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ArticleApril 1, 2026

South Africa’s Vehicle Sales Hit 20-Year March High

South Africa’s new vehicle market delivered a remarkable performance in March 2026, recording its strongest month in nearly two decades. Domestic sales reached 58,060 units, a 17.3% increase from the 49,500 units sold in
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

South Africa’s Vehicle Sales Surge to Best March Since 2007

South Africa’s new vehicle market has defied expectations, posting a remarkable surge in March 2026. Retail sales reached 58 060 units, reflecting a 17.3% increase over the same month last year, according to Brandon Cohe
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

Hyundai IONIQ 6 N Wins 2026 World Performance Car

Hyundai Motor Company has once again demonstrated its prowess in high-performance electric vehicles, with the IONIQ 6 N taking home the prestigious 2026 World Performance Car award. This victory marks the second time in
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BMW iX3 Triumphs with Double World Car Awards 2026

The BMW Group has cemented its position at the forefront of automotive innovation with a remarkable double victory for its new BMW iX3, the first model of the highly anticipated Neue Klasse. At the 2026 World Car Awards,
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Kia Spring Offers 2026 Unlock Big Savings on EVs

Kia is ushering in Spring 2026 with an exciting set of retail offers designed to make it easier than ever for customers to get behind the wheel of a new car, with a particular focus on its latest fully electric model, th
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Kia Spring Offers 2026 Unlock Big Savings on EVs

Kia is ushering in Spring 2026 with an exciting set of retail offers designed to make it easier than ever for customers to get behind the wheel of a new car, with a particular focus on its latest fully electric model, th
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

Changan UNI-S Launches in South Africa With Three Grades

Changan has officially unveiled the UNI-S range in South Africa, bringing a bold new contender to the mid-size SUV segment. Designed to combine striking design, turbocharged performance, and advanced connectivity, the UN
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

New Volkswagen Transporter Sportline Combines Luxury and Performance

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has opened the order books for the highly anticipated new Transporter Sportline, now available to UK customers in both Panel van and Kombi configurations. With prices starting at £51,105 ex
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

JMC Vigus Debuts in South Africa with Unmatched Power

As the sun dipped below the Midrand horizon on March 26, 2026, painting the Gauteng skyline in a golden glow, Salvador Caetano South Africa set the stage for an automotive spectacle that was more than a launch—it was a s
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

Audi Revolut F1 Team Achieves First Two-Car Finish in Japan

Johannesburg, March 2026 – The Audi Revolut F1 Team marked another milestone in its debut Formula 1 season with a constructive weekend at the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka. Nico Hülkenberg crossed the finish line in 11th
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

GEM Motoring Assist Named Best Breakdown Cover Provider 2026

GEM Motoring Assist has been honoured as the Best Breakdown Cover Provider at the 2026 YourMoney.com Personal Finance Awards, held in London on 13 March. Judged independently by consumers, the award highlights GEM’s comm
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FOMODA Debut Sparks Urgent Desire for OMODA 9 SUV

London, 1 April 2026 – OMODA UK has unveiled a bold new chapter in its brand story, rebranding as FOMODA, a purposeful nod to the “Fear of Missing Out” now felt across its 122-strong retail network. The change coincides