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A clean silhouette, a tribute to previous Transporters situated in the grille and headlights, makes the car stand out
FORD

The VW Transporter: Built like the Ford Tourneo but not better

Ford’s VW Transporter might have the same vibe as the Tourneo Custom on the road but it’s not as practical on the inside

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
4 min read
South Africa has a mature automotive sector, including OEMs that export globally. (BMW Press Group)
BMW

More vehicle recalls in 2025 than in previous years, says National Consumer Commission

Last week, four brands issued recalls on vehicles and these attracted significant attention on social media

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
3 min read
The iCAUR V23 will be available in South Africa in 2026 and will be a customisable EV off-roader.
BAIC
Video

Chinese continue to run riot at Festival of Motoring

While VW announced a few new vehicles, and Tata reintroduced itself, it was the Chinese brands who stole the show

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
4 min read
Stylish: The new Tiguan includes a LED strip across the front of the vehicle.
MOTORING

The new VW Tiguan: Premium, posh and affordable

Volkswagen has produced the finished article with the new Tiguan

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
5 min read
MOTORING

How much has the VW Polo Vivo changed since my bachelor days?

It certainly looks different, but VW has kept the core of the product simple since it entered the market in 2010

  • Eyaaz Matwadia
5 min read
It’s old but it’s good: The immaculate 1959 VW bus we drove in was comfortable, spacious and airy.
KOMBI

Back to the 1950s in a VW splitty

We took a trip down memory lane in a beautifully restored Volkswagen Kombi

  • Jordan Schmidt
6 min read
The third-generation VW Tiguan may not appeal to the style-conscious, sporty customer who liked the previous iteration.
EDITORS THRE

VW Tiguan: It’s old but it’s good

The current model is about to be replaced but it still makes for a compelling package

  • Lerato Matebese
3 min read
Cool driving experience: The locally built Polo GTI, one of the few remaining affordable performance cars, comes in far cheaper than its Golf sibling.
GOLF 8 GTI

Polo GTI: Last of the compact hot hatches

The Polo GTI is an absolute hoot to drive and offers excellent value for the price

  • Jordan Schmidt
3 min read
Toyota was Brand of the Year for the fourth time, determined through an analysis of market data and findings from the Cars.co.za Ownership Satisfaction Survey.
CARAWARDS

Glitz, glamour, and automotive excellence: The 2023/24 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards unveils victorious auto icons

BMW and Suzuki each took home three category wins; a testament to their quality, innovation and consumer appeal

  • Partner Content
3 min read
MOTORING

VW Tiguan: It’s old but it’s good

The current model is about to be replaced but still makes for a compelling package

  • Lerato Matebese
3 min read
Sporty looks: The Volkswagen Taigo 1.0 TSI R-Line has coupé-style lines and good ground clearance.
TAIGO

Taigo is stylish but underpowered

The compact crossover makes up for what it lacks in oomph with flair and comfort This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail &…

  • Jordan Schmidt
1 min read
Standing the test of time: Our first of six months with the outgoing Tiguan shows it offers good performance and a comfortable ride.
TIGUAN

Outgoing Tiguan is still a charmer

We spent time with the outgoing model as the third generation waits in the wings This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The Mail &…

  • Lerato Matebese
1 min read
New season: The new VW Amarok bakkie, built by Ford at its plant in Gauteng, has great on-road manners and a well laid-out cabin, which has been updated.
AMAROK

VW’s new bakkie bristles with quality and tech

The second-generation Amarok shares more than underpinnings with Ford’s new Ranger

  • Lerato Matebese
6 min read
AMAROK

It’s here: Volkswagen finally debuts all-new Amarok

Should the bakkie segment be afraid?

  • Ntsako Mthethwa
4 min read
More belt-tightening at VW to fund electric new start
AARTO

Bad data: No, VW Polo drivers aren’t the worst in South Africa

The headlines vilifying one group of drivers miss the point about an important road safety report.

  • Adam Oxford
5 min read
The US Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee has broken its 14-month policy pause with a significant 50 basis point cut to the federal funds rate. (Mark Wilson/Getty Images)
ANNABEL BISHOP

If the inflation-driving supply strain in the US lasts, it could put South Africa in a chokehold

In South Africa, a strong trade surplus, buoyed by robust commodity prices, will cushion our economy against pressure arising from US policy

  • Sarah Smit
7 min read
Slicker than your average: The Audi S5 has appeal inside and outside — as well as on the road
3 SERIES

Car Review: S is for the sexy Audi S5 coupé

The sleek car retains a neat niche in a performance-heavy 2021 range of vehicles

  • Luke Feltham
4 min read
In a limited edition run, the essence of the GTI has been perfectly distilled
AUDI GOLF R

VW GTI TCR: The classic that roams our streets

In a limited edition run, the essence of the GTI has been perfectly distilled

  • Luke Feltham
3 min read
In love: Natalie Bell has had an emotional connection with her deep blue 1960 Porsche 356 from the day she got behind its idiosyncratic wheel. (Paul Botes)
ON THE ROAD

Me and my car: The Porsche 356 is simply idiosyncratic and pure

Natalie Bell felt an instant emotional connection the moment she first climbed into her 1960 Porsche 356 coupe. Here is her story

  • Luke Feltham
3 min read
Bright and beautiful: The new Audi A1 has everything in the looks department, but the ride quality is nothing to shout about. (Rob Till)
AUDI

Audi A1 will put you in the red

Latest iteration has what it needs but lacks that special extra — something not even a fancy colour name can rectify

  • Bongekile Macupe
2 min read