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ArticleApril 8, 2026

DENZA Launches Globally with Z9GT and D9 DM-i Models

DENZA, the premium technology-driven automotive brand of BYD Group, has made its official global debut in a spectacular launch event at Paris’ iconic Palais Garnier. The event highlighted the brand’s philosophy, ‘Technol
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Suzuki Sweetens Spring Deals Across EV and Hybrid Range

Spring has arrived carrying more than just longer days and warmer air. For Suzuki, it’s also a season of sharpened value, where electric ambition and hybrid practicality meet finance offers designed to lower the barrier
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ArticleApril 8, 2026

Jetour T2 Odyssey Shines at Owner’s Club Adventure Day

Since its South African debut six months ago, the Jetour T Series has made an impressive mark, with over 4,587 units sold across its range. To give owners a hands-on experience of its capabilities, the Jetour Owner’s Clu
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Maserati and Bianchet Unveil UltraFino Flying Tourbillon

In a celebration of precision, passion, and uncompromising artistry, Maserati and Bianchet have joined forces to create the UltraFino Maserati, a Flying Tourbillon watch limited to 100 one-of-a-kind pieces. This collabor
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Volkswagen Polo Hits 500,000 Units for Export from Kariega

Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has reached a remarkable milestone with the production of the 500,000th current-generation Polo for export from Plant Kariega. The milestone vehicle, a Crystal Ice Blue, right-hand-drive Po
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ArticleApril 8, 2026

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Night Edition Shines in Dark Elegance

The Mercedes-Benz South Africa A-Class Night Edition marks a new benchmark in the compact segment, offering a rare combination of everyday practicality and daring style. Available exclusively in MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey or
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OMODA C5 SHS Hybrid Launches in South Africa

OMODA South Africa expands its electrified lineup with the launch of the new C5 SHS, a hybrid variant of its popular C5 range. This marks the brand’s first conventional hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), complementing its ex
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High-Mileage Cars: Reliable Bargains UK Drivers Overlook

Despite a lingering wariness among UK drivers, high-mileage vehicles are proving to be far more reliable than many assume. New research from eBay, the UK’s leading online marketplace for vehicle parts and accessories, re
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MINI.01: A One-Off JCW Convertible Masterpiece

There are cars built for the road, and then there are cars built as statements. The one-off MINI.01 John Cooper Works Convertible lands firmly in the latter category, a rolling expression of individuality that turns craf
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ArticleApril 8, 2026

Monster Energy Powers Simola Hillclimb 2026

Monster Energy is once again set to inject its unmistakable high-voltage energy into the Simola Hillclimb, reinforcing a partnership that has become as much a part of the event’s identity as the roar of engines echoing t
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South Africa Urged to Tackle Distracted Driving

April arrives with more than autumn air and school holiday traffic. It brings a sobering reminder that one of the most dangerous habits on South African roads often feels the most harmless. Distracted Driving Awareness M
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Alfa Romeo returns to Simola Hillclimb 2026

Alfa Romeo is heading back to one of South Africa’s most revered motorsport stages, and it’s doing so with a line-up that feels like a conversation between past, present and future. From 30 April to 3 May 2026, the Simol