Can Changan’s Deepal S05 REEV Rewrite Electric Range Rules?
The Changan Deepal S05 REEV promises an impressive 1000km range from a 27.28 kWh battery and a 1.5L engine, making long-distance electric driving accessible.
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GWM SA Adds New Haval H7 to its Range
GWM covers the SA new-car space pretty well. It has bakkies, small crossovers, small SUVs as well as large luxury SUVs. This week the local subsidiary, which has been active in SA for about 20 years, introduced the all-new H7 to the mix. The previous version was launched here just two years ago. But since […]
Five Affordable Hybrids Challenge South Africa’s EV Future
Affordable hybrids in South Africa present a practical solution for commuters, sidestepping high fuel costs and unreliable EV infrastructure, despite market.
All-new BMW 3 Series Debuts and Heading to SA Soon
The BMW 3 Series has been a firm favourite of the South African market since the second-generation (E30) made its debut here over 40 years ago. The latest version, dubbed G50, will go on sale in Msanzi early next year. More info lower down this post. The latest 3 Series, unlike some of predecessors which […]
Mate Rimac Now Holds Full Control Of Bugatti’s Future
Mate Rimac has completed his full takeover of Bugatti, ending Volkswagen Group’s influence and Porsche’s complicated stake to usher in a new era of singular.
Lamborghini’s Revuelto SV Reaches Peak Super Veloce Evolution
The Lamborghini Revuelto SV elevates extreme performance, combining a potent V12 hybrid with advanced aero and suspension to embody a defiant, no-compromise.
Tech vs Talent in F1: Is it the Car or the Driver?
Regular Formula One contributor, Graham Duxbury, tries to answer one of the ongoing debates in F1: Is it the Car or the Driver? As Formula One heads deeper into the second half of the 2026 season, the sport finds itself confronting a familiar question. Are races won by the driver or by the car? The […]
Czinger’s 21C Spyder Unleashes an 11 000 r/min Open-top Assault
The Czinger 21C Spyder is an open-top hypercar that defies physics with a screaming V8, hybrid power, and extreme performance figures like 1250 hp and 3267 lbs.
Rezvani Beast X Tears Up the Corvette Formula With 1,560 HP
Rezvani’s Beast X transforms the Corvette C8 into an unhinged 1,560 hp carbon-bodied hypercar, pushing the platform to its extreme limits.
Six Things We Learned About the GWM Haval H6 PHEV Hi4
A few months ago we had our first experience with new-gen GWM products when we were loaned a Haval H6. The company added new derivatives since then with PHEV powertrains, which we what we recently drove. GWM has been operating in South Africa for the better part of 18 years. That could, in part, explain […]
Lamborghini’s Revuelto Miura Homage Channels a 60-Year Legacy
Lamborghini unveils the 99-car Revuelto Miura 60° Homage at Monterey Car Week, a V12 hybrid blending the iconic Miura’s legacy with modern design and power.
All-new Mercedes-Benz GLA Boasts New Look and Tech
The redesigned Mercedes-Benz GLA boasts a more purposeful stance with a lower profile, longer wheelbase, and dramatic lighting, transforming its compact SUV.
Range Rover GT Quietly Redefines Grand Touring for the Electric Age
The new Range Rover GT redefines luxury for the electric era, simplifying interiors and emphasizing silence and understated design to elevate the cabin.
Power Plays: The Winners and Losers in F1’s New Engine Era
Regular Formula One contributor, Graham Duxbury, takes a look at which teams got the new-engine regs right and who is struggling Discussions surrounding Formula One’s revolutionary 2026 regulations have focused on batteries, software integration and sophisticated energy management. With electrical power now accounting for about 40 per cent of a power unit’s total output – […]
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2026 FIA WEC 6 Hours of Sao Paulo: Race Report [w/video]
BMW M Team WRT overcame a poor qualifying position to secure a tense victory at the Rolex 6 Hours of São Paulo, winning on strategy and skill.
Silverstone’s Sting is Stripped By F1’s Hybrid Power Units
Modern F1 hybrid power units have transformed Silverstone, forcing drivers to manage battery energy carefully rather than purely focusing on speed.
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Lamborghini Urus SE Performante Claims World’s Fastest Super SUV Title [w/video]
Lamborghini’s new Urus SE Performante is a plug-in hybrid super SUV boasting 812 CV, extreme speed, and surprising usability, setting a new performance.
The BMW X5’s Fifth Generation Introduces Electric Power to South Africa
South Africa awaits the new BMW X5’s fifth generation in 2027, bringing a full suite of diesel, plug-in hybrid, and electric options, led by the innovative iX5.
Tracing Lamborghini’s Super SUV Legacy From Cheetah To Urus SE
Lamborghini’s SUV evolution, from a military concept to the Urus SE, was an unexpected but inevitable journey shaped by breaking its own rules.
Ford’s Electric Mustang Claims King Of The Mountain
Romain Dumas secured Ford’s second Pikes Peak victory in the Super Mustang Mach-E, continuing the automaker’s 110-year legacy at the historic hill climb event.
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Audi Nuvolari Test Program Ramps Up [video]
Just a few days ago Audi wowed the world with a brand new supercar called the Nuvolari (original article here) . The mid-engined machine came as a bit of a surprise as we had been told that there’d be no replacement for the discontinued R8. But that seems to have changed and fans of the […]
BMW, Ferrari, and Toyota Chase Le Mans Endurance History
The 94th Le Mans race sets the stage for an intense Hypercar championship battle between BMW, Toyota, and Ferrari, where double points could decide the season.
Audi’s Nuvolari Supercar is Retro-Futuristic Replacement for the R8
Audi’s Nuvolari1 is its first production supercar, blending a mid-engine layout, carbon body, and hybrid F1 tech for an unprecedented street experience.
Automotive Design in a Modern Age: Risking it All
Automotive design has always been subjective, but recent years have witnessed an unprecedented level of controversy surrounding new vehicle designs. Case in point, the Ferrari Luce. From electric hyper-saloons to futuristic pickup trucks, manufacturers are taking risks that have sparked fierce debates among enthusiasts and the general public. These contentious designs represent deeper questions about […]
Toyota Introduces New Electric bZ4X, rugged Land Cruiser FJ and RAV4
Toyota’s Matsuri event showcased a diverse range of vehicles, from new electric models to rugged off-roaders, designed to meet the varied demands of South.