Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter

Brenwin Naidu is an award-winning motoring journalist and the youngest South African juror to serve on the prestigious World Car Awards panel. He is the section editor for Sowetan Motoring (weekly) and Sunday Times Lifestyle Motoring (monthly), and a contributing presenter for Ignition GT.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
REVIEW | The MINI Cooper S fights for its identity in a changing world

It's been more than two decades since the Hollywood remake of 'The Italian Job' hit screens.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
Nissan’s struggles open door for Chinese carmakers in South Africa

Mzansi auto market could gain different Far East manufacturing players

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
Front-wheel drive BMW 1 Series has a different charm

Over 3m copies of the BMW 1 Series have been sold since 2004.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
Porsche Cayenne GTS keeps V8 brawn alive (for now)

The Porsche Cayenne is in its third iteration and recently received a minor refresh. We sampled the model in GTS coupé trim.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
LONG-TERM UPDATE 2 | Crossing the 1,000km mark in our MINI Countryman SE ALL4

Life with an electric vehicle prompts an adjustment in outlook and attitude.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
FIRST DRIVE | New BMW 1 Series and 2 Series Gran Coupé prove compact ...

This week the Bavarian marque introduced the fourth-generation 1 Series to South Africa, which wears the internal designation of F70, as well as the ...

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
REVIEW | Why downsizing does updated Jeep Wrangler good

There are many options for buyers wanting a genuine off-roader with a box-on-wheels design and elements inspired by military application.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
FIRST DRIVE | 2025 Isuzu D-Max gains snazzier looks and cabin upgrades

In the wake of General Motors’ 2017 disinvestment, Isuzu might have gone the route of other brands under the American firm's banner.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
REVIEW | The Ford Mustang 5.0 GT keeps V8 brawn alive

That famed 5.0-litre fires into life in truculent fashion, waking the neighbours, sending small dogs into a frenzied tizz. All part of the Mustang ...

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
Unpacking the 2025 South African Car of the Year winners

BMW took the main trophy with its X3, followed by the Suzuki Swift as runner-up and third place going to the BMW M5. In addition to finishing on the ...