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 | Audi Q3 35 TDI Sportback extols diesel virtues

Oil-burner benefits ring soundly from behind the wheel of this Teuton

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
The many faces of the Mercedes-Benz Geländewagen

A heavy-duty tool with cool factor that transcended its original application

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
Lexus GX vs Toyota Land Cruiser Prado: What’s the difference?

Obvious and subtle enhancements appeal to a different type of buyer

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
REVIEW | Why legacy brand fans will like the VW Tiguan 1.4 TSI Life

There are some gloomy sentiments expressed about the futures of legacy carmakers in the modern motoring landscape.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
REVIEW | Why the VW Touareg will appeal to those who value substance over status

“People's car” flagship gets the job done

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
LONG-TERM UPDATE 6 | Our VW Amarok gets a Gerotek shakedown

Our 2.0 TDI manual takes tough tests in its stride.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
New Lamborghini Temerario completes all-hybrid range

Temerario ditches V10 for a V8 hybrid.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
2025 Mini Aceman is a clever and compelling package

Mini’s first stand-alone EV is a clever package that slots in size-wise above the Cooper range but below the large Countryman

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
Volvo SA's EX90 intro shows how not to launch new car 

Swedish firm misses opportunity for a truly effective release befitting a flagship.

Brenwin Naidu Motoring editor, reporter and presenter
REVIEW | Does the Omoda C9 deliver on attainable luxury?

Buyers wanting a premium car experience for under R900,000 have fewer options these days.