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Chery Unveils Flagship Tiggo 9 Pro Max PHEV in Beijing

A new, range-leading Tiggo 9 Pro Max PHEV was unveiled at the 2024 Beijing International Auto Show held this week,

Chery · April 26, 2024

Tarmac Terrorists: A Journey Through Road-Going Rally Cars

We take a look at Tarmac Terrorists through the decades, cars that were bred to go rallying but enthusiasts can drive on the road.

Motorsport · April 24, 2024

Hyundai Brings Full ICE Experience to Ioniq 5N EV [video]

Hyundai adds ICE-like traits to its Ioniq 5N EV and reviewers across the US have been raving about the model's abilities.

Manufacturer News · April 19, 2024

Rezvani RR1 is a Retrotastic 911

The Rezvani RR1 is a retro take on the latest generation, 992, Porsche 911 and is available in three versions.

Manufacturer News · April 16, 2024

Pepper Loses By 0,042 Sec At Nurburgring [video]

South African Jordan Pepper Loses By 0,042 sec at the second round of the NLS Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie

Lamborghini · April 8, 2024

Renault Megane RS300 Trophy Driven – The End of an Era

We got our hands on one of the last RS Meganes, called the Renault Megane RS300 Trophy and share our thoughts after driving the hot hatch.

Car Reviews · April 4, 2024

BorromeodeSilva’s STL-1 Safari Mustang an All-American Off-Roader

The roofless STL-1 Safari Mustang is the latest restomod creation by Italian-based BorromeodeSilva design studio.

Featured · March 29, 2024

Mercedes-AMG GT43 Expands GT Line-Up

A third derivative has been added the Mercedes-AMG GT family, known as the Mercedes-AMG GT43 it is four-cylinder and RWD-only.

Manufacturer News · March 20, 2024

World’s Fastest Toyota Hilux [w/video] 

Is this, nearly 1 000 kW, 2JZ-GTE Hilux crew cab the world’s fastest Toyota Hilux? A recent speed trial could make it so.

Toyota · March 18, 2024

Magarigawa Club – Japan’s Petrolhead Playground

Learn more about Magarigawa Club, the latest member's-only race resort aimed at the uber-wealthy to enjoy their performance cars.

Manufacturer News · March 15, 2024

Legendary Car Designer Marcello Gandini Passes Away 

Legendary Italian automotive designer, once head of Bertone styling house, Marcello Gandini has passed away.

Manufacturer News · March 13, 2024

Honda Elevate Elegance Driven

We get behind the wheel of the all-new, recently launched Honda Elevate Elegance, which is a new model from the Japanese automaker.

Car Reviews · March 13, 2024

Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Debuts (incl SA Pricing)

The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT makes its debut as the most powerful production model from the German sportscar manufacturer,

Manufacturer News · March 11, 2024

Totem Automobili GTAm Concept Shown At Geneva Motor Show

The Totem GTAmodificata is the latest creation from the small-scale automaker that pays homage to classic Alfa Romeo racecars.

Alfa Romeo · February 26, 2024

The E65 Overland is a Dakar-Style BMW 7 Series

This Dakar-Style BMW 7 Series is based on an E65 edition of the brand's range-topping saloon that's already exploring the world.

BMW · February 25, 2024

Kimera Evo38 Is The Latest Rally Restomod From Italy

The Kimera Evo38 is the latest creation from Kimera Automobili, an Italian boutique automaker with a love of old rally cars.

Classic Cars · February 22, 2024

All-new Honda Elevate Now In SA

The All-new Honda Elevate a small crossover that's made in India, is now on sale in SA in two derivatives, Comfort and Elegance.

Honda · February 22, 2024

I Own A Classic… 1964 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

We take a closer look at a customised 1964 Chevrolet Impala owned by an American can fundi here in the Cape.

Classic Cars · February 21, 2024

Omoda C5 Elegance Driven

We drove the Omoda C5 Elegance, which is one of five derivatives in the growing Omoda portfolio offered in South Africa.

Car Reviews · February 20, 2024

Mercedes-AMG GT3 Resets Mount Panorama Lap Record [w/video]

Mercedes-AMG GT3 resets Mount Panorama lap record with a slightly modified GT3 racer in the hands of three-time Bathurst winner Jules Gounon.

Mercedes · February 19, 2024

2024 Formula One Cars [Gallery]

The 2024 Formula One Cars are starting to break cover in anticipation of the pre-season test that is scheduled to take place soon.

F1 · February 14, 2024

World’s First GT-R Powered Dakar Rally Contender

The world's first Nissan GT-R powered Dakar contender has just made its competition debut right here in South Africa.

Manufacturer News · February 12, 2024

Pagani Huayra R Evo Is A Roofless Track Weapon

The Pagani Huayra R Evo is the latest in a line of track-only machines created by the Italian supercar maker.

Manufacturer News · February 9, 2024

Audi RS6 Avant GT Is The Last Of Its Kind [w/video]

The Audi RS6 Avant GT is the most extreme version of the range-leading performance wagon with a motorsport-inspired livery.

Audi · February 6, 2024

All-new Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe Now in SA

An all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe has been added to Mercedes-Benz South Africa's ever-growing list of SUV models.

Manufacturer News · February 2, 2024