Since launching in 2016, the PEUGEOT 3008 has taken the lead in the compact SUV market, achieved outstanding commercial performance in Europe and internationally, and scooped the Car of The Year award in 2017. Fast forward to 2021 now and get ready… more...

The Toyota Prius needs no introduction, now in its 4th-generation, it continues to serve as Toyota’s Hybrid icon and pioneer. Combining unique, futuristic styling with a practical five-door layout, TNGA platform and 1.8-litre Hybrid powertrain – the… more...

Once again, the prestigious event assembles the finest collection of cars ever, in the heart of the City of London London Concours 2021 reveals the full list of nearly 100 spectacular historic and performance cars at London’s HAC from the 8-10 June… more...

The Hyundai Motor Company has launched its new Staria multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) lineup via a digital world premiere, establishing a model for its future purpose-built vehicles (PBVs). The Staria’s debut furthers Hyundai Motor’s transformation as a… more...

A seven-seater SUV that blasts you from zero to 100 km/h in 4,2 seconds, while wrapping you in the lap of luxury? You’d better believe it. Welcome to the new Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+, which is about to redefine the South African luxury SUV… more...

With its purist design, extended standard equipment, new operating system and attractive equipment packages, the top sports car in the premium segment of small cars presents itself more than ever in top form. Long straights awaken its tracking… more...

Mercedes-AMG’s long-awaited performance offering for the GLE generation has reached South African shores, with the GLE 53 4MATIC+ and GLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé set to liven up the mid-size SUV market with a combination of head-turning looks and scorching… more...

Hyundai has entered the realm of complete online shopping with Cl!ck to Buy ¬¬in South Africa – giving you the comfort of selecting and buying your car online from the comfort of your couch, up to the point of having your new vehicle delivered in… more...

Compact and manoeuvrable workhorse to go where big trucks cannot. Reliable 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine for harsh working conditions. Robust suspension with a large payload to comfortably transport heavy loads. Affordability and low running cost, a… more...

Ford EcoSport Black added to EcoSport line-up Exclusive, dynamic appearance with black treatment for the grille, front skid plate, roof, integrated roof rails, bonnet and side decals, 16-inch alloy wheels and spare wheel cover Based on Ambiente… more...

New coupe faithful to the fun-to-drive characteristics of its GT86 predecessor Light weight and low centre of gravity secure agile handling Third model in Toyota’s line-up of global GR sports cars, joining GR Supra and GR Yaris New 2.4-litre… more...

Compact SUV range now includes two performance derivatives Offering high performance, athletic design and everyday usability Including the iconic five cylinder, 294 kW, 480 Nm and quattro all-wheel drive Audi presents the new edition of the RS Q3… more...

The WORLD CAR FINALS countdown excitement continues with today’s announcement of the TOP THREE IN THE WORLD finalists for the 2021 edition of the World Car Awards. A jury of 93 distinguished international automotive journalists selected the… more...

March 31 marks the 72nd anniversary of the founding of Abarth, the brand that has always been the by-word for performance and style. The brand’s badge has also developed over time while remaining true to its core values from the realistic Scorpion… more...

A campaign for the All New Renault Arkana, a hybrid, thanks to its E-Tech engine, but also with its sporty and racy design. Renault Arkana is a hybrid by nature: a sporty, sleek design, a large cargo capacity, and a full range of micro-hybrid and… more...

Vito available in Panel Van, Mixto and Tourer variants New look radiator grille adds eye-catching appeal Comfortable and durable interior Latest infotainment offering Centurion – Tshwane. This year, the Mercedes-Benz Vito turns 25 and to celebrate… more...

A true icon ever since its release in 1997, Kangoo won over the hearts of its customers with its spacious, modular design with plenty of storage options. The All-New Kangoo, it is Kangoo and more! It has improved on all the original features that… more...

For 2021 Toyota has bolstered the Corolla Quest product offering to offer enhanced convenience. While retaining the familiar 1.8-litre, single-engine line-up, the previously un-badged entry grade has been renamed Plus, while the Prestige and… more...

GENRIC Insurance Company Limited (GENRIC) has appointed Bosch Services as a preferred supplier under its Mechanical Warranty insurance product. The appointment of Bosch, which has a well-established pedigree in vehicle services and repairs, provides… more...

200,000th Bentley since the birth of the marque in 1919, commemorated at the home of company in Crewe Over 75 per cent of 101 years of production hand-built at Crewe factory in last 18 years Landmark vehicle is appropriately a Bentayga Hybrid –… more...

All the bells and whistles with no compromise on comfort, and still the best way for you to get noticed. The Citroën C3 facelift has come to play – rules will be broken. Once again, we find ourselves ogling over looks that cause weak knees and… more...

2021 is the final year in the development phase of the BMW M4 GT3, due to do battle for wins and titles in GT races around the world for BMW M Motorsport teams as of 2022. The new flagship in the BMW M Motorsport portfolio of cars has been taking… more...

All-new T8 the most advanced pick-up developed by JAC Motors. Eye-catching T8 aimed at leisure-orientated double-cab buyers. Luxurious appointments for a comfortable and relaxing drive. Efficient and reliable powertrain to suit lifestyle- and… more...

Areas of the Eastern Cape undergo several name changes Ford South Africa’s Struandale Engine Plant is situated in Gqeberha Ford’s SYNC®3 system can use navigation apps like WAZE and Google Maps to stay up to date with these changes South African… more...

The standard 5.0 V8 Mustang GT is equipped with a high-performance supercharger kit to produce 560kW Output can be raised to 578kW, which makes it the most powerful Stage 3 Roush Mustang yet The 2021 Roush Mustang comes with a certificate of… more...

Centre instrument with 8.8-inch touch display as standard, individually configurable Live Widgets, "Lounge" and "Sport" modes for the centre and multifunctional instrument display, and MINI App with extended functions: With the new edition of the… more...

The most powerful SUV coupé from Audi touches down in South Africa Offering high performance, variability and everyday usability 441 kW, 800 Nm, from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds Retails from 1 April 2021 The new Audi RS Q8 is the top model in the Q… more...

The Continental GT Speed is the most capable, performance-focused Bentley ever – with no compromise to comfort or luxury Highly advanced chassis – with four new technologies - increases sporting ability yet maintains ride comfort All-wheel steering… more...

Located near Nice on the French Côte d’Azur, ED² is Toyota’s European Design studio. For most of the 21st century, Toyota has been a leader in the A-segment in Europe. Committed to the future of this segment, it tasked ED² with the challenge of… more...

High-performance Avant and coupé-like grand tourer suitable for all purposes – sportiness and practical benefit 4.0 TFSI twin-turbo V8 with mild hybrid: high power meets high efficiency 441 kW, 800 Nm, 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds Retail launch… more...

All-New Outback ushers in a number of firsts for the brand and segment. Two premium grade derivatives on offer. Safest, most capable Outback ever. 11.6-inch Tablet Interface. Subaru Driver Monitoring System makes SA debut Today, Subaru Southern… more...

What began 20 years ago with the introduction of a rotary dial and a digital display is now an all-encompassing, intelligent, multi-sensory experience tailored to the user at hand. That is what the new BMW iDrive represents. It brings about another… more...

The Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled teaser images of STARIA, the brand’s new multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) line-up. The images show the STARIA Premium, a high-end variant of STARIA standard model. The STARIA name combines “star” and “ria”, in… more...

Pajero Sport wins its category in the 22nd CAR Top 12 Best Buys awards for 2021 Pajero Sport nails the brief in terms of affordability and value for money Findings of road tests and driving impressions factored in The Mitsubishi Pajero Sport won its… more...

Hyundai Motor’s second-generation fuel cell electric vehicle, the NEXO, has received a maximum five-star rating from Green NCAP, the independent organisation that ranks vehicles based on their energy efficiency and emissions. The rating was based on… more...

In perhaps its most remarkable award-winning achievement yet, the Toyota GR Yaris has been named the 2021 UK Car of the Year (UK-COTY). The result reveals the level of love for a car that sits well outside the mainstream: an out-and-out performance… more...

Ford Ranger has been awarded CAR Magazine’s Top 12 Best Buys award for the 10th consecutive year in the popular double cab pickup sector Ranger remains one of the pioneers and segment leaders with innovative technologies, safety, comfort, efficiency… more...

Hyundai Motor has revealed a glimpse of the all-new KONA N without its camouflage disguise. In a series of teaser images, fans and enthusiasts can enjoy a first look at the latest member of the brand’s high-performance N range. The all-new KONA N,… more...

New Ford Everest Sport adds exclusive exterior styling elements, including eye-catching 20-inch wheels and sporty black finishes Premium-quality cabin featuring embossed leather seats with distinctive blue stitching, soft-touch leather for the… more...

66 years of passionate history since 1955 Competition in the genes, many victories The people behind the iconic vehicles A 100% electric future Alpine is the story of a brand, but it is also the story of the people before the brand existed,… more...

Ushering in the next instalment in Toyota’s passenger car expansion strategy, is the new Urban Cruiser. Conceived as a fun, affordable and compact crossover vehicle, the Urban Cruiser has been designed to play in the city during weekdays, while… more...

Mitsubishi Motors SA Pajero Ambassador takes Pajero Sport on epic adventure to the “Land of Legends” Pajero Sport hosts convoy of 14 4x4s in Venda’s Secret Forest Off-road legend Francois Rossouw impressed by performance in the rough Mitsubishi… more...

By launching its sporty-looking Arkana SUV in Europe, Renault is reinventing the conventional codes of the market. It becomes the first general-purpose manufacturer to offer a SUV coupé in Europe, a segment that until now has been the preserve of… more...

The beginning of 2021 saw Opel hitting the ground running with the launch of one derivative of Opel Corsa; The Edition, which has been available to order since January 2021. Right on its heels we are introducing the rest of the Corsa line-up in the… more...

McLaren Automotive scientist and engineer Ella Podmore has been crowned the Young Woman Engineer of the Year by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). The prestigious IET industry award celebrates women working in modern engineering to… more...

The most digitally advanced Golf GTI is coming to South Africa in the second quarter of 2021 The award-winning Golf GTI comes powered with a 7-speed DSG® petrol engine pushing out 180kW The eighth generation Volkswagen Golf GTI will be launched in… more...

With its unique and resolutely hybrid concept, the new Renault Arkana breaks with traditional codes but makes no compromises on safety: it obtains the maximum 5-star rating from the independent safety test body Euro NCAP. Guaranteeing the highest… more...

The top five finalists for the 2021 World Car Person of the Year award were announced on the 2nd of March 2021. Ninety-three World Car Awards (WCA) jurors from twenty-eight countries collectively voted for the finalists by secret ballot. KMPG… more...

2021 marks the 16th year of the World Car Awards partnership with the New York International Auto Show. The 2022 awards season and the 18thedition of the Road to the World Car Awards journey will begin on August 19, 2021 at the New York show in the… more...

With over 14 million units delivered since 1946, the E-Class is the bestselling model series in the history of Mercedes-Benz, with many regarding it as the ‘heart of the brand’. Now it’s raising the bar even further: the latest iteration of the… more...

Yaris’s hybrid electric technology acclaimed for its low emissions, drivability and accessible pricing Car of the Year jury also appreciated Yaris’s attractive design and class-leading safety A second win for Yaris, 21 years after the first… more...

Back in 1991, Mercedes-Benz debuted an elegant cabriolet at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. A four-seater with a fabric top, it was initially known as the 300 CE-24, and revived a long tradition of four-door open-top vehicles in company’s… more...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Do whatever necessary to not only produce the 2000GT but make it one of the – or perhaps even the – greatest car in the world." - Shoichi Saito, Project Leader 2000GT. During the 1960’s it was believed… more...

The Land Cruiser 70-series needs no introduction, having etched an enviable reputation amongst off-roading enthusiasts, game rangers, farmers and other utility-minded users. The rugged construction and infallible Toyota engines have earned it the… more...

Ford’s premium SUV shows off its gentle side and tough side this month of love The Ford Everest is assembled at Ford South Africa’s Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria Everest range was recently expanded with new performance and specification It… more...

The jury of the Women's World Car of the Year is pleased to announce the winners in each of nine categories. These vehicles represent excellence in their segments based on safety, comfort, technology, and value for the money. This is the eleventh… more...

Concours of Elegance 2021 will host a special display of 95 British cars, one from each year of Her Majesty The Queen’s life The event started in 2012 as a celebration of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and continues to run with kind permission of Her… more...

The multi-year agreement between Mahindra South Africa (MSA) and the SsangYong Motor Company (SYMC) has ended, which means that MSA will no longer act as the distributor for SYMC from 28 February 2021. This marks the end of a multi-year agreement,… more...

Ask Ford is an intuitive global online knowledge base tool for customers Ask Ford can now be accessed via the new Ford Pass Connected App Ask Ford brings peace of mind to customers Ford’s customer-centric Ask Ford self-service tool continues to… more...

With its specially tuned M Sport suspension and Torsen limited-slip differential, the exclusively front-wheel-drive compact sports model has an unwavering focus on providing highly engaging driving pleasure. The new BMW 128ti is an unfiltered… more...

Innovative Volkswagen SUV launches with sharper design and new technological highlights The new Tiguan model range comes available with one diesel and two petrol engines The new Tiguan will be launched in the local market from the third quarter of… more...

Industry body predicts sales improvements after a crippling 2020, but not quite back to 2019 levels Vehicle servicing and parts sales slowly returning to normality NADA credits banks and government with providing recovery support structure A number… more...

Stylish new Ranger FX4 offers a distinctive exterior design with sporty black mesh grille, black mirrors and door handles, black 18-inch alloy wheels, extended-leg tubular sports bar and practical drop-in bedliner with 12-volt power socket Premium… more...

All-new T.50s Niki Lauda revealed: designed and engineered to offer “an on-track experience like no other car to date” Production limited to just 25 cars Designed, engineered and developed in parallel with the ground-breaking T.50 supercar Hundreds… more...

More powerful 2.5-litre Boxer® engine added New Sport derivative adds distinctive styling and added practicality Uncompromised safety with the latest generation of Subaru EyeSight Driver Assistance Subaru Southern Africa presents the MY2021 Subaru… more...

The Morgan Plus 8 GTR gives Morgan designers and engineers the opportunity to reignite one of the marque’s heroic legacy models with a ‘gloves off’ special edition Marking the first of several Morgan special projects to commence in 2021, just nine… more...

2021 marks 60 years since Jaguar launched the E-type; the team at E-Type UK are responsible for keeping many of these iconic cars in perfect order Showroom highlights include two immaculate Series 1 4.2 RHD FHC and a 1961 Flat Floor Series 1 3.8 with… more...

Volkswagen won three awards at the sixth annual Cars.co.za Consumer Awards which recognises the best cars in South Africa Volkswagen won three category awards at the annual Cars.co.za Consumer Awards which were broadcast on national television on 15… more...

The all-new Artura is revealed as McLaren’s first-ever series-production High-Performance Hybrid (HPH) supercar The distillation of more than half-a-century of McLaren’s expertise and experience in race- and road-car engineering Blends thrilling… more...

Hilux 2.8 GD-6 4x4 Legend Auto wins Leisure Double Cab category Fortuner 2.8 GD-6 4x4 VX Auto wins Adventure SUV category RAV4 2.0 AWD GX-R wins Family Car category C-HR 1.2T Luxury wins Crossover category Starlet 1.4 XR wins Budget Car category… more...

Starting 2021 on a strong note, Volvo Cars reported the best January in its history. Global sales rose by 30.2 percent to 59 588 cars, boosted by a strong year-on-year performance in China where the company more than recovered losses from earlier… more...

New McLaren Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has a hugely busy pre-season diary. Now he’s part of the McLaren family alongside team-mate Lando Norris, Daniel gets to drive McLarens with two seats as well as one – and jumped at the chance to try out… more...

The R.S. Line version, inspired by the world of motorsport, is now available The Renault Captur 2021 range is evolving in detail A range of petrol, LPG and hybrid engines Renault unveils the prices of Captur model year 2021. In addition to the… more...

A cult car from the 70's with winking headlights, does that mean anything to you? The R5 of course! Its mischievous look is part of our heritage and the Renault 5 prototype unveiled in January cannot deny its ancestor. Nicolas Jardin, the… more...

Lotus Evija wins prestigious International Design Award British all-electric hypercar honoured as ‘Product Design of the Year’ at the International Design Awards Awards recognise, celebrate and promote global design visionaries Jury names Evija “the… more...

Voted for by over 101,000 readers of Auto Motor und Sport, the Abarth 595 is “Best Car” in the Mini Cars/Import category. The Scorpion brand’s sports car leaves behind the other 12 competitors in the running for the import car category. The "Best… more...

Renault opened orders for the New Express Van in France and Europe. Practical and efficient, the New Express Van meets the essential needs of professionals looking for the best price/performance ratio. It makes daily life easier: up to 3.7 m³ load… more...

V8 TDI engine with 310 kW and 900 Nm The SQ7 and SQ8 introduces a performance stint to the luxury C-SUV segment Now available in South Africa through a limited, once-off launch opportunity Audi presents the SQ7 and the SQ8 with a V8 diesel engine in… more...

Vitara Brezza, a global best-seller Touch-screen infotainment and climate control standard across the range Manual and automatic options available India’s most popular compact SUV and the fastest compact SUV to reach 500 000 sales in that country,… more...

All-new, High-Performance Hybrid McLaren supercar makes its global debut at 00:01 GMT on Wednesday February 17, 2021 More than five decades of McLaren experience and expertise in super-lightweight engineering and racing technology concentrated into… more...

Mitsubishi Outlander to be first new vehicle ever revealed via livestream on Amazon Live Announcement of sweepstakes to award a vehicle to one lucky winner Mitsubishi starts shipping 2022 Outlander, first vehicles set to depart Japan for the U.S.… more...

Biggest-ever intake of future talent at company headquarters in Crewe 112 new trainee opportunities at Bentley Motors in 2021 Strong emphasis on digital technology and data analysis as Bentley’s Beyond100 strategy takes the brand into its next… more...

Carroll Shelby’s AC Cobra with Ford V8 power helped define the muscle car segment The Shelby GT350 and GT500 established the Mustang as a performance sportscar Carroll Shelby’s legacy lives on through the official Shelby Mod Shop with one located in… more...

The London Concours has announced the first of its 2021 classes: a celebration of the great ‘Italian Berlinettas’ Focusing on the golden era of the ‘60s, design icons like the Ferrari 250 GT SWB, Iso Grifo GL and Lancia Flaminia Super Sport Zagato… more...

A mythical car, sold in more than 8 million units. A true icon of Pop Culture. 2021, a year full of celebrations. 2021 marks the 60th anniversary of the Renault 4L, a true success story, with more than 8 million units sold in over 100 countries over… more...

For all those who are ready to give a new lease of life to the automotive world, PEUGEOT is unveiling the new 2008 SUV. As an enthusiastic and fierce supporter of PEUGEOT’s brand vision of an exciting future, it is the ultra-modern interpretation of… more...

In the latter part of 2020 the Toyota Hilux underwent a significant model update, bringing with it sharpened exterior styling, specification upgrades, a rationalised line-up and new flagship Legend grade. The SRX grade of old (which catered to… more...

The RS 4 and RS 5 model ranges bring a fresher and updated appeal to Audi’s performance range in South Africa Retail launch of the new models will take place from 1 April 2021 VIP customer deliveries have officially begun Audi has fine-tuned many… more...

Showcases Renault’s focus on disruptive innovation and will radically alter the dynamics in the B-SUV segment Stunning design: Distinct, athletic design combining urban modernity with agility and muscular bodywork that exudes sturdiness and dynamism… more...

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has kicked off the 2021 retail calendar with 9 033 units sold in January. This translates to a remarkable market share of 26% out of the 34 748 total units sold in South Africa this year. Toyota’s best-selling… more...

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) recorded total sales of 2 587 trucks and buses in 2020. Trucks led the charge with total sales of 2 570 units, making Isuzu the number one Japanese Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) in the Medium and Heavy… more...

Toyota Corolla Cross to be built at the Prospecton Plant in Durban, South Africa Toyota South Africa Motors has invested R2.43 billion in the project Corolla Cross will generate around R 2.85 billion a year in local component purchases The project… more...

Ford partners with SVI Engineering to offer armoured protection for the Ford Ranger The Ford Ranger is the only vehicle in its category to be offered with OEM-approved armoured protection Armoured Rangers can be ordered directly from Ford dealers… more...

Sets new benchmark in Safety with first 5-star safety rating for all vehicles tested in Africa by Global NCAP, with highest ever score XUV300 becomes the safest car ever tested by GNCAP for Africa Mahindra South Africa, part of the USD 19.4 billion… more...

It was a close race right to the finish line for the top luxury car brands in the US in 2020. For the second consecutive year, BMW clinched the top spot. According to the research data analyzed and published by Stock Apps, BMW was the top-selling… more...

Mazda Southern Africa unveiled the second model in its 7th Generation line-up, the Mazda CX-30 compact SUV. The vehicle was first revealed at the Geneva International Motor Show in March 2019 and launched internationally in April 2019. This new… more...

80,000th Continental GT produced at the Home of Bentley in Crewe Three generations produced over the last 18 years Emissions reduction of 48 per cent with a power increase of 27 per cent 17 billion various configurations ensure individuality for… more...

Start for the BMW M5 CS M Carbon bucket seats available for the BMW M8 models Optimised 4-zone automatic air conditioning with nanoparticle filter. The market launch of the BMW M5 CS is the absolute highlight among the innovations that will enrich… more...

Even sportier, even more luxurious, even more exclusive: BMW M GmbH is expanding its ranks of ultra-sporty CS models with the introduction of the BMW M5 CS. Building on the recently established presence of the BMW M3 CS, BMW M4 CS and BMW M2 CS, BMW… more...

The Toyota Hilux is South Africa’s most desired used car in the land! This much has emerged from an analysis of AutoTrader search data during the 2020 calendar year. The Hilux – the most searched for bakkie on AutoTrader in 2020, the most sold new… more...