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Leapmotor South Africa range expansion soon to include B03X
1+ hour, 20+ min ago (402+ words) The B03X could become the Stellantis-backed brand’s new entry-level and most affordable EV in South Africa. Picture: Leapmotor Leapmotor has confirmed the arrival of a third model this year in what is expected to become its most affordable and first electric…...
Clever lock nut ensures flat tyre won't leave Ford Ranger stranded
3+ day, 22+ hour ago (517+ words) Our Ford Ranger Sport took us past the Zaaihoek Dam. Picture: Trevor Stevens Waking up to a flat tyre on the morning of your weekend getaway is something many of us fear. The thought of changing a tyre, especially when…...
Why your car's safety systems need checking after repairs
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (537+ words) There was a time when driving was almost entirely manual. Drivers had to judge every parking gap, check every blind spot, keep the vehicle centred in the lane and react instantly to hazards on the road. Today, many vehicles assist…...
Renault makes it official: Triber Turbo coming to South Africa
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (343+ words) Turbocharged Triber has been confirmed for South Africa before the end of 2026. Picture: Renault Shown back in 2020 as a pre-production model at the Delhi Auto Show, Renault South Africa has confirmed that the turbocharged version of Triber will make its…...
Ford Ranger V6 Sport out to show why it is the line-up's sweet spot
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (837+ words) Sport variant of the Ranger comes in two versions, The Citizen’s new long-termer being the V6 turbodiesel. Picture: Charl Bosch While it highlighted the arrival of the updated range with the 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine, the other significance of the refreshed…...
Chery KP31's engine detailed for Australia as Tiggo Cross gets first local production nod
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (520+ words) Australia’s Chery KP31’s bakkie will be called the Stockman. Picture: Chery Australia Reported last month as being in-line for a considerable power hike, Chery’s Australian division has now confirmed final power and torque figures for its version of the KP31 bakkie....
PODCAST: New Toyota Hilux catches up to Ford Ranger ride quality
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (335+ words) The Citizen - Do Not Process My Personal Information By Jaco Van Der Merwe The Toyota Hilux is South Africa’s best-selling bakkie, but it was the current generation Ford Ranger that moved the goalposts in terms of ride quality since its…...
Why new Toyota Hilux will only get 2.4-litre diesel engine in 2027
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (337+ words) The Citizen - Do Not Process My Personal Information By Jaco Van Der Merwe The new Toyota Hilux in single cab SRX guise. Picture: Supplied The new Toyota Hilux line-up was officially introduced last month, but without the familiar 2.4-litre GD…...
No limits in a Suzuki Jimny
2+ mon, 3+ day ago (284+ words) | South Coast Herald The Citizen South Africans love the Suzuki Jimny for its rugged 4Ã4 capability I attended a 4Ã4 challenge earlier this year, not in this Jimny, and was amazed by its ability to conquer any terrain It certainly put other…...
New Toyota Hilux raises its game in bakkie fight with Ford Ranger
2+ mon, 4+ day ago (713+ words) By Jaco Van Der Merwe The new Toyota Hilux clad in Ash Grey paintwork. Picture: Supplied Toyota was criticized upon announcing that the new Hilux would retain the IMV platform from the eighth-generation model instead of switching over to the…...