Volkswagen Recalls Polo and Taigo Models Over Airbag Fault
Volkswagen South Africa has issued a recall of more than 140 Polo and Taigo vehicles due to a potential airbag defect that could pose a serious safety risk.
E-Hailing Regulations South Africa Set for October
E-hailing regulations South Africa are set to roll out as soon as October under the NLTA, bringing vetted licences, panic buttons and clear vehicle branding to improve safety and ease taxi-industry tensions.
FutureRent Expands Fleet with Volkswagen Financial Services Facility
FutureRent has expanded its fleet with support from Volkswagen Financial Services, adding more premium vehicles to its subscription platform. The move strengthens its mission to offer South Africans flexible, finance-free access to quality cars, marking another milestone in its rapid growth.
McLaren Set Pace in Dutch Grand Prix Practice
McLaren dominated Dutch Grand Prix practice as Lando Norris led Oscar Piastri in windy Zandvoort. Aston Martin impressed, while Ferrari and Max Verstappen hit trouble ahead of a wet FP2.
BMW G74 SUV to Rival Mercedes G-Wagon in 2029
BMW is reportedly developing the BMW G74 SUV, a rugged off-roader aimed at rivalling the Mercedes G-Wagon, with production slated for 2029 in the US.
McLaren 200th F1 in: Norris Edges Piastri in Hungary
Lando Norris edged Oscar Piastri by 0.698s to seal the McLaren 200th F1 win at the Hungarian GP, completing a fourth straight one-two as Russell took third and Leclerc fourth.
AARTO Demerit System Set to Roll Out in South Africa
The Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) system launches its second phase on 1 December 2025, expanding to 144 municipalities. This step advances the Aarto demerit system South Africa, designed to improve road safety by penalising traffic violations. Drivers accrue demerit
Stellantis Faces $2.7bn Loss Amid US Tariffs
Stellantis projects a $2.7bn first-half loss in 2025 due to restructuring costs and US tariffs on Chinese EV imports, according to CEO Carlos Tavares.
Gauteng’s new number plates have been unveiled
Johannesburg – Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi has launched a new high-tech number plate system aimed at improving vehicle traceability and curbing crime on the province’s roads. Unveiled at the Nasrec Expo Centre on Thursday, the tamper-proof plates feature advanced security elements, including
Ad
