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Denis Droppa

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.

The law makes it mandatory for e-hailing vehicles to have physical panic buttons.

E-hailing safety back in the spotlight after latest Uber robbery

A recent alleged robbery involving two Uber passengers has highlighted concerns about safety on e-hailing platforms.

Aarto rolls out in 62 municipalities on Wednesday. File picture:

Aarto rollout begins after Salga court bid fails

Controversial traffic law expands to 62 municipalities from July 1

Zero Carbon Charge recently launched two new off-grid, fast-charging stations on the N3 freight route between Johannesburg and Durban.

SA trucking industry edges into electric future as diesel rules roads

Charging infrastructure, high upfront prices slow adoption for long-haul routes

The Kia Tasman's daring design doesn’t blend into the crowd.

REVIEW | Kia Tasman shows there’s substance behind the quirky styling

The double cab delivers impressive comfort and serious off-road capability

Toyota’s Hilux again led sales in May, with its replacement (pictured) being launched this month.

These were SA’s best selling cars and bakkies in May

Rising new-vehicle sales in South Africa continue to confound industry expectations, says the National Automobile Dealers Association.

Transport Minister Barbara Creecy said Sanral may not be able to maintain the national road network without widespread tolling. File photo.

More tolling likely as Sanral inherits failing provincial roads

More than 13,000km of roads have been moved to Sanral since 2013, says transport minister Barbara Creecy.

A fuel attendee fills up a car.

Fuel prices to hit new highs in May

From Wednesday, all grades of petrol and diesel see major increases

Gayton McKenzie has campaigned for SA to be on the F1 calendar since his appointment as sports minister in 2024. File photo.

Ramaphosa to attend Grand Prix this year in push to bring F1 to SA in 2028

Bid to bring back F1 gains impetus after 2027 fail

The E2 is a zero-emission city car with a claimed range of up to 325km.

New Geely E2 is SA’s cheapest electric car

Newcomer undercuts the BYD Dolphin Surf by R2,000

Camouflaged prototypes have been undergoing dynamic testing on test tracks.

Mercedes-AMG gearing up to unleash new GT Black Series

In 2025 Mercedes-AMG teased the Concept AMG GT Track Sport as a possible precursor to a high-adrenaline model.

Peugeot Landtrek production is postponed to 2028, with two other vehicles to be built at the new Eastern Cape plant.

Stellantis delays SA plant and adds new models

Carmaker revises Coega strategy to include hybrid offering as it seeks long-term viability

The flagship Harrier 2.0TD has a lot of spec to offer for R699,900. Picture:

REVIEW: Tata Harrier shows Indian brand is improved but chasing the pack

Tata’s flagship SUV brings bold styling and diesel economy, but trails key rivals on perceived quality in fierce SUV segment

The Suzuki Swift was South Africa’s best selling India-built car in 2025.

South African car sales 2025: winners and losers by brand and model

India-built cars were South Africa’s top-selling light vehicles in 2025, accounting for 38% of sales. Locally built cars dropped to second place (31%) while Chinese-built vehicles rounded out the top three with 16%.

Jetour T2 blends rugged presence with a refined ride

REVIEW | Jetour T2 is ‘Terminator’ SUV that takes on big names for less

It may not be a hardcore 4x4, but the T2 impresses with comfort, technology and rugged appeal that outweigh its price

The world’s best-selling luxury saloon is almost 50% new.

Mercedes turns 140 and gives the S-Class a futuristic reinvention

AI avatars, illuminated stars and heated seatbelts headline a tech-heavy upgrade of the iconic luxury sedan.