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Unrestored Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Is Beautiful

This unrestored Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing needs to be left exactly as it is, and driven as much as possible

Classic Cars · March 17, 2022

Prodrive Reveals Production Hunter Hypercar

Rally specialists Prodrive reveal a production Hunter hypercar that is closely based on the same machine driven by Loeb at the Dakar Rally.

Manufacturer News · March 16, 2022

Refreshed Mahindra XUV300 Now On Sale

The recently refreshed Mahindra XUV300 is now on sale in SA with a rejigged line up and even more standard specification.

Manufacturer News · March 16, 2022

TF Song by Heizer Monkeys ft W Röhrl [video]

The TF Song by Heizer Monkeys features Walter Röhrl and Olaf Manthey in this satire of the over-eager track rat.

Videos · March 15, 2022

BMW Buys Alpina To Expand Its Portfolio [w/video]

Surprise news coming out of Germany is that BMW buys Alpina, the small-scale manufacturer that has been customising BMWs for over 50 years

BMW · March 10, 2022

VW ID.Buzz Is A Reimagined Classic [w/video]

The VW ID.Buzz is a modern-day, all-electric, high-tech version of the company's classic bus from years gone by. Check it out.

Manufacturer News · March 9, 2022

GTC Crash At Killarney [video]

There was a multi-car GTC crash at Killarney International Raceway this past weekend at the season-opening Extreme Festival race.

Motorsport · March 7, 2022

Service Plans, Maintenance Plans and Warranties

What is a service plan and what is a maintenance plan? We explain the differences between service plan and maintenance plan in South Africa.

Featured · March 2, 2022

Morgan Super 3 Is As Quirky As The Come [w/video]

The Morgan Super 3 is the latest quirky, three-wheel creation from the British small-scale automotive producer.

Manufacturer News · February 24, 2022

EV Hypercars: Part Seven, Estrema Fulminea

In the latest of our EV Hypercar series, we feature the Automobili Estrema Fulminea - a 1,5 MW Italian creation.

Electric Vehicles · February 22, 2022

Alive Hoon Is A Movie About Pro Drifting [w/videos]

Alive Hoon is a movie about a young gun who tries to jump from the virtual world into the real world of pro drifting.

Videos · February 18, 2022

Manhart SL800R Is An AMG Based Supercar

The Manhart SL800R is based on the Mercedes-AMG SL63 with loads more power from the twin-turbocharged V8 engine.

Manufacturer News · February 13, 2022

2021 Kyalami 9 Hour [Gallery]

The 2021 Kyalami 9 Hour took place a few days ago at the famous Midrand circuit. Lensman Matthew Sleep shares his favourite pics with us.

Gallery · February 13, 2022

Lamborghini Track Special Drag Race [video]

The Lamborghini track special drag race pits the V10-powered Huracan STO and the larger V12 Aventador SVJ.

Lamborghini · February 12, 2022

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato Prototype Testing [video]

A Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato prototype was recently caught testing in a cold climate, most likely ahead of a production debut.

Lamborghini · February 8, 2022

DS Automobiles E-Tense Performance Concept Unveiled

The DS Automobiles E-Tense Performance concept is based on the company's Formula E racer and foreshadows a possible production version.

Citroen · February 7, 2022

V8 Coupe Drag Race [w/video]

This V8 coupe drag race features a Mercedes-AMG SLS and Ford Mustang Shelby GT500, which are very different but closely matched on paper.

Videos · February 7, 2022

Formula One’s Closest Seasons

In anticipation of the 2022 F1 race year we take a look at Formula One's closest seasons, title fights that went right down to the wire.

F1 · February 2, 2022

BMW M3 Touring Prototype Spotted Testing [video]

The BMW M3 Touring prototype was recently spotted undergoing cold-weather testing and caught in action on this video.

BMW · February 1, 2022

Hyundai Staria Multicab Now In SA

The five-seater Hyundai Staria Multicab was recently added to the Korean company's local line-up of 9 and 11 seat derivatives.

Hyundai · January 28, 2022

Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge Now in SA

Volvo's sold its very first EV into the SA market. The XC40 P8 Recharge was delivered to its new owner earlier this week.

Electric Vehicles · January 26, 2022

New Kia Sorento Now in SA

The new Kia Sorento has just been introduced into the local market fully loaded and with plenty of space in a larger cabin.

Manufacturer News · January 25, 2022

KTM X-Bow GT2-Based Road Car On Its Way

KTM X-Bow GT2-Based road car, based on the more focused track machine is on its way. It is powered by a 2,5-litre turbocharged engine.

Manufacturer News · January 25, 2022

Testing Times: Part One (Ice and Sleeping Drunkards)

In Testing Times Part One, seasoned road tester Adrian Burford of Stigworx recalls memorable incidents experienced during road testing.

Opinion · January 12, 2022

GAS Car Collection Features a Kooky Mix of Vehicles [video]

The Galpin Auto Sports or GAS Car Collection in Los Angeles features an extremely diverse set of vehicles from the very sleek and new to old and kooky.

Videos · January 11, 2022