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ArticleApril 9, 2026

Kia Tasman arrives to shake up SA’s bakkie elite

Kia South Africa has stepped into one of the country’s most hotly contested arenas with the launch of the all-new Tasman, marking a decisive and long-anticipated expansion for the brand. Known locally for its passenger c
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ArticleApril 9, 2026

Volkswagen ID.4 & ID.5 gain range, tech upgrades

The electric SUV playbook just received a quiet but meaningful rewrite. With a series of thoughtful upgrades across the ID.4 and ID.5 ranges, Volkswagen has sharpened two of its most important EVs without dramatically sh
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ArticleApril 9, 2026

Kia Hits 100,000 EV Sales Milestone in the UK Market

Kia has crossed a defining threshold in its electrification journey, surpassing 100,000 electric vehicle sales in the United Kingdom and becoming the first Korean automaker to do so. It is the kind of milestone that feel
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ArticleApril 9, 2026

CUPRA Raval Debuts in Multi-City Urban Reveal

The streets of Europe are about to pulse with something louder than traffic. On 9 April, CUPRA will orchestrate a continent-spanning reveal that feels less like a car launch and more like a cultural ignition point. The d
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ArticleApril 9, 2026

DENZA Z9GT Launches in Europe with Stunning EV Technology

The premium automotive world welcomes a striking new contender as DENZA, the technology-driven brand from BYD Group, makes its European debut with the Z9GT. This flagship model melds elegant design, groundbreaking engine
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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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ArticleApril 8, 2026

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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ArticleApril 8, 2026

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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ArticleApril 8, 2026

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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ArticleApril 8, 2026

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