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News & Reviews by Ané Albertse

Author - Ané Albertse

Ané Albertse

Ané was bitten by the motoring bug at a very young age. Her mom recalls her sitting in her stroller as a 3-year old, naming every car that came past. She was creating content for various publications within Media24 when AutoTrader nabbed her for good, and is one of the longest-standing members of the AutoTrader team. She prefers dirt roads to tar and SUVs/bakkies to sports cars, but her greatest passion is helping people find the perfect car for their budget, lifestyle, and personality.
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Renault Duster
Buying a Car

New Renault Duster (2026) First Drive Review

The latest Renault Duster no longer hails from Romania where prices are set in Euros; instead, its Indian roots mean South Africans can actually afford to buy one! We drove the third-gen, Chennai-sourced Duster from Cape Town to Hermanus.
Author - Ané Albertse
Selling a Car
Selling a Car

R160 Billion in used cars sold on AutoTrader in 2025; here's what was sold

Our 2025 data show bakkies still dominate used-car sales, but another vehicle type is closing the gap as South African buyers get pickier about pricing. Here's what stood out.
Author - Ané Albertse
Kia Seltos
Buying a Car

What safety features does the Kia Seltos have?

Local motoring media are enamoured with the Kia Seltos, but how safe is it? We go through what every model in the lineup has in terms of potentially life-saving equipment.
Author - Ané Albertse
Toyota Hilux
Buying a Car

Toyota Hilux 2.4 GD-6 diesel confirmed for 2027: What buyers need to know

Wondering why the new Hilux doesn't have a 2.4 GD-6 yet? Toyota's confirmed when it's coming back, and what to do in the meantime.
Author - Ané Albertse
Buying a Car
Buying a Car

Are Chinese cars reliable? Real 3-year resale values in SA (2026 Data)

Many Chinese cars in SA have only recently arrived, but a few models already have a track record. Let's take a look!
Author - Ané Albertse
Buying a Car
Buying a Car

Top 5 used Bakkies in SA that hold their value better than any SUV

Discover which South African bakkies beat SUVs on resale value. Our data-backed analysis spotlights 5 specific models that dominate. See who won!
Author - Ané Albertse
Kia Seltos
Buying a Car

New Kia Seltos (2026) First Drive Review

South Africans are willing to gamble on lesser-known brands if the car looks good and the price is right, but what if heritage brands can keep their pricing competitive and offer cars with style, tech, spec, space, and value? Does the new Seltos manage to fulfil that criterion? Let's find out!
Author - Ané Albertse
Buying a Car
Buying a Car

EVs and hybrids in South Africa: Why more buyers are making the switch

AutoTrader data reveals a massive 154.6% year-on-year surge in electric vehicle interest. Discover why everyday South African car buyers are ditching traditional petrol cars and how affordable Chinese brands are completely transforming the market.
Author - Ané Albertse
Changan Hunter

Changan Hunter K50 REEV (2026) Double-Cab Review

We review the new R799 900 Changan Hunter REEV in South Africa. Does this 200kW range-extended electric bakkie solve hybrid range anxiety?
Author - Ané Albertse
BYD Dolphin Surf
Buying a Car

The 5 best similar cars to the BYD Dolphin Surf

So you want a proper electric car, but you're not too keen on the BYD Dolphin Surf? These five alternatives will give you a bit more power and look more sophisticated, too.
Author - Ané Albertse