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Omoda C9 PHEV Driven
We took charge of a Omoda C9 PHEV, a hybrid SUV from one of the many Chinese automakers to enter the SA market.
Car Reviews · September 30, 2025
The Fastest Production Car In the World is the Yangwang U9 Xtreme [video]
Yangwang U9 Xtreme has just become the fastest production car In the world by setting at incredible top speed at the ATP facility in Germany
Electric Vehicles · September 21, 2025
Mercedes-AMG E53 4Matic+ Driven
We spent a few days with the Mercedes-AMG E53 4Matic+, which is, in many ways a spiritual successor to the very first AMG.
Car Reviews · September 15, 2025
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Driven
The all-new Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid has touched down in SA, making it the first-ever hybrid vehicle from the automaker sold locally.
Hyundai · September 9, 2025
Polo Project Drift Is a Ken Block-style Birthday Celebration Video
Polo Project Drift is a birthday video celebration like no other, featuring VW racing legends to wish the Polo a happy 50th.
Videos · September 5, 2025
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