prices are still on track for a small increase next month, with an under-recovery of 8 to 16 cents per litre.

Major international car brand expanding in South Africa

2025/09/12 11:11:52

Japan’s Nissan Motor Co has committed to expanding its operations in South Africa amid a wider global restructuring, and in the face of major difficulties for other carmakers in the country.

Big trouble for Mercedes in South Africa

2025/09/09 12:06:03

Mercedes-Benz Group AG is considering allowing a rival to share its South African plant after the US ended a key trade pact, a move that has raised questions over the viability of the plant, according to people familiar with the matter.

Here is the official petrol price for September

2025/09/02 14:35:09

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 3 September 2025.

The new law that could stop people from selling their car in South Africa

2025/08/27 09:56:01

The new Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act could stop motorists from selling their cars if they have unresolved fines.

Major Ford safety recall in South Africa – these are the models affected

2025/08/19 14:32:30

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has issued a major safety recall for multiple models in the country, affecting thousands of Ford Ranger drivers in particular.

International car brand making a big return to South Africa

2025/08/14 15:20:07

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV), a subsidiary of India’s largest automotive company, Tata Motors, has officially announced its return to South Africa.

Here is the official petrol price for August

2025/08/05 12:45:05

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.

Driving licence warning for South Africa

2025/07/30 10:04:06

South Africans have been warned to always keep their driving licences on hand, or risk being fined. Those impacted by the application backlog also need to provide valid proof.

Major American car brand rolling out new dealerships across South Africa

2025/07/22 10:10:41

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa is planning a major expansion of its dealership footprint across South Africa, with dealer partners committing over R900 million in investment over the next three years.

South Africa’s driving licence demerit system gets new launch date

2025/07/11 12:30:58

South Africa’s demerit points system for drivers will come into full effect in September 2026, following a phased rollout of the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Act starting in December 2025.

The survival of these businesses under threat in South Africa

2025/07/08 14:30:30

The survival of smaller or independent car dealerships is under threat in South Africa due to shrinking margins, global competition, and shifts in consumer behaviour.

SA new vehicle sales surge

2025/07/04 14:12:01

South Africa’s new vehicle market maintained strong domestic demand in June 2025, closing the month with 47,294 units sold — an 18.7% increase from the 39,850 vehicles sold in June 2024. This growth reflects a broad-based recovery in both consumer and fleet purchases, according to the latest data from Naamsa.

Here is the official petrol price for July

2025/07/01 14:28:18

The Department of Petroleum and Mineral Resources has published the official fuel price adjustments that will take effect on Wednesday, 2 July 2025.

Bombshell for petrol prices in South Africa

2025/06/24 13:34:16

The United States’ decision to bomb nuclear sites in Iran this weekend has already started sending shockwaves through global markets, and oil prices are expected to rise sharply as a result.

Alarm bells for anyone who fills up with diesel in South Africa

2025/06/19 10:18:27

South Africa has a major contaminated diesel problem, part of a wider illicit fuel industry that costs the fiscus around R3.6 billion annually.

South Africa must say goodbye to driving licence cards

2025/06/13 10:02:38

South Africa’s only driving licence card printer faces a production backlog of around 733,000 cards, and shifting to digital driving licences would provide immediate relief and prevent further backlogs.

May vehicle sales wrap: 50 top selling vehicles and expert insights after buoyant month

2025/06/04 13:19:44

South African new vehicle sales rode a wave of optimism in May, with the market growing by a significant 22% year-on-year, according to Naamsa.

The Chinese brand that wants to build more cars in South Africa

2025/05/27 11:59:36

Chinese carmaker BAIC plans to expand its manufacturing capabilities in South Africa despite a troubled start.

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