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SA's new vehicle sales continue to defy the odds: These were the top 15 carmakers in AprilThe moment of impact: see how the Chery Tiggo 9 held up in real-world testingHyundai issues recall of 2011 i30 and Elantra models over airbag safety risksSpeeding can cost you more than a fine – insurers may reject your claimShocking crash caught on video in Pretoria linked to apparent drag raceWhy local vehicle manufacturing matters more than ever in South AfricaGeely showcases groundbreaking vehicles and future tech at the Beijing Auto ShowMay fuel price higher than expected: Here’s what you'll pay for petrol and diesel from WednesdayRecords tumble as Wolk and Zeelie dominate 16th Simola Hillclimb in KnysnaChery KP31 bakkie set for South Africa with diesel plug-in hybrid to rival Hilux and RangerKimi Antonelli makes history in Miami with hattrick pole/winMeet the millennial leading the Miami Grand PrixValtteri Bottas on the 'ugly side' of the Mercedes years in Lewis Hamilton's shadowThe Chery Q EV is coming to South Africa to disrupt the cheap electric car marketOil price shock as Brent Crude hits $126 – But will it affect May's fuel price?Fuel price forecast: Where petrol and diesel are heading in May following the tax relief extensionNew FIA rules ban ‘boost mode’ in rain ahead of Miami Grand PrixMG ZS Pro 1.5T Luxury: Is this SA’s best value compact SUV under R450k?Why ending South Africa's fuel tax reprieve may be premature, and damaging to the economyLong-term wrap: Ford Ranger XLT gets it right by keeping things realChery Tiggo V revealed: a game-changing SUV that doubles as a bakkieWhy 2026 is Lewis Hamilton’s best shot at a record eighth world TitlePICTURES | Auto China 2026: A showcase of global automotive innovation in BeijingMercedes-Benz GLA Night Edition: A darker expression of everyday driveMore than just letters: a cheeky breakdown of Cape Town’s number platesChery’s South African expansion: Jetour models and bakkies to be built locallyFreelander returns as a Chinese adventure vehicle ready to take on the worldJAC T8 is now South Africa’s cheapest double cab bakkie: Here's what it offers for R349,900Porsche sells Bugatti stake to BlueFive CapitalPresidential power play: Gayton McKenzie to haul out Cyril Ramaphosa in bid to bring F1 to South AfricaHelmut Marko backs Kimi Antonelli for 2026 F1 title: Now he can win the world championship"Why your car insurance premium differs from your neighbour’sLando Norris warns F1 'won't be the same' if Max Verstappen quits amid regulation rowLessons from the N3: Why awareness still matters most on SA roadsBMW 7 Series facelift debuts with Neue Klasse tech, fresh design and EV range boostREVIEW: Tata Curvv brings bold style to SUV market, but does it deliver where it counts?End of the road? Why Max Verstappen’s early retirement is no longer unthinkable‘Don't give up’: Team Independent's Stephan Jacobs wins Fortuner Challenge 2026 after gruelling two-day contestMeet the GEN4: Formula E’s 600kW electric supercar hits 335km/hThe blind spot crisis: Are thicker A-pillars making our roads less safe?REVIEW | Jaecoo J5 is a value-focused SUV with modern cabin tech - these are the pros and cons10 proven ways to reduce fuel consumption and save money at the pumpWhat will petrol and diesel cost in May? The outlook has improved, but still a moving targetJMC Vigus arrives in SA showrooms offering 4x4 capability at half a million randFacelifted Ford Territory arrives in South Africa with lower pricing: Here's what's new for 2026Sweat and strategy mark day one of the Toyota Fortuner Challenge in Cape TownExplore the MG ZS Pro: a compact SUV with premium features at an affordable priceIsuzu South Africa boosts D-Max bakkie and truck production by 21%Is Nissan’s next-gen ProPILOT better than a human? We tested it in TokyoWill FIA's compression crackdown hurt Mercedes title hopes?Don’t risk it, fix it: Toyota urges South Africans to act now on airbag recallMercedes play the long game with Kimi AntonelliIOL Investigation | South African petrol and diesel prices versus other countries: Is our fuel really overpriced?Indian Grand Prix a no-go in the eyes of F1Are South Africans turning to hybrids as fuel prices soar? Used data shows interesting trendNissan’s new bakkie roadmap: the future of diesel and electrification in AfricaNissan’s bold African pivot: growth strategy defies Pretoria plant closurePorsche 911 GT3 S/C rumbles in with exclusive lightweight features, R6.1m price tagJetour's T1 and T2 SUVs now available with plug-in hybrid tech: Here's how much they costLewis Hamilton: F1 champion opens up about loneliness and childhood bullyingAll-new Geely E2 touches down as South Africa’s most affordable EVNew HAVAL H7 Black Edition adds a darker edge to GWM’s growing SUV line-upCan the Toyota Hilux break a world record? See what’s happening at NAMPO ParkCape Town speedsters hitting the brakes as city rolls out more smart speed signsNissan unveils next-gen mobility strategy focused on AI, electrification and smarter vehiclesOmoda expands its reach into the hybrid space with the introduction of C5 SHSWill South Africans really face R40 diesel price next month? Here's what the CEF data shows so farKia Tasman first drive: can this bold newcomer topple the Ranger and Hilux?Chery PHEV road trip reveals real-world range gains, but charging is the key factorHyundai addresses Grand i10 safety concerns with new Executive grade — but is it enough?ANALYSIS | Rising fuel costs deepen inequality, hammer taxi-dependent workersVolkswagen Polo GTI Edition 20 launched in SA: Here's how it evolved over two decadesEnd of an era: Gianpiero Lambiase confirms Red Bull exit for McLaren as Verstappen rumours swellHow to successfully claim for pothole damage: Proving your caseCitroën Basalt SUVCoupé makes its South African debutSouth Africa's fuel taxes could come back to bite sooner than you thinkREVIEW: Chery Tiggo 9 CSH brings upmarket swagger to a core value brand11 New models! Here’s what Audi has in store for South Africa in 2026 and 2027Kia Tasman bakkie lands in SA to rival Hilux, Ranger: Pricing and featuresHow the Chery Tiggo 7 Executive stacks up for South African drivers prioritising safety and fuel useGeorge Russell v Kimi Antonelli: The internal battle for Mercedes supremacyJojo Robinson proves that going green is the new luxury as she eyes her first electric carDRIVEN: Honda Fit e:HEV — the hybrid that nails style, safety and efficiencyWar paused, oil down, but here’s why you shouldn’t get your hopes up for lower fuel pricesWhy the Ford Ranger XLT is the perfect daily driver and weekend warriorSouth Africa’s Isabel Roux and Lance Kime confirmed for 2026 Defender Trophy global finalDiesel price crisis only getting started: R10 increase likely for May if war doesn’t end soonUnveiling the Changan Uni-S: a game-changing SUV for South African driversNCC recalls Land Rover Defender and Jaguar I-Pace vehicles over safety concernsJuan Pablo Montoya tells frustrated Max Verstappen to 'shut up' or 'leave'Why George Russell needs to be ruthless this seasonF1 hits the brakes: Global conflict forces a high-stakes early season resetFuel price hikes hit hard: How to save fuel with smarter driving and vehicle careIs SA panic buying cars? Vehicle sales surged by 17.3% in March: These were the top 15 carmakersHere’s how much it will now cost you to drive between South Africa’s major citiesSANTACO reacts to April fuel price hikes: What it means for commutersCarmaker Stellantis recalls 700,000 hybrid vehiclesR1,000 sting for bakkie drivers: Here’s how much your monthly fuel bill will increase by in AprilChery invests in South Africa: local plant upgrade to boost jobs and suppliersRevised Ford Ranger bakkie: Pricing, updated line-up and powerful V6 options revealed