August, 2025 | Car And Bike SA

Ford Drops Bold New Accessory Packs for Everest Sport & Ranger XLT

August 13, 2025 Car and Bike SA

Because sometimes stock just isn’t enough. South African car culture is all about making it yours — and Ford knows it. That’s why the brand is rolling out head-turning dealer-fitted accessory packs for two fan favourites: the Everest Sport and Ranger XLT. Think OEM quality meets custom street style. These kits are built from Genuine Ford Accessories and official Ford Licensed Accessories, tested to the same brutal standards as Ford’s factory gear. Buy them with your new ride and they’re covered by the full 4-year / 120,000 km warranty. And…

South Africa’s Used Car Scene is Heating Up – Practical Rides Take the Spotlight

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 Car and Bike SA

South Africa’s used car market just had its best month of 2025 – and it’s not all bakkies and Beemers anymore. July saw buyers leaning harder into practical, affordable, and fuel-efficient models, with a few surprising shake-ups in the top 10. Record-Breaking Month AutoTrader’s July 2025 stats paint a bullish picture: 33,919 cars sold – up +7% year-on-year and +9.4% month-on-month. Total value? A whopping R14.1 billion in used car sales. Average price: R415,983. Average mileage: 73,579 km (down from 75,227 km last year – newer cars are hitting the…

Volkswagen’s New Transporter Lineup Just Got Way More Versatile – and a Lot More Fun to Spec

August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 Car and Bike SA

Volkswagen’s New Transporter Lineup Just Got Way More Versatile – and a Lot More Fun to Spec Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is turning up the volume on the new Transporter generation. Already loved in panel van and Kombi form, the range now welcomes three fresh variants that crank up both practicality and personality: Dropside with double cab – rugged, roomy, and ready for everything from construction sites to surf trips. (From €41,158¹) Panel van Plus – a clever mashup for hauling both crew and cargo. (From €38,525¹) Panel van with L-shaped…