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SA-bound Mazda CX-80 revealed as flagship SUV with seven seats

The new CX-80 will be Mazda’s new flagship when it arrives in South Africa. But where does it fit in relation to the other large CX models? Let’s take a look:

Lamborghini Huracan Sterrato All-Terrain Embraces Off-Road Spirit

Only 12 cars will be made, and they've already been sold.

FIA still chasing answers over bizarre Shanghai F1 grass fires

The FIA is still seeking a definitive answer about what is causing the bizarre grass fires which marred the opening day of the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix.

38 times small classics rocked

20 of the world’s fastest family cars

22 cars that are 60 in 2024

Further spike in driver Shanghai concerns after shock painted track reveal

The Shanghai International Circuit has been painted ahead of the first Chinese GP in five years.

Kia Global EV Retail Sales Hit A New Record In March 2024

The company's retail all-electric car sales exceeded 19,000.

Elon Musk responds to Cybertruck delivery delays

Tesla customers are complaining that their Cybertruck deliveries have been canceled with no warning and little explanation, as some have been told the problem involves the accelerator.

SAA to resume dormant global routes after ‘hogging’ murmurs

SAA has thus far resumed services to São Paulo, Brazil, from Johannesburg and Cape Town and will next Sunday restart services to Perth, Australia.

Alpine gets F1 spare car for first time in 2024 as lighter chassis appears in China

Alpine will have a spare car as its disposal for the first time this season, as its upgraded and lighter A524 appeared at Formula 1's Chinese Grand Prix.

The junkyard gems of Desert Valley Auto Parts, Arizona

Let's take a look at some abandoned classics that are far more than meets the eye

Hyundai enacts contingency plan after WRC Kenya fuel issue

Hyundai has put a contingency plan in place to ensure the fuel system issue that hampered World Rally Championship leader Thierry Neuville doesn’t reappear in Croatia.

Why Norris' China F1 sprint pole lap was deleted and reinstated

McLaren's Lando Norris pole lap for Formula 1's sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix was deleted and then reinstated, as race control manually overruled its scoring system.

How MotoGP brakes work: Secrets of stopping a 220mph bike

Away from the NHRA drag strip, MotoGP boasts the fastest two-wheeled racing bikes on the planet with a top speed of 220mph. But how do their riders slow them down?

Williams may as well “go home” if spares situation changes its F1 approach, says Albon

Alex Albon says Williams may as well “go home” if it allows concerns over spare parts to start influencing how it goes racing in Formula 1.

Every new electric car coming in 2024

Top-selling car brands: Toyota leads as used car sales retreat

The Easter bunny normally does its rounds in April, but with Easter falling in March this year, car sales – both new and used – took a back seat.Source: UnsplashSales of new cars slipped -15.1% year-on-year, while used car sales almost mirrored this with a -12% drop.“The profusion of public holidays in March translated into weaker car sales in a month not normally impacted by Easter holidays. April is traditionally the slow-selling month....

2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Cabriolet Starts at $65,500

Open-air motoring in the new CLE is a $7,850 premium over the hard top.

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Everything you need to know about the new electric Porsche Macan

KTM Rolls Out Updated Motocross Machines For 2025

The KTM 150 SX makes a comeback for the 2025 model-year.

I Was Ready To Hate Hyundai's Fake EV 'Shifting.' Then I Tried It

The Ioniq 5 N's "e-Shift" emulates an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. It sounds silly, but it solves a key problem with driving an EV on track.

Car sales in Europe decline: is the future of electric vehicles at stake?

In March, car sales in the EU registered a decline, with consumer behaviour trends shifting. View on euronews

Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Slightly Disappoints In Video Range Test

Veteran EV tester Bjørn Nyland finds the performance-oriented version's range is well under 200 miles at 75 mph.

Hero Drives Pagani Utopia on the Flooded Streets of Dubai

The $2.19-million hypercar is no garage queen.

19 asymmetrical cars

30 little-known Italian car makers

Aston Martin boss admits ‘whole project around Lance Stroll’ amid exit speculation

"Aston Martin is Lance’s home. We know that and the whole project has always been around him."

F1’s backmarkers fast-track upgrades as FIA reveal full Shanghai array

The FIA have revealed the list of new parts the teams have brought to the Chinese Grand Prix.

23 wild Ford Mustangs

Vanwall working on 2025 WEC comeback with heavily-revised Hypercar

Vanwall intends on returning to the World Endurance Championship grid in 2025 with a heavily-revised version of the Vandervell 680 LMH.

Facelifted Kia Seltos lands in SA with realigned range, here’s how much it costs

More than just a fresh new look inside and out, this facelift also ushers in a range realignment and new engines.

Ayrton Senna: 30 years since tragedy struck

Nearly 30 years ago on May 1, 1994, Ayrton Senna died after crashing at the San Marino Grand Prix. The death of the Brazilian F1 legend shocked the sport and provoked an outpouring of grief around the world. During an illustrious career, Senna clinched 41 Grand Prix wins and three Drivers' Championships. Three decades on since that fateful day at Imola, he is still considered one of the best F1 racing drivers of all time. To celebrate his extraordinary achievements behind the wheel, click through this gallery and take a commemorative look back at the life and times of Ayrton Senna.

Petrol price earmarked for another hike in May: AA

Fuel prices have reached record-high increases over the past three years despite the government not increasing the General Fuel Levy or Road Accident Fund (RAF) levy.

Talking 15 Years Of The One Motorcycle Show With Thor Drake

Making the magic happen, one bike and one rider at a time.

2024 Chinese Grand Prix – Sprint Qualifying results (Shanghai)

Here are the complete results from the Sprint Qualifying session at the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix...

F1 Chinese GP sprint race and qualifying - Start time, how to watch & more

Formula 1’s sprint race format changes get its first outing of 2024 at the Chinese Grand Prix. Here’s how and when to watch the sprint race and grand prix qualifying.

F1 Sprint explained: New rules, format and how it differs from standard F1 races

Need to refresh your knowledge on anything to do with the F1 Sprint? Fear not, we have you covered right here.

25 cars with an engine from a different manufacturer

Tiger Wheel & Tyre’s testing of worn versus new tyres yields sobering results

Tiger Wheel & Tyre has released the results of four key tyre tests conducted by the company at the Gerotek testing facility in Pretoria, in March this year. Using identical VW Polos, one fitted with new and the other with worn 15” tyres, professional drivers put the tyres through their paces. Advanced driving instructor Daniel Barbosa and race driver Paige Lindenberg were shocked by the results.“Too often we see people pushing their tyres to and...

Tesla Website Leaks New Model 3 Performance Details

The source code for Tesla UK's site mentions a combined output of over 500 horsepower.

Here's the Kia EV5 GT Before You're Supposed to See It

There are some specs to go along with the revealing images.

35 discontinued Renaults

SUV market disrupter — the splendid, all new Jaecoo J7 lands on SA soil

In a downward spiralling market, a new well-priced medium-sized Chinese SUV has arrived to give competitors a serious run for their money.

Mercedes joins Williams and RB with 'quick and cheap' F1 cockpit airflow upgrades

Mercedes has joined Williams and RB with car tweaks for Formula 1’s Chinese Grand Prix aimed at improving airflow around the cockpit.

WRC Croatia: Neuville sets the pace to lead title rival Evans

World Rally Championship points leader Thierry Neuville made an almost perfect start in Croatia to lead Toyota’s Elfyn Evans after Friday morning’s asphalt stages.

Peugeot surprised by severity of WEC Balance of Performance hit

Peugeot believes it is in for a tough weekend at the Imola World Endurance Championship round as a result of the Balance of Performance its revised 9X8 has been given.

Jeep Pondering Gas-Powered Recon And Wagoneer S As It Seeks 1M Sales This Year

"We need to grab [opportunities] or somebody else will," Jeep CEO Antonio Filosa said in a recent interview.

THIS car company just invested R4 billion in South Africa

The investment of R4 billion in South Africa by Volkswagen will prepare its Kariega plant to manufacture a new SUV model from 2027 onwards …