Since 1996, VW has been producing the much loved Polo at the Kariega plant in Eastern Cape. Recently, they celebrated two million units built!
South Africa’s automotive industry is powering ahead, continuing its push toward breaking the 500,000-unit annual sales barrier. According to naamsa the Automotive Business Council, total new vehicle sales reached 55,956 units in October, the highest monthly total since March 2015 and 16% higher compared to the same month last year.
“The combination of easing inflation,…
Continental Tyre South Africa has joined forces with Mercedes-Benz South Africa as its tyre partner for the AMG Experience, which is based at Zwartkops Raceway near Pretoria.
This partnership sees Continental’s SportContact 7 ultra high-performance (UHP) tyre fitted across the fleet of Mercedes-AMG models that are used for driver training, delivering exceptional driving precision…
October treats
October brought plenty of treats for Suzuki Auto South Africa, with no tricks in sight. Riding the rising momentum in new car sales, the Japanese carmaker hit a new overall milestone.
According to the latest official report from industry body naamsa, Suzuki sold 6,890 passenger and light commercial vehicles, topping its previous August…
The Nissan Skyline on the street circuit. Image: Supplied
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Rospa International is well known to South African petrolheads, especially those with a performance or JDM slant. The company has imported desirable sportscars and JDM machines onto our shores.
Rospa also has a race team that showcases its own products.
The team…
Seldom you see keyboard warriors battling it out, but Toyota’s GR Cup has given some of some of the country’s best motoring writers a chance.
South Africa is a country blessed with diverse landscapes, from rugged coastlines and dramatic mountains to sweeping plains and lush forests. Coupled that with the best road network in Africa, and you ave yourself a scenic road trip.
With 369kW of naturally aspirated V8 power, a 0–100km/h sprint in just 3.5 seconds and an aggressive aerodynamic design, the Stingray delivers an unparalleled driving experience.
This November, motoring enthusiats and professionals who support the house of the rising sun will gather at Dezzi Raceway for Japan Drive.
The former king of the street, the Basil Green spec Ford Capri Perana V8, recently sold for R700,000 at auction with matching numbers.
AC Schnitzer, a German tuning company specializing in performance and aesthetic upgrades for BMW, has released its new G90 M5 goodies.
Hino Team Sugawara has made an early announcement confirming its entry in the 2026 Dakar Rally, which will be held in Saudi Arabia for the seventh time.