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McLaren and Gordon Murray legends go under the hammer in Abu Dhabi
Auction house RM Sotheby’s has announced the auction of a trio of special McLaren vehicles at this season’s final Formula One race in Abu Dhabi on December 5.
This raised Nissan GT-R is ready for safari action
This one-off model rides on a lifted suspension and is equipped with all-terrain Toyo tyres with extended wheel arches.
How to get your car ready for holiday travel
With many holidaymakers expected to take to the roads in December, preparations and a safety mindset are crucial before embarking on your journey.
Gordon Murray S1 LM sets record with R357m auction sale
The exclusive model now holds the title of highest price paid for a new car.
Chinese carmaker Lepas introduced to SA public
The company says sales of the L4, L6, and L8 range of vehicles will start from the first quarter of 2026.
Nissan Navara debuts in Australia with no plans for SA introduction
The new-generation Nissan Navara Pro-4X has been unveiled in Australia. The model is scheduled to go on sale in that market only at the end of the first quarter of 2026, raising questions about the prospects of local production.
Chery and other Chinese models in SA awarded five-star safety ratings
The latest round of the European New Car Assessment Programme (Euro NCAP) tests have awarded five-star safety ratings to the latest Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and Tiggo 8 Pro models. The two models are on sale in SA.
FIRST DRIVE | Refreshed Renault Kiger impresses on style but not performance
Three models of the face-lifted Renault Kiger have gone on sale in South Africa.
SA’s first electromobility qualification expected to roll out soon
First nationally recognised electromobility occupational qualification to be introduced.
FIRST DRIVE | Omoda C7 impresses in some areas, underwhelms in others
The Omoda C7 has been launched in SA, and I got to drive it before its debut. It’s available in three specification levels comprising the C7 1.6 TGDI Luxury, Elegance and C7 SHS, the latter model powered by a hybrid powertrain.




















