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Motoring

Merc GLC Coupe: Style edges out practicality
Motoring
/ 10 February 2024

Merc GLC Coupe: Style edges out practicality

We take the new Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d and GLC 300d for a test drive

By Ntsako Mthethwa
Taigo is stylish but underpowered
Motoring
/ 4 February 2024

Taigo is stylish but underpowered

The compact crossover makes up for what it lacks in oomph with flair and comfort

By Jordan Schmidt
The road ahead for Toyota
Motoring
/ 3 February 2024

The road ahead for Toyota

The brand reveals the new models launching this year and forecasts its sales figures

By Ntsako Mthethwa
New era as electric car wins Dakar
Motoring
/ 27 January 2024

New era as electric car wins Dakar

Audi flexed its EV muscle by romping to a maiden victory in the world’s toughest rally

By Jordan Schmidt
The A to Z of cars coming to South Africa in 2024
Motoring
/ 21 January 2024

The A to Z of cars coming to South Africa in 2024

In the market for a new vehicle? You’re in luck because it’s a bumper year for car launches

By Ntsako Mthethwa
Entry-level by price, not application
Motoring
/ 20 January 2024

Entry-level by price, not application

We test Isuzu’s mu-X bottom-of-the-range family SUV — and it comes out tops

By Deon van der Walt
Porsche’s past, present and future
Motoring
/ 24 December 2023

Porsche’s past, present and future

Pictures are one thing, but seeing a passion for a brand and its legacy rolled into one event gives a different perspective

By Deon van der Walt
Kemet Automotive gives an insight into the future of electric vehicles in Africa
Motoring
/ 23 December 2023

Kemet Automotive gives an insight into the future of electric vehicles in Africa

The production of EVs in Africa will help lower the cost of electric cars, and while Kemet’s move isn’t only about reducing costs, it’s also about paving the way for a cleaner and greener world

By Ntsako Mthethwa
A first look at the electric Porsche Macan
Motoring
/ 17 December 2023

A first look at the electric Porsche Macan

The model is set to take centre stage in Porsche’s bid to embrace new tech

By Muhammad Bhyat
Outgoing Tiguan is still a charmer
Motoring
/ 16 December 2023

Outgoing Tiguan is still a charmer

We spent time with the outgoing model as the third generation waits in the wings

By Lerato Matebese
Toyota SA is leading the pack in car sales
Motoring
/ 10 December 2023

Toyota SA is leading the pack in car sales

Sales data provides a fascinating snapshot of the competitive landscape in the automobile industry

By Ntsako Mthethwa
Holiday road trips are here
Motoring
/ 9 December 2023

Holiday road trips are here

We put together a list of economical vehicles for your consideration as the open road beckons

By Jordan Schmidt
Which diesel gets the best grades?
Motoring
/ 3 December 2023

Which diesel gets the best grades?

We take a look at the three kinds available in South Africa and their pros and cons

By Ntsako Mthethwa
Merc’s AMG EQE 43: A new chapter in the EV narrative
Motoring
/ 2 December 2023

Merc’s AMG EQE 43: A new chapter in the EV narrative

We test whether the Mercedes EQE 43 lives up to the AMG nameplate

By Avon Middleton
Five stars for the Jimny five-door
Motoring
/ 25 November 2023

Five stars for the Jimny five-door

A longer wheelbase means more space inside, but otherwise it’s the same cheeky SUV

By Deon van der Walt
The Cayenne just got spicier
Motoring
/ 19 November 2023

The Cayenne just got spicier

Porsche has made significant upgrades to the S and most of them are under the skin

By Lerato Matebese
Doing France in a new Defender
Motoring
/ 18 November 2023

Doing France in a new Defender

Nice is picturesque and the Land Rover Defender P400e proved the ideal chariot in which to explore it

By Jordan Schmidt
Merc’s A45 S offers thrills and spills
Motoring
/ 11 November 2023

Merc’s A45 S offers thrills and spills

Does the most powerful production four-cylinder hot hatch still have what it takes?

By Ntsako Mthethwa
Subaru WRX offers practicality and performance
Motoring
/ 29 October 2023

Subaru WRX offers practicality and performance

Softer and more refined, the latest Subaru WRX feels polished and makes everyday driving a treat

By Lerato Matebese
Does X mark the spot for Ford?
Motoring
/ 28 October 2023

Does X mark the spot for Ford?

The Ranger Wildtrak has been given a big brother – an exciting leisure bakkie with plenty of features

By Jordan Schmidt
Honda’s modern-day classic icon
Motoring
/ 22 October 2023

Honda’s modern-day classic icon

The S2000 has become sought-after among collectors – and with very good reason

By Jordan Schmidt
Plugging into the EV charge
Motoring
/ 21 October 2023

Plugging into the EV charge

Is the C40 the EV silver bullet for Volvo to get the market to sit up
and take notice?

By Deon van der Walt
BMW X7 M60i is spacious and brisk
Motoring
/ 15 October 2023

BMW X7 M60i is spacious and brisk

The SUV has all the quality attributes of the X5 in a seven-seat configuration

By Lerato Matebese
Mercedes-Benz boasts 65 years in SA
Motoring
/ 14 October 2023

Mercedes-Benz boasts 65 years in SA

Power issue is stressed as stakeholders map the future for the local automotive market

By Mbali Tanana
Opel Grandland is a perfectly average car
Motoring
/ 1 October 2023

Opel Grandland is a perfectly average car

There is not one thing wrong with the Opel Grandland – just a bit of colour needed inside

By Jordan Schmidt
Bentley still the best grand tourer
Motoring
/ 24 September 2023

Bentley still the best grand tourer

Electrification looms for the luxe British brand, but not before we take one final spin

By Lerato Matebese
New Lexus RX is near perfect
Motoring
/ 23 September 2023

New Lexus RX is near perfect

In some areas, Lexus has moved the luxury SUV goalposts with its fifth-generation RX

By Deon van der Walt
Subaru WRX: Is all the hype true?
Motoring
/ 18 September 2023

Subaru WRX: Is all the hype true?

Although refined, the vehicle’s propensity to fuel consumption is rather surprising

By Avon Middleton
Kia Carnival: A sumptuous travel companion
Motoring
/ 10 September 2023

Kia Carnival: A sumptuous travel companion

Kia’s party bus, the Carnival, turns 25 years old this year and it is better than ever

By Lerato Matebese
GWM’s P-Series a bargain bakkie
Motoring
/ 3 September 2023

GWM’s P-Series a bargain bakkie

You’d be hard-pressed to find a better value proposition for a bakkie that’s fresh out the box

By Jordan Schmidt
Mercedes’ new GLC is a class act
Motoring
/ 2 September 2023

Mercedes’ new GLC is a class act

The GLC300d offers performance and luxury but it will cost you a pretty penny

By Deon van der Walt
Porsche 911 ST Tour de France revs to former glory
Motoring
/ 27 August 2023

Porsche 911 ST Tour de France revs to former glory

A mechanic with a keen eye for detail has restored a wrecked 1970s ST with a rich racing history

By Jordan Schmidt
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