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Entry-Level Cars Under Fire in Latest Crash Tests

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Jun 12, 2026

Staff Writer

Entry-Level Cars Under Fire in Latest Crash Tests

South Africa’s entry-level cars face scrutiny after GNCAP crash tests reveal poor safety ratings for the Haval Jolion and Kia Sonet, prompting concern.

Hyundai Funds Driver’s Licences for YES Programme Youth

Hyundai South Africa funds driver’s licences for 50 YES programme participants, helping remove mobility barriers and improve employability.

Neglected Brakes Could Jeopardise Safety and Insurance Payouts

South African motorists are warned that poor brake maintenance can increase crash risk and lead to legal or insurance claim complications.

Crash Damage You Cannot Always See

Minor collision damage can hide serious structural issues affecting safety, handling and driver assistance systems. Learn why proper repair matters.

The Science Inside Modern Tyre Tread Compounds

Discover how modern tyre tread compounds balance grip, durability, efficiency and safety through advanced rubber chemistry.

Tesla’s Latest Patent Targets a Tiny Part with a Big Impact

Tesla’s latest patent targets trim clips, using a dual-material design to cut cabin rattles, improve NVH and enhance long-term refinement.

Toyota Starlet Zero-Star Crash Rating Sparks Alarm

Global NCAP awarded the previous Toyota Starlet zero stars for adult safety, raising concerns over protection standards in South Africa.

Brembo Pushes Brake-by-wire into the Mainstream

Brembo’s Sensify brake-by-wire system enters series production with a global carmaker, marking a shift toward software-defined vehicle braking.

Car Adverts Push Performance as Speeding Deaths Remains High, Study Warns

An IIHS study finds car adverts increasingly promote speed and performance despite rising road deaths linked to speeding.

America’s Proposed In-car Drunk-Driving Sensors: safety Promises, Privacy Questions

US law mandates new cars to detect impaired driving using in-vehicle tech NHTSA rules face delays amid privacy and safety debates

Made in China, sold in Mzansi: The quiet revolution reshaping our car market

Chinese brands are rapidly rising in South Africa’s car market, challenging legacy automakers with strong sales, local production moves and scale.

South Africa Fuel Prices Surge to Record Highs in 2026

South Africans face sharp fuel price hikes from 6 May 2026 as petrol, diesel, paraffin and LPG surge due to oil prices, weak rand and higher levies.

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