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If you didn’t already know, South Africans have something of an obsession with cars. Our long history of vehicle manufacturing on local shores means we have a deep passion for everything automotive, including motorsports. In fact, the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg hosted the South African Formula 1 Grand Prix from 1967 to 1993 […]
Read moreJuly in South Africa welcomes two iconic events: the Franschhoek Bastille Festival and the Durban July. They might be on opposite ends of the spectrum in terms of style and purpose, but they both showcase spectacular aspects of culture in South Africa. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening at this year’s Bastille Festival […]
Read moreThe Innibos Laeveld Nasionale Kunstefees (Lowveld National Arts Festival) is set to take place at the Innibos Feesterrein in Mbombela (Nelspruit) from 27 to 29 June 2024. This year’s event will once again bring together some of South Africa’s best playwrights, performers, writers, and musicians, offering up a feast of cultural activities. We’ve listed the […]
Read moreCatch up on all the latest travel news with Drive South Africa. Each week, our team scours the web for the most interesting, trending, and unusual travel news, conservation news, and motoring news stories. Here are this week’s biggest scoops. Travel News Stormchaser captures incredible images of devastating Western Cape storm. Disruptive rain, flooding, and […]
Read moreIt’s said that everyone should experience AfrikaBurn at least once. If 2024 is your year, you’ll need to know a few things ahead of the time – and you’ll want to secure a 4×4 rental to navigate the rocky, sandy Tankwa Karoo. AfrikaBurn is Africa’s official Burning Man festival. In 2024, it will take place […]
Read moreEaster Weekend is one of the busiest periods for South African roads. It’s a time for celebrations, family, and rest, with many people hitting the road to get to their favourite long weekend escapes. However, with huge numbers of vehicles on our roads, you need to take extra precautions to stay safe. We’ve put together […]
Read moreTravelling from afar or simply catching a flight from Johannesburg or Durban? You’ll need to rent a car in Cape Town if you plan to take part in the 2024 Two Oceans Marathon. The world’s most beautiful marathon consists of a 56 km Ultra Marathon and a 21 km half-marathon. Either way, you’ll need wheels […]
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