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The Tyre Tax: Why Your Fancy New SUV Is Secretly a Financial Time Bomb

Jeremy DicksonSeptember 3, 2026

SUV tyre cost South Africa: Why SUVs are a financial time bomb | DriveZA A set of tyres for your SUV could cost more than a used hatchback. We break down the shocking numbers. DriveZA September 3, 2026 6 min read Do you remember when a set of tyres was just a routine expense? You’d

1996 VW Golf Mk3 VR6: The Legend of the Vura

Jeremy DicksonJune 18, 2026

1996 VW Golf Mk3 VR6: The Legend of the Vura | DriveZA Six cylinders, one iconic sound, and a permanent place in South African car culture. DriveZA June 18, 2026 6 min read Over three decades later, the sound of a VR6—a deep, guttural growl—can still turn heads in a parking lot, reminding everyone who’s

The Audi A1: How to Make It Yours (The South African Way)

Jeremy DicksonMarch 19, 2026

Audi A1 South Africa customization guide: Black Edition, options & colours | DriveZA Customisation Guide Audi A1 South Africa customization guide: Black Edition, options & colours Forget those European catalogues. Here’s what you can actually spec on an A1 in SA – from the Black Edition to ambient lighting and everything in between. DriveZA Desk

The R500k Conundrum: Bakkie, SUV, or Hot Hatch?

Jeremy DicksonJanuary 8, 2026

The R500k Conundrum: Bakkie, SUV, or Hot Hatch? | DriveZA SA’s Most Heated Car Debate By DriveZA Debate Team July 2025 7 min read BREAKING NEWS: Scientists have discovered a new fundamental force of nature in South Africa. It’s not gravity or electromagnetism. It’s the uncontrollable urge to argue about what car to buy for

2026 Mazda 2 Review: A Pocket-Sized Premium Proposition

Jeremy DicksonJanuary 8, 2026

2026 Mazda 2 Review: Does Premium Polish Justify the Price in South Africa? | DriveZA 2026 Mazda 2: South Africa’s Premium Hatchback Worth the Splurge? By DriveZA Road Test Team July 2025 6 min read In a sea of budget-focused compact hatches, the Mazda 2 has always dared to be different. For 2026, it continues

Polo Vivo: “I’m a Survivor” — The 2026 Hatch That Keeps Winning in South Africa

Jeremy DicksonJanuary 6, 2026

Polo Vivo: “I’m a Survivor” — The 2026 Hatch That Keeps Winning in South Africa For years, one name has dominated South African hatchback streets: the Volkswagen Polo Vivo. Loved by learners, city commuters, and value seekers alike, the Vivo has endured trends, currency swings, rising costs, and even the SUV revolution. In 2026, it

The Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s Marine-Spec V8 Icon

Jeremy DicksonApril 22, 2025

The Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s Marine-Spec V8 Icon | DriveZA By DriveZA.net | April 22, 2025 The legendary Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s ultimate Q-car In the pantheon of South African automotive icons, few cars stir as much nostalgia—or engine noise—as the Ford Sierra XR8. Born from homologation rules and a love

2025 Peugeot 208 Review: SA’s Stylish Hatchback Star

Jeremy DicksonApril 15, 2025

2025 Peugeot 208 Review: SA’s Stylish Hatchback Star | DriveZA From R349,900, Is This French Flair Your Next Ride? Mzansi, get ready—the 2025 Peugeot 208 is here to turn heads with its lion-claw looks and i-Cockpit swagger. Starting at R349,900, this hatchback blends French style with everyday hustle, but can it outshine VW’s Polo or

2025 Kia Picanto Review: SA’s Favourite City Car Gets Smarter

Jeremy DicksonApril 10, 2025

2025 Kia Picanto Review: SA’s Favourite City Car Gets Smarter | DriveZA Still the budget king, or have rivals like the Toyota Starlet stolen its crown? The 2025 Kia Picanto remains one of South Africa’s top-selling micro-hatches, offering budget-friendly motoring with surprising tech upgrades. But with rivals like the Toyota Starlet and Suzuki Swift upping

Hatchback, O Hatchback, Where Art Thou? The Diminishing Choice of Hatchbacks in South Africa

admin_deenaFebruary 10, 2025

The hatchback, once a staple of South African roads, is slowly disappearing from showrooms. Known for their affordability, practicality, and fuel efficiency, hatchbacks have long been the go-to choice for urban commuters, young drivers, and small families. But in 2025, the options are dwindling—Ford South Africa, for instance, has discontinued all its hatchbacks, including

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The Tyre Tax: Why Your Fancy New SUV Is Secretly a Financial Time Bomb

September 3, 2026

South Africa’s Top-Selling Cars of July 2026: The Vivo, Tiggo 4 Pro, and Swift Dominate

August 27, 2026

South Africa’s Top-Selling Cars July 2026: Vivo, Tiggo 4 Pro, Swift Dominate | DriveZA The VW Polo Vivo, Chery Tiggo 4 Pro, and Suzuki Swift lead the passenger vehicle market. Here’s why. DriveZA August 28, 2026 7 min read The South African new vehicle market continued its strong recovery in July 2026, with total sales

CAUR V23 Review: The Retro-Futurist Box That’s Captivating South Africa

August 26, 2026

iCAUR V23 Review: The Retro-Futurist Box That’s Captivating South Africa | DriveZA We’ve been seeing these funky coloured boxes cruising around, and you can’t help but stop and admire these odd, wonderful things. Here’s everything you need to know. DriveZA August 27, 2026 7 min read There’s a new shape on South African roads. It’s

Chery Tiggo V: The SUV That Turns Into a Bakkie

August 23, 2026

Chery Tiggo V South Africa: The SUV That Turns Into a Bakkie | DriveZA One vehicle. Three personalities. The Tiggo V is a seven-seater SUV, a people mover, and a double-cab bakkie – all in one. DriveZA August 23, 2026 7 min read The Chery Tiggo V is the automotive equivalent of a Swiss Army

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The Tyre Tax: Why Your Fancy New SUV Is Secretly a Financial Time Bomb

1996 VW Golf Mk3 VR6: The Legend of the Vura

The Audi A1: How to Make It Yours (The South African Way)

The R500k Conundrum: Bakkie, SUV, or Hot Hatch?

2026 Mazda 2 Review: A Pocket-Sized Premium Proposition

Polo Vivo: “I’m a Survivor” — The 2026 Hatch That Keeps Winning in South Africa

The Ford Sierra XR8 – South Africa’s Marine-Spec V8 Icon

2025 Peugeot 208 Review: SA’s Stylish Hatchback Star

2025 Kia Picanto Review: SA’s Favourite City Car Gets Smarter

Hatchback, O Hatchback, Where Art Thou? The Diminishing Choice of Hatchbacks in South Africa

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