If you’ve been driving the same car for more than three years now, then you’re in good company. Trends show that South Africans are holding onto their cars for longer than ever before - on average 6 to 8 years, up from around 5 years just a few years ago, according to iMotoNews.

September was the month of “almost”. Almost a rate cut. Almost a real fuel saving. Almost good news all around.

Is your car proudly made in South Africa? There's a wealth of car-building expertise in our Republic, with plants manufacturing marques like Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, VW, Mahindra and more.

August gave South African motorists plenty to talk about. On the one hand, car sales kept humming along with Toyota, Suzuki, and VW claiming nearly half the market between them. On the other, petrol prices are still pinching, especially if your weekend drive involves a Ranger-sized tank.

July 2025 brings South African motorists a mix of good and bad news. While the repo rate dropped by 0.25% — easing prime to 10.5% and trimming monthly car repayments — fuel prices edged upward, offsetting some of those savings. Still, for drivers looking to stretch their budgets, every bit helps.

The South African car market doesn’t generally have big overtaking moments but in June, one brand threw one up the inside and made it stick. According to NAAMSA’s latest sales data, Ford dropped to fifth spot overall, letting Hyundai sneak into fourth. Proving Mzansi is a bit more Seoul than Country and Western. Toyota, Suzuki, and Volkswagen held steady in the top three positions, proving once again that reputation, reliability and affordability rule the local roads.

June kicked off with a small but meaningful win: the repo rate dropped by 0.25%, taking prime down to 10.75%. It’s not a game-changer just yet, but when every rand counts, we’ll take any help we can get.

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Remember when "Made in China" meant budget gadgets and knock-off sneakers? Well, times have changed especially on our roads. These days, Chinese car brands are no longer the underdogs; they're the up-and-coming contenders, offering stylish designs, tech-savvy features, and prices that make your wallet breathe a sigh of relief.

Good news, drivers! March brings a much-needed dip in fuel prices, making your monthly budget easier to manage. On top of that, car insurance premiums have edged down slightly across the board. Small wins, but we’ll take them!

Looking for balloon payment tips that work? Nobody wants that final payment to catch them off guard. The best way to prevent a balloon payment from becoming a financial burden is to plan ahead and manage your vehicle finance wisely. While a balloon payment can make your monthly instalments more affordable, you don’t want to be left scrambling when it’s time to settle the big one. Think about making sure you’ve got a solid plan in place.

Good news, drivers! March brings a much-needed dip in fuel prices, making your monthly budget easier to manage. On top of that, car insurance premiums have edged down slightly across the board. Small wins, but we’ll take them!