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French F1 Grand Prix Preview
Here is our French F1 Grand Prix Preview ahead of this weekend's event at Paul Ricard. This is the first time in 10 years there'll be a French GP.
F1 · June 22, 2018
Michael Schumacher’s 4-stop French GP [video]
Ahead of this weekend's French GP we recall a rather unusual race strategy employed by Ferrari, Ross Brawn and Michael Schumacher at the 2004 race.
F1 · June 22, 2018
Special Mustang to honour RAF pilots
Eagle Squadron Mustang GT built by Ford and Vaughn Gittin Jr will debut at the upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed in a few days.
Manufacturer News · June 21, 2018
Hard core BMW M4 GTS spotted at the ’Ring
The BMW M4 range may be growing if this hardcore M4 GTS is anything to go by. Could it be an new lightweight more powerful M4 CSL?
Manufacturer News · June 21, 2018
New Volvo S60 [w/video]
Read all about the new Volvo S60 in our early report on the company's new mid-size premium saloon, which is produced in the USA.
Manufacturer News · June 20, 2018
Lamborghini Huracan Performante vs McLaren 720S drag race [video]
Two current supercars the Lamborghini Huracan Performante versus McLaren 720S in a drag race over half a mile from a standing start
McLaren · June 20, 2018
Land Rover owners set world record
On the occasion of its 70th anniversary 1 500 Land Rover owners gathered in Germany to set a new world record for the longest parade.
Manufacturer News · June 20, 2018
New Audi A1
The New Audi A1 Sportback launches later today. These images were leaked onto the internet allowing us to bring you this preview ahead of the launch.
Manufacturer News · June 20, 2018
Red Bull Racing switches to Honda power from 2019
Red Bull Racing switches to Honda power from 2019 after a long and successful partnership with Renault F1 as engine supplier.
F1 · June 19, 2018
Mazda RX-7 turns 40 [w/video]
The Mazda RX-7 turns 40 this week. Since the first model debuted in 1978 the rotary-powered sportscar has sold over 810 000 units worldwide.
Manufacturer News · June 19, 2018
Bentley Bentayga at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb [w/video]
The Bentley Bentayga will compete at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb taking place next weekend. It is the first time Bentley will compete in the famous race.
Manufacturer News · June 19, 2018
New Suzuki Jimny official images
Ahead of its world launch in two weeks, we have official images of the new Suzuki Jimny from the company's global website.
Manufacturer News · June 19, 2018
New Lamborghini distributor for SA
LSM Distributors has taken over as the sole distributor of new Lamborghini models in South Africa, adding to its portfolio which includes Bentley and Porsche
Manufacturer News · June 18, 2018
BMW 8 Series heading for SA in 2019
Just a few days ago the all-new new BMW 8 Series was unveiled in production form. Good news is that the new model will go on sale in South Africa early in 2019.
Manufacturer News · June 18, 2018
Nissan Micra driven
The all-new Nissan Micra was launched last week in Cape Town and we got behind the wheel for a first drive on local soil.
Car Reviews · June 18, 2018
Monday Motorsport Round-Up: 18 June 2018 [w/videos]
Catch all this weekend's motorsport action through our Monday Motorsport Round-Up for 18 June 2018 including Le Mans and MotoGP
Motorsport · June 18, 2018
Rampaging trio of Red Bulls on track [video]
It's not often you see a trio of Red Bulls on track at the same time. Red Bull Racing sent its current drivers and David Coulthard to wow the crowds at Zandvoort.
Motorsport · June 16, 2018
Mazda MX-5 upgraded
The fourth generation Mazda MX-5 upgraded with more power, better torque spread and improved ergonomics for taller drivers.
Manufacturer News · June 15, 2018
New hard core McLaren 600LT debuts in two weeks
A new sports series model, called the McLaren 600LT will make its public debut at the GoodWood Festival of Speedin two weeks.
Manufacturer News · June 14, 2018
VW I.D. R Pikes Peak livery and powertrain info revealed [w/video]
The VW I.D. R Pikes Peak racer will participate in the 2018 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 24. We have full info on its powertrain.
Motorsport · June 14, 2018
Aston Martin Rapide AMR
The Aston Martin Rapide AMR was created by the firm to celebrate its 2017 win at the 24 Hours of Le Mans race in France, which takes place this weekend.
Manufacturer News · June 14, 2018
Volvo S60 Polestar upgrades
Although it is yet to be released there are already Volvo S60 Polestar upgrades available from the company's in-house electrification arm.
Manufacturer News · June 13, 2018
Alfa Romeo Stelvio – five things I learned while reviewing one
We review the very first SUV the Alfa Romeo Stelvio from the famous Italian brand. We share with you five things you should know about the newcomer.
Car Reviews · June 13, 2018
Nissan Micra Pricing
The new Nissan Micra will launch in South Africa later this week. We have info on the local line-up as well as pricing on the new models.
Manufacturer News · June 13, 2018
Alfa Romeo 4C by RGM
This Alfa Romeo 4C was tuned by local tuning house RGM. The engine has been completely rebuilt to deliver 388 kW and 610 N.m of torque.
Manufacturer News · June 12, 2018