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  1. Hanno Labuschagne

    BYD unveils new hybrid powertrain with 2,000km+ range

    BYD unveils new hybrid powertrain with 2,000km+ range BYD unveiled a new hybrid powertrain capable of travelling more than 2,000 kilometres without recharging or refuelling, intensifying the EV transition war against Toyota Motor Corp. and Volkswagen AG. The upgraded tech, which aims to put...
  3. Hanno Labuschagne

    VW tests promising solid-state battery

    VW tests promising solid-state battery Volkswagen AG said its battery startup has seen promising results with solid-state cells for electric vehicles, a win for the German carmaker as it pushes to make EVs more efficient and less expensive. A solid-state prototype from VW’s US partner...
  4. Hanno Labuschagne

    Volkswagen passenger car boss fires scary warning at SA government

    Volkswagen passenger car boss fires scary warning at SA government Volkswagen's global passenger car boss has expressed concern over the future viability of the German automotive giant's operations in South Africa, Reuters reports. On Friday, Volkswagen Passenger Car CEO Thomas Schäfer said...
  5. Hanno Labuschagne

    SA's visa chaos worsening skills shortage and putting big investments at risk

    SA's visa chaos worsening skills shortage and putting big investments at risk In one of the world’s most unequal nations an acute shortage of skilled workers is restraining already tepid growth, limiting job creation and pushing some foreign investors to think about moving their money...
  6. Jan

    Volkswagen shows off ID.GTI - an electric GTI concept

    Volkswagen unveils electric Golf GTI concept Volkswagen unveiled an electric version of the much-loved Golf GTI at the 2023 Munich Auto Show, dubbed the ID.GTI. Digital Trends reports that the concept car is based on the ID.2all, another concept car that was first shown off in March 2023...
  7. Hanno Labuschagne

    Tesla still destroying German automakers in EV sales

    Tesla still destroying German automakers in EV sales Germany’s automakers announced bold plans the last several years to shift to electric cars and challenge Tesla Inc.’s dominance. Instead, they’re only falling further behind. [Bloomberg]
  8. F

    VW Cluster

    I had an issue with my 2013 jetta 1.6tdi and bought a cluster from Enroute Spares in Grabow. Turns out I never needed the part and I couldn't return the part as it's an auto electrical part. I've tried the usual gumtree/facebook/junkmail route but have not been able to resell this part. Any...
  9. Naks

    2024 VW Tiguan

    New Volkswagen Tiguan prototype review: https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/tiguan/360409/new-volkswagen-tiguan-prototype-review "... The new Tiguan is 32mm longer and 5mm higher than the current generation, sharing its width and wheelbase. This, combined with the more streamlined...
  10. Hanno Labuschagne

    VW unveils €25,000 electric concept car

    VW unveils €25,000 electric concept car Volkswagen AG unveiled an affordable electric vehicle that’s a couple of years away from production, putting Europe’s largest carmaker on a collision course with Tesla Inc. The compact ID. 2all concept previews a car costing less than €25,000 (R488,450)...
  11. Jan

    Cars that are more expensive second-hand than new in South Africa

    These second-hand cars sell for more than you can buy them new As vehicle manufacturers struggle to meet the demand to fulfil orders, the prices of second-hand cars have skyrocketed, and in some cases, are selling for more used than new. MyBroadband selected a range of the most popular vehicle...
  12. Jan

    VW apologises for refusing to track kidnapped child in stolen car with expired Car-Net

    VW refused to track car with kidnapped child unless police paid Volkswagen (VW) has made its connected car safety service free for five years after enduring heavy backlash for refusing to help track a stolen car with a young child on board unless it got paid for the service. The incident...
  13. Jan

    Autotrader's most-searched-for second-hand cars, with average selling prices

    South Africa's most popular second-hand cars — and how much they sell for Autotrader's Annual Car Industry Report for 2022 has revealed the most popular second-hand cars in South Africa, with the top spot belonging to the Toyota Hilux. The bakkie is listed for an average price of R465,178 and...
    • Jan
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    • Forum: Broadband and IT News
  14. Jan

    Pick-ups (bakkies) coming to South Africa in 2023

    Bakkies launching in South Africa in 2023 South Africans in the market for a new bakkie in 2023 have a lot to look forward to, including a high-power Ford Raptor, a plug-in-hybrid JAC double-cab, and an updated Volkswagen Amarok. Other manufacturers that could launch new bakkies in South...
  15. Jan

    Best-selling car brands in South Africa for 2022

    South Africa's best-selling car brands Toyota is the most popular car brand in South Africa, and by some margin, with the manufacturer selling 62,234 more vehicles in 2022 than the next best-selling brand, Volkswagen. According to data from the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers...
    • Jan
    • Thread
    • automotive business council (naamsa) ford haval hyundai isuzu kia nissan renault suzuki toyota volkswagen
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    • Forum: Broadband and IT News
  16. Jan

    Volkswagen SA wants to build a brand new electric SUV locally

    Volkswagen plans to build new electric SUV in South Africa Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) plans to build a new electric SUV-style vehicle at its Kariega plant in the Eastern Cape. This was revealed in a recent interview by the community newspaper UD Express with newly appointed Volkswagen...
  17. Hanno Labuschagne

    Volkswagen, General Motors, and others pause Twitter advertising

    Volkswagen, General Motors, and others pause Twitter advertising General Mills Inc., said it’s temporarily pausing advertising on Twitter, joining Pfizer Inc., Volkswagen AG’s Audi and other brands rethinking their presence on the platform now that Elon Musk has taken over and is making his...
  18. D

    VW POLO DSG Gear Selector Error "Only leave vehicle in position P. Please visit workshop"

    I have been getting this error msg recently. "Only leave vehicle in position P. Please visit workshop" Has anyone else experienced? It seems to be an issue with 2018 model (so far). One other friend of mine has started seeing the same error. It seems to be a faulty thing in VW Polo. Just want...
  19. K

    VW Polo 2019 performance air filter

    I’m looking to get a new air filter for my car and specifically a flat drop in replacement like the one from K&N, I’ve tried every shop in Cape Town but none of them have it, anyone know where I could get one?
  20. Jan

    New car shortage in South Africa - manufacturers respond

    Bad news for new car buyers in South Africa Many of South Africa's popular car brands are experiencing stock level problems due to a global shortage of semiconductors and other supply chain disruptions. Some modern vehicles now boast thousands of chips to monitor, manage, and control various...
  21. D

    Please help

    I have a VW polo vivo 1.4 2013 model 5 door. My AC compressor's bearings seized causing the serpentine belt to snap. I do not have money to replace the AC compressor right now so I was wondering if I can just get a shorter belt to bypass the AC compressor? I'll attach a photo for more clarity...
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