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2026 Toyota RAV4: Hybrid-Only Revolution Revealed

Jeremy DicksonJune 9, 2025

2026 Toyota RAV4: Hybrid-Only Revolution Revealed – DriveZA But South Africa Faces a Wait – Here’s What We Know By DriveZA Automotive Team June 15, 2025 6 min read Radical Redesign: Two Trims Expected for SA The sixth-generation RAV4 debuts with a muscular, angular design featuring C-shaped “hammerhead” LED headlights and a trapezoidal grille. While […]

2025 Toyota Hilux, still king of the road, topped the charts for May 2025

Hilux Holds Crown: Toyota Dominates SA Sales in May 2025

Jeremy DicksonJune 8, 2025

Toyota Hilux Dominates SA Sales in May 2025 | DriveZA Despite an 8.3% monthly dip, the iconic bakkie outsells all rivals as South Africa’s vehicle market surges 22% year-on-year By DriveZA Automotive Team June 10, 2025 5 min read Key Takeaways: Hilux Reigns Supreme #1 Overall Sold 2,548 units despite an 8.3% monthly decline Bakkie […]

The American Titan Lands: Toyota Tundra Brings Low-Risk Premium Muscle to South Africa

Jeremy DicksonJune 7, 2025

Toyota Tundra Comes to South Africa: Premium Muscle with Lower Risk | DriveZA The full-size Toyota Tundra – now available in right-hand drive for South Africa For decades, South Africa’s bakkie landscape has been dominated by a familiar hierarchy, with the Toyota Hilux reigning supreme – yet increasingly targeted by criminals. Now, a seismic shift […]

2025 Kia Sportage: SA Price and Specs

Jeremy DicksonJune 6, 2025

2025 Kia Sportage: SA Price and Specs | DriveZA 2025 Kia Sportage: SA Price and Specs South Africa gets petrol and diesel options in streamlined lineup The 2025 Kia Sportage in SA – available with both petrol and diesel engines SA Model Range The South African lineup includes both petrol and diesel options: Model Price […]

The 1989 Honda Ballade 160i DOHC: SA’s Unlikely Street Legend

Jeremy DicksonJune 5, 2025

1989 Honda Ballade 160i DOHC: SA’s Unlikely Street Legend | DriveZA The 1989 Honda Ballade 160i DOHC – humble looks hiding advanced engineering The Dawn of a South African Special When the Honda Ballade 160i DOHC arrived in South Africa in 1989, it wasn’t just another compact sedan—it was a technological revelation. Part of the […]

The Curious Case of the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro: China’s Reject, South Africa’s Darling

Jeremy DicksonJune 5, 2025

The Curious Case of the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro: China’s Reject, South Africa’s Darling | DriveZA The 2025 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro – China’s “meh” becomes SA’s “maybe?” The Unwanted Child of Wuhu While China’s auto market zooms into the future with actual bestsellers like the BYD Song Plus (EV) and Li Auto L7 (PHEV), […]

Fuel Price Confirmed: South Africa Sees Petrol and Diesel Decreases from 7 May 2025

Jeremy DicksonMay 5, 2025

May 2025 Fuel Price Decrease in South Africa | DriveZA By DriveZA | 5 May 2025 South African motorists can finally breathe a sigh of relief as confirmed fuel price cuts take effect on Wednesday, 7 May 2025. Contrary to earlier forecasts of mixed adjustments, the latest official data reveals broad reductions across petrol, diesel, […]

Chery’s New LEPAS Brand Targets Young Buyers with L8 SUV – Is South Africa Next?

Jeremy DicksonMay 4, 2025

Chery’s LEPAS L8 SUV Targets Young Buyers – Coming to South Africa? | DriveZA By DriveZA | May 15, 2025 The LEPAS L8 – Chery’s bold new flagship SUV targeting young, tech-savvy buyers CHERY’S SECRET WEAPON: The LEPAS L8 combines 1,400km hybrid range with Gen-Z tech. Could this be SA’s next SUV king? LEPAS: A […]

2025 Hyundai Tucson Launches in SA with Aggressive Price Cuts to Fend Off Chinese Rivals

Jeremy DicksonApril 26, 2025

2025 Hyundai Tucson Launches in SA with Aggressive Price Cuts | DriveZA The refreshed 2025 Hyundai Tucson – now with sharper pricing to challenge Chinese rivals Price Reductions & Trim Overview Hyundai has slashed prices for the 2025 Tucson in South Africa, positioning it as a competitive alternative to budget-friendly Chinese SUVs. The updated lineup […]

Earth Day 2025: Celebrating the Global Automotive Industry’s Shift to HEVs and EVs

Jeremy DicksonApril 22, 2025

By DriveZA.net | April 22, 2025 As the world marks Earth Day 2025, the automotive industry stands at a pivotal crossroads. What began as grassroots environmental activism in 1970 has evolved into a global revolution, with hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) and fully electric vehicles (EVs) reshaping how we move—and how we think about sustainability. […]

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2025 Mahindra Scorpio-N: The Premium SUV Challenger Taking on Toyota Fortuner

July 22, 2025

2025 Mahindra Scorpio-N: The Premium SUV Challenger Taking on Toyota Fortuner | DriveZA By DriveZA July 2025 7 min read South Africa’s SUV market has long been dominated by the Toyota Fortuner, but in 2025, there’s a new contender shaking things up—the Mahindra Scorpio-N. No longer just a budget alternative, the Scorpio-N now stands as […]

2025 Chery Tiggo Cross CSH: South Africa’s Most Affordable Hybrid SUV

July 2, 2025

2025 Chery Tiggo Cross CSH: South Africa’s Most Affordable Hybrid SUV – A Game-Changer or a Compromise? | DriveZA A Game-Changer or a Compromise? By DriveZA Team June 30, 2025 8 min read Chery South Africa has been making waves in the local automotive market, climbing into the top 10 best-selling brands with a record-breaking […]

The Unlikely Icon: How the Toyota Cressida Wove Itself into South Africa’s Soul

June 24, 2025

The Unlikely Icon: How the Toyota Cressida Wove Itself into South Africa’s Soul | DriveZA From engineering marvel to Mandela’s freedom ride – the story of SA’s most beloved sedan By DriveZA Heritage Team June 22, 2025 8 min read For South Africans of a certain generation, the Toyota Cressida wasn’t just a car – […]

Isuzu D-Max EV: A Noble Venture or Just a Flashy Facade?

June 20, 2025

Isuzu D-Max EV: A Noble Venture or Just a Flashy Facade? | DriveZA Can this electric bakkie survive the Mzansi grind? By DriveZA | June 18, 2025 | 6 min read Price: TBA (Expected R700k-R900k) Battery: 66.9 kWh lithium-ion Power: 130 kW / 325 Nm Range: 300 km (claimed) Towing: 3,500 kg Isuzu has long […]

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