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Review: Isuzu MU-X 3.0TD Onyx XT 4×4

Isuzu has updated its MU-X lineup, and we have driven the R1 026 800 range-topping XT model ahead of its local launch. Here is what we had to say about it!

Posted by Gareth Dean - 5 May 2025

Isuzu’s D-Max AT35 Brawler Updated With New Face

Isuzu’s has updated the D-Max AT35 for the UK market, but their iteration includes the 1.9-litre turbodiesel as opposed to the 3.0-litre. Here is what has changed…

By Marius Boonzaier - 30 April 2025

Isuzu Goes All Electric with Introduction of D-Max EV Bakkie

Isuzu has officially dipped its toe into all-electric waters with the introduction of the D-Max EV bakkie. The zero-emissions model is good for 140 kW and 325 N.m!

By Marius Boonzaier - 30 April 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Car Brands — March 2025

South Africa’s car industry saw a 12.5% surge in March 2025 from the same period in the previous year. Here are the 10 most popular manufacturers with Toyota leading Suzuki and Volkswagen for the podium spots.

By Marius Boonzaier - 3 April 2025

Isuzu’s Dragon Max is the Perfect 80s Bakkie Restomod

Isuzu has built one of the coolest retro bakkies yet! It seems, that the KB-based Dragon Max Concept will remain just that; a concept. How cool is this?!

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 2 April 2025

Top 5 Best-Selling Bakkies in SA — March 2025

Want to know South Africa’s five most popular bakkies sold during March of 2025? Here is the ranking…

By Marius Boonzaier - 2 April 2025

Isuzu D-Max AT35 Basecamp Unveiled!

Isuzu UK has launched the D-Max AT35 Basecamp, transforming the Arctic Trucks-modified D-Max AT35 into a fully equipped off-road camping vehicle

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 19 March 2025

Isuzu Debuts Traviz Concept as Potential Quantum Rival

For as long as it has been around, the Quantum has dominated the minibus industry but Isuzu has revealed the Traviz Concept which could rival the Toyota…

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 7 March 2025

Top 5 Best-Selling Bakkies in SA – February 2025

The February 2025 Naamsa sales figures are in, and we’re focusing on the top 5 bakkie models and how they compare to January’s numbers. Here’s all you need to know…

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 4 March 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Car Brands – February 2025

With February behind us, it’s time to take a look at how car brands stacked up in the market. Here’s a breakdown of the top 10 best-selling brands of the month

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 4 March 2025

Isuzu Unveils Limited Edition Trucks for SA Alongside Global Expansion for BEVs

Isuzu South Africa unveiled two limited edition trucks for the South African market while stating that BEVs could soon be part of their local portfolio.

By Alex Shahini - 28 February 2025

Isuzu SA CEO Believes a Collaborative Production Facility is Solution to Deindustrialisation

Could a shared production facility work to slow the deindustrialisation process down further? Isuzu CEO Billy Tom believes it can. Details here.

What models sold in South Africa could justify the demand of a shared SKD or CKD facility?

By Alex Shahini - 28 February 2025

Top 10 Best-Selling Car Brands in South Africa for 2024

The year 2024 is well behind us, but we’ve been delving into the data to determine South Africa’s best-selling car brand from the time period. Here are the Top 10!

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 24 February 2025

Top 5 Best-Selling Bakkies in SA – January 2025

January 2025 is done and the official sales figures are in! The Hilux retained its crown in the bakkie segment – here are the top 5 and how many they sold.

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 5 February 2025

Battle Of The Sub-R700k Double Cabs Bakkies

South Africans love bakkies, but what should they choose when the options are almost endless? We look at a few options under R700 000.

By Charlen Raymond - 17 January 2025

Coming to SA in 2025 – Isuzu

Isuzu is set to invigorate its local lineup with the arrival of a foreign spec model and we speculate its bakkie lineup will be handed some timely updates…

By CAR magazine - 13 December 2024

Isuzu Unveils 2.2L Ddi MaxForce Engine for 2025 D-Max Bakkie and mu-X

Bridging the gap between the 1.9-litre and 3.0-litre, Isuzu has now released the 2.2L Ddi MaxForce motor for its bakkie and SUV. Would this be a perfect middle ground between the two currently available powertrains in SA?

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 22 November 2024

Review: Isuzu D-Max 45 3.0 Ddi 4×4 LSE AT

Built to celebrate the 45th of local Isuzu bakkie production, the D-Max 45 aims to elevate the appeal of its namesake with the addition of model-specific trim and accessories.

By Marius Boonzaier - 13 November 2024

Isuzu SA Celebrates Major Production Milestones Locally

Isuzu SA has celebrated 60 years of truck manufacturing and 45 years of bakkie manufacturing, but it hasn’t always been smooth sailing. Here is how they have gotten here.

By Alex Shahini - 25 September 2024

Top 10 Best-Selling Automotive Brands Locally – August 2024

Toyota has retained the title of best-selling automotive brands for August with Volkswagen and Suzuki trailing behind in the remaining podium places. Here are the Top 10.

By Alex Shahini - 3 September 2024

Top 5 Best Selling Bakkies – August 2024

Hilux on top for August! Despite a shrunken market, the Toyota managed to retain its throne as best-selling bakkie. Here are the top 5!

By Alex Shahini - 2 September 2024

New Nissan Frontier Gets Fresh Face and Retains 228 kW of Power

The Navara’s international twin, the Frontier, has been given a subtle refresh and retains its naturally aspirated 3.8-litre V6 motor. Here is what has changed on the Nissan bakkie. Would that 228 kW powertrain be enticing to local bakkie buyers?

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 6 August 2024

Isuzu Reveals Limited Edition D-Max 45 – Pricing and Specification

Isuzu has been producing bakkies locally for 45 years and to celebrate, the automaker has unveiled a limited-edition D-Max 45. Here is how much it will cost and what is on offer.

By Marius Boonzaier - 26 July 2024

Isuzu D-Max Gets Off-Roading Kit with Mudmaster Derivative

Isuzu UK claims that this heavily modified D-Max Mudmaster is the ‘ultimate’ off-road machine. Here are details and what has been upgraded!

By Marius Boonzaier - 23 July 2024

SUV Shootout – The Verdict

Six of the toughest and most accomplished ladder-frame based SUVs embarked on an epic throughout the Cape and into some treacherous Karoo terrain. With a mixed skillset on offer, here is the verdict of each. Which would you choose on your next overlanding adventure and why?

By CAR magazine - 18 July 2024