Do you know the iCaur brand? It makes that really cool looking, boxy model called the 03T. We drove it a few months ago and we were quite impressed. However, that car is a pure EV ie it’s powered by electric motors. That may limit its appeal, as cool at looks, because EV adoption is […]
A few months ago we had our first experience with new-gen GWM products when we were loaned a Haval H6. The company added new derivatives since then with PHEV powertrains, which we what we recently drove. GWM has been operating in South Africa for the better part of 18 years. That could, in part, explain […]
Affordable hybrids in South Africa present a practical solution for commuters, sidestepping high fuel costs and unreliable EV infrastructure, despite market.
A while back we had our first experience with the Omoda C7. That car was a high-spec Elegance version. More recently we had the range-leading Omoda C7 SHS PHEV in our care, so we hit the open road heading South. Omoda is one of the brands in Chery SA’s ever-growing portfolio. What started with a […]
OMODA & JAECOO is expanding its J5 range in South Africa with hybrid and electric models by 2026, betting on premium features and efficiency to attract buyers.
BYD (or Build Your Dreams, if you prefer) is one of the world’s leading producers of new-energy vehicles (hybrids and EVs). The Chinese automaker has been drip-feeding new models in the SA market for the better part of two years. While some are niche (such as full EVs) or premium SUVs. However, we believe its […]
The Chery Tiggo 9 is the range-leader of the brand’s local portfolio. We spent some time with the very apex model to see if Chery can cut it with the best. Chery SA has been a regular top seller in the local car market. That comes mostly from Tiggo 4, small SUV, sales. However, the […]
