Jason Woosey

Digital Journalist, IOL Motoring & Business

Fuel price shocks ahead? The troubling reasons South Africans are still paying too much for fuel

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Despite recent petrol price reductions, South Africans continue to face high fuel costs. Explore the factors behind these prices, including taxation and global market ...

AGOA extension signed into law, but South Africa remains on the tariff frontline

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With the US renewing the African Growth and Opportunity Act until 2026, South Africa faces uncertain trade prospects amid ongoing tariff challenges.

Fuel prices falling again: Here’s how much you'll pay for petrol and diesel from February 4

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Fuel prices are set to drop this week! Find out the official price adjustments for petrol and diesel effective from February 4.

Cheapest fuel in four years: Here’s how much you’ll pay for petrol and diesel from January 7

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South Africans can expect significant savings at the pumps this week as fuel prices fall to almost four-year lows.

Government confirms eight-year licence cards amid backlogs and system failures

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Motorists in South Africa can look forward to longer-lasting driving licences, as the government confirms an increase in validity from five to eight years. This ...

Official fuel prices for December: Here’s what you’ll pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

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South Africans will face higher petrol and diesel prices in December. Here's how much more you'll pay for fuel, according to month-end data.

Official fuel prices for November: Here’s what you'll pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

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South Africans will see a decrease in fuel prices from November 5, but the relief may not be as substantial as anticipated due to rising international oil prices. ...

Official fuel prices for October: Here’s what you’ll pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

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Find out how much petrol and diesel prices will change in October and what factors are influencing these adjustments. Here's what to expect:

October 2025 fuel price adjustments: What South Africans need to know

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Discover how October 2025's fuel price adjustments will impact your wallet and the factors behind these changes.

Urgent call for crisis summit on job losses in South Africa

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Amid a wave of retrenchments, South Africa's SC Committee for Trade and Industry has for a crisis summit to address the urgent job loss crisis.

Watch VideoEsther Mahlangu's vibrant legacy: bringing Ndebele-inspired art to the global stage

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South African artist Esther Mahlangu has achieved international recognition with her vibrant Art Cars and innovative creations.

Official fuel prices for September: Here’s what you’ll pay for petrol and diesel from Wednesday

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It's good news for diesel customers in September with significant price reductions on the cards. Here's what to expect:

New Volkswagen Golf GTI now open to order - here's how much it costs in South Africa

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The long-anticipated Volkswagen Golf 8. 5 GTI will hit local showrooms in November. Here's what you get for your hard-earned money:

Good news for diesel customers based on September fuel price outlook

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Diesel customers can look forward to a significant price reduction in September, while petrol prices may also see slight decreases. See how these changes could affect ...

September fuel price outlook: Relief for diesel customers

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Diesel customers can look forward to a significant price reduction in September, while petrol prices may also see slight decreases. See how these changes could affect ...

Over 500,000 driving licence cards await printing as backlog persists: here's how to avoid being fined

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Despite having an operational machine since May, the Drivers' Licence Card Agency still has a significant backlog. Here's how to avoid being fined if your card is ...

New Volkswagen Golf GTI, special edition Polo Vivo to debut at Festival of Motoring

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The much-anticipated debut of the Volkswagen Golf 8. 5 GTI and special edition Polo Vivo will take place at this weekend's Festival of Motoring at Kyalami Raceway, ...

Motor manufacturers under threat: SA mulls incentive revisions, but are tariffs the answer?

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South Africa's automotive manufacturing industry is at a crossroads, grappling with the influx of affordable imports and the looming threat of tariffs. Can the government’s ...

Volkswagen Tayron SUV arriving soon: First SA details announced

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Volkswagen South Africa has opened the order book for its highly anticipated Tayron SUV, a premium seven-seater set to launch later this year. Here's what to expect ...

New Toyota Hilux for 2026: Leaked patent images show us the exterior and Prado-like cabin

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Leaked patent images and brochure scans have exposed the next-generation Toyota Hilux. Here's what we know so far about the highly anticipated bakkie.

What to expect from the South African Reserve Bank's interest rate decision this week

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As the SA Reserve Bank prepares for its interest rate decision on July 31, economists discuss the potential for a rate cut and its implications for consumers facing ...

FlySafair expects ‘steady’ operations this week despite union rejecting latest offer

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FlySafair continues to operate a 'stable but reduced' flight schedule as negotiations with the Solidarity union remain unresolved. What does this mean for pilots ...

Ford South Africa issues safety recall for Ranger, Everest, EcoSport and Puma models

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The recall, which affects over 5,000 vehicles, addresses critical safety issues that could lead to engine stalls and potential accidents.

Massive petrol and diesel price spike expected in February

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The rand, which averaged R18. 11 during the last fuel price review period, has also lost considerable ground, breaking through the R19 mark earlier in January, before ...

Ramaphosa urged to ‘find his pen’ and sign ERA Bill to bring SA closer to energy security

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South Africa appears to be a significant step closer to energy security following the adoption of the Electricity Regulation Amendment (ERA) Bill.