The brand’s new flagship combines old-school SUV proportions with cutting-edge technology to deliver refined capability for modern drivers. iCAUR V27 debuts as the brand’s flagship SUV, showcasing the brand’s “Future Classic” design language. High-performance REEV drivetrain delivers 339 kW, 156 km EV range and over 1,000 km total range. Premium comfort, advanced tech, and five-star safety position the V27 for global markets in 2026. The iCAUR V27 SUV made its global debut at the 23rd China Guangzhou International Motor Show. As the new flagship model in the iCAUR V series, the V27 presents the “Future Classic” design concept and delivers a combination of refined design, advanced technology, strong performance, and comprehensive safety. The model will begin rolling out to global markets in 2026. “Modern consumers no longer want vehicles built around a single standout feature. They expect products that perform consistently well across the board,” commented Hans Greyling, General Manager of iCAUR South Africa. “The V27 embodies that shift, combining classic-inspired design with strong performance and versatile functionality.” Exterior design Design is central to iCAUR’s brand identity. The V27 applies the “Future Classic” concept by combining iconic, rugged SUV proportions with contemporary details. The vehicle measures 4,899 mm long in the Small Package version, and 5,045 mm with the full spare tyre. The width, height, and wheelbase measure at 1,976 mm, 1,894 mm, and 2,900 mm, respectively. With a wide stance, short front overhang, long bonnet, and elongated body, the V27 radiates a confident presence. The near 1-to-1 width-to-height ratio enhances the rugged look. Unique scoop surfaces add a refined visual texture, while a low window line and large side windows offer a panoramic outward view. The front features eight interchangeable colour elements, and the rear includes retro-inspired taillights. Two tailgate designs are available to suit …
Volvo XC90 Earns 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick+ After Impressive Crash Test Results
The refreshed XC90 secures top marks for crash protection and safety technology, reaffirming Volvo’s longstanding leadership in vehicle safety. Volvo’s refreshed XC90 has earned the 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick+, thanks to outstanding crashworthiness and crash avoidance performance. The SUV achieved ‘good’ ratings across major crash tests, including the tougher updated moderate overlap front test, with strong protection for both driver and rear passengers. Updated safety systems reinforce Volvo’s ongoing leadership and commitment to occupant safety. Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) is pleased to announce that the refreshed Volvo XC90, launched locally in October this year, has been awarded the 2025 Top Safety Pick+ designation by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This recognition follows outstanding test results across the Institute’s crashworthiness and crash avoidance evaluations, with the updated moderate overlap front test standing out as a key area of strength. The XC90 was recently refreshed with several key updates, including updated front styling, a revised interior with a higher-resolution 11.2-inch touchscreen and updated materials, and new paint colours. The moderate overlap front crash test was updated by adding a rear-seat dummy and new injury measures to better evaluate back-seat protection. Later, the scoring was revised to more accurately assess chest-injury risk by incorporating both chest compression and shoulder-belt position into a single metric. But safety has always been a key tenet of Volvo cars and, despite the loftier standards, the XC90 achieved a ‘good’ overall rating, the highest awarded by the IIHS. The SUV’s structure remained stable and provided ample survival space for both the driver and the rear passenger. All driver injuries were rated ‘good,’ including the head and neck, chest, thigh, hip and lower leg and foot. The rear passenger dummy also recorded low risks of head, neck, and chest injury. …
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Volvo XC90 and XC60 lead South Africa’s pre-owned PHEV market
Strong sales, stable demand, and growing consumer confidence highlight Volvo’s leadership in the country’s pre-owned electrified vehicle segment. Between 1 January and 31 October 2025, the Volvo XC90 sold 67 units and the XC60 63 units in South Africa’s pre-owned PHEV market, with the XC90 averaging just 69 days to sell. Stable demand and strong value retention highlight growing consumer confidence in Volvo’s electrified technology. With new EV and refreshed PHEV models, Volvo is expanding its electrified footprint and supporting South Africa’s greener mobility future. Volvo Car South Africa continues to strengthen its position as a leader in South Africa’s electrified vehicle landscape, with the brand’s plug-in hybrid models ranking first and second among the country’s best-selling used PHEVs. New market data from AutoTrader South Africa reveals a compelling trend: demand for Volvo’s electrified vehicles remains robust across the full ownership cycle, from new sales to the rapidly expanding pre-owned segment. Between 1 January and 31 October 2025, the Volvo XC90 sold 67 units and the XC60 sold 63 units, making them the first- and second-best-selling used PHEVs in South Africa. It’s worth noting that, according to AutoTrader’s Mid-Year Industry Report, the XC90 was also ranked as the ninth-best-selling used hybrid vehicle overall, and the best-selling used premium hybrid overall. Early leadership in PHEVs continues to pay off As one of the earliest adopters of plug-in hybrid technology in South Africa, Volvo has built a more mature and established electrified portfolio than many marques. This heritage is now visible in the used market, where a larger pool of Volvo PHEVs demonstrates stable demand and strong residual values over time. The model range gives South Africans two entry points into Volvo’s electrified ecosystem, each backed by years of proven performance and consumer trust. High used PHEV demand strengthens brand confidence Volvo’s …
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Samsung Showcases a Landmark Mobile-Powered Innovation Moment at Loftus Versfeld With the Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung made history at Loftus Versfeld on 29 November, delivering the world’s first stadium crowd cam captured entirely on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. The live demonstration formed part of Samsung’s partnership with SA Rugby and the Vodacom URC, and highlighted the Galaxy S25 Ultra’s powerful camera capabilities, reinforcing Samsung’s drive to push mobile innovation forward and elevate the fan experience with world-class technology. A full-stadium moment powered by a single device The four-minute activation unfolded during half-time, with the stadium MC inviting supporters to take part by capturing their own selfies from the stands. What followed was a deliberately simple, stadium-wide moment that relied solely on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, from capturing the footage to delivering the final image live to the crowd, in a fully mobile-driven workflow. A mix of former and current Springboks, including Cameron Hanekom, Jaco Kriel, and Dewland Potgieter, helped set the moment in motion by taking selfies with fans and celebrities on the field, before the Galaxy S25 Ultra swept across the stands in real time. Shooting entirely on-device, the S25 Ultra delivers a DSLR-like experience With Expert RAW, anyone on the field could shoot like a professional photographer, from ultra-wide crowd scenes to tight telephoto portraits, all captured with crisp, vivid detail. The AI-enhanced ProVisual Engine elevated every shot with intelligent colour and detail enhancement, putting the power of a full studio right in your pocket. Real-world capability in a live environment The activation was created to highlight four key strengths of the Galaxy S25 Ultra: its impressive clarity, long-range zoom, low-light performance, and instant sharing. These played out naturally as the device captured the stadium from different distances, angles, and lighting conditions. Using features like 100x Space Zoom, the AI-powered ProVisual Engine, and pro-level tools such as Log Video, the S25 Ultra …
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Revealed: The Hidden Rhythms Behind South Africa’s Festive Season Deliveries
The data reveals a sequence of surges that quietly impact how goods reach shelves and shoppers. South Africa’s festive season is often framed as a single, extended and frantic retail peak. In reality, the data reveals a series of surges that begin in late October and intensify through November and December. These waves appear clearly in monthly volume shifts across regions and sectors, with retail volumes rising sharply from September before tapering into the new year. Early movers: fashion, homeware and gifts The first surge typically emerges in late October, driven by fashion, homeware and early gifting. For City Logistics – a leading privately owned logistics company in South Africa – this marks the start of a period of high agility. Gift shopping ramps up most quickly in the first three weeks of November and extends into early December, synchronising with promotional cycles and consumers spreading their spending. “By October we’re already tracking line-level changes that show which categories are heating up,” says Ryan Gaines, City Logistics CEO. “Those signals give us enough lead time to adjust routing, capacity and shift patterns before the real pressure arrives.” Black Friday and Cyber Monday: the compression spike The next decisive surge arrives with Black Friday and Cyber Monday. These events generate intense, compressed demand over 24 to 72 hours, typically bridging late November and early December. The pressure is acute in the last mile, where labour, routing complexity and urban congestion converge. Without careful planning, these bottlenecks can cascade back through the network. The December salary lift Early salary payments between 13 and 15 December trigger another rapid spike in discretionary buying. This surge is reflected less in store traffic and more in the accelerated movement of goods between national distribution centres, cross-docks and retail outlets. Inland regions account for around two-thirds of annual volume, yet coastal nodes …
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Volvo Car South Africa Enhances EX30 Experience With Full In-Car Connectivity and Major Software Update
New connectivity services and software upgrades enable online maps, feature updates, and smarter long-distance route planning. In-car data connectivity for all Volvo EX30s is now fully activated, with a complimentary four-year connectivity package (Nov 2025–Nov 2029). Vehicles have received OTA software update 1.7.1, adding Android Auto, new parking modes, and enhanced ACC when towing. The rollout supports Volvo’s shift to a software-defined vehicle ecosystem, enabling online maps, real-time charging info, and seamless future updates. Volvo Car South Africa (VCSA) is pleased to announce the activation of in-car data connectivity for the all-electric EX30. This enhanced connectivity service has been officially activated, delivering a seamless, reliable online experience to drivers across South Africa and Lesotho. With built-in internet now fully enabled, Volvo EX30 owners can stay connected, informed, and in control wherever their journey takes them - without the need for external Wi-Fi routers or mobile hotspots. Volvo has granted all eligible vehicles a complimentary four-year connectivity package, valid from November 2025 through November 2029. In addition to the successful activation, all vehicles have also received the over-the-air (OTA) software update 1.7.1. This update, which installs in approximately 30-45 minutes, enhances vehicle performance and can be downloaded directly via the newly enabled in-car connectivity. The update introduces several new features, including Android Auto, Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) functionality when a towbar is connected, and three new parking modes: Relax Mode, Refresh Mode, and Range Mode. The software update enhances the day-to-day experience by ensuring maps remain online (network-dependent) and enabling new features to be deployed without requiring a workshop visit. “We know how essential reliable connectivity is on South African roads, whether you’re travelling for work, family, or adventure,” said Grant …
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Samsung Becomes the Official Mobile and Consumer Electronics Partner for SA Rugby’s National Teams and the Vodacom URC
Samsung has joined SA Rugby as the official mobile and consumer electronics partner across the national teams, including the Springboks, Springbok Women, Junior Springboks, Springbok Sevens and Springbok Women Sevens, as well as the Vodacom United Rugby Championship (URC). The partnership brings together cutting-edge Galaxy technology and the passion of South African rugby. The agreement, effective from September for the Vodacom URC and October for the Springboks, runs for two years. Many synergies According to Justin Hume, Vice President of Mobile eXperience at Samsung, the partnership makes sense because it sharpens how fans connect to the game. “Through the power of Galaxy devices and Samsung Galaxy AI, we’re enabling fans to capture, share and enjoy every moment with clarity and immediacy. No other brand can connect supporters, teams and players quite like Samsung, it’s a natural fit for how rugby is experienced today.” He says the shared focus on excellence, continuous improvement and elite performance strengthens the fit between Samsung, SARU and the Vodacom URC. Their year-round investment in developing players, coaches and support teams mirrors Samsung’s own drive for innovation and long-term progress. Samsung says the partnership reflects its commitment to humanising technology – using Samsung Galaxy AI to bring fans closer to the players, the moments and the energy of the game. “On the field. In your hands. Powered Samsung Galaxy AI” speaks to how Galaxy elevates the way fans experience the Springboks. Hume adds that Samsung’s open ecosystem brings supporters closer to the action, whether they’re watching from the stadium or at home. “Our technology strengthens connection, performance and progress, values that align naturally with Springbok and Vodacom URC rugby.” He says the partnership also supports Samsung’s audience priorities, the growth of Galaxy AI and the company’s long-term investment in the South African market. Enhancing …
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OLX Group Reports Record Profitability With 49% Margin and Strong 22% Revenue Growth
OLX Group (“OLX”), a global online classifieds leader with nearly 60 million daily listings across seven markets and a subsidiary of Prosus, has reported strong financial results for the first six months ended 30 September 2025. Revenue grew 22% (17%) year-on-year to US$473 million, from US$389 million in 1HY25. Adjusted EBITDA increased 52% (44%) year-on-year to US$231 million, expanding margins by 10 percentage points to 49%. Adjusted EBIT grew 59% (51%) from the prior period to US$205 million. "I am very proud that our strategy is delivering meaningful results. By keeping our focus on core categories and the rapid scaling of our proprietary AI across the business to improve customer success, we are already showing great progress just a year after repositioning the company,"said Christian Gisy, CEO of OLX Group. "While we remain committed to organically driving growth, the acquisition of leading French motors platform La Centrale has shown that we are well-positioned to capitalise on strategic opportunities to expand our footprint in Western Europe." Progress against strategy OLX’s strong performance was fuelled by growth across its core categories of Motors, Real Estate, and Jobs. Additionally, OLX continued to innovate its product offering, elevating the professional customer and end-user experience with cutting-edge AI solutions. Within its core categories: Motors delivered an impressive 27% revenue growth, driven by enhanced monetisation, innovative dealer tools, improved advertising solutions, and search optimisations that generated more leads for customers. Real estate showed strong growth, with revenue up 26%, and gains across B2C and C2C segments, supported by GenAI-powered posting forms, unified app migration, and pricing innovations that improved listing visibility and engagement. Jobs demonstrated resilience, with 12% revenue growth, despite difficult market conditions. Results were powered by an updated offering and …
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New ES90 Marks the Next Chapter in Three Decades of Volvo Flagship Sedans
Volvo’s first all-electric executive sedan redefines sustainable luxury with next-generation performance, technology, and design. The ES90 blends sedan elegance with fastback versatility and SUV-like spaciousness, signalling Volvo’s next era of sustainable luxury. It builds on more than three decades of flagship sedans, from the 960 and early S90 to the innovative S80 generations and the modern 2016 S90. Each previous model shaped Volvo’s identity through safety, refinement, and design innovation, a legacy the ES90 now carries into a fully electric future. For more than three decades, Volvo’s flagship sedans have defined understated luxury, intelligent engineering, and forward-thinking design. From the iconic 960 to the sophisticated S90, each generation of large Volvo sedan has reflected the values of its time, with safety and refinement remaining key tenets across all generations. Now, with the arrival of the new ES90, that legacy moves into a fully electric future. Every flagship Volvo has been a statement of intent. The ES90 continues this tradition, embodying the very best of Scandinavian design and sustainable innovation. Built on Volvo’s next-generation SPA2 electric architecture, the ES90 combines long-range performance, cutting-edge connectivity, and a cabin designed to be as serene as it is smart. The 960 and first-generation S90 — the beginning of modern Volvo luxury Introduced in 1990, the Volvo 960 was one of the marque’s first vehicles to feature styling by Peter Horbury, the late automotive designer whose influence shaped the manufacturer in the decade to come. While still boxy and conservative, the 960 donned a more contemporary fascia with slimmer headlights and a refined grille, with an even more modern look being introduced for the 1994 facelift. While the 960 wasn’t a common sight on South African roads, this range-topping Volvo had performance to compete with the very best of Europe’s luxury sedans. The powerful 2.9-litre …
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Omoda C5 Lineup Grows Stronger With New Street+ and Style X Upgrades
Following the introduction of the C5 Luxury X and Elegance X trims earlier this year, OMODA & JAECOO South Africa are now enhancing the Style and Street derivatives with a series of upgrades designed to deliver more power, introduce new transmission options, elevated specifications, and a notable boost in performance. The new Street+ now delivers a substantial increase in output, with power rising from 83 kW to 115 kW and torque climbing from 138 N.m to 230 N.m, thanks to the familiar turbocharged 1.5-litre four-cylinder engine used throughout the C5 lineup. The result is a far more dynamic and responsive driving experience, complemented by improved efficiency. Fuel consumption decreases from 7.3L/100 km to 6.9L/100 km. More power and greater efficiency. What’s not to like? Power is channelled to the front wheels through a CVT (continuously variable transmission), allowing drivers to tailor their experience via two selectable modes: Eco and Sport. The Street+ continues to utilise a MacPherson front and torsion beam rear suspension setup, while braking performance is managed by disc brakes all round, with ventilated units on the front axle for added stopping power. While positioned as the entry point to the C5 lineup, the Street+ boasts an impressive list of standard features that make it anything but entry-level. Highlights include 17-inch alloy wheels, heated door mirrors, and a black cloth-trimmed interior. Comfort and convenience are enhanced with air-conditioning, rear parking sensors, automatic headlights, a rear-view camera, and cruise control, all fitted as standard. Keyless entry and push-button start further add to the everyday ease of use. The infotainment system is comprehensive, featuring a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Bluetooth connectivity. The audio experience has also been enhanced, with the previous four-speaker setup upgraded to six speakers for a richer, more immersive listening …