In this issue

Packed with great motoring consumer advice, stunning photography, road tests and side-by-side comparisons of the latest car models as well as fascinating features on the people and places behind the great marques, CAR is the definitive package for prospective buyers as well as enthusiasts, and still by far the biggest motoring magazine in South Africa.

LIGHTNING SPEED

Cracking 0-100 km/h in less than two seconds and with an EV record top speed of 412 km/h, the Nevera's numbers are simply stupendous. But how electrifying is it behind the wheel?

8 mins

Back to the future Formula E

From the world of motorsport comes Formula E. It's a wide, intricate network of opportunity, not without its fair share of engaging topics, which we explored at the inaugural Cape Town E-Prix

4 mins

Proving a ghost from the past right

The Spectre emerges out of the mist on an uncharacteristically overcast day of this exclusive drive, not only as the first electric car from Rolls-Royce, but to prove a ghost from the past right

4 mins

Say yes to UX

Baby Lexus gets tech treats aplenty; untouched hybrid and CVT reaffirm it's more suited to Silicon Valley than Silverstone

2 mins

FROM BAVARIA WITH LOVE

Entrenched in all things BMW, Colin van Son opens his garage doors, revealing a collection of cars with a strong focus on the most famously Bavarian carmaker

3 mins

Nice but niche

Of course, it's not a real seven-seater, but that was never why you were considering it in the first place. So, where does it fit in?

3 mins

Range Rover P530 Autobiography

The newest Range Rover steps into the modern era but retains its old-world charm

4 mins

Mercedes-Benz EQA 250

Mercedes-Benz joins the high-voltage party with an all-rounder that impresses. Import duties remain a large stumbling block

4 mins

Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge Ultimate

It's one of the most powerful models in Volvo's local line-up, but ironically it may be one of the most sensible, too

4 mins

PHEVS - A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO ELECTRIFICATION?

Even in those vehicle markets that have already committed to an EV future, with set dates for a ban on sales of new internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, questions are still raised regarding affordability, battery supply and the availability of raw materials. Could plug-in hybrids (PHEV) be a practical interim-, or even long-term solution?

5 mins

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE

Mattia Binotto's shock exit from Ferrari after a near-missed 2022 season could never be complete without a signature shot of personality prangs and boardroom brawling. It all points to mismanagement and not meeting fundamental F1 excellence

6 mins

Volvo 164 (1969-1976)

Taking on the Germans and British with a straight-six and a stately grille

3 mins

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CAR South Africa Magazine Description:

CAR is Southern Africa’s leading automotive-interest magazine – and has been since 1957. It’s aimed at petrol-heads of all ages looking for, expert reviews, road tests, driving impressions of the latest models available and great motoring content from the country’s leading motoring journalists.