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LH44 VR46 Vehicle Swap

The LH44 VR46 vehicle swap took place this week. These two multiple champions swapped race machinery for a day at a Spanish racetrack.

F1 · December 11, 2019

Revised Audi RS5 Coupe and Sportback

The revised Audi RS5 coupe and sportback twins feature slightly updated appearances but retain the stonking 2,9-litre turbocharged V6 engines.

Audi · December 11, 2019

McLaren 620R Launched

The McLaren 620R is a track-focussed, limited-edition road-going version of the company's 570S GT4 racecar with 456 kW of power.

Manufacturer News · December 9, 2019

Hyundai Venue Launched in SA

An all-new small SUV powered by a 1,0-litre turbo engine, the Hyundai Venue launched into the South African new car market earlier this week.

Hyundai · December 3, 2019

Kaege Retro Porsche [w/video]

The Kaege Retro Porsche is a 993-based restomod that backdates the appearence of the last aircooled 911, but uses modern tech and materials.

Manufacturer News · December 1, 2019

V8-powered Mercedes-Benz 500TE AMG

This Mercedes-Benz 500TE AMG is one of two ever produced. It is powered by a 5,0-litre V8 engine and was custom-built by AMG.

Manufacturer News · November 26, 2019

2019 Kyalami 9 Hour [Gallery Part 2]

Our 2019 Kyalami 9 Hour gallery brings you photographic highlights of the recent endurance racing event held at the Johannesburg racetrack.

Gallery · November 25, 2019

2019 Kyalami 9 Hour [Gallery Part 1]

Our 2019 Kyalami 9 Hour gallery brings you photogrpahic highlights of the recent endurance racing event held at the Johannesburg racetrack.

Gallery · November 24, 2019

Ken Block Climbkhana Tianmen Mountain [video]

Climbkhana Tianmen Mountain features Ken Block in his 1977 Ford F-150 called Hoonitruck that is powered by a monstrously powerful twin-turbo V8.

Videos · November 18, 2019

Audi Q3 35 TFSI Driven

We recently spent a few days reviewing the Audi Q3 35 TFSI. We share our thought's on the second generation SUV in this report.

Audi · November 18, 2019

Updated Lexus RX range

An updated Lexus RX range was introduced into the local market this week, including a new variant as well as new connectivity

Lexus · November 13, 2019

McLaren Elva Debuts

British supercar specialist from Woking launched an all-new car this week called the McLaren Elva, its first open-top road car.

Manufacturer News · November 13, 2019

2019 SEMA Show [Gallery Part 2]

This 2019 SEMA Show Gallery Part 2 showcases just some of the crazy, interesting and downright wacky machinery on display at the Las Vegas event.

Gallery · November 7, 2019

Audi R8 V10 RWD

The Audi R8 V10 RWD has been added to Audi's sportscar portfolio. The rear-wheel-drive version is powered by a 397 kW naturally aspirated V10

Audi · November 6, 2019

Porsche Macan Turbo Driven

The recently launched Porsche Macan Turbo was driven by Double Apex at its international ride and drive event held in the Western Cape.

Car Reviews · November 5, 2019

New Hyundai Atos Now in SA

The all New Hyundai Atos was launched into the South African market last week. It will be available in just one specification.

Car Reviews · November 4, 2019

Bloodhound Blasts to 537 km/h [w/video]

Watch as RAF pilot Andy Green in land speed record car Bloodhound Blasts to 537 km/h in the most recent phase of testing taking place in South Africa.

Manufacturer News · October 30, 2019

The Art of Noise

In his column, the Art of Noise, our managing editor recalibrates his driving style when one vital sensory input is removed from the driving experience

BMW · October 30, 2019

Toyota GR Supra GT4 [w/video]

The Toyota GR Supra GT4 will go on sale from early next year. Made for GT4 racing the model has 320 kW of power and several upgrades for purpose.

Manufacturer News · October 29, 2019

Rodin FZED F1-Style Track Car [w/video]

The Rodin FZED is a single-seater track car that is powered by a high-revving 500 kW V8 and promises F1-levels of performance.

Manufacturer News · October 29, 2019

Sports Coupe Drag Race [video]

This sports coupe drag race video lines up to unlikely rivals, the Ford Mustang and latest Toyota Supra for a series of straight-line challenges

Videos · October 26, 2019

BMW 530 MLE Racecar [w/video]

The BMW 530 MLE racecar, campaigned exclusively in South Africa, has been painstakingly restored to its former glory and reunited with road-going sibling

BMW · October 25, 2019

Jaguar Vision GT Coupe [w/video]

The Jaguar Vision GT Coupe was created by the firm's racing division exclusively for the Sony PlayStation game Gran Turismo.

Jaguar · October 25, 2019

2020 Toyota Dakar Team [w/video]

The 2020 Toyota Dakar Team drivers and navigator teams were announced earlier today. The defending champions will enter four vehicles in the upcoming event.

Manufacturer News · October 24, 2019

Mitsubishi Mi-Tech Concept [w/video]

The futuristic Mitsubishi Mi-Tech Concept buggy was unveiled earlier today at the Tokyo Motor Show. This concept features a gas-turbine generator and AWD.

Manufacturer News · October 23, 2019