Denis Droppa has spent 28 years as a motoring journalist on two and four wheels, covering new-model launches, road tests, motorsport, and the motor industry.
FIRST DRIVE | Why the new Ford Transit Custom will go down smooth with heavy-haulers
MotoringWe’re used to seeing modern double cab bakkies becoming ever more refined and luxurious, adding family comfort to their ...
Omoda celebrates its first year in South Africa with spot in top 20 brands
MotoringChinese brand reports sales figures for the first time after 12 months in South Africa.
DA seeks to allow importation of cheap used cars
NewsOpponents say this would destroy vehicle manufacturing in South Africa and cost thousands of jobs.
BMW reveals details and disguised pics of new X3 to be built in Mzansi
MotoringThe plug-in hybrid version will be built in South Africa while other versions will be imported.
Carmakers admit electric vehicles aren’t the solution for everybody
MotoringAs more electric vehicles (EVs) are being launched in South Africa, global sales of battery-powered cars have slowed, ...
REVIEW | The Honda CB 500X is an affordable, capable adventure tourer
MotoringHonda SA recently launched the CB 500X motorcycle as a more affordable alternative in its adventure touring line-up.
These were Mzansi's most popular electric cars in 2023 as sales spike
MotoringEV sales increased 85.4% last year off a low base as more models were launched at better prices.
REVIEW | Audi S8 merges stealthy looks with explosive performance
MotoringWhen an Audi S8 was used in a memorable car chase in the 1998 action movie Ronin, it helped put the German luxury car ...
Here are the new bakkies for launch in SA in 2024
MotoringWith the launches of several bakkies, including the Volkswagen Amarok range and several additions to the latest Ford ...
These were South Africa’s best-selling cars in a depressed June
BusinessAffordability is the biggest factor choking sales, says WesBank.