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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

2025 Honda Civic RS: SA’s Underrated Sporty Sedan Hero (Now with Type R Firepower)

Jeremy DicksonFebruary 25, 2025

Toyota Corolla fans might scoff, and Golf GTI loyalists will shrug—but here’s the truth: the 2025 Honda Civic RS is South Africa’s most underrated sporty sedan. Priced at R725,000 (confirmed by Honda SA), it’s a stealthy blend of tech, comfort, and just-enough-power to shame its rivals. And for the purists? There’s a Type R lurking

The 2025 Honda Elevate: Why Even Consider It?

Jeremy DicksonFebruary 18, 2025

Let me tell you, this car is like that one friend who’s reliable but not exactly the life of the party. It’s got its quirks, its strengths, and a few “what were they thinking?” moments. First Impressions: The Elevate Looks… Fine The design is clean and practical—let’s just say it’s a safe choice. It’s not

Honda-Nissan Merger: Will Nismo and Mugen’s Rivalry Spark a Performance Revolution—or Fizzle Out?

admin_deenaFebruary 13, 2025

The proposed Honda-Nissan merger, now teetering on collapse, has left automotive enthusiasts wondering: Could this shaky alliance breathe new life into Japan’s legendary performance divisions, Nismo (Nissan) and Mugen (Honda)? Or will corporate chaos and clashing cultures kill the dream of a hybrid performance powerhouse? The Merger’s Stalled Engine First, the context: Honda

Timekeeping Meets Engineering: The Story of the Casio Honda Watch

admin_deenaDecember 19, 2024

Timekeeping Meets Engineering: The Casio Honda Watch In 1983, Casio teamed up with Honda to create a timepiece that blended precision engineering with motorsport heritage. This limited-edition watch, featuring Honda's iconic racing colours and motor-inspired design, celebrates Honda's dominance in motorsport and Casio's innovation in timekeeping. Equipped with high-precision quartz movement, a tachymeter, and a durable build, the Casio Honda watch is more than just a timepiece—it's a collector's item and a tribute to two giants of innovation.

No, We Didn’t Skip the 80s: The Real Map of Classic Car Investment in South Africa

Classic car investment South Africa: Did we skip the 80s? | DriveZA A mint 1996 Corolla is being called a classic. A garage-kept Mazda 323 is treated like a museum piece. Did we skip the 80s? And what is the next best investment car? DriveZA October 27, 2026 8 min read A mint 1996 Toyota

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

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

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

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

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

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

2025 Honda Civic RS: SA’s Underrated Sporty Sedan Hero (Now with Type R Firepower)

The 2025 Honda Elevate: Why Even Consider It?

Honda-Nissan Merger: Will Nismo and Mugen’s Rivalry Spark a Performance Revolution—or Fizzle Out?

Timekeeping Meets Engineering: The Story of the Casio Honda Watch

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