BMW iX3 M Sport – Snap review
The price of the electric BMW iX3 M Sport is in line with those of its petrol- and diesel-powered siblings, but its fuel costs a fraction of theirs. Car buyers often slam electric cars for being considerably more expensive than internal combustion cars. Though certainly not cheap, the electric derivative of the X3 model range is an exception. At R1...
Takealot adds JAC electric trucks to its fleet
Online retailer Takealot is embracing sustainability and cost-efficiency by transitioning to battery-electric trucks, aiming to reduce emissions and operating expenses. The company recently introduced its first fleet of four JAC N75 EV 4-ton battery-electric trucks in Cape Town, with an additional six trucks deployed in Gauteng. This move is facilitated through Aeversa, a JAC Motors EV dealer, and AVIS, overseeing...
Volkswagen partners with DHL for pilot test of ID.Buzz Cargo EVs
Volkswagen South Africa has partnered with courier company DHL Express for a pilot test of four electric ID.Buzz Cargo vans. The four ID.Buzz Cargo vans will perform their duties around the DHL Express service centres in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, respectively, for six months. DHL will use the vans for last-mile deliveries. The pilot is part of DHL’s target...
Mercedes SA is installing 120 public EV chargers across the country
As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to grow, a robust infrastructure is essential, according to Mercedes-Benz South Africa. The company released a statement, saying it is advancing its sustainability strategy for South Africa through a substantial investment in the local electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The roll-out of 120 public chargers is happening in collaboration with Chargify, a...
What are matrix headlights and what’s the cheapest car fitted with them?
If you mention safety features when discussing cars, equipment like ABS brakes, airbags and electronic stability control come to mind. But to motorists who often travel after sunset, effective headlights are a vital safety feature too. The widespread adoption of LED lights has made night-time travel much safer than before. The problem is that the driver still has to dim...
Volvo Black Friday offer: Up to 6 months free instalments
Volvo Cars has announced Black November specials, giving customers who purchase a new SUV through Volvo Car Finance during November or December 2023 up to six months of free instalments. Rather than limiting these new finance deals to Black Friday, the Swedish luxury automaker has decided to extend its promotions across the months of November and December, allowing buyers ample...
Ford Mustang Mach-E to launch in South Africa in 2025
The all-electric Mustang Mach-E – the first production EV Ford developed from the ground up – will be coming to South Africa in 2025, Ford has announced. “We will be moving into a new electrified era with the all-electric Mustang Mach-E in 2025 as we deliver on Ford’s commitment to a cleaner, greener, electric future,” says Kay Hart, president of...
Husqvarna e-bicycles set to enter the South African market
Mzansi’s mountain bikers will soon welcome the new kid on the block, when Husqvarna e-bicycle division hits the market with an exciting e-MTB range. Husqvarna calls this barrage “a fleet of off-road machines designed with one thing in mind – push you to beat the unbeaten path, and not pull back the thrill.” Not quite so new Husqvarna is no newbie to...
New Triumph Tiger 900 range for 2024
Delivering more power, torque, capability and comfort, the new Tiger 900 range from Triumph Motorcycles is raising the bar for middleweight adventure bikes in 2024. Starting with the most important news, we can reveal that Triumph’s engineers have given the Tiger 900’s trademark three-cylinder engine a major update. This includes revised engine components, which provides 13 percent more power than...
realme debuts the C51 smartphone in South Africa
realme, arguably the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, has launched the C51 into the South African market. According to realme, an Oppo spin-off, the device is aimed at “young people who desire trendy devices that reflect their vibrancy and style.” The arrival of the C51 in South Africa is part of realme’s ongoing bid to offer devices that combine premium specs,...
