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Are Double Cab Bakkies Replacing Family SUVs In South Africa?

Posted by on 13 May 2026 under General, New Bakkies, Nissan Navara

Why South African Families Are Choosing Double Cabs

Why South African Families Are Choosing Double Cabs

The rise of the family bakkie South Africa buyers are gravitating towards has become hard to ignore. Spend enough time on local roads, and you’ll notice it everywhere, from school parking lots and shopping centres to caravan parks and coastal campsites.


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Nissan X-Trail Turns 25: Why It Still Makes Sense As A Family SUV

Posted by on 14 Apr 2026 under Nissan X-Trail

Nissan X-Trail Turns 25: Why It Still Makes Sense As A Family SUV

Nissan X-Trail Turns 25: Why It Still Makes Sense As A Family SUV

For 25 years, the Nissan X-Trail has quietly built a reputation as one of those vehicles that simply fit into real life. It started out as a rugged, no-nonsense SUV and has grown into a refined, family-focused crossover that still holds onto its practical roots.


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Why The Nissan Magnite Is One Of South Africa’s Best Affordable SUVs In 2026

Posted by on 17 Mar 2026 under Nissan Magnite

Nissan Magnite: One of SA’s Best Affordable SUVs

Nissan Magnite: One of SA’s Best Affordable SUVs

If you’ve been watching the market lately, you’ll know that compact SUVs in South Africa are having a major moment in the limelight. Mzansi drivers are increasingly moving away from traditional hatchbacks and sedans in favour of something that offers a higher driving position, better visibility, and a bit more presence on the road.


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Nissan e-POWER And Hybrids In South Africa: Practical Electrification For Today’s Drivers

Posted by on 12 Feb 2026 under Nissan Electric Vehicles

Nissan e-POWER And Hybrids In South Africa: Practical Electrification For Today’s Drivers

Nissan e-POWER And Hybrids In South Africa: Practical Electrification For Today’s Drivers

Hybrid vehicles are rapidly becoming the driving force behind South Africa’s transition to cleaner motoring. According to 2025 industry statistics, New Energy Vehicle (NEV) sales reached 16,577 units, with traditional hybrids accounting for the overwhelming majority (77%), followed by plug-in hybrids (17%), and battery-electric vehicles at 6%.


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Clarifying Recent News Around Nissan’s Rosslyn Manufacturing Plant

Posted by on 23 Jan 2026 under Nissan News, Nissan Patrol, Nissan Tekton

Clarifying Recent Nissan Rosslyn Manufacturing News

Clarifying Recent Nissan Rosslyn Manufacturing News

Recent media coverage around Nissan’s Rosslyn manufacturing facility has raised understandable questions among South African motorists. With reports confirming that Nissan’s manufacturing assets at Rosslyn are set to transition to new ownership, we’d like to provide some clear context on what this means, and just as importantly, what it does not mean for Nissan customers.


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Nissan Magnite Safety In 2026: What Its NCAP Rating Really Means For Everyday Driving

Posted by on 15 Jan 2026 under Nissan Magnite

Nissan Magnite Safety In 2026: What Its NCAP Rating Really Means For Everyday Driving

Nissan Magnite Safety In 2026: What Its NCAP Rating Really Means For Everyday Driving

Safety has become one of the first questions South African car buyers ask, not an afterthought. Rising traffic density, longer commutes, unpredictable road conditions, and the reality of family life have shifted priorities. Buyers still care about value and fuel consumption, but they want reassurance too.


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Which Nissan Is Best For Your Family? Magnite vs X-Trail vs Navara Double Cab

Posted by on 12 Dec 2025 under Car Tips, Nissan Magnite, Nissan Navara, Nissan X-Trail

Which Nissan Is Best For Your Family? Magnite vs X-Trail vs Navara Double Cab

Which Nissan Is Best For Your Family? Magnite vs X-Trail vs Navara Double Cab

Mzansi families are a gorgeous mixed bag, which is exactly why choosing the best Nissan family SUV in South Africa can feel a little overwhelming at first.


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Big Savings On The 2025 Nissan Magnite Turbo With 5-Star Safety

Posted by on 21 Nov 2025 under Nissan Magnite

Big Savings On The 2025 Nissan Magnite Turbo With 5-Star Safety

Big Savings On The 2025 Nissan Magnite Turbo With 5-Star Safety

Nissan’s 2025 Magnite just got better and more affordable. And honestly, it couldn’t have come at a better time. With fuel costs climbing, buyers tightening their belts, and compact SUVs selling like hot vetkoek at a Saturday market, Nissan’s decision to drop the price of the Magnite Turbo lands with real impact. It gives cost-conscious shoppers more power, better features, and stronger safety at a price that still makes sense in a tough economy.


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Nissan’s Hybrids Set To Steer Africa Toward An Electric Future

Posted by on 10 Oct 2025 under Nissan Electric Vehicles, Nissan News

Nissan’s Hybrids Set To Steer Africa Toward An Electric Future

Nissan’s Hybrids Set To Steer Africa Toward An Electric Future

Around the world, electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly gaining ground; yet, many South African drivers still view the switch as daunting. With concerns about high costs, limited charging stations, and fears of running out of power, adopting full electric cars feels like a leap too far. But what if there was a smarter, easier way to bridge the gap? Nissan is betting on its innovative hybrid technology, which could make the transition to electric driving smoother, more affordable, and perfectly suited to South Africa’s unique challenges.


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Navara Production Up As Nissan Backs SA Market

Posted by on 22 Sep 2025 under Nissan Navara, Nissan News

Navara Production Up As Nissan Backs SA Market

Navara Production Up As Nissan Backs SA Market

Nissan’s presence in South Africa is a story that stretches back more than half a century, and it’s one of the defining chapters in the continent’s automotive history. The brand began operations locally in the early 1960s, officially opening the Rosslyn plant in 1966. That means for nearly 60 years, the facility has been producing new vehicles, creating jobs, and helping shape the way South Africans move.


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