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Petrol Price October 2026: Petrol Breaks R30 a Litre for the First TimeSouth African petrol prices rise sharply on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, pushing 95 unleaded past R30 a litre inland for the first time. Here are the new prices, what a full tank will cost you, and how much extra you'll spend over the year.
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Imported Aftermarket Parts vs OEM: How to Avoid Counterfeit Spares in SAMost vehcile owners will never see the inside of a spares shop, let alone the inside of the vehicles engine, but having original, good-quality parts will ensure that your car stays on the road for as long as possible.
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Ford Adds Mustang GT Nite Pony Pack to SA Line-up with
Ford South Africa is turning up the stealth appeal on its iconic muscle car, introducing the limited-edition Mustang GT Nite Pony pack. Designed for buyers wanting full V8 muscle paired with a darker, more aggressive road presence, the special pack brings a suite of factory blacked-out exterior accents to the seventh-generation fastback.
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Petrol Price October 2026: Petrol Breaks R30 a Litre for the First Time
South African petrol prices rise sharply on Wednesday, 7 October 2026, pushing 95 unleaded past R30 a litre inland for the first time. Here are the new prices, what a full tank will cost you, and how much extra you'll spend over the year.Automotive News
Imported Aftermarket Parts vs OEM: How to Avoid Counterfeit Spares in SA
Most vehcile owners will never see the inside of a spares shop, let alone the inside of the vehicles engine, but having original, good-quality parts will ensure that your car stays on the road for as long as possible.
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Dash Cams & Insurance Discounts in SA: Are They Worth the Investment?
Having a dashcam fitted to your car may not be the panacea that you believe it will be. In some instances, it may not be to your advantage. We go over the pros and cons of installing a dashcam in your car.
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South Africa's New Vehicle Market Closes September on a High
Based on Lightstone Auto's September 2026 industry new-vehicle sales data, South Africa's new-vehicle market had a strong September. Domestic industry sales reached 61,645 units, up 12.7% on the 54,706 sold in September 2025 and 6.7% ahead of August's 57,761. Exports were the weak spot, falling 18.8% year on year to 31,473 units.
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South Africa has spoken: Chery's new bakkie is the Grootman
Chery asked South Africans to name its new bakkie, and the nation delivered a name that sounds like it's already in the middle of a braai, telling everyone else they're doing it wrong. The Grootman is planned for local launch in the first quarter of 2027.
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Going Beyond Borders with the Jetour T2
Jetour has grown astronomically over the last two years, first with its family series Dashing and X70 SUVs and then with the wildly popular T series. To celebrate its local success with the T1 and T2 models, Jetour South Africa invited a select group of media to take the T2 to the top of the world.
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Porsche 911 Turbo S Coupe (2026) First Drive Impression
I travelled to the Western Cape to drive Porsche's latest take on the 911 Turbo S, a car that has earned a reputation as a bit of a giant killer thanks to its price-to-performance ratio and relatively subdued aesthetics. Does the new hybrid version continue where the 992.1 left off, or is this an entirely new ballgame?
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Sub-R250k Family Transporter: Is the Renault Triber a Smart Buy Used?
Finding a legitimate pre-owned seven-seater under R250,000 usually means settling for a high-mileage commercial offering. The Renault Triber offers sub-four-metre practicality, up to 625 litres of boot space, and low running costs. But how does its 52 kW, 1.0-litre engine cope with Highveld driving, and which model years offer the best safety features?
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Kombi name now appears on Ford Tourneo in South Africa
The Ford Tourneo Custom line-up in South Africa has received a key update with the arrival of the new Ford Tourneo Custom Kombi. Replacing the outgoing Tourneo Custom Trend LWB, the new arrival is said to offer interior space, modern connectivity, and daily practical comfort to cater to family, business, shuttle, and fleet needs alike.
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Ford Expands Local Tourneo Range with All-Wheel-Drive Titanium X Flagship
Ford South Africa has officially expanded its luxury people-mover line-up with the introduction of the new Tourneo Titanium X AWD. Sitting atop the local Tourneo Custom range, the new flagship derivative combines high-end executive comfort with the added capability and traction of all-wheel drive for South African roads.