Ask people about the Changan brand and only few will know of its heritage, or that it previously had models on Southern-African soil. Having taken somewhat of a hiatus, the brand is now back, aiming to grab the entire market, from the entry-level e-hailing or student car, all the way to a relatively well-priced EV, and a new bakkie, driven by a new power solution.
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KIA on the move
by Dieter Pey / Franco Theron
If there’s one thing we took away from the launch of the new Kia Sorento, it’s certainly that Kia South Africa is on the move. Behind the scenes, there’s been a quiet transformation — one that’s already starting to show real results in the numbers, the showrooms, and most importantly, on the roads.
Launch report: Kia’s Sorento gets a facelift
by Dieter Pey / Franco Theron
The facelifted 2024/2025 Kia Sorento has arrived in Southern Africa with several updates that push it further into the premium SUV space. While the vehicle keeps its core dimensions and engine, the design, technology, and interior quality have all been significantly improved.
All-new Suzuki Dzire is here to please
Suzuki Auto South Africa has expanded its budget-friendly arsenal with the arrival of the fourth-generation Dzire, a compact sedan designed to offer a bit more than just affordable transport. With updated styling, a new three-cylinder engine, a surprisingly generous features list, and the brand’s trusted reputation for low running costs, the new Dzire enters the local market with quiet confidence.
Launch Report: Volvo EX90 Ultra
Volvo’s EX90 a new leader in safety
A claimed range of 614km, a 0-100km/h time of 4.9 seconds, and seven luxuriously spacious seats. This is what the safest Volvo to date is set to offer the Southern-African market. Heading to the African continent as the first of five new models in 2025, the flagship EX90 is set to redefine the local public mentality around electric vehicles.
Launched: 2024 Hyundai Creta (Facelift)
About halfway through their life cycle, most cars get a quick jab in the arm to keep them competitive in our markets. Here are all the details about the rejuvenated Hyundai Creta…
Launch Report: 2024 Suzuki Swift
From strength to strength: Even more so after 20 years
It’s November 2004 and the all-new Suzuki Swift concept has just been launched at the Paris Motor Show. Fast forward exactly 20 years and the iconic Swift is one of Suzuki’s top sellers, and now in its fourth generation. We recently got to experience this new generation by taking it through the bustling City of Cape Town as well as the picturesque Overberg and Cape Winelands.
Launched: 2024 Hyundai Exter
Further proof of the dynamic leadership at Hyundai South Africa comes in the shape of this brand-new Exter mini-SUV… which was only meant for India but eventually came here on the insistence of its local retailers.
Launched: 2024 Hyundai Grand i10 & Venue Cargo
Are you looking for a versatile and affordable commercial vehicle? Of course you are, why else would you be reading this page. And to keep things just as simple, here’s my extremely simplified impression of the two new Hyundai Cargo derivatives.
First Drive: Ineos Quartermaster
Recently we were very privileged to attend the Ineos Quartermaster Drive which took place over three days with two overnight stays in the beautiful Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area. The whole ‘glamp’site was set-up from scratch, so in other words, there was nothing there before!