PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 11 October 2024 – The summer rainfall season brings a welcome respite from the heat, but it also transforms roads into potential hazards, forcing many motorists to face unpredictable conditions when heavy rains hit. After all, 75 percent of vehicle crashes caused by weather conditions occur on wet roads, with 47 percent …

Grey Vehicle Imports: A Hidden Threat to South Africa’s Economy, Safety and the Automotive Industry as a whole South Africa is facing a growing threat to its automotive industry, economy and public safety—Grey vehicle imports. While the allure of these vehicles often comes down to their lower prices, the risks they pose are far-reaching, from …

By Sejin Kim Truck enthusiasts are all about tuning their vehicles. On average, everyday Ford Explorers and F-150’s just won’t cut it; you need a vehicle that sizzles—one that turns heads at every stop light and stands out from the pack. Enter the world of low riders and lift kits. Whether you are tearing up …

By Sejin Kim When it comes to the automobile industry there are a few names that stick out in everyone’s mind. Toyota and Lexus have earned that right by becoming two of the world’s leading brand names. Toyota began as a simple department within a mother business, Toyota Industries. The type A engine, developed in …

By Sejin Kim Short for “dynamic”, the Toyota Dyna is a medium duty truck that is designed for use in the commercial industry. The Dyna’s platform was primarily based on the Toyopet Route Truck RK52, and in 1959 the route truck’s name was changed to Dyna. Since then, the Dyna series has seen many model …

By Jude Katende Although vehicles have been with us for quite some time, since the days of our grandfathers and great grandparents, we should still regard the industry as relevantly young.  Why, because it is growing slowly. The advent of dealerships especially in used vehicles is a step in the right direction but this has …

By Sejin Kim The Daihatsu Storia was a supermini automobile manufactured by the Japanese car manufacturer Daihatsu over the period 1998 to 2004. It was also presented as the Toyota Duet. It ultimately substituted the kindred Daihatsu Charade which was manufactured aboard the Storia and Duet until its production ceased in 1999. The 1998 embodiment …

By Sejin Kim The inaugural production of the Toyota Sprinter was presented during March 1968 as the approved adaptation of the initial Toyota Corolla. It was the sole adaptation to admit the name “Corolla” in its manufacturing line. Every genesis of the Toyota Corolla was presented with a commensurate edition of the Toyota Sprinter. The …

By Jude Katende How do you describe car rental as a business to a lay person? It is a business that offers car renting services to both domestic and foreign tourists, business entrepreneurs and all other kinds of people who need transport especially self-drive. The benefits are mainly convenience and safety. We offer services to …

By Sejin Kim In 1966, Toyota began producing a new line of cars that they named “Corolla.” Though botanical in origin, the name Corolla means “crown,” which is appropriate as the Corolla soon became the king of the car industry. By 1974, the Corolla was the best-selling car worldwide; the Corolla line of cars has …