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V10 Powered Formula Supra Debuts [w/video]

Check out the Formula Supra, a new creation from pro drifter Ryan Tuerck that features a high-revving naturally aspirated V10 engine.

Manufacturer News · November 4, 2021

Locally Produced Toyota Corolla Cross SUV Launched

The locally produced Toyota Corolla Cross made its South African debut this week, adding a third body style to the famous nameplate.

Manufacturer News · November 4, 2021

Honda Fit Hybrid eCVT Driven

We spent a few days behind the wheel of the Honda Fit Hybrid, which is the latest small city car from Honda, aka the Honda Jazz.

Car Reviews · November 3, 2021

Land Rover Defender V8 Now In SA [w/video]

The most powerful of its range, the Land Rover Defender V8 has just been introduced into SA in short- and long-wheelbase versions.

Land Rover · November 2, 2021

2021 Kyalami 9 Hour Back On [w/video]

The 2021 Kyalami 9 Hour will take place in just under a month as the season finale of the Intercontinental GT Challenge series for GT3 cars.

Manufacturer News · November 2, 2021

SP Automotive Chaos Ultracar Debuts [w/video]

The SP Automotive Chaos ultracar debuts with outlandish appearance and a high-revving 4,0-litre V10 engine and major performance claims.

Manufacturer News · November 1, 2021

All-new Mercedes-AMG SL debuts [w/videos]

The all-new Mercedes-AMG SL made its world debut this week. Two variants were shown, both powered by twin-turbocharged V8 engines.

Manufacturer News · October 29, 2021

Free Rein Faroe Islands With Vaughn Gittin Jr [w/video]

Free Rein Faroe Islands is the latest drift extravaganza by Ford Performance ambassador Vaughn Gittin Jr driving the Mustang Mach-E 1400

Ford · October 27, 2021

Valkyrie Racing Porsche 356 Tackles Antarctica [w/video]

The Valkyrie Racing Porsche 356 tackles Antarctica at the hands of inspirational racer Renée Brinkerhoff who competes for a noble cause.

Manufacturer News · October 27, 2021

New Range Rover Debuts [w/video]

The new Range Rover just made its international debut. This is the fifth iteration of the well-known SUV that defined the luxury off-roader.

Land Rover · October 26, 2021

Darryn Binder Heading To MotoGP In 2022

South African rider and Moto3 race winner, Darryn Binder, will move into the top-flight MotoGP class with the independent Yamaha team in 2022

Manufacturer News · October 21, 2021

Porsche Cayman GT4 RS Nurburgring Lap Time [w/video]

During development, and just ahead of its debut, the Porsche Cayman GT4 RS Nurburgring lap time was announced by Porsche.

Manufacturer News · October 20, 2021

Lancia Delta Evo-e by GCK Exclusiv-e [w/video]

The Lancia Delta Evo-e is new take on the famous rally car by GCK Exclusiv-e. It features an electric drivetrain and revised mechanicals.

Manufacturer News · October 19, 2021

Semiconductor Chip Shortage Continues [w/video]

The worldwide semiconductor chip shortage is impacting local new vehicle sales as well as production of new models on SA soil, as we explain.

Manufacturer News · October 18, 2021

South African Formula E Race Postponed To 2023

The South African Formula E race, that was supposed to take place in February of 2022, in Cape Town has now been postponed to 2023.

Manufacturer News · October 16, 2021

2022 F1 Calendar Announced

The 2022 F1 Calendar Announced ahead of a record-breaking season next year, which includes two visits to the US, one to a new circuit.

F1 · October 15, 2021

Porsche 911 GTS Derivatives Driven [w/video]

Porsche has added five new 911 Carrera GTS derivatives to its local range. We got to drive coupe the coupe versions at the SA launch event.

Car Reviews · October 13, 2021

New Porsche Macan Range Driven [w/video]

Recently updated Porsche Macan range driven by Double Apex at its South African ride and drive event recently held in the Western Cape.

Car Reviews · October 11, 2021

Project Chaos Ultracar Info Released [w/video]

More information on the Project Chaos Ultracar has been revealed, along with its launch date and list of its upcoming record attempts

Manufacturer News · October 8, 2021

2022 Geneva Motor Show Cancelled

2022 Geneva Motor Show cancelled amid travel restrictions and the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage plaguing the auto industry.

Manufacturer News · October 7, 2021

Officine Fioravanti Testarossa Restomod Debuts

The Officine Fioravanti Testarossa is a restomod based on the 1980s poster car, with more power and uprated suspension and interior tech.

Ferrari · October 6, 2021

Piech GT EV Undergoes Final Testing [w/video]

The Piech GT EV has moved from being a show car to undergoing real world testing and evaluation ahead of its worldwide launched in 2024.

Electric Vehicles · October 5, 2021

Lamborghini Recreates Countach LP500 Concept [w/video]

Lamborghini painstakingly recreated the precursor to one of its most famous of all time, the Countach LP500 Concept, which is now 50 years old

Manufacturer News · October 1, 2021

Facts and Tales About Audi’s Quattro Technology [w/video]

Audi’s Quattro Technology has underpinned all of its competition success for 40 years, and spawned many performance cars; we take a look back

Audi · September 29, 2021

F1 Drivers Channel Their Inner James Bond [video]

Watch as Aston Martin F1 Drivers channel their inner James Bond as a precursor to the latest movie, No Time To Die, which premieres this week

Aston Martin · September 28, 2021