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Lexus LS500 now in SA

The top of the range Lexus LS500 luxury saloon is now available in South Africa. We have full details and pricing for the newcomer.

Manufacturer News · May 23, 2018

Incredible Moto3 save [video]

Jakub Kornfeil made the most spectacular Moto3 save at the recent French Grand Prix held at the Le Mans circuit after he ramped a rival's bike.

Motorsport · May 23, 2018

Volvo V90 Cross Country – the anti-SUV

When SUVs are all the rage we tried out the anti-SUV, a Volvo V90 Cross Country with a turbodiesel and came away impressed.

Car Reviews · May 22, 2018

BMW M3 CS heading to SA [w/video]

The limited edition BMW M3 CS SA will be available in South Africa later this year. We have full details, and pricing, on this special model.

Manufacturer News · May 22, 2018

SA Endurance Series Campos 600 at Killarney Part Two

This is part two of our gallery coverage of the SA Endurance Series that recently took place at Killarney International Raceway.

Gallery · May 22, 2018

Rene Rast DTM crash [video]

There was a spectacular DTM crash involving reigning champion Rene Rast at the Lausitzring yesterday. Rast's Audi RS5 went airborne after making contact with another car.

Motorsport · May 21, 2018

Jaguar I-Pace eTrophy racecar dynamic debut

The Jaguar I-Pace eTrophy is the basis for the world's first all-electric production-based race formula. The new racecar made its dynamic debut in Berlin last weekend.

Manufacturer News · May 21, 2018

SA Endurance Series Campos 600 at Killarney Part One

Round two of SA Endurance Series the Campos 600 took place at Killarney International Raceway this past weekend. This is part one of our two-part gallery series.

Gallery · May 21, 2018

Porsche Cup incident [video]        

Things got a bit messy at the start of a Porsche Cup race at Zandvoort on…

Videos · May 20, 2018

Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake reborn

Over fifty year's since the idea was first thought up, Shelby cars is finally creating the Ford Shelby GT500 Super Snake

Manufacturer News · May 20, 2018

Porsche Le Mans concepts [w/video]

Five talented Porsche fans created new Porsche Le Mans concepts based on old racecars in their spare time. Their reward was a call from Porsche to help them out.

Motorsport · May 20, 2018

How aerodynamics work [video]

Donut media created this video to give us a basic idea of how aerodynamics works in relation to cars. From downforce to drag they explain the ins and outs.

Videos · May 19, 2018

VW CitiGolf V6 from SA features at Worthersee show

A South African built VW CitiGolf with a Passat V6 engine featured at a recent VW owners' meeting in Worthersee Austria.

Manufacturer News · May 18, 2018

Bloodhound SSC record-breaking run in South Africa 2019

Learn more about Bloodhound SSC and its attempt to set the world land speed at over 1 600 km/h record right here in South Africa in 2019.

Manufacturer News · May 18, 2018

Felipe Massa to Formula E

Ex-Formula One driver Felipe Massa signs a three-year contract to race in the all-electric Formula E series. He will drive for the Venturi team.

Manufacturer News · May 18, 2018

Tesla tows a Qantas plane

Watch a Tesla Model X P100D tow a Boeing Dreamliner aircraft far enough to set a new world record for electric vehicle towing at Melbourne Airport.

Videos · May 17, 2018

F1 2018 – Q1 wrap-up

Here's a quick look back at some of the highlights, winners and controversies surrounding the opening five races of the 2018 F1 season.

F1 · May 17, 2018

Nissan GT-R generations advert [video]

You can see all the Nissan GT-R versions in this one video. Nissan Hong Kong created a very cool advert to introduce the latest R35 model.

Videos · May 17, 2018

Brabus Mercedes-Benz X-Class

If the standard model is a little too tame for you then you can opt for the Brabus Mercedes-Benz X-Class. The German firm applies its unique touch to the new Mercedes-Benz pick-up.

Manufacturer News · May 17, 2018

Donkervoort D8 GTO-40

Donkervoort D8 GTO-40 was created by Dutch supercar maker Donkervoort to celebrate its 40th anniversary of producing high-performance cars.

Manufacturer News · May 16, 2018

FIA World Rallycross round three [w/video]

Catch all the action from the third round of the FIA World Rallycross championship event held in Belgium recently. Peugeot's Sebastien Loeb took overall victory in the finals.

Motorsport · May 15, 2018

BMW returns to Le Mans

BMW will make a return to Le Mans in 2018 with its M8 GTE racer. It will also launch the road-going M850i xDrive model a day before the race kicks off

Manufacturer News · May 15, 2018

Mercedes-AMG GT S Roadster launched

Mercedes-AMG GT S Roadster launched to fill the gap between the entry-level GT model and more powerful GT C. The GT S Roadster is newest member of the GT family.

Manufacturer News · May 15, 2018

Tesla + Honda = Teslonda

Modifying in the modern age is taking on a new shape with the emergence of second-hand electric drivetrains now available in the US market. Check out what happens when you chuck a Tesla motor into an old Honda Accord, a Teslonda emerges.

Videos · May 14, 2018

Porsche 911 GT3 R launched

Porsche builds many great cars and many great racecars. The German firm has just added a new member to its motorsport family, the Porsche 911 GT3 R.

Manufacturer News · May 14, 2018