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Road safety tips ahead of the holiday season
As December approaches and the final plans are set for the festive holiday season, South Africans need to be mindful of road safety ahead of their journeys. Simple vehicle maintenance and quick checks at home can ensure a safe and happy journey to your destination of...
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Peugeot ready to make South African comeback
Peugeot is set to make a return to the South African vehicle market after a two-year hiatus. The parent company, Groupe PSA, will relaunch Peugeot alongside Citroën, under the Peugeot Citroën South Africa (PCSA) brand, before the end of 2019. Peugeot is an indirect...
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Government compiling position paper on EVs
The South African government is making headway with its support of electric vehicles (EVs) and the rollout of a nationwide charging network. The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition is working alongside the automotive sector to compile a position paper...
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Citroën returns to South Africa with three new models
French car manufacturer, Citroën, has made its return to the South African market following a three-year absence. The brand’s parent company, Groupe PSA, has reclaimed ownership of Citroën in South Africa and are planning to mark their return with the launch of three...
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Finalists announced for 2019/20 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards
A selection of 39 vehicles has made it through to the finals of the 2019/20 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards. A total of 65 vehicles were chosen by the Cars.co.za editorial team, but now the top three finalists in each of the 13 categories have been chosen. These vehicles...
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Isuzu explores alternative fuels for its trucks
Isuzu Motors South Africa is busy exploring the possibilities of using alternative fuels for two of its trucks. The company is hoping to find a more sustainable option for vehicle propulsion for the African market. Isuzu is currently looking at compressed natural gas...
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Formex CEO interviewed for Leadership Online
Formex Industries chief executive officer (CEO) Hennie Venter spoke to Leadership Online about the recent work done by the automotive parts manufacturer. Venter explained how production capacity at Formex has been strategically increased in order to meet the growing...
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Mercedes-Benz to launch new electric SUV in South Africa
The German auto giant, Mercedes-Benz, will launch a new battery-powered electric vehicle (EV) in South Africa. The Mercedes-Benz EQC will go on sale in 2020, making it the fourth full-EV on the local market. Existing EVs currently on sale include the Nissan Leaf, BMW...
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Top 10 most searched-for budget cars so far in 2019
Budget cars are immensely popular in South Africa due to their small sizes, affordable prices and fuel efficiency. These vehicles all cost under R140 000 and don’t break the bank when it comes to running costs and fuel. The budget car market is incredibly competitive...
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Bell Equipment to launch South African-made truck in America
Machine and industry manufacturer, Bell Equipment, is planning to launch a new addition to its American product portfolio. The company will launch a South African-made off-road truck in Las Vegas in 2020. Bell chief executive officer (CEO) Leon Goosen says that the...
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Ford recycles over one billion plastic bottles into vehicle parts every year
One of Formex Industries’ original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers, Ford Motor Company, is paving the way for sustainability in the automotive industry. Ford recycles around 1.2-billion plastic bottles every year to manufacture underbody vehicle parts. The main...
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New African car brand launches in South Africa
A brand new African car brand, named Mureza Auto Co, has been launched in South Africa. The vehicle brand made its debut at the Automechanika Johannesburg show in September 2019. Mureza has started a platform-sharing agreement with the SAIPA Group in Iran to share...
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