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Uitenhage – In support of the local and provincial government’s efforts to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Nelson Mandela Bay, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has donated 150 beds to the isolation facility at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium. The Nelson Mandela Bay municipality recently announced that the stadium would be used to isolate low-acuity ...

JOHANNESBURG – Isuzu Motors South Africa has made more bakkies available to assist in containing the spread of COVID-19 infections in the country. The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria has accepted delivery of 15 Isuzu D-MAX bakkies which will be used to assist with the transportation of personal protective equipment ...

The NEC Solidarity e-Race was re-loaded and kicked off at 08h00 on Thursday 23 April. The second iteration of the popular online race not only saw more competitors registering for their participation but also more and new sponsors coming on board for the event that is broadcasted live on social media platforms. Over 120 entries were ...

PRETORIA, South Africa, 17 April 2020 – This week, the Ford Mustang marks its 56th birthday, having been unveiled at New York’s World’s Fair on April 17, 1964. And while now might not be the best time to get behind the wheel for any unnecessary journey, it’s the perfect time to gather the family around ...

The Solidarity e-Race was created to support the relief efforts provided by the Solidarity Fund to small and medium-sized business enterprises. The race, brought to you by Afrihost, Data Sciences Corporation, Pure Storage and NEC, which combines the passion for speed with the passion for South Africa has kicked off with a bang and has ...

Using your cellphone while driving in South Africa is against the law. Using a cell phone while driving is one of the biggest causes of car accidents in South Africa alone. But what makes it so dangerous when we use our phones while driving? What makes texting and driving the number one cause for car accidents ...

Johannesburg, April 07, 2020 – All-new Audi vehicles are sold with the Audi Freeway Plan (AFP). This is a comprehensive service and maintenance programme designed to give the customer the best value in terms of peace of mind motoring for the duration of the contract. The AFP eases the bother of budgeting for unexpected service ...

Hyundai vehicles with original warranties that expire between March and June 2020 will benefit globally from a warranty extension for up to three months – depending on the specific country – to accommodate car owner’s that are affected by COVID-19 containment measures. In South Africa, Hyundai warranties that expire in the local lockdown period due to ...

The Roads Authority responsible for the specific road has the obligation to ensure the road is safe. In some cases, they appoint companies to do this for them and in some cases the authority has its own maintenance teams. I know SANRAL appoints companies to do this on all the National roads and the concessionaires managing ...

Toll concessionaire and its service providers have instituted various measures to ensure heightened hygiene and sanitisation steps are implemented at all its operations, including toll plazas, and amongst its route maintenance and route patrol service teams; and to limit the risk of exposure and transmission during every interaction. The Automobile Association says motorists should practice good ...

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. (NYSE: FCAU / MTA: FCA) (“FCA”) announced today that its subsidiaries FCA Italy and Maserati will temporarily suspend production across the majority of their European manufacturing plants. The temporary suspension, which will be in effect through March 27, 2020, continues the implementation of a comprehensive set of actions in response to the ...

PRETORIA, South Africa, 12 March 2020 – Ever wanted to design a racing car? Ford is offering gamers the opportunity to have a hand in creating the ultimate track machine. Designed fresh from the ground up, Ford’s first virtual race car not to be based on an existing real‑world model will see an auto manufacturer and ...

Uitenhage. For more than 23 years, the Volkswagen Polo Cup, now known as the Oettinger Polo Cup, has produced not only some of the country’s greatest racing moments, but also some of the country’s best racing drivers and the 2020 championship promises to do the same. The list of drivers who have come through the ranks ...

PRETORIA, South Africa, 4 March 2020 – Too much month at the end of your money? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Consumers across all income groups are being stretched financially due to the rapidly rising cost of living, much of which can be attributed to the consistent rise in fuel prices every year. Not only ...

DULLSTROOM, South Africa, 1 March 2020 – The Ford Castrol Cross Country Team got its new campaign in the premier FIA-class of the South African Cross Country Series (SACCS) off to a great start this weekend, as Lance Woolridge and co-driver Elvéne Vonk (#334) claimed a podium position at the season-opening Mpumalanga 400 in Dullstroom. The ...

Question: My query is regarding the legal requirements with regards to number plates on motorcycles – specifically their placement. Is there any requirement for the numberplate to be located behind the rear wheel? Is a tail tidy or fender eliminator kit which relocates the number plate and it’s light up and forward (directly below the rear brake light) ...

The Emerald Resort and Casino will come alive with roaring action from 28 February – 1 March with everyone patiently waiting to find out who will take home the inaugural Master of the Mile Championship Trophy. This race features heavyweight contenders, Franco Scribante and André Bezuidenhout, who each has won the Knysna King of the Hill ...

Hyundai Automotive South Africa has handed over a brand new library and resource centre as part of its ongoing social investment project to the Lindisa Primary School in Evaton, south of Johannesburg. The initiative, in which Hyundai Automotive SA collaborates with the Imperial and Motus Community Trust, has to date delivered excellent library and resource centres ...

PRETORIA, South Africa, 12 February 2020 – Ford has approved the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) in its Transit vans in Europe. This renewable diesel fuel is based on waste oils, including used cooking oil that can be sourced from restaurants and takeaways – and even kitchens at home. The use of HVO – or ...

Good news, Ermelo motorists, Tiger Wheel & Tyre is back! After a brief break, the nation’s best-loved and most trusted retail wheel and tyre brand recently reopened with a new franchise owner, Gordon Rolls at the helm. Located at the Game Shopping Centre at Cnr. De Emigratie Street and Voortrekker Avenue, Tiger Wheel & Tyre Ermelo ...