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America’s Proposed In-car Drunk-Driving Sensors: safety Promises, Privacy Questions
Motoring
May 5, 2026
Staff Writer

America’s Proposed In-car Drunk-Driving Sensors: safety Promises, Privacy Questions

US law mandates new cars to detect impaired driving using in-vehicle tech NHTSA rules face delays amid privacy and safety debates

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Made in China, sold in Mzansi: The quiet revolution reshaping our car market
Motoring
May 5, 2026
Staff Writer

Made in China, sold in Mzansi: The quiet revolution reshaping our car market

Chinese brands are rapidly rising in South Africa’s car market, challenging legacy automakers with strong sales, local production moves and scale.

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South Africa Fuel Prices Surge to Record Highs in 2026
Motoring
May 5, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa Fuel Prices Surge to Record Highs in 2026

South Africans face sharp fuel price hikes from 6 May 2026 as petrol, diesel, paraffin and LPG surge due to oil prices, weak rand and higher levies.

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Jetour Expands South African Footprint with Rosslyn Manufacturing
Motoring
May 5, 2026
Staff Writer

Jetour Expands South African Footprint with Rosslyn Manufacturing

Jetour will build T-Series models in South Africa from 2027 at Rosslyn, targeting 50,000 units and over 3,000 jobs while expanding its PHEV range.

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Technology Bundles Deliver Major Safety Gains, New Analysis Shows
Motoring
Mar 31, 2026
Staff Writer

Technology Bundles Deliver Major Safety Gains, New Analysis Shows

A growing body of evidence suggests that modern driver assistance technologies are significantly reducing road crashes, and new research into...

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How Ford’s Shift to Megacasting Could Influence Vehicle Repair Costs
Motoring
Mar 24, 2026
Staff Writer

How Ford’s Shift to Megacasting Could Influence Vehicle Repair Costs

Ford Motor Company is planning to replace complex assemblies with giant, single-piece aluminium castings for its upcoming electric pickup. The...

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The 9th Festival of Motoring is Here
Motoring
Mar 11, 2026
Staff Writer

The 9th Festival of Motoring is Here

The iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit will once again come alive from 28–30 August 2026 as the Festival of Motoring (FoM), powered by WesBank...

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Agibot Sets Its Sights on Europe as Humanoid Robot Competition Heats Up
Motoring
Mar 4, 2026
Staff Writer

Agibot Sets Its Sights on Europe as Humanoid Robot Competition Heats Up

Chinese robotics firm Agibot is accelerating its global expansion with a major push into Europe, partnering with automotive supplier Minth Group...

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South Africa Embraces the New Era of Automotive Brands
Motoring
Mar 3, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa Embraces the New Era of Automotive Brands

South Africa’s automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. While traditional marques remain familiar and trusted, a growing...

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BMW Expands Physical AI Innovation with New Leipzig Robotics Pilot
Motoring
Mar 2, 2026
Staff Writer

BMW Expands Physical AI Innovation with New Leipzig Robotics Pilot

The BMW Group is strengthening its position as a leader in intelligent manufacturing with the launch of a new pilot project using humanoid robots...

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Ford’s New Uptime Strategy Signals a Turning Point in Same Day Repairs
Motoring
Mar 2, 2026
Staff Writer

Ford’s New Uptime Strategy Signals a Turning Point in Same Day Repairs

Ford Motor Co. in the U. in the U.S. is sharpening its focus on reducing repair times through its Uptime Assist initiative, an approach designed...

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New ADAS Tech on the Horizon for 2026
Motoring
Feb 24, 2026
Staff Writer

New ADAS Tech on the Horizon for 2026

ADAS in 2026 brings integrated platforms, predictive AI and LiDAR fusion, raising new calibration, software and validation demands.

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