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

Jeremy DicksonJune 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

Isuzu Dragon Max: The Ultimate Retro-Modern Pickup Truck

Jeremy DicksonApril 7, 2025

Isuzu Dragon Max: The Ultimate Retro-Modern Pickup Truck | DriveZA The automotive world is full of restomods—classic cars rebuilt with modern performance. But Isuzu just rewrote the rulebook by transforming a humble 1988 TFR pickup into the Dragon Max, a stunning fusion of vintage style and cutting-edge engineering. The Dragon Max – where classic truck

The Rise of the Isuzu D-Max: South Africa’s Silent Bakkie Contender

Jeremy DicksonFebruary 23, 2025

For years, the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger have dominated South Africa’s bakkie market, but the Isuzu D-Max is steadily gaining ground. Known locally as “Nogwaja”(Zulu for “hare”), the D-Max is carving out a niche by balancing affordability, reliability, and practicality. Let’s explore how it’s challenging the status quo. Sales Momentum: Quiet but Consistent Growth

2025 Isuzu MU-X Onyx: The Toyota Fortuner Beater You’ve Been Waiting For

admin_deenaFebruary 8, 2025

The 2025 Isuzu MU-X Onyx is here, and it’s ready to take on the Toyota Fortuner as the king of the bakkie-based SUV segment. With its rugged design, proven reliability, and impressive off-road capabilities, the MU-X is more than just a competitor—it’s a Fortuner beater in every sense. We put the range-topping MU-X 3.0TD Onyx

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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