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In this issue of go! Drive&Camp;: Hooked (on the) Free State! - Camp at two top spots worth the detour; Augrabies calling - Relax at Riemvasmaak; Luangwa Valley - Africa at its wildest; Driving impression - Jeep Wrangler Sahara - Suburban cool with bush cred; Camper Test - Bundutrail - Packed with nifty upgrades; Marula Oasis - Stay for the weekend… or stay the whole month; 4x4 Prof - Our top 10 tips for tackling tough terrain; Tow Test - Land Rover Disco: brains, brawn – and beauty to boot; Reader story - A Kgalagadi can-do adventure and Do let the dogs out - We’ve got campsites for them too.

We'll be back!

We were the lucky ones who bagged a three-night stay at Kalahari Lifestyle Lodge in NC Famous Lodges' competition in the October-November 2024 issue of Drive & Camp.

1 mins

Hoedspruit gets a new bush spot

Bushriver Lodge near Hoedspruit has opened a new campsite.

1 mins

Sleek Jeep

Jeep isn't exactly known for its sleek curves, but the brand has teamed up with European stylists to create its most streamlined model yet: the all-new Jeep Compass.

1 mins

Omoda and Jaecoo hit new highs

June 2025 was a record-breaking month for Chinese car brands Jaecoo and Omoda.

1 mins

Vehicle sales are looking up

It seems South Africans are feeling confident enough to take on car payments, after years of uncertainty about the country's future.

1 mins

Mahindra hits a six

South African-born former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen, the driving force behind the SORAI wildlife conservation initiative, has just signed a deal with Mahindra to donate vehicles to the organisation.

1 mins

Jimnys set to party again

The 2023 Jimny gathering in the Free State town of Clarens was a roaring success for Suzuki - and on 27 September 2025, the fans will be back at it, this time taking on Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo.

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Volvo XC60 takes the lead

The iconic Volvo 240 station wagon has just been overtaken by the XC60 as the world's bestselling Volvo, with more than 2,7 million XC60s sold since its launch in 2008.

1 mins

A little big deal

If you're after a small caravan that fits your needs like a glove, Chris Erasmus from Kempton Park has the answer.

2 mins

A falcon built to flex

When he decided to build a caravan, Kotie Terblanche from Worcester had one non- negotiable: it had to be different. Enter the Rooivalk – his bold new off-road model.

2 mins

Built light, made right

Building a caravan that comes in under 750 kg is already a tough ask - let alone one that still leaves room for a decent payload. But Danie Brough from Pretoria has pulled off the seemingly impossible with his new Serenity caravan.

2 mins

Plastic fantastic

How do you build a multipurpose camping trailer that can handle any weather? You ask the plastic pros, suggests Leon Botha.

2 mins

A fresh face for an old favourite

The Kia Sorento recently got a facelift. Cyril Klopper takes a look at what's new with this popular family car.

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Booming waterfalls and serene hot springs

Take a winding drive through the lesser-known side of Augrabies Falls National Park and explore the backroads of Riemvasmaak's community land.

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Country calm, Free State strong

These two new camping spots in the Free State don't just raise the bar – they're the kind of places you simply must visit when you're passing through the province.

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Where the swallows settle

Campsites in the northern parts of the country are a winter favourite for a special group of campers known as \"swallows\". Marula Oase is one of their top spots.

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The lure of Luangwa

For self-drivers craving fresh ground and wilder horizons, Zambia is the next great frontier, says Ultimate Routes' Lea and Kobus Erasmus.

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The long and straight of it

At 312 km, the R358 is the longest gravel road in South Africa. Grab a coffee to stay alert - it also happens to be the straightest.

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Sucker for punisment?

When they said “Kgalagadi, here we come!” were they brave words uttered in the heat of the moment or just misguided bravado? Deon Boshoff from St Francis Bay elaborates.

9 mins

Tail-wagging bliss

Let your dog run wild (in the best way) at one of these eight campsites that welcome pets with open arms.

4 mins

Suburban cowboy

The Jeep Wrangler Sahara comes in at just under R50 000 cheaper than the top-spec Rubicon. We took it for a spin to see if its performance also trails only slightly behind the legend.

4 mins

Nothing's stopping the Disco

Land Rover's Discovery with its new D350 engine not only tows like a beast - it boasts towing features most rigs can only dream of.

6 mins

Compact and capable

The BunduTrail comes with so many clever new features, you'll feel like you have to learn how to camp all over again.

6 mins

Local caravans under the spotlight

We analyse South Africa's caravan industry by taking a closer look at the latest models on display from local manufacturers.

1 mins

10 pro tips for off-roading

The number of SUVs and lifestyle bakkies on our roads is still on the rise, and new enthusiasts enter the 4x4 world daily. André Botha from African Off-Road Academy shares some useful tips and basic principles to guide beginners – and remind veterans while he's at it.

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Let me play among the stars

One of the best things about camping is stargazing. And if you had to choose between city lights and the lights of the night sky... well, the stars win every time, right? Here are six gadgets – and a nifty smartphone app – to take your hobby to the next level.

3 mins

Green & Gold

Brighten up the flavours on your plate with a generous splash of fresh lemon juice. Add a sprinkling of herbs and you can practically taste spring in the air!

6 mins

Nothing like a good road trip

On a recent spur-of-the-moment family road trip, he was again struck by the immense beauty of our country and the absolute privilege we have to be able to experience it, says Mic van Zyl.

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