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ArticleApril 24, 2026

Nissan Accelerates NEV Strategy with SUV Concepts

At Auto China 2026 in Beijing, Nissan has made a confident statement about its future, unveiling two new electrified SUV concepts that signal a sharper, faster push into the new energy vehicle (NEV) space. More than just
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ArticleApril 24, 2026

Volkswagen Reimagines Iconic Ad with 1 500 Staff

In a powerful display of unity and heritage, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has brought new life to one of South Africa’s most beloved television adverts. More than 1 500 employees gathered at Plant Kariega before sunris
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ArticleApril 24, 2026

JAC T8 Comfort Arrives as SA’s Most Affordable Double-Cab

In a market where every litre of fuel and every rand spent is under scrutiny, JAC Motors South Africa has introduced a contender that feels almost defiant in its pricing. The new T8 2.0L CTi Comfort 4x2 double-cab arrive
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

Volkswagen Unveils Efficient Full Hybrid Powertrain

Volkswagen is steering its electrification journey into a new middle lane between mild hybrids and plug-in systems with the introduction of a full hybrid powertrain designed for everyday efficiency without the need for e
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

WesBank Opens Doors to Bridge the Graduate Experience Gap

For many South African graduates, the real obstacle to employment is not the qualification itself, but the absence of practical, real-world experience that turns knowledge into capability. In a labour market where theory
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

Changan UNI-S Redefines Comfort and Connectivity

The modern vehicle cabin has evolved far beyond a functional space, and the Changan UNI-S makes that shift unmistakably clear. Designed with an uncompromising focus on comfort, connectivity and intuitive interaction, it
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

Volvo EX60 Enters Production as EV Demand Surges

The moment has arrived, and it hums rather than roars. Volvo Cars has officially set the wheels in motion for the fully electric EX60, with production now underway and first customer deliveries scheduled for mid-2026. As
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

UNISA and Messe Frankfurt Forge Strategic Partnership

In a move that signals a closer alignment between academia and industry, the University of South Africa (UNISA) and Messe Frankfurt South Africa have formalised a strategic partnership during a signing ceremony in Frankf
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

Nichols Cars Partners with Diagonal Ahead of N1A Launch

Nichols Cars has taken a decisive step forward in its journey to global recognition, announcing a strategic partnership with Diagonal Communications as it prepares to launch its debut production model, the striking N1A,
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

CUPRA Raval pricing revealed for UK market debut

The electric city car is having a bit of a glow-up, and the CUPRA Raval arrives like it knows it. Sharp, self-assured and carrying just enough attitude to turn a quiet commute into something closer to a statement, the al
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

UK Drivers Overlook Simple Fix for Allergy Relief

A surprising number of UK motorists are driving in a haze of their own making, and not the poetic kind. New research from eBay reveals that 42% of drivers are unaware their vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, a
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ArticleApril 23, 2026

MINI at 25: A British Icon’s Modern Legacy

A quarter century ago, a small car with a very big personality rolled back into the spotlight. When MINI restarted production under the stewardship of BMW Group in April 2001, it wasn’t simply a relaunch, it was a reinve