All-new Hyundai Santa Fe shows its hip to be square
Hyundai’s seven-seat Santa Fe SUV was initially built to blend in. But the hybrid-only latest reiteration of the Korean carmaker’s flagship local product is meant to stand out, says The...
Chery planning to make local bakkie segment even sweeter
After saturating the local SUV scene with dozens of models over the past few years, the bakkie segment is next on the list for Chinese carmakers. Chery has become the...
Toyota Fortuner GR-Sport: more than just a fancy suit
The Toyota Fortuner has consistently been South Africa’s best-selling bakkie-based SUV since 2006. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch drove the GR-Sport, the latest addition and probably the last model to be...
The many uses of cattle rails
The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe has fond memories of holding onto the cattle rails of his uncle’s bakkie for dear life, with Lovely the collie by his side, on...
Renault Duster enters new era without diesel engines
The big news around the all-new Renault Duster’s local introduction was the discontinuation of the venerable diesel engines. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe looks at how the crossover is...
GWM continues its bakkie onslaught with the P300
After the introduction of the new flagship in Great Wall Motor’s bakkie line-up, the P500, the old P-Series moniker, is now being changed to P300. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch explains...
Isuzu brings 4 x 4 power, reliability and innovation to Nampo 2025
ISUZU Motors South Africa is proud to announce its participation in Nampo 2025, showcasing a powerful lineup that embodies its long-standing heritage in the agriculture sector.
Age catches up with the Nissan Navara
The Navara line-up was increased last year in Nissan’s effort to win back market share. The Citizen’s Mark Jones sampled the top-of-the-range Pro-4X to see how the double cab compares...
One of a kind: the Ford Transit Custom Sport
It’s hard to believe there was once a gap in the van segment between plush people movers and cargo carriers, yet the Ford Transit Custom Sport has plugged that gap,...
The Toyota Corolla Cross raises the bar
The Corolla Cross is the best-selling SUV in South Africa, but it faces growing competition from the influx of SUVs from China. To make sure it stays ahead of the...
GWM Tank 300 HEV: Leading the charge in hybrid SUV innovation
The GWM Tank 300 HEV, a feature-packed hybrid SUV, brings impressive fuel efficiency, safety, and off-road capability - setting a new standard for the future of SUVs.
Astron Energy provides cutting edge solutions
New Astron Energy Quartech fuel offers petrol and diesel formulated with the premium additives Quartech and Quatech D.
The new JAC T9: an affordable, luxurious workhorse
The new JAC T9 is certainly great value for money by offering features and driver comforts that compare with brands twice its retail price.
Farming in style with the all-new Isuzu D-MAX X-Rider
For the discerning farming and agricultural specialists in search of a dependable workhorse bakkie, the Isuzu D-MAX X-Rider shines as the epitome of versatility, power and style.
Mitsubishi’s limited edition double cab
The Mitsubishi Triton GLX offers everything bakkie owners will ever need from a work or leisure vehicle, says the manufacturer.
The impressive GWM P-Series LTD
It is remarkable how the motoring industry, much like the agriculture sector, goes up and down. The technological advancements recently introduced in multiple vehicles across various price brackets demonstrate how...
New JAC Motors double-cab series on its way
From electric to diesel, these big, beefy vehicles will come in several versions, each showing that, when it comes to bakkies at least, size really does matter to customers.
Hyundai Venue Cargo impresses with space and features
Hyundai’s Venue Cargo features a secure cargo hold, has a payload of 500kg, and promises to be a popular small commercial vehicle.
Next-Gen Ford Wildtrak – a stunning blend of capability and luxury
The Wildtrak will appeal as much to first-generation buyers as to the Ranger faithful, says Ellis Mnyandu, who took it on a 1 200km test drive.
Diesel vs petrol. Which one is right for you?
Which car you should invest in is a difficult choice, as there are so many options on the market. First to consider, however, says Janine Ryan, is whether you should...
