The GWM P500: large and in charge
Chinese brands are the talk of the town, with bakkies hot on the heels of the influx of SUVs from the Asian nation. Charl Bosch put GWM’s flagship bakkie, the P500, to the test.
Plush Omoda C9 not too fancy for a proper street fight
Omoda made a big splash with the introduction of the C9 PHEV, parading it around as a fashion accessory at high-profile events. But there is a hardcore performance side to this SUV.
Suzuki ‘half-loaf’ will put in a full shift
The Nissan NP200 has been replaced by all sorts of alternatives, including one-tonner single cabs, converted SUVs, and cargo hatchbacks. However, the most interesting of the lot is a unique little van called the Suzuki Eeco, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
Foton Tunland G7 single-cab 4×4 offers real value for money
Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer Foton has expanded its local Tunland G7 bakkie range with the introduction of a work-ready single-cab four-wheel drive derivative. The Citizen’s Charl Bosch put it to the test.
Classy Volvo XC90 not ready to lay down arms in electric race
While Volvo is moving towards complete electrification, the updated XC90 shows the Swedish carmaker values the role of hybrid technology for the time being.
Jaecoo J5 is ready to make waves
Chinese carmakers have been growing their local market share at the rate of knots over the last few years. The introduction of the Jaecoo J5 will further ensure the upward curve.
Why it pays to fit farm machinery with quality tyres
Farmers often underestimate the value of using premium-quality tyres in good condition. Willouw Goosen, Bridgestone’s development manager of Agri, spoke to Glenneis Kriel about common mistakes farmers make that negatively impact tyre performance.
Electric G-Wagon can sprint, climb mountains, do party tricks
The AMG G63 is the badge most associated with Mercedes-Benz’s iconic G-Wagon, but the all-new electrified G580 makes a strong case for about R4 million, writes The Citizen’s Mark Jones.
The Legend lives on as Toyota Hilux rolls out the 55 model
The Toyota Hilux is South Africa’s undisputed favourite bakkie. The addition of the Legend badge makes it even more sought-after.
GWM Haval H7 breaks the SUV mould with left-field styling
The market is so saturated with SUVs that it’s getting harder to tell them apart. But every now and then, an SUV like the GWM Haval H7 comes along and does things differently, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
New VW Tayron: more than just a seven-seater Tiguan
The seven-seater Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace SUV has officially been replaced by the Tayron, a moniker used only in China until now.
Updated Isuzu MU-X hits R1 million mark
The Isuzu D-Max bakkie might be a local favourite, but its MU-X SUV sibling is miles behind segment heavyweights like the Toyota Fortuner and Ford Everest. The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe took the updated MU-X for a spin to find out if it is capable of gaining any ground on its rivals.
Chery Tiggo Cross vs Corolla Cross: battle of the hybrids
Up until now, Toyota has weathered the onslaught of SUVs from China, with the Corolla Cross being one of its trump cards. But these waters could soon get choppy with the arrival of the Chery Tiggo Cross HEV.
MG’s flagship HS SUV holds its own in tough segment
Chinese-owned iconic British brand MG made big splash with the Cyberster, its all-electric convertible sports car. But the bulk of its sales will come from a more conventional SUV pair in the form of the HS and ZS.
Stealth badge returns to help spruce up dated Nissan Navara
The Nissan Navara in its current guise has been around for 11 years, making it one of the oldest bakkies currently available in South Africa. But while it might be old, it is far from cold.
Merc hits the spot with Vito Select
With the new V-Class only offered in flagship V300d guise, Mercedes-Benz was left with a gap in its line-up for a more accessible family van. Enter the Vito Select, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
More to game viewers than meets the eye
Sustained by tourists’ strong foreign currencies, South Africa’s game lodge industry offers opportunities, such as converting standard vehicles into game viewers.
VW slashes T-Cross Base model’s price to attract more buyers
The onslaught of Chinese cars introduced to local market has been relentless over the past few years, and heritage brands are starting to feel the pressure.
Porsche Cayenne GTS lives large in a changing world
The Porsche Cayenne GTS Coupé shatters SUV stereotypes, delivering thrilling performance and an intoxicating V8 soundtrack. This powerhouse proves that a practical family vehicle can indeed be a dynamic, purist-pleasing driver’s car.
BYD Shark out to prove its credentials
BYD’s presence in South Africa has been low-key due to the Chinese carmaker only offering all-electric models. That’s about to change with the arrival of the plug-in hybrid Shark bakkie, writes The Citizen’s Jaco van der Merwe.
