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On 6 September 2025, Willard Batteries joined hands with community members and partners to breathe new life into one of Bloemfontein’s most treasured landmarks, Naval Hill. In a spirited tree planting initiative, Willard Batteries donated 50 indigenous trees to enrich…

For more than seven decades, Willard Batteries has been a trusted presence in South African lives, powering vehicles, livelihoods and industries across the country. Alongside the role as a leading automotive battery manufacturer, the brand has quietly built an equally…

South Africa’s energy supply is primarily generated by coal, producing 82% of all our domestic power. As a country, we have a lot of work to do to meet our UN Climate Promise goal of net zero emissions by 2050.…

There’s been a shift in the South African car market. According to TransUnion’s latest Vehicle Pricing Index (VPI), on average, used car prices have experienced a more significant increase than domestic new car prices. The report mentions that prices increased…

With a 70-year history, Willard Batteries is a brand with experience and expertise in the automotive industry. Our long-standing commitment to quality means you can trust the performance of every battery we manufacture. Celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, Willard…

The future of all industry sectors depends on harnessing and using sustainable energy solutions. This is especially true for those in the local agricultural industry, who have been subjected to Eskom’s unreliable electrical services. While adopting sustainable practices is good…

When COVID-19 shut down the world, e-commerce delivery services boomed. Locally, motorcycle delivery services like Uber Eats, Mr D Food, and Checkers Sixty60 were flung into an unprecedented growth trajectory. The online food market in South Africa is projected to…

Generally taken for granted or, indeed, only acknowledged after the fact, the bouquet of modern car safety features fitted to most new vehicles has thankfully evolved at a generally faster pace than the cars themselves. That said, these five innovations…

New year, new you, and now maybe you’re looking for a new car. But what brands and models will grace us with their presence on the dealership floor in 2024? If you forgot about the gems that drove onto our…

As South Africans grapple with yet another year of load shedding, many will be taking steps to become self-sufficient during power outages. To power your home during a blackout, one should consider purchasing an inverter. But what should you look for…