8 most expensive (mostly hot) hatchbacks to buy in SA's new car market

The hatchback was once the go-to body style for those in the market for something affordable, offering a compact footprint, practical...

18 Oct

It's not 'us vs them' - How motorists and cyclists can coexist on South African roads

Following many months of Covid-related postponements, the 2021 cycling season has kicked off. However, all road users need to play their...

08 Oct

Cheap isn't always best: The benefits of maintaining your car at a franchise dealer

Independent Service Providers may now be allowed to service and maintain your car, but ignoring the 'fine print' can have a devastating...

01 Oct

Don't become a statistic: Heritage weekend carnage - crashes 25% more likely and 40% more severe

Long weekends often spell carnage on South African roads. According to historical claims data, motorists are 25% more likely to be...

23 Sep

SEE | These pre-owned vehicles boast some of the highest mileages you'll ever see

Mileage is an important factor for prospective buyers of pre-owned vehicles but these ones listed on the Autotrader dealer classifieds...

22 Sep

The 5 most fuel-efficient new petrol vehicles you could buy in South Africa right now

As petrol prices continue their upward trend (along with the general cost of living), fuel efficiency plays a more prominent role in...

06 Sep

Will an insurer come to my aid if my driving licence is expired? Here's what you should know

SA motorists are concerned that insurance companies will not pay if they drive with expired licences. SAIA puts vehicle owners at ease...

26 Aug

SEE | 4 cool facts about the Toyota Corolla - the world's most popular nameplate

Spanning a 55-year history with more than 50-million customers across the world, here are a few interesting facts to know about the...

25 Aug

Mild, full or plug-in? Hybrid car tech explained

The shift to electric mobility is speeding up, particularly in Europe but also here in South Africa, where order books for fully electric...

25 Aug

Mixed relief for SA motorists as fuel prices for September see slight adjustments

Fuel price outlooks are showing modest changes in all grades of fuel.

17 Aug

Time's up, SA - Motorists warned to renew expired driving licences ahead of end-August deadline

South African motorists with expired vehicle discs and driving licences are warned that the grace period for renewals stops at the end of...

16 Aug

Why it's important to keep your car cool in winter too, even if it drives like a dream

It may sound illogical, but when locked in the jaws of an icy winter, your car is just as likely to suffer cooling problems as it is...

13 Aug

SEE | Here are the 3 cheapest new hybrids in South Africa … and the 3 most expensive

Hybrid vehicles are hardly cut-price and quite a bit more expensive than equivalent models powered purely by either petrol or diesel. But...

09 Aug

SEE | 5 reasons why you shouldn't opt to fit a panoramic sunroof as an option on your new car

Panoramic sunroofs greatly improves the aesthetics of the vehicle it is fitted to, often costing as much as R30 000 as an optional extra....

07 Aug

Here's how 2021's fuel price increases have affected you as a motorist

South African motorists were dealt a massive blow in August 2021 when fuel reached record-high prices.

04 Aug

How a fouled spark plug can cause stuttering fibrillations and tribulations in a classic Merc W123

Nothing quite matches the frustration levels of driving a car that has suddenly lost the use of one of its cylinders.

04 Aug

A step-by-step guide to getting your driving licence in South Africa

To drive legally on South African roads, one needs to have a driving licence. And if you're not sure how to get one, these steps are to...

15 Jul

Make sure this option is ticked on your car insurance policy as civil unrests rise in SA

With civil unrest on the rise in South Africa, car owners are encouraged to add Sasria cover to their insurance policies. Here's why.

15 Jul