Cars

iCAUR V27 Takes top interior design honours at 2026 Torino Automotive Design Award The iCAUR V27 was named Best Interior Design in the Premium Car category at the 2026 Torino Automotive Design Award. Judges praised the cabin’s blend of modern styling, everyday functionality, and intuitive technology. This win builds on the momentum of the V23, …

The OMODA X made its global debut in Wuhu, China, previewing the next evolution of OMODA’s Cyber Mecha design language. The X builds on the design direction introduced by the C4, which is due to launch and later enter production in South Africa in 2027. OMODA X forms part of a broader next-generation product push, …

OMODA & JAECOO officially launch J5 SHS and J5 BEV, expanding its electrified line-up in South Africa OMODA & JAECOO South Africa has expanded the local J5 line-up with the J5 SHS and J5 BEV, giving customers a choice of petrol, hybrid and fully electric powertrains. The J5 SHS combines a turbocharged 1.5-litre petrol engine …

It only takes a second. A shopping trolley brushes against your car, you misjudge a tight parking space, or someone opens their door a little too enthusiastically. And just like that, there’s a scratch that definitely wasn’t there this morning. The question is, can you sort it out yourself, or is your wallet about to …

FOURWAYS, Johannesburg – Automotive restoration specialist Metalcross Vehicle Makeover Clinic has released an industry-focused advisory examining the quality disparities within the South African collision repair market. The publication serves as an educational resource, equipping motorists with the knowledge required to distinguish professional repair facilities from substandard, informal operations. The Structural Dangers of Informal Repairs The …

Built on the brand’s Golden REEV platform, the SUV offers up to 150 km of electric-only range and more than 1,000 km of combined driving range for cost-conscious consumers. The iCAUR V27 uses Golden REEV technology to deliver an electric-first driving experience with lower fuel consumption and reduced operating costs. A 34.3 kWh battery provides …

The City of Johannesburg, in collaboration with the Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) and the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA), will officially launch the Alexandra Automotive Hub on Thursday, 22 October 2026, in Marlboro, Sandton. The launch marks an important milestone in the refurbishment and operationalisation of the Alexandra Automotive Hub, an initiative aimed …

iCAUR V25 makes global debut with BEV and REEV powertrains iCAUR has unveiled the new V25, joining the V23 and V27 to complete its V-Series SUV range. The V25 will be offered with BEV and REEV powertrains, intelligent all-wheel drive and extensive factory-integrated customisation options. iCAUR also showcased three officially customised V-Series models, with selected …

Table of Contents As Gauteng heads into spring storm season, Blackrock Towing wants motorists, fleet managers and business owners to know that round-the-clock help is only a call away. The Johannesburg-based company offers 24/7 towing and roadside assistance across greater Gauteng. October usually brings the Highveld’s first heavy afternoon storms, and the year-end travel rush …

Table of Contents JOHANNESBURG, October 2026. A car that has been battered by hail or written off by an insurer is not worthless, and Damaged Cars Wanted wants Gauteng motorists to know it. The vehicle buying service is run by Lou Appel’s Auto Spares from its yard on Booysens Road in Selby. With the Highveld …

Table of Contents South Africa’s automotive retail sector is changing rapidly, with advances in artificial intelligence, growing access to data and evolving customer expectations transforming how dealerships attract buyers, manage stock and make business decisions.Against this backdrop, AutoTrader will bring the dealer community together for Dealer Connect 2026, the most anticipated automotive event of the …

Table of Contents When a household budget takes an unexpected knock in October, the timing rarely feels convenient. The school year is entering its last term, spring has brought longer days and fuller diaries, and plenty of families are already planning for December. Then the geyser bursts, a medical bill arrives, or a client is …

Table of Contents A car that no longer runs still has value. That is the message Lou Appel’s Auto Spares in Selby, Johannesburg is sharing with motorists this October, as households across South Africa start their spring clean-ups and take stock of the vehicles sitting idle on their properties. Some of those cars were written …

South Africans bought more used vehicles in September, with average selling prices also increasing as Toyota strengthened its lead in the market. At a Glance – September 2026 Car Sales Used Cars Sales: 33,824 (+1.4% MoM, -1.7% YoY) Average price: R432,938 (+3.4% MoM, +3.5% YoY) Top seller (overall): Ford Ranger (1,922 units) Top seller (passenger …

The Cape 1000, the 1,000-mile grand touring rally through some of the Western Cape’s most spectacular scenery, has been shortlisted in the Rally or Tour of the Year category at the 2026 International Historic Motoring Awards. The shortlisting recognises the event’s distinctive grand touring regularity format, its carefully curated field of rare and collectible vehicles, …

FOURWAYS, Johannesburg – Automotive repair specialist Metalcross Vehicle Makeover Clinic has released an industry guide detailing the technical classification of vehicle damage. The publication provides South African motorists with an objective breakdown of how a professional panel beater assesses scratches, dents, and structural impacts, offering much-needed transparency into auto body repair quoting. Demystifying Repair CategoriesThe …

The Subaru Forester Sport and Premium sit at the upper end of the Forester range, offering the same core SUV strengths with added comfort, convenience and visual appeal. Both models are powered by Subaru’s 2.5-litre Boxer petrol engine and feature standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, strong practicality, generous safety equipment and a well-equipped cabin. The Sport …

Rising fuel costs accelerate South Africans’ shift toward fuel-efficient motoring and alternative energy, Cars.co.za’s consumer data shows JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – With October fuel-price adjustments projected to push inland 95-unleaded petrol close to the R30-per-litre threshold, South African motorists are fundamentally re-evaluating their transport budgets. However, new platform data from Cars.co.za reveals that rather than …

From everyday connectivity and convenience to elevated comfort and intelligent driver assistance, the two L6 specifications bring their own flavour to the daily drive. The LEPAS L6 is offered in Javan and Pantera derivatives, both powered by the same 108 kW/225 N.m 1.5-litre turbocharged engine paired with a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Javan blends comfort, …

At a Glance – August 2026 Car Sales Used Cars Sales: 33,346 (-4.1% MoM, -3.1% YoY) Average price: R418,649 (-3.4% MoM, +0.1% YoY) Top seller (overall): Ford Ranger (1,955 units) Top seller (passenger car): Volkswagen Polo Vivo (1,226 units) Trend: Sales softened after July’s rebound, although Suzuki and four of the 10 best-selling models remained …

FOURWAYS, Gauteng – Metalcross Vehicle Makeover Clinic has released an advisory guide examining the realistic progression and cost implications of leaving a car scratch unrepaired, aiming to provide South African motorists with an evidence-based framework rather than generalised urgency. Distinguishing Cosmetic Damage from Genuine Risk The guide draws a clear distinction between scratches that remain …

At around R550,000, buyers have no shortage of compact SUVs to choose from. One of the most familiar is the Volkswagen T-Cross, which has built a solid reputation as a sensible, economical and easy-to-live-with crossover. The range-topping T-Cross 1.0 TSI R-Line currently costs R548,400. For R539,900, however, buyers can have the Omoda C7 1.6T Luxury, …

South Africa sold almost as many new-energy vehicles in the first seven months of 2026 as it did in the whole of 2025. Buyers chose 8,078 conventional hybrids, 5,851 plug-in hybrids and 2,360 fully electric vehicles. Together, they represented 88% year-on-year growth, according to Naamsa. Manufacturers have to sell into that variety long before they …

Used cars took an average of 37 days to sell in the first half of 2026, but some popular models moved considerably sooner. AutoTrader’s mid-year figures give dealers more to work with when deciding what to stock. A used car can look like a good buy when it arrives at a dealership and a less …