Phuti Mpyane Senior Motoring Correspondent

Cars have been a surefire passion for Phuti Mpyane even as a tyke. This was intensified 16 years ago when he joined the ranks of SA motoring journalism. He is now a senior motoring writer at Business Day.

Isuzu unveils gas power conversion for trucks in South Africa

Business

Isuzu Motors SA customers have the option to buy the brand’s trucks fitted with a compressed natural gas-diesel dual ...

FIRST DRIVE | Why the new Jaecoo J7 is a bit of a mixed bag

Motoring

Chinese brand Chery has expanded its offering with the launch of the new Jaecoo sub-brand in South Africa, with the J7 ...

Hino announces first black-owned dealership

Business

Hino, Toyota’s commercial vehicle subsidiary, has announced the first 100% black-owned dealership. Located in Pomona, ...

REVIEW | Ford Everest Wildtrak is a luxurious bundu basher

Motoring

With the Everest range Ford provides the dual purpose of on- and off-road driving plus more habitability than the ...

REVIEW | Isuzu D-Max AT35 is a flawed but formidable double cab bakkie

Motoring

This burlesque Isuzu Arctic Truck has its foibles, but the chest-beating looks and off-road capabilities are big ...

REVIEW | Hybrid Range Rover Velar is a stylish blend of performance and green ...

Motoring

Luxury crossover SUV has family practicality, velocity and the ability to transform into an EV at the touch of a button.

All-new Subaru Forester expected to reach Mzansi in 2025

Motoring

The sixth-generation Subaru Forester has debuted with new styling, improved driving performance and advanced safety ...

Queen Elizabeth’s Range Rover goes on auction

Motoring

This third-generation Range Rover is a special vehicle that is going on auction on November 11 in Birmingham, UK.

Fully-electrified Volkswagen Golf 9 is coming in 2028

Motoring

The Mk8 seems to be the last Golf with ICE engines and electrified 'R' brand tags with all-wheel drive underpinnings.

New Omoda C9 breaks cover in South Africa

Motoring

The new model from Chery's luxury subsidiary boasts more luxury and tech than the C5.