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Bakkie fever: why South Africans can't get enough of Hilux, Ranger, D-MAX and more

Explore the significance of the bakkie in South African culture, from its roots as a workhorse to its evolution into a luxury vehicle.

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

‘Arrested girls lied about their ages’: Police say suspects with stolen Toyota Hilux are minors

Police say birth certificates revealed that the two people arrested in Limpopo for possessing a stolen Toyota Hilux are minors, and they will be moved to a place of safety.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Toyota Hilux GD-6 recovered in Zimbabwe after a woman was robbed in Botswana

The owner of the Toyota Hilux GD-6, valued at over P590,000, was left in distress after three men robbed her at Matsiloje village in Botswana.

News Crime and Courts
Jonisayi Maromo|Published

Swift action by security firm leads to recovery of stolen BMW and Toyota Hilux

Marshall Security’s quick response and collaboration with local law enforcement led to the recovery of three stolen vehicles in Durban.

News Crime and Courts
Thobeka Ngema|Published

Ford Ranger bakkie: still the king in SA's used car market

South Africa's used car market demonstrates resilience with a 0. 8% year-on-year increase in February 2025, while the Ford Ranger maintains its market dominance.

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

Another strong sales month for SA new vehicle market - these were the top-selling brands

The South African new vehicle market continued its positive momentum in February, while exports lost some steam.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

GWM's new P-300 bakkie: a stylish rival to Toyota and Ford

Can the GWM P-300 take on the powerhouses in South Africa's bakkie market with a new engine, luxury amenities, and advanced safety features?

Motoring Launches
Willem van de Putte|Published

First spy shots of ‘new’ Toyota Hilux shows 2026 model could be an extensive facelift

Spy shots emanating from Thailand imply that the upcoming Toyota Hilux could be an extensive facelift of the existing model.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Watch VideoSouth African Henk Lategan wins Dakar Rally prologue

South Africa's Henk Lategan, driving a Toyota Hilux, finished a second clear of Sweden's Mattias Ekstrom over the 29km run in Bisha, with five-time Dakar champion Nasser al-Attiyah of Qatar third.

Motoring Motorsport
AFP|Published