Watts & Wheels explores the rapid rise of Chinese brands in South Africa, BMW’s response and the future of local manufacturing.
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Chery has agreed to acquire Nissan’s Pretoria plant, opening the door for Chinese vehicle manufacturing in South Africa.
Chinese vehicle brands are no longer just disrupting South Africa’s new-car market.
Safety researchers warn touchscreen-heavy dashboards increase distraction, reaction times and crash risk for drivers globally.
Watts & Wheels is back – EVs, Chinese challengers, mega chargers and petrol rebels collide in the new season’s first episode.
South African owners of 372 of Volvo’s popular EX30 model have been urged to pay close attention to a safety recall.
South Africa’s new vehicle market staged a decisive recovery in 2025, with total sales climbing above pre-pandemic levels.
New e-hailing rules aim for safety, but costs, delays and provincial gaps undermine effective implementation.
BYD has launched the Sealion 5 in South Africa – and it’s the country’s most affordable plug-in hybrid EV to date.
Uber is weighing electric bikes for Uber Moto as demand rises and its low-cost mobility strategy evolves.










