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Neue Klasse BMW iX3 Unveiled [w/video]

The all-electric Neue Klasse BMW iX3 heralds a new design direction and the adoption of new technologies for its EV products.

BMW · September 5, 2025

Mercedes-AMG GT2 Edition W16 Debuts

The Mercedes-AMG GT2 Edition W16 is the company's latest GT2 racer, that is the company's most powerful customer racing car.

Manufacturer News · September 4, 2025

BorromeodeSilva’s 912 Barca Combines La Dolce Vita and German Engineering

The 912 Barca is a throw back to Italy's famed La Dolce Vita era, which combines the beach lifestyle with German engineering.

Classic Cars · September 2, 2025

BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic Driven

We took loan of a BYD Sealion 6 Dynamic, a hybrid SUV from one of the newest Chinese automakers to enter the SA market.

BYD · August 28, 2025

Yangwang U9 Track Edition Sets A New EV Top Speed Record [video]

Yangwang U9 Track Edition sets a new EV top speed record in Germany, showing serious intent against the likes of the world's best.

Electric Vehicles · August 26, 2025

Final Nissan GT-R R35 Rolls of Production Line

The final Nissan GT-R R35 has rolled off Nissan’s Tochigi plant near Tokyo, a Premium edition T-Spec, finished in Midnight Purple

Manufacturer News · August 26, 2025

All-new MG3 Makes SA Debut

We attended the national ride-and-drive event of the new-to-SA MG3, a small hatchback which is also available as a hybrid.

Electric Vehicles · August 22, 2025

Mercedes-Benz G580 EQ – Large and On Charge

We spent a few days with the Mercedes-Benz G580 EQ an all-electric version of the perennial Gelandewagen off-roader.

Car Reviews · August 18, 2025

Genesis Magma Racing GMR-001 Hypercar Project is Racing Ahead [w/video]

The Hyundai Genesis Racing GMR-001 Hypercar project racing ahead as the team aims for an entry in to the 2025 championship.

Hyundai · August 13, 2025

World’s Fastest Toyota Hilux Tops 400 km/h [w/video] 

World's fastest Toyota Hilux Tops 400 km/h at recent Bonneville Salt Flats in the US after years of planning.

Toyota · August 12, 2025

Eccentrica Titano is a Track-Focused Lamborghini Diablo Restomod

The Eccentrica Titano is a more devilish and hard core version of the Lamborghini V12 supercar from the 1990s.

Lamborghini · August 11, 2025

Garagisti & Co GP1 is an All-new Supercar From the UK

The V12-powered Garagisti & Co GP1 is an all-new supercar from a UK firm that promises a true analogue driving experience.

Manufacturer News · August 9, 2025

SA-Built AMG Powered Mercedes Ponton Pickup Restomod is Too Cool

The Mercedes Ponton pickup restomod is the work of a South African based panel shop that specializes in classic Mercedes restoration.

Classic Cars · August 8, 2025

Mahindra XUV 3XO Driven

We spent a few days with the latest Mahindra to hit the South African market, the Mahindra XUV 3XO, a small SUV with funky looks.

Car Reviews · July 25, 2025

Ford Escort RS1800 Sells For R6,6m in Auction

A Ford Escort RS1800, owned by one family for most of its life, has sold for a whopping R6,6 million in an auction.

Ford · July 23, 2025

Four Top-End Mercedes-AMGs Fly Into SA

We joined Mercedes-Benz South Africa to try out four top-end Mercedes-AMGs that have recently roared into the local market.

Mercedes · July 22, 2025

Jaecoo J7 1,6T FWD Driven

We finally got our hands on the Jaecoo J7 1,6T in front-wheel-drive, or Glacier guise, some time after its local introduction.

Car Reviews · July 18, 2025

Lamborghini Temerario GT3 is the Company’s Latest Customer Racecar

The Lamborghini Temerario GT3 has just made its debut. This replacement for the Huracan will compete in GT3 series around the world.

Manufacturer News · July 11, 2025

Lanzante 95-59 Supercar Debuts at Goodwood FoS

The Lanzante 95-59 is a limited-edition supercar made by the same firm that helped steer McLaren to a win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Manufacturer News · July 11, 2025

[UPDATED] Mazzei Formula Five Is One Man’s Obsession

The Mazzei Formula Five is a custom-built, lightweight machine that features a five-rotor turbocharged powerplant.

Manufacturer News · July 3, 2025

Toyota Fortuner GR-S Driven – A Swiss Army Knife

We got behind the wheel of the recently launch Toyota Fortuner GR-S for a prolonged stint to put it through its paces.

Car Reviews · July 3, 2025

Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear is a Limited-Edition Track Weapon [w/video]

Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear is the latest creation from the Swedish hypercar car, with a focus on lap times instead of top speed.

Manufacturer News · July 1, 2025

Watch Lewis Hamilton Thrash Ferrari F80 Around Fiorano [video]

Watch as Formula One teammates Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton thrash Ferrari F80 around Fiorano racetrack.

Ferrari · June 19, 2025

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X: An American Hypercar [w/video]

General Motors has just unleashed the Corvette ZR1X, which is being billed as an American hypercar with a serious punch.

Chevrolet · June 18, 2025

McLaren Project Endurance Debuts Le Mans Challenger [video]

McLaren Project Endurance is the British firm's upcoming Le Mans challenger which will also be sold to the public.

McLaren · June 14, 2025