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Porsche Cayenne GTS Unveiled in Two Bodystyles

The Porsche Cayenne GTS was launched in two body styles this week. New GTS features a twin-turbocharged V8 in place of the V6.

Manufacturer News · June 12, 2020

Ford Figo Freestyle Hits SA

The Ford Figo Freestyle has just been launched into the SA new car market. It is a new small crossover that is based on the Figo hatchback.

Manufacturer News · June 10, 2020

Novitec Ferrari F8 Tributo

The Novitec Ferrari F8 Tributo features a subtle-looking upgrade, which packs a major power increase, from the German speed merchants

Ferrari · June 10, 2020

Supercar Drag Race [video]

This supercar drag race features three extremely quick machines: a Ferrari 488 Pista, a Lamborghini Aventador SV and a McLaren 720S.

Videos · June 6, 2020

Facelifted Toyota Fortuner and Hilux Break Cover

Facelifted Toyota Fortuner and Hilux models made their debut earlier today. Both sport new frontal treatment and a revised range-topping engine.

Manufacturer News · June 4, 2020

Porsche 911 Targa Heritage Design Edition [w/video]

The Porsche 911 Targa Heritage Design Edition uses design cues from old models applied to the recently launched 992 Targa.

Manufacturer News · June 2, 2020

Ford Mustang Mach 1 Revived           

The Ford Mustang Mach 1 has been the bridge between the GT and Shelby models. Ford has announced that it has revived the name for a new derivative.

Ford · June 1, 2020

Facelifted Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe and Cabrio

Two-door derivatives of the facelifted Mercedes-Benz E-Class were launched today as the coupe and cabrio versions were unveiled.

Manufacturer News · May 27, 2020

Facelifted BMW 5 Series [w/video]

The facelifted BMW 5 Series was unveiled to the world with sharper looks, more standard features, and new engine technology.

BMW · May 27, 2020

2020 SA Festival of Motoring Postponed

Africa's largest automotive showcase, the SA Festival of Motoring postponed until August 2021 as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic

Manufacturer News · May 26, 2020

VW Mk8 GTI Clubsport Spotted Testing [w/video]

The VW Golf Mk8 GTI Clubsport was recently spotted testing without any camouflage. This 221 kW GTI bridges the gap between Golf GTI and R derivatives.

Manufacturer News · May 24, 2020

Hot SUV Drag Race [video]

This hot SUV drag race pits the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio against the Audi RS Q3 Sportback against the Porsche Macan Turbo

Videos · May 23, 2020

Megane RS RX Hillclimb Monster [video]

This Megane RS RX hillclimb monster was built by Prodrive for Guerlain Chicherit. It features a 2,0-litre turbo with 450 kW and a sequential transmission.

Renault · May 21, 2020

Best of… David Marchio Motorsport Photography [Gallery]

The Best of... David Marchio Motorsport Photography are favourite images as chosen by the award-winning motorsport photographer

Gallery · May 20, 2020

FIA World Rallycross in SA Cancelled For 2020

FIA World Rallycross in SA cancelled for 2020, that's the news coming from the series organisers today. An SA event will be added to the 2021 calendar

Manufacturer News · May 18, 2020

Lexus SUV Range Expands With UX 250h EX

Lexus South Africa has increased its small SUV offering by adding a second hybrid derivartive into the mix, called the UX 250h EX

Lexus · May 15, 2020

Coronavirus and Car Sales

Auto industry commentator Leo Kok dives into the recent effects of the worldwide pandemic on the new vehicle market in Coronavirus and Car Sales

Manufacturer News · May 13, 2020

V8 Family Car Drag Race [video]

This V8 family car drag race pits older versions of the Audi RS4, BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz AMG C63, all with naturally aspirated V8s, against each other.

Videos · May 9, 2020

240 Car Collection Up For Auction

A 240 car collection belonging to a disgraced and bankrupt CEO is up for auction to help repay $100 million in liabilities

Manufacturer News · May 5, 2020

Porsche GT4 RS and GT3 Spotted Testing [w/video]

The Porsche GT4 RS and its big brother the 992-generation GT3 were both spotted testing at the Nurburgring, along with other performance models.

Manufacturer News · May 4, 2020

Ken Block Hoonifox Concept [w/video]

The Ken Block Hoonifox Concept is a look at an upcoming creation from Block and designer Ash Thorp. It will feature in an upcoming, smoke-filled video.

Ford · April 30, 2020

Posaidon Mercedes-AMG A45 Can Top 300 km/h

A German tuning outfit has applied modifications to the A45S to ramp up power and its top speed in its Posaidon Mercedes-AMG A45

Manufacturer News · April 28, 2020

Novitec Lamborghini Huracan Evo

The Novitec Lamborghini Huracan Evo has a sharper, more aerodynamically efficient and downforce producing styling kit as well as custom alloys.

Manufacturer News · April 28, 2020

Tales From a Locked Down Racing Driver

Club racer Stuart Mack gives us an inside look at being a privateer in his first piece for Double Apex Tales from a Locked Down Racing Driver

Motorsport · April 23, 2020

Aston Martin Vantage V12 Zagato Heritage Twins

The Aston Martin Vantage V12 Zagato Heritage Twins are 38 exclusive, hand-built cars created to celebrate the centenary of the Italian design house.

Aston Martin · April 22, 2020