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MG HS Plug-in Hybrid Crowned ‘Plug-In Hybrid of the Year’ at 2026 What Car? Awards
The MG HS Plug-in Hybrid has once again proven its class, winning the prestigious ‘Plug-in Hybrid of the Year’ award at the 2026 What Car? Car of the Year Awards – marking a remarkable second consecutive year on the podium. What Car? Editor Steve Huntingford highlighted the SUV’s continued appeal: “The MG HS Plug-in Hybrid […]
Smart #5 Earns Euro NCAP “Best in Class” for Safest Large SUV of 2025
January 20, 2026, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany. The all-electric smart #51 has been awarded the Euro NCAP2 “Best in Class” Award for Safest Large SUV of 2025. smart’s newest model earned a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating in September with the top overall score among all large SUVs tested in 2025.In Euro NCAP’s busiest-ever year for testing, the smart #5 […]
CUPRA Unleashes the Ultimate Front-Wheel-Drive Leon: The CUPRA Leon VZ TCR
Milton Keynes, 13 November 2025 – CUPRA is redefining what a high-performance hatchback can be with the unveiling of the new CUPRA Leon VZ TCR, the most powerful front-wheel-drive Leon ever built. Born directly from CUPRA’s global racing pedigree, this limited-edition model brings authentic motorsport DNA to the street. “The CUPRA Leon VZ TCR is […]
South Africa powers ahead with nationally recognised Electromobility Qualification
South Africa’s automotive industry is taking a significant leap forward with the formal development of the Electromobility Occupational Skills Programme – a nationally recognised qualification designed to equip technicians with the specialised skills required to safely service and maintain electric and hybrid vehicles. The qualification process development will be led by merSETA, appointed by the […]
Local workshops share real-world challenges ahead of Right to Repair Conference
As anticipation builds for the upcoming Right to Repair South Africa (R2RSA) Access to Information Conference at Automechanika Johannesburg, local workshop owners are voicing the daily realities behind one of the sector’s biggest obstacles – restricted access to repair data. “Modern vehicles are no longer just mechanical,” says Gunther Schmitz, SA Representative for Garage Hive, […]
Volkswagen’s Plant Kariega Reaches 500 000 Polos Since Facelift Launch
Kariega – Just over a year since earning the title of the official “Home of Polo,” Volkswagen Group Africa’s (VWGA) Kariega plant has hit a significant production milestone: 500 000 units of the latest Polo facelift have rolled off its assembly line. The milestone vehicle, a striking Kings Red Polo destined for Germany, exemplifies the […]
The Feeling Will Find You: Mazda Southern Africa Unveils a Bold New Chapter of Emotional Connection
Mazda Southern Africa has launched a fresh brand expression titled “The Feeling Will Find You”, reaffirming its commitment to delivering more than performance, instead offering an experience that connects deeply with the driver. The campaign evolves Mazda’s emotional storytelling into a broader framework. The feeling of driving a Mazda – intuitive, balanced, responsive – now finds new expression through a […]
Mazda Expands Its Flagship SUV Lineup with the Distinctive CX-60 Range
Mazda Southern Africa proudly announces the complete availability of its flagship SUV – the all-new Mazda CX-60 range. Featuring refined Kodo design, meticulously crafted interiors, and breakthrough performance, the CX-60 is the most bold and luxurious Mazda ever launched in the local market. Deolinda Da Costa, Head of Marketing and Communications at Mazda Southern Africa, […]
LESLIE PELTIER APPOINTED GLOBAL COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR FOR THE CITROËN BRAND
Leslie Peltier will become Global Communications Director for the Citroën brand on 8 September. She will report to Xavier Chardon, Citroën brand CEO. “I am very pleased to be reunited with Leslie Peltier, with whom I have already had the pleasure of working. Her expertise, professionalism and listening skills are essential assets for strengthening the […]
Johannesburg, August 2025 – Audi South Africa Unveils the New Audi A5 Sedan
Audi South Africa proudly introduces the latest iteration of the A5 Sedan, a vehicle that embodies elegance, technology, and driving precision in perfect harmony. The third-generation A5 reinvents the midsize sedan, blending a coupe-inspired silhouette with modern design innovations and advanced connectivity, delivering a driving experience that is both dynamic and refined. “The new Audi […]
BMW UK and National Parks Celebrate the Impact of Pioneering ‘Recharge in Nature’ Partnership
Three-year collaboration powers up electric mobility and biodiversity across Britain’s most treasured landscapes
Nissan Unveils UK’s First Shared eHGV Charging Station, Pioneering a New Era in Sustainable Logistics
Sunderland, UK – July 17, 2025 – In a landmark move for Britain’s automotive and logistics sectors, Nissan has unveiled a £1.4 million electric heavy goods vehicle (eHGV) charging station at its Sunderland plant—the first of its kind in the UK. Developed in collaboration with leading haulage partners Fergusons Transport, Yusen Logistics, and BCA, the […]