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    Kumbi Mtshakazi

    Kumbirai Mtshakazi, also known affectionately as ‘Kumbi’, hails from the Eastern Cape but was raised in Pretoria. At 30 years old, his passion for computers and cars has been a constant throughout his life. Kumbi is a dedicated creative writer with a diverse skill set spanning User Experience, Advertising, and Social media marketing. Notably, Kumbi serves as the host of TMS Motoring on the Morning Show aired on eTV, and he contributes to Y-FM with his weekly #VroomVroomFridays show. Additionally, he can be heard on Radio 702 and Power FM bi-weekly, and he makes appearances on Metro FM. Kumbi's written work extends to reputable publications such as CAR Magazine South Africa and Apex Magazine. He can also be caught regularly on Buyer's Guide, and Ignition GT. He is also a member of the SAGMJ, a juror for SA Car of the Year as well as a juror for the Cars.co.za CarsAwards.
    cars

    GR Cup round 5 – podium finish

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 05/08/2024 0 4 min read
    “Flat out at Potters Pass, don’t even think of lifting.” This was the message drilled into my head by various...
    cars

    Scrubbing it out at the GR Cup round 4

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 04/07/2024 0 4 min read
    Listening to the previous journalists that participated in the GR Cup in 2023, I knew that Aldo Scribante was going...
    cars

    Kia Sonet facelift arrives in SA

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 14/06/2024 0 3 min read
    The Kia Sonet receives a much-needed facelift that ties in with the brand’s design culture, since it first launched in...
    cars

    Exciting round 3 of the GR Cup at home

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 23/05/2024 0 3 min read
    Zwartkops raceways has always been a special place for me, so I was very excited to head there for the...
    cars

    Podium for the Rookie at Kyalami

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 16/04/2024 0 4 min read
    After the challenging experiences I had at Killarney, I was determined to improve my performance at Kyalami. After completing over...
    cars

    Insightful first round: Toyota GR Cup

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 22/03/2024 0 3 min read
    I tackled Killarney International Race Circuit for the opening round of the Toyota Gazoo Racing Cup sponsored by Netstar, and...
    cars

    Toyota GR Cup 2024 driver lineup

    Kumbi Mtshakazi, 29/02/2024 0 2 min read
    Presenting Toyota Gazoo Racing SA and sponsored by Netstar, the third edition of the GR Cup is here and prepared...

    EVs

    • electric
    Living Electric: GWM Ora 5
    Nafisa Akabor, 06/10/2026 0
    I recently had the opportunity to spend more time behind the wheel of the GWM Ora 5 EV. It’s a...
    First Look: Nio Firefly
    Nafisa Akabor, 16/09/2026 0
    Nio South Africa approached Recharged to get a sneak peek of its upcoming fully electric Firefly, a B segment compact...
    Living Electric: Lexus RZ 550e F Sport
    Nafisa Akabor, 07/09/2026 0
    The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport stands out from other EVs. It’s spacious, opulent, comes at a price, and features...
    Zero Carbon Charge doubles EV charging capacity on N3
    Recharged, 24/08/2026 1
    South Africa’s electric vehicle journey is picking up speed, and the charging infrastructure along one of the country’s busiest routes...
    Toyota
    Living Electric: Toyota bZ4X
    Nafisa Akabor, 24/08/2026 0
    Toyota launched its first electric vehicle in July this year, after months of delays. I was at the national media...
    EVs
    Top EVs sold from January to July 2026 in South Africa
    Nafisa Akabor, 19/08/2026 0
    Naamsa has shared its latest New Energy Vehicle sales for South Africa from January to July 2026. It’s a recording...
    Living Electric: BMW X3 30e PHEV
    Nafisa Akabor, 13/08/2026 0
    BMW makes a variety of powertrains alongside the many EVs I’ve covered, such as the plug-in hybrid X3, which I...
    Chery Q EV lands at R350 000 in SA
    Martha van Zyl, 31/07/2026 0
    Electric cars are slowly becoming a more realistic option for South African motorists, and Chery is hoping to accelerate that...

    Reviews

    • reviews
    8.3
    Review: Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave
    MJ Khan, 16/10/2026 0
    I like to think of myself as a hardcore Nintendo fan, but every year I’m reminded how many beloved, critically...
    7.0
    Review: Marvel’s Wolverine
    MJ Khan, 02/10/2026 0
    Unlike pattypans, which I’ve eternally abhorred, I have a complicated history with Wolverine games. I played X2: Wolverine’s Revenge on...
    9.0
    Review: Onimusha – Way of the Sword
    MJ Khan, 07/09/2026 0
    I went into Onimusha: Way of the Sword with two glutinously conflicting feelings. On the one hand, I have a...
    8.3
    Review: Splatoon Raiders
    MJ Khan, 04/09/2026 0
    I waded into Splatoon Raiders with lower expectations than I probably should have. I never really gelled with the previous...
    Gimme: Kodak Charmera
    Nafisa Akabor, 03/09/2026 0
    A camera not for Instagram: Kodak Charmera — Millennium Edition, originally published in the Financial Mail. There is something almost...
    6.7
    Review: Fitness Boxing 3 – Your Personal Trainer
    MJ Khan, 31/08/2026 0
    Fitness Boxing 3 proves that Nintendo’s growing catalogue of fitness games isn’t just a novelty and delivers a surprisingly focused...
    Gimme: Acer AiTV
    Nafisa Akabor, 27/08/2026 0
    Acer AiTV Streaming Box is passable but not perfect, originally published in the Financial Mail. The Acer AiTV 4K streaming...
    Gimme: EcoFlow Delta 3 Max
    Nafisa Akabor, 20/08/2026 0
    Power hungry EcoFlow Delta 3 Max, originally published in the Financial Mail. There are cheaper alternatives, but the EcoFlow Delta...

    ADVICE

    • advice
    Apple Watch Series 12 vs Series 11
    Martha van Zyl, 02/10/2026 0
    The Apple Watch Series 12 vs Series 11 comparison is more about what your watch understands about you rather than...
    Apple AirPods 5 vs AirPods 4
    Martha van Zyl, 21/09/2026 0
    The Apple AirPods 5 vs Apple AirPods 4 comparison comes down to one important change: Apple has made active noise...
    iPhone 18 Pro vs. iPhone 17 Pro
    Martha van Zyl, 11/09/2026 0
    The iPhone 18 Pro appears familiar, but the interesting upgrades are hidden beneath the surface. Compared to the iPhone 17...
    Oura Ring 5 vs Oura Ring 4
    Martha van Zyl, 31/08/2026 0
    The Oura Ring has always been a rather clever bit of wearable tech: all the health-tracking smarts of a fitness...
    The secrets to lasting success from Jacaranda FM’s Business Breakfast
    Recharged, 21/08/2026 0
    What do a tech entrepreneur, a business growth specialist, a Springbok legend, and one of South Africa’s most recognisable businesswomen...
    Samsung Z Fold 8 vs Z Fold 8 Ultra
    Martha van Zyl, 04/08/2026 0
    Samsung has officially expanded its foldable family, and things are no longer quite as simple as choosing between a Fold...
    What you need to know before buying an EV
    Nafisa Akabor, 21/07/2026 0
    Last week I was a guest on The Outlier’s webinar on their topical subject of EVs. It was hosted by...
    Scam warning ahead of FIFA World Cup
    Nafisa Akabor, 05/06/2026
    As millions of fans worldwide are preparing for the FIFA World Cup, cybercriminals are exploiting this interest. Kaspersky experts have...
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