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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, 2021Semiconductor 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