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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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Buying a Car
Buying a Car

Best used family SUVs under R200 000 for a December road trip

If your budget for a "new" car isn't looking too good, you can still pick up a decent used SUV for under R200 000 in SA; you just have to know where to look. These 10 cars are excellent family road-trip companions for the yearly exodus to the coast.
Author - Ané Albertse
Buying a Car
Buying a Car

Best used 7-seaters under R300 000

In need of a 7-seater for work or the family that won't break the bank? These budget options in the used-car market are worth looking into.
Author - Ané Albertse
Isuzu D-Max

New Isuzu 3.0Ddi X-Rider 4x4 (2026) Review: Worth the upgrade?

Isuzu obliged and placed a 3.0-litre turbo-diesel under the hood of the ever-popular X-Rider model. Now that it has more pulling power, how does it compare with similarly priced competitors?
Author - Ané Albertse
Automotive News
Automotive News

Best Black Friday Student Car Deals Under R200k this Black November

Looking for a safe, fuel-efficient first car on a budget? Check out verified Black November savings on the best student cars under R200k on AutoTrader.
Author - Ané Albertse
Automotive News
Automotive News

Best Black Friday Compact Crossover Deals 2026

Looking for compact crossover savings this Black Friday? Discover verified Black November deals on the Corolla Cross, T-Cross, Tiggo 4 Pro, and more.
Author - Ané Albertse
Automotive News
Automotive News

Best Black Friday Deals for Uber Drivers 2026

Slash your fleet costs this Black November. Discover real dealer savings on SA's favourite Uber and Bolt workhorses, from the Suzuki Dzire to the VW Polo Vivo, and more!
Author - Ané Albertse
Isuzu D-Max
Buying a Car

2026 Isuzu D-Max X-Rider vs. D-Max V-Cross: Which 3.0L diesel double-cab is best for you?

Deciding between the Isuzu D-Max X-Rider and V-Cross? We compare specs, features, safety, and price to find out which 3.0L turbo-diesel bakkie will best fit your life.
Author - Ané Albertse
Toyota Fortuner
Automotive News

New 2027 Toyota Fortuner, unmasked: Could this be it?

With Toyota’s official global reveal locked in for 1 December 2026, the internet’s top digital artists have been busy. Here is a close look at how the next-generation Fortuner could visually shape up, and exactly how these striking digital previews come to life.
Author - Ané Albertse
Chery Tiggo 7
Automotive News

Rugged Chery Tiggo X7 and all-new Chery Tiggo 7 confirmed for SA

If you've been waiting for a Defender-inspired, boxy SUV from Chery, the brand recently unveiled the rugged new Chery Tiggo X7 and the streamlined new Chery Tiggo 7 in China. These models are coming to SA in 2027, and here's what buyers can look forward to.
Author - Ané Albertse
Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Range Rover Sport SV (2026) Quick Race-Track Review

Behind the serene facade of an exclusive wine estate lies a hidden, private circuit and the perfect playground to unleash the 467 kW Range Rover Sport!
Author - Ané Albertse