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News & Reviews by Tayedza Mbiri

Author - Tayedza Mbiri

Tayedza Mbiri

Starting his petrol-infused passion at a ripe young age playing a plethora of racing video games, Taye has been into the motoring industry for years. During his university years studying Law, he dipped his toes into motoring photography, videography, and exploring what Southern Africa has to offer for the motoring scene at large. Most recently, he presented a YouTube series for a famous Japanese manufacturer and now finds himself fresh on the AutoTrader content creation team. He hopes to own a 90s Subaru one day soon.
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Which modern SUVs offer low-range mechanical gearboxes in South Africa?

The True 4x4 Transfer Case Guide: Which modern SUVs offer proper low-range mechanical gearboxes vs. software-simulated terrain modes?
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Buying a Car

How lane-keep assist systems react to South Africa's poor road markings

We delve into how modern lane-keep assist systems react to fading lane markings on South Africa’s regional routes.
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Jaecoo J5
Buying a Car

Jaecoo J5 BEV pricing announced!

Jaecoo's first fully electric vehicle is making its way to SA shores and the pricing has just been announced.
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How the latest hot hatch performance figures stack up against South Africa’s iconic 90s track legend

The Modern Ancestry Test: How the latest hot hatch performance figures stack up against South Africa’s iconic 90s track legends.
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Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
Buying a Car

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ vs. GWM Tank 300: The Ultimate Off-Road Value Shootout

Toyota's baby Land Cruiser versus GWM's Tank 300 now with diesel power. Which one provides the best off-road value?
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Automotive News

Aarto Demerit System Final Countdown: What South African Drivers Need to Know Now

The Aarto system now appears to be rolling out. Here's what you can expect from July 2026 and what driving habits you may have to change.
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Automotive News

Grid vs Garage: How SA's Changing Power Dynamics Affect Home EV Charging

Electricity tariffs have increased again but what does this mean if you do your EV charging at home? Here's what we've researched.
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GWM Tank 500

GWM Tank 500 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4WD (2026) - Review

A mixture of luxury and off-road capability. GWM's Tank 500 is here to make a statement, but does it have the chops to do so?
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Buying a Car

Best budget cars under R250,000 in South Africa

The budget car landscape is evergreen because everyone needs wheels. Here are some of the best buys brand new in 2026 thus far.
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Citroen Basalt

Citroen Basalt 1.2T Max (2026) - Written and Video Review

Coupe style crossovers are now showing up in the budget car segment. At first, the Tata Curvv, and now the Citroen Basalt. Here's what Taye thought of it.
Author - Tayedza Mbiri