Tana Malinga The energy at Melrose Arch was unmistakable as Sipho Magosa Media officially partnered with Renault through its Renault Melrose Arch dealership, marking a bold shift in how automotive brands connect with modern audiences. The launch event brought together creatives, media personalities, and brand stakeholders for what was positioned as more than just a…
BY: TANA MALINGA The countdown has begun! On Saturday, 7 March 2026, the highly anticipated Mahindra Fusion Fest 2026 returns to the iconic SunBet Arena for an unforgettable night where creativity takes centre stage. Following an incredible debut, Mahindra Fusion Fest is back by popular demand – bigger, bolder and more electrifying than ever. Proudly…
Kopano Monaheng SWITCH Energy Drink has teamed up with OMODA South Africa to improve the lives of South African citizens. Switch, through the “Switch Up Your Life” competition, handed over 20 brand new OMODA C7s to the lucky winners during the month of love (February). The competition started in September last year and finished in…
Cars.co.za is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicole Capper Austin as Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately, in a move that signals a deliberate shift in how the company thinks about marketing leadership, growth, and the future of the category. The appointment follows the release of the Cars.co.za Industry Report at DealerCon 2025, which made one…
The refreshed XC90 secures top marks for crash protection and safety technology, reaffirming Volvo’s longstanding leadership in vehicle safety. Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) is pleased to announce that the refreshed Volvo XC90, launched locally in October this year, has been awarded the 2025 Top Safety Pick+ designation by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This…
Earlier this year, Formula 1® and The Cruise Division of MSC Group, made up of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys, announced a multi-year extension of their Global Partnership through 2030, further strengthening the cruise company’s collaboration with the prestigious motorsport. The three newly announced title sponsorships are in addition to existing trackside branding and hospitality…
Tana Malinga bp Southern Africa (bpSA) has officially handed over the first MINI Cooper in its exciting Stand to Win a MINI Cooper campaign and the celebration was nothing short of electric. The handover took place at bp Protea Glen, where the community gathered to witness a life-changing moment for the first winner, Sithandekile Nguluve,…
22 September 2025, Johannesburg – Demand, opportunity, and timing – these are some of the key factors driving South African consumers’ vehicle purchase decisions. Speaking at the inaugural DealerCon today, South Africa’s premier annual gathering for the automotive retail industry, Henry Botha, Executive: Strategy & Product, Absa Vehicle and Asset Finance said: “The vehicle finance landscape is evolving,…
Tana Malinga Cars.co.za, together with NADA, naamsa and TransUnion, hosted the DealerCon 2025 Summit on 17 September 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre. The event gathered leaders from the motor industry, banks, dealers, and technology experts under the theme Shift Happens. The aim was to help dealers and industry players understand changes in the car…
When a streetwear fashion giant and South Africa’s boldest car giveaway platform join forces, you know it’s going to be big. But no one saw this coming. Studio 88 and Dream Drive have just launched a high-octane promotion that puts the most legendary car in South Africa, the BMW 325is Evo II, within reach. A car so rare, spotting one on…
