Automotive
CAR South Africa
12 YEARS WITH A KIA SORENTO
On 22nd January 2013, a few months after retirement, I bought a Kia Sorento seven-seater 2.2 diesel AWD.
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November 2025
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COOL CONCEPTS
For many of us, 1995 doesn't feel like that long ago, but when looking at the current shape of our world, it seems like the dark ages.
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November 2025
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Raised Expectations
Comfortably carrying the weight of responsibility that comes with the Corolla nameplate, Toyota's family-focused SUV package continues to shine in the light of increased competition
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November 2025
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Talking about an evolution
Consistency is the key to Subaru's latest Forester, but how long can this successful formula hold out against attention-grabbing newcomers?
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November 2025
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Wired from Wolfsburg
We sampled Volkswagen's latest mild-hybrid technology in the current Tiguan before it arrives in South Africa next year
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November 2025
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Ticket to Ride
A firm favourite among the CAR team, the updated Kia Carnival introduces more distinct exterior styling and improved functionality to a proven people-mover package
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November 2025
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BMW X3 20
Our premium SUV segment Top 12 Best Buys winner reinforces our vote with this brilliantly turned-out base model
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November 2025
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Chery Tiggo Cross 1.5 CSH HEV Elite DHT
Chery's hybrid Tiggo Cross enters the new-energy segment with lots of promise, but does it live up to it?
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November 2025
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Honda Ballade
The Ballade is backed by Honda's reputation for solid and reliable cars, but is it a good choice as a second-hand buy?
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November 2025
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HYBRID HEADLINER
Porsche's electrified 992.2-generation Turbo S is the most powerful 911 to date
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November 2025
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FROM COUCH TO COMPETITION
In the sixth entry to 'Diary of an Aspiring Racer', Kyle Kock put his foot to the floor in one of the 2025 GR Cup's most dominant performances
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November 2025
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Back for the Future
Tata's plans for its return to the South African market include covering as many bases as possible, including the significant entry-level segment
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November 2025
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INDIA RISING THE GROWTH OF AN AUTO INDUSTRY
With the steady arrival of new Chinese brands and the seemingly endless rollout of their new models dominating current motoring headlines, one could be forgiven for overlooking the growth of the Indian auto industry and its impact on the SA market
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November 2025
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Blue Streak
With a longer bonnet and a suitably longer name, the successor to the AMG GT Coupé arrives in South Africa exclusively in barnstorming flagship hybrid guise. We strapped ourselves into the fastest-accelerating car this publication has ever tested
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November 2025
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KEEPING IT IN THE FAMILY
The iconic 'Polo' and 'Cross' nameplates will adorn the latest additions to VW's ID. all-electric lineup
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November 2025
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Wants and Cs
Mini's entry-level hatchback offering is all the Cooper you'll ever need
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November 2025
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MARANELLO VICE
With the 849 Testarossa, Ferrari is bringing one of its most renowned nameplates into the modern era
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November 2025
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Land Rover Defender Octa Edition One
Perhaps owing to the absence of roaring Jaguar products, Land Rover has well and truly turned up the wick on its capable Defender package
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November 2025
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KLASSE IN SESSION
The new iX3 is the first series-production model from BMW's future-focused family of EVs
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November 2025
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RAY OF SUNSHINE
After a wait of more than 70 years, Chevrolet's iconic Corvette Stingray has officially arrived in SA, and the outlook is bright...
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November 2025
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SIXTH SENSE
The new Clio represents a bold new chapter for Renault's compact hatchback
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November 2025
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KEEPING EQUILIBRIUM
Mercedes-Benz introduces all-electric EQ Technology to its best-selling GLC SUV
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November 2025
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Back to basics
Even in its base trim, the Volkswagen T-Cross' punchy and responsive drivetrain, composure on all surfaces and unmatched build quality thoroughly impressed the CAR team
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October 2025
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All In
Audi's plan for recapturing the imagination of the South African audience requires ticking as many boxes as possible. The new A5 provides a compelling starting point
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October 2025
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NEVERENDING STORY
Garagisti & Co. is opening a new chapter in the history of analogue supercars with the GP1
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October 2025
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V12 RELOADED
The latest model in Lamborghini's 'few-offs' arsenal, the Fenomeno is the most powerful Raging Bull ever created
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October 2025
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SUSPENSION DISBELIEF
Chinese luxury carmaker Yangwang Auto has revealed an innovative new active suspension system that's being introduced on its U7 sedan.
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October 2025
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VOLVO'S SOUTH AFRICAN EXPANSION
ENTERS HIGH GEAR WITH NEW LEADERSHIP AND PRODUCT OFFENSIVE
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October 2025
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VOLVO EX30 ULTRA TWIN MOTOR PERFORMANCE
The arrival of the Volvo EX30 Ultra Twin Motor Performance in our long-term fleet brings with it an injection of electrified pace, as well as a wealth of innovative features
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October 2025
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Crossing Continents
A second encounter with the new Continental GT, and its GTC sibling, has reinforced our opinion that Bentley's grand tourer has never been more appealing
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