GWM expands Haval H6 range with new plug-in hybrid options
Great Wall Motors (GWM) has expanded its new energy vehicle (NEV) footprint in South Africa with the introduction of two plug-in hybrid (PHEV) derivatives to the Haval H6 range. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe reports.
The thrill of doing the ‘meerkat dance’ on dirt
Embodying the ‘meerkat’ posture on a bike provides the control and visibility essential for conquering South Africa’s most challenging farm tracks.
The Kove 800X Pro – tough enough for the farm, fun enough for the weekend
The Kove 800X Pro is a disruptive newcomer. With its punchy 71kW engine and a lightweight, agile frame, it’s built for the veld. A 275mm ground clearance and 400km range make it a rugged farm-to-town tool, offering high-spec performance at a price that turns heads.
Renault adds turbo punch to its Kiger compact SUV range
Renault recently added turbocharged variants to its popular compact crossover SVY Kiger range. The Citizen’s Mark Jones reports.
Isuzu D-Max shows single cabs can be comfortable companions
Bakkie manufacturers don’t give single cabs to the media due to them generally being regarded as workhorses without the bells and whistles from fancier double cabs. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch was gobsmacked when a single cab arrived for a three-month stay.
BYD Shark bakkie lacks the stamina for all-day hunting
The BYD Shark is the fastest production bakkie in South Africa, but its battery needs some mindful management before taking down its rivals, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
Monitoring the farm on two wheels
While motorbikes provide much pleasure, adventure, and relaxation to two-wheel enthusiasts, they also serve as a practical, fuel-efficient way of monitoring tough farm terrain, writes Jedrie Harmse.
The updated Isuzu D-Max remains elusive in South Africa
Even though the face-lifted Isuzu D-Max was rolled out in other markets more than two years ago, South Africans are still waiting for the updated bakkie, writes The Citizen’s Charl Bosch.
JMC Vigus Pro ready to stir the entry-level bakkie pot
After a 10-year hiatus, Chinese manufacturer Jiangling Motors Corporation (JMC) has returned to South Africa with the budget beater Vigus Pro bakkie, writes The Citizen’s Charl Bosch.
Toyota gears up for SA rollout of all-new RAV4
The latest generation of the world’s best-selling car model of 2024, the Toyota RAV4, is heading to South Africa this year. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch reports.
Tata in for a rough ride in re-establishing itself in SA with Harrier
Indian carmaker Tata re-entered the local passenger car market last year with a line-up headed by the brand’s only diesel offering, the Harrier. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch put the SUV to the test.
Updated Volvo XC60 plug-in hybrid holds firm despite its age
The XC60, Volvo’s best-selling SUV, recently received a makeover and some new interior features. The Citizen’s Mark Jones reports.
Lexus LX seamlessly swaps petrol for hybrid powertrain
With the hybrid indicated by a lowercase ‘h’ in its new 700 nomenclature, the electrified Lexus LX, on paper, is the opposite of the petrol-fuelled LX600 it replaces. The Citizen’s Charl reports.
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Chery Tiggo 9: anything but ‘just another mommy wagon’
Picture this: a seven-seater SUV that manages impressive fuel efficiency while delivering 455kW of power and 920Nm of torque. That’s what you get with the Chery Tiggo 9 CHS Vanguard, writes The Citizen’s Mark Jones.
BYD Sealion 5 shaking things up as SA’s cheapest plug-in hybrid
BYD might be a new player in South Africa, but it’s already making waves with its new energy vehicles, writes The Citizen’s Mark Jones.
Foton ramps up bakkie range with brash Tunland V7 and V9
Having made steady progress with its Tunland G7 bakkies, Foton has rolled out the big boys in the V7 and V9. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch reports.
Ford Tourneo Custom pair makes vans an attractive alternative
While sedans and hatchbacks lose ground to SUVs and crossovers, vans have quietly stayed in their lane. However, models like the Ford Tourneo Custom Sport and Titanium X now make them more appealing, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
Classy Kia Carnival offers the best of both worlds
Multipurpose vehicles, or MPVs, usually feature body-colour rear window trim and carry passengers and cargo. Technically an MPV, the Kia Carnival has too much style to be lumped in with that riff-raff, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
Subaru Forester shows that quality trumps quantity
Subaru is hardly visible on a map of South Africa’s motoring landscape. But the Japanese carmaker’s existence presents an excellent case of quality over quantity. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe reports.
