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Watch VideoCitroen plans expansion in South Africa, but the Basalt won't be on the roads just yet

Citroen Global CEO Thierry Koskas reveals plans to expand the French carmaker's footprint in South Africa with appropriate products and an increased dealer network. With pricing ranging from R249,900 to R371,900, Citroen believes its Indian-built C3 and other B-segment vehicles are well-positioned to capture a larger share of the South African market

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

Citroen C3 expands with a panel van as small commercial vehicle market thrives

Citroen is preparing to enter the competitive small commercial vehicle market with a panel van version of their C3 model. With the segment showing growth despite a declining overall market, Stellantis aims to capitalise on the void left by the Nissan NP200's exit, offering a 1. 2-litre engine that promises better performance for small businesses and delivery services

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

Citroen C3 Aircross now one of South Africa’s least expensive SUVs

The new Citroen C3 Aircross Plus model is the biggest , and one of the cheapest, SUVs in its class, but there's a catch.

Motoring Launches
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Citroen C3 budget hatch gets turbo power, safety upgrade

The Citroen C3 family expands to three with the addition of a turbocharged automatic model. Here's what you get for your money:

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Citroen issues ‘urgent’ airbag recall for C3 and DS3 models in South Africa

The carmaker said customers should stop driving these vehicles immediately and contact their nearest dealership as soon as possible.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

How Indian-built cars have helped prevent an affordability crisis in South Africa

The sourcing of Indian-built cars has proven to be a make-or-break for many car companies in South Africa. But it’s the consumer that’s ultimately winning.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Citroen C3 Aircross Max debuts in SA: It’s bigger and over R100,000 cheaper

As with its C3 hatch sibling that was launched in 2023, the new C3 Aircross is now sourced from India and it has been adapted to suit emerging markets.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

INTERVIEW: Stellantis SA CEO Mike Whitfield on the group’s future as a local manufacturer

South Africa will built Peugeot bakkies for Africa, while Citroen is set to be positioned as a lower-end brand focusing on cars below R400 000.

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

Budget-beating Citroen C3 range expands with new Max model

The Citroen C3 range has been rejigged with the addition of a new flagship model. Here’s what you get for your money.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

Spending R250 000 on a new car? These are five great options

These, as far as we’re concerned, are your five best options if you’re looking for a new car costing less than R250 000.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

DRIVEN: New Citroën C3 enters SA’s budget car market, with R230 000 price tag

Say hello to the new Citroën C3, now sourced from India and sporting a price tag of under R230 000. Is it any good? Let’s take a spin.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

New, larger Citroen C3 Aircross for emerging markets is under consideration for SA

This is the new Citroen C3 Aircross for emerging markets and it differs significantly from the Euro-focused model that we’ve known until now.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Stellantis announces intention to build vehicles in South Africa

Stellantis has signed an MOU to establish a manufacturing plant in South Africa. The global auto giant currently owns 14 brands, including Opel, Fiat and Jeep.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

REVIEW: Citroën C5 Aircross is distinctive and comfortable, but getting pricey

The Citroën C5 Aircross is not the most practical SUV in its class, but it does things in comfort and distinctive French style.

Motoring Reviews
Jason Woosey|Published

DRIVEN: Citroen C5 Aircross is big on comfort

The facelifted Citroen C5 is now available in South Africa, with a new look inside and out. We spent some time with it at the local launch.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

New Citroen C5 Aircross touches down: SA pricing and specs

Fancy a French alternative to the Tiguan? The facelifted Citroen C5 Aircross has touched down in Mzansi.

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Motoring Staff|Published

Stellantis questioning whether it needs to build cars in China, CEO says

The CEO of Stellantis says we are in a world that's fragmenting as states are trying to create bubbles.

Motoring Industry News
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Citroen rebrands itself with new logo and corporate identity

Citroen is reinventing its corporate image, and along with this comes a new logo and fresh design language.

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

Stellantis brings Formula E tech to the road with striking DS E-Tense concept

Still want that Tesla Roadster? The DS E-Tense Performance prototype is something of a laboratory for the development of future electric cars:

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Motoring Staff|Published

New Citroen C5 Aircross revealed: Tiguan rival gets fresh face, smarter cabin

The Citroen C5 Aircross has been given a significant refresh for 2022. But would you choose this quirky French contender over a Tiguan or Tucson?

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

SA PRICING: New Citroen C3 Aircross gets a bolder look for 2022

What’s with the angry look? The facelifted Citroen C3 is now available in South Africa. Here’s what you get for your money.

Motoring Launches
Jason Woosey|Published

NEW MODELS: 2021 Audi A3 (S3) Sportback and A3 (S3) Sedan go on sale in Mzansi

Audi brings several new A3 models and rapid S3 variants to South Africa

Motoring Launches
Pritesh Ruthun|Published

Practical tips on securing your car and the possessions inside of it in Mzansi

Don’t let your guard down. Criminals are waiting to pounce on your vehicle!

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

Hacker alert: Vehicle telematics insider shares key info on cyber crime and cars

Did you know that cyber criminals are able to hack into your tracking systems?

Motoring Industry News
Pritesh Ruthun|Published

New 2021 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross aims to satisfy Mzansi’s sport-utility craving

With the introduction of the second-generation Eclipse Cross, Mitsubishi Motors is promising to disrupt the highly competitive sport-utility vehicle (SUV) market

Motoring Launches
Motoring Staff|Published