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High impactFuel Prices Spike Again: What September's Hike Means for SA Drivers
Petrol up R1.34/l, diesel up nearly R3/l from 2 September. Here's what's driving it and how to protect your budget.
Medium impactFuel Prices Jump From 2 Sept: Diesel Breaks R30/Litre Inland
Petrol rises R1.34/litre, diesel up to R3.15/litre from 2 September 2026. Here's what it means for your monthly fuel bill.
High impactPetrol Up R1.34, Diesel Up Nearly R3 as September Fuel Hikes Bite
Petrol jumps R1.34/litre and diesel nearly R3/litre from 2 September 2026, driven by oil price surges and geopolitical tension.
High impactFord Ranger Recall: 2,275 Bakkies Face Airbag Safety Fault
Ford recalls 2,275 Ranger Double Cabs over a side airbag fault that could turn trim into a dangerous projectile. Here's what owners must do.
High impactSeptember 2026 Fuel Price Shock: Diesel Set to Jump Nearly R3/Litre
Petrol and diesel prices are set to spike sharply on 1 September 2026 as Middle East tensions push oil prices higher. Here's what it means for your wallet.
High impactFuel Prices Set to Spike 2 September: Diesel Hit Hardest, Here's the Plan
Diesel jumps ~R3/litre, petrol up R1+ from 2 September. Here's what it means for your Hilux, Ranger or sedan — and how to soften the blow.
High impactSeptember 2026 Fuel Hike: Diesel Up R3/Litre, Petrol Up R1
Petrol and diesel prices are set to spike sharply from 1 September 2026. Here's what it means for your wallet and your vehicle.
Medium impactAARTO Expands Nationally: What SA Drivers Must Know Now
AARTO now covers 62 more municipalities. Fines, eNATIS lockouts and demerit points are coming — here's what to do before it hits your licence.
High impactSeptember 2026 Fuel Hike: Diesel Set to Jump Over R3/Litre
Petrol and diesel prices are set to spike in September 2026, with diesel facing hikes above R3/litre. Here's what SA drivers need to know.
High impactDiesel to Break R30/Litre: SA's September 2026 Fuel Shock Explained
Diesel could jump ~R3/litre and petrol nearly R1 on September 2. Here's what's driving it and how to protect your budget.
Medium impactSeptember Fuel Shock: Diesel Set to Jump Nearly R3/Litre
Diesel could spike by almost R3/litre and petrol by up to 85c on 2 September 2026. Here's what SA drivers and businesses need to do now.
Medium impactAARTO Demerit System Launches Nationwide 1 September 2026
SA's points-based licence demerit system goes live nationwide from 1 September 2026. Here's what every driver needs to know.
Medium impactBMW SA Recalls 10,961 Vehicles Over Starter Motor Fire Risk
BMW recalls nearly 11,000 SA vehicles for a starter motor fault linked to overheating and fire risk. Here's what owners must do now.
High impactSeptember Fuel Shock: Diesel Set to Spike Over R3/Litre
Diesel could jump R3.11/litre in September as Middle East tensions bite, while a resilient rand softens the petrol blow.
Medium impactPetrol Drops, Diesel Surges: What August's Fuel Split Means for You
Petrol falls 52c/litre from 5 August, but diesel jumps over R1.20 — here's what it means for your wallet and your vehicle choice.
Medium impactAugust Fuel Prices: Petrol Drops, But Diesel Spike Hits SA Hard
Petrol falls 52c/litre from 5 August, but diesel jumps over R1.38/litre — a blow for logistics, farming, and food prices.
Medium impactSeptember Fuel Shock: Diesel Set to Breach R30/Litre Again
Early CEF data points to a possible R5/litre diesel hike and 50c-R1 petrol rise for September 2026. Here's what SA drivers need to know.
High impactCorolla Cross, Kia Picanto Now Top Hijack Targets in SA
Discovery Insure flags Corolla Cross and Picanto as new hijack hotspots. Here's what SA owners must do now.
Medium impactAugust 2026 Fuel Prices: Petrol Falls, Diesel Spikes Sharply
Petrol drops 52c/litre from 5 August, but diesel jumps over R1.20-R1.38/litre on Middle East tensions. Here's what it means for your wallet.
High impactToyota & Lexus Recall SA: Fuel Gauge Fault and Engine Debris in LC300/LX600
Toyota and Lexus recall thousands of SA vehicles over fuel gauge faults and V35A engine debris. Here's what owners must do now.
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