South Africa’s first locally manufactured Omoda C4 is scheduled to enter production at the Rosslyn plant at the end of July 2027, with 683 jobs retained and the…
27 Oct 2026 · 09:25
Andiswa Langa
Andiswa Langa is a communications and industry insights specialist focused on Africa’s technology, mobility, and policy ecosystems. Her work examines how global automotive trends, digital infrastructure, and emerging regulatory frameworks shape economic opportunity across the continent. She is known for delivering clear, evidence-driven analysis that bridges global innovation with local realities.
Stories by Andiswa
21 storiesCharging an electric vehicle can fit into a coffee or meal break, with some models claiming a 10% to 80% recharge in under half an hour. For South…
21 Oct 2026 · 14:06
A car launch usually involves a presentation, a test drive and lunch prepared by someone else. Chery changed that arrangement for its new electric Q in South Africa,…
13 Oct 2026 · 15:48
A turbocharged compact SUV from R3,999 a month is a proposition that invites a closer look. Geely is advertising precisely that for its Coolray in South Africa, pairing…
12 Oct 2026 · 16:26
BMW is giving its X3 M50 xDrive a performance boost and introducing a new Black Package, bringing more power and a substantially darker appearance to the flagship performance…
2 Oct 2026 · 10:23
Audi has officially entered the full size luxury SUV market with the global unveiling of the 2027 Audi Q9. The new three row flagship model is designed to…
1 Aug 2026 · 00:29
The latest headlines surrounding Volkswagen have focused on declining profits, weakening sales and another round of restructuring. Investors are understandably concerned after the German automotive giant reported a…
24 Jul 2026 · 13:17
The electric vehicle market has become obsessed with numbers. Every launch revolves around battery size, driving range, charging times and performance figures. Those things matter, but after climbing…
18 Jul 2026 · 16:46
Buying a first car in South Africa is no longer just a question of the lowest sticker price. As of June 2026, the local automotive landscape has shifted,…
29 Jun 2026 · 20:52
The traditional dominance of German luxury automotive brands in South Africa is facing an unprecedented collapse as consumers pivot toward affordable Asian alternatives. Over the last decade, sales…
26 Mar 2026 · 07:58


