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VWSA marks 4 million milestone at Uitenhage
Brian Joss – Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has celebrated a momentous milestone with over 4 million vehicles having been…
Suzuki celebrates century of Japanese quality and design
Brian Joss – When a young and ambitious Michio Suzuki officially registered the Suzuki Loom Manufacturing Company in 1920, he…
FCA Heritage celebrates its first five years
Brian Joss – This week marks the fifth anniversary of FCA Heritage, the Group department focused on the safeguarding and…
Check For Water Damage Before You Buy a Used Car
In 2005, Hurricane Katrina devastated Louisiana and Mississippi, killing over 1,800 people and causing $81 billion in property damage. The Insurance…
Zero blood alcohol limit won’t solve drink and drive problem
Brian Joss – Proposed amendments have been made to the National Road Traffic Act to reduce the legal blood alcohol…
MobilityUnusual is the future for the South African motor industry
Brian Joss – The South African automotive landscape – especially when it comes to consumer buying behaviour – has changed…
Talking Tyres with Continental Part 3: The different types of tyres
Brian Joss – As the physical link between a vehicle and the ground, tyres take on the full wheel load…
Zero alcohol limit for motorists not the answer, says AA
Brian Joss – Proposed amendments to the National Road Traffic Act to reduce the legal blood alcohol limits for drivers…
Talking Tyres Part 2: Getting from the rubber tree to the road
Brian Joss – The tyre is a complex combination of components made from numerous ingredients. But how do we get…
Ford ‘s Silverton assembly plant going green
Brian Joss – Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has embarked on a pioneering solar energy project for its…
Toyota Gazoo to field four new Hilux at 2021 Dakar Rally
Brian Joss – Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) will be entering four crews in the 2021 Dakar Rally, scheduled to start…
Talking Tyres Part 1: Tyre development means finding a harmonious balance
Brian Joss – Tyres are the critical point of contact between your car and the road, and are responsible for…
The best VPNs in South Africa
First and foremost, a VPN is a mechanism for safeguarding security, which in recent years has once again become relevant.…
Realising abundant connectivity through open access fibre
Shane Chorley, Head of Sales and Marketing, Frogfoot Networks The concept of open access (OA) business model is here to…
Bridgestone closes Port Elizabeth plant
Brian Joss – Bridgestone South Africa (BSAF) has finalised the process to close down its tyre manufacturing plant in Port…
Toyota records highest passenger sales for 2020
Brian Joss – The introduction of Toyota Starlet to the South African market has already shaken things up in the…
Legendary G-Class Mercedes Benz celebrates 41 years
Brian Joss – It began in the early 1970s as a collaboration between the then Daimler-Benz AG and Steyr-Daimler-Puch in…
Land Rover springs some surprises with its 2021 Defender and Plug-in Hybrid
Brian Joss – The Land Rover Defender now has advanced new powertrains, new model specifications and more options, making it…
Suzuki breaks through the 2 000-unit barrier
Brian Joss – In June 2008, Suzuki Auto South Africa started selling vehicles in South Africa. That month, it sold…
Buying a pre-owned vehicle is a “logical choice for a first-time buyer”
Brian Joss – For many young professionals, driving your own car means independence and the ability to thrive in the…
Resilient market, but new car sales for October worse
Brian Joss – The South African motor industry continues to adapt and evolve in the wake of COVID-19, displaying a…
New vehicle sales “not of the woods yet”
Brian Joss – “New vehicle sales in South Africa are slowly picking up but not at 2019 levels yet. We…