This week in car news: South Africa’s Top 5 safest cars under R270 000, Audi announces 33 EV charging stations across SA

By: Nelson Kalula

During the working week, we publish a ton of automobile news items, and it may be difficult to keep up with everything – which is why we created this weekend list.

In summary, here are our top 10 car news stories of the week, in case you missed them at the time.

1. South Africa’s Top 5 safest cars under R270 000

R270 000
Image: Suzuki

Buying a new car on a budget shouldn’t mean you have to compromise on your personal safety – here is a list of South Africa’s Top 5 safest cars under R270 000.

FULL STORY: South Africa’s Top 5 safest cars under R270 000

 

2. Audi announces 33 EV charging stations live across SA

Image: QuickPic

Audi has taken the first steps to avail chargers on a wide scale for the public.

FULL STORY: EV charging stations are live across SA

 

3. Locally made Corolla Cross GR-S gets Toyota’s sporty touch

Cross GR-S
Image: Toyota

The model has now been put through a Gazoo Racing regiment and as a result, we get to feast our eyes on the Corolla Cross GR-S.

FULL STORY: Cross GR-S gets Toyota’s sporty touch

 

4. Mzansi Edition imparted onto the BMW 1 and 2 Series

Image: BMW

The BMW 118i, 128ti and 218i have all been given the Mzansi Edition touch which includes sporty M components and contrasting trim. Here is how much they will cost in Mzansi.

FULL STORY: Mzansi Edition BMW 1 and 2 Series

 

5. Electric M3 may be on the table says CEO Frank van Meel

electric M3

Everyone’s favorite Bavarian marque is playing with the idea of an electric M3 as the next step forward.

FULL STORY: Electric M3 on the table says CEO Frank van Meel

 

6. The Yaris gets a sleek sedan sibling in the Toyota Yaris Ativ

Yaris Ativ
Image: Toyota

The global fourth-gen Yaris portfolio has a model to satisfy almost every need and the latest Yaris Ativ seeks to provide an entry level sedan for buyers in emerging markets.

FULL STORY: The Yaris gets a sleek sedan sibling

 

7. BMW G81 M3 Touring not confirmed for SA just yet

G81 M3

Among the many things, we fall short of receiving are more often than not, cars. One, in particular, the recently unveiled and much sought-after BMW G81 M3 Touring.

FULL STORY: BMW G81 M3 Touring not confirmed for SA just yet

 

8. The 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross gets a facelift and new tech

Xpander Cross
Image: Mitsubishi

The pumped-up Mitsubishi Xpander Cross has received a facelift that includes an intricately styled front end and plenty of rugged trim throughout.

FULL STORY: 2023 Mitsubishi Xpander Cross gets a facelift

 

9. Toyota announces KZN Prospection plant fully operational

Prospection Plant

Earlier this year, the KZN region was blindsided by severe flooding that claimed the lives of many and left the area in a state of disarray.

FULL STORY: Toyota South Africa Motors announces KZN Prospection plant fully operational

 

10. Jeep jumps into the full-size SUV segment with Grand Cherokee L

Grand Cherokee L
Image: Jeep

The sumptuous Jeep Grand Cherokee L will be making its way to South African shores to tackle our roads and beyond in premium fashion.

FULL STORY: Jeep jumps into the full-size SUV segment

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