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3 exciting gadgets coming to South Africa

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From smartphones to fitness watches, plenty of exciting products are arriving in Mzanzi. We’ve highlighted some of the standout launches you need to know about. Itel A90 smartphone If you’re looking for an affordable smartphone that still delivers the goods, Itel’s A90 brings some solid specs with a wallet-friendly price-tag. It features a large 6.6-inch dynamic display accompanied by a 90Hz...

Haval’s plug-in rocket lands with 180 km electric range

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The new Haval H6 GT Plug-in Hybrid is shaking up the hybrid market with jaw-dropping performance and an electric-only range that leaves rivals trailing. GWM South Africa has introduced the latest evolution of its fastback-style Haval H6 GT – now available as a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Combining sports car levels of performance with genuine day-to-day electric practicality, this...

Mercedes-Benz CLE200 Cabriolet – Review

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Mercedes-Benz’s CLE200 Cabriolet AMG Line targets the dwindling band of convertible buyers who prioritise style and refinement over outright performance. The convertible market may be shrinking, but Mercedes-Benz continues to cater for those who value open-air motoring with the CLE200 Cabriolet AMG Line. At R1 482 774, it’s the entry point into four-seat drop-top Mercedes luxury, but does this vanilla...

Mercedes-AMG E 53 HYBRID arrives with genuine electric range

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Mercedes-AMG has launched the E 53 HYBRID 4MATIC+ Saloon in South Africa, with a truly practical 93-101 km of pure electric driving capability. The heart of the E 53 HYBRID system lies in its combination of a 3,0-litre inline six-cylinder turbo engine producing 330 kW and a 120 kW electric motor integrated into the AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9G transmission. Together,...

Chery launches SA’s most affordable plug-in hybrid SUV

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The new Tiggo 7 CSH offers an impressive 93 km electric range and starts from under R600 000, making plug-in hybrid technology more accessible than ever. Chery South Africa has introduced the Tiggo 7 CSH, a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) that promises to stir up the local SUV market with its compelling combination of efficiency, technology and value. Starting from...

Xiaomi’s AI Glasses bring futuristic tech to everyday eyewear

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Smart glasses have tried and failed before, but Xiaomi thinks it’s cracked the code. Are these the AI specs that finally stick? Xiaomi has officially stepped into the smart eyewear space with the launch of its new AI Glasses, unveiled this week at the company’s “Human × Car × Home” ecosystem event in China. With a sleek design, advanced camera, and on-board...

OPPO expands tablet range with more affordable Pad SE

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The Chinese smartphone manufacturer has added a second tablet to its South African lineup, positioning the new Pad SE as a more affordable alternative to the existing Pad Neo. OPPO’s Pad SE arrives in local stores from 1 July priced at R6 000, sitting R1 000 below the Pad Neo’s approximate R7 000 price point. The new tablet prioritises battery...

New OPPO Watch X2 brings advanced health checks to your wrist

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OPPO has launched its new Watch X2 in South Africa, an impressive wearable that elevates health monitoring and rugged style for a demanding local market. The standout feature of the X2 is its 60-second Health Check-In, which now includes arterial-stiffness and vascular-age analysis. By placing a finger on the crown, users receive a fast readout tracking vascular elasticity alongside heart rate, blood-oxygen, sleep...

Hyundai’s hybrid magic carpet arrives

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The bold new Santa Fe hybrid promises luxury SUV refinement with impressive fuel economy, but can it justify its R1,25-million price tag? South African families seeking a premium seven-seater SUV now have a compelling new option with the arrival of the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Elite AWD. Priced at R1 249 900, this award-winning SUV brings hybrid technology to...

Honda brings “practical is in” philosophy with new Amaze

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Honda is swimming against the SUV tide with its all-new Amaze, betting that South Africans still want affordable sedan practicality. The 416-litre boot suggests they might be onto something. The new Amaze arrives with fresh styling, enhanced technology, and a confident tagline that celebrates functionality over flash. More space for people The 2025 Amaze embraces Honda’s “Man Maximum/Machine Minimum” philosophy with a...