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ArticleApril 1, 2026

Volkswagen T-Roc Canary-Assist Adds Chirpy Blind Spot Safety

Volkswagen has added a splash of cheerful innovation to the T-Roc with the launch of its Canary-Assist blind spot monitor. Unlike conventional systems that rely solely on warning lights, this playful new option adds a fr
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

Škoda Launches Hound Hose to Keep Dogs and Cars Clean

Škoda has once again pushed the boundaries of practical innovation with a delightfully quirky addition to its Simply Clever range: the Hound Hose. Designed for dog owners who love outdoor adventures but dislike the mess,
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ArticleApril 1, 2026

Mercedes-Benz Unveils the All-New 2026 GLS: The S-Class of SUVs

For 140 years, Mercedes‑Benz has stood for automotive excellence, and the new 2026 GLS powerfully continues this tradition. Positioned as the S-Class of SUVs, it merges commanding presence, intelligent innovation, and fi
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Honda Drives Sales with £750 Test Drive Incentive

Honda is sharpening its retail strategy with a timely incentive designed to turn curiosity into commitment, launching a £750 Test Drive Offer across its UK network for April 2026. In a market where firsthand experience o
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Ford Ranger Range Expanded with New Sport Model

Ford South Africa has sharpened one of its most formidable tools, giving the Ranger line-up a carefully calculated evolution for 2026. Already a dominant force in the local bakkie landscape, the latest updates feel less
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Suzuki Gears Up for Simola Hillclimb 2026

As anticipation builds along the Garden Route, Suzuki Auto South Africa is once again preparing to take centre stage at the 16th annual Simola Hillclimb, set to unfold in Knysna from 30 April to 3 May. What began as a mo
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Le Rossignol: The Nightingale of Rolls-Royce Creativity

Nestled on the sun-kissed hills of the French Riviera, Le Rossignol stands as a testament to Sir Henry Royce’s relentless pursuit of creative excellence. Named after the nightingale, it pays homage to Nightingale Road in
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Jaguar Reimagines Luxury GT with Iconic Heritage DNA

Pretoria, South Africa – 31 March 2026: Jaguar has taken a bold step into the future by first revisiting its past. Engineers began the development of the brand’s new luxury four-door GT by immersing themselves in the exp
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Hino 700 Series Joins Style Towing Fleet in KwaZulu-Natal

Namesh Govender has strengthened his towing operations in KwaZulu-Natal with the addition of the first 65-ton Hino 700 Series model to his fleet. The 2845 freight carrier has been fitted with a powerful 40-ton winch and
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Powers Epic African Overland Journey

Johannesburg, South Africa, 31 March 2026 – Imagine Indiana Jones, but swapping the horse for a Jeep® Wrangler Rubicon and trading ancient temples for Africa’s wild terrains. That’s the essence of Waleed Al Shamsi’s one-
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Shopper Wins Brand-New Hyundai EXTER at Access Park

Hyundai Automotive South Africa is celebrating early commercial success following its retail partnership with Access Park Kenilworth, highlighting how integrated retail spaces are transforming the way consumers engage wi
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ArticleMarch 31, 2026

Volkswagen Unveils New Caddy: The Fifth-Generation Classic

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has unveiled the first official images of the new Caddy, giving a fresh look to a model that has been a favourite for tradespeople, families, and hobby-lovers alike. Now in its fifth genera