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McLaren's lightning rod
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McLaren's lightning rod

A storm is gathering as we buckle into McLaren's electrified Artura supercar

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5 mins  |
September 2022
LIGHTWEIGHT COMEBACK
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LIGHTWEIGHT COMEBACK

It's no new Batmobile, but the M4 CSL has all the ingredients for greatness

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2 mins  |
August 2022
Closed Circuit
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Closed Circuit

While comparisons with F1 are inevitable, Formula E aims to introduce closequarters EV racing to a future generation of enthusiasts. Contributor lan McLaren attended the Monaco ePrix to gain insight into this still relatively new formula ahead of a scheduled Cape Town race in 2023

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3 mins  |
August 2022
Vive la difference
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Vive la difference

A surprisingly effective head-turner and conversation starter. Capable, too

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2 mins  |
August 2022
MERCEDES-BENZ C220D AMG LINE
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MERCEDES-BENZ C220D AMG LINE

Electric may be the future, but Mercedes' baby S-Class 220d represents the best of diesel in the world right now...

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2 mins  |
August 2022
STILL BOXING CLEVER
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STILL BOXING CLEVER

Think horizontally opposed motors and the VW Beetle and Porsche 911 immediately spring to mind. Today, however, only one manufacturer relies exclusively on boxer engines to power its entire model line-up: Subaru

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5 mins  |
August 2022
BMWM240i xDrive Coupé
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BMWM240i xDrive Coupé

A M2-lite is no crime, but has all-wheel drive turned the M division’s stepson into a Jack of all trades but a master of none?

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5 mins  |
August 2022
Joy-ish machine
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Joy-ish machine

Honda's third-generation HR-V wants to bring the fun back

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3 mins  |
August 2022
Bridging of the bulls
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Bridging of the bulls

It may be a conduit between Lamborghini’s Evo and STO Huracáns, but the Tecnica is one of Sant’Agata Bolognese’s most balanced bulls...

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4 mins  |
August 2022
Ranger on the rise
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Ranger on the rise

Ford’s nextgeneration Ranger adds more comfort and tech, but doesn’t skimp on the all-road ability that’s made it a global star

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8 mins  |
August 2022
RANGE ROVER SPORT 3
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RANGE ROVER SPORT 3

Handsome, sophisticated heavyweight dials in more sport. ETA: Q4 2022

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2 mins  |
August 2022
Shock to the System
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Shock to the System

BMW's seventh-generation 7 Series ushers in a fully electric powertrain and daring design

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1 min  |
July 2022
KIA Sorento 2,2 CRDI 8DCT 7-Seater SXL AWD
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KIA Sorento 2,2 CRDI 8DCT 7-Seater SXL AWD

Kia's striking new Sorento brings some sophistication to CAR's long-term fleet

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2 mins  |
July 2022
A New (Old) Beetle?
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A New (Old) Beetle?

A total of 21 529 464: that's the number of Beetles Volkswagen manufactured from 1938 to 2003. We track down one of two Última Edicións in South Africa, manufactured during the final days of production in Mexico in 2003

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4 mins  |
July 2022
The world's most powerful SUV
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The world's most powerful SUV

Is the Aston Martin DBX707 more than just its performance numbers? Let's find out.

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5 mins  |
July 2022
VW Polo GTI 2,0 TSI DSG
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VW Polo GTI 2,0 TSI DSG

Volkswagen's baby hot hatch is advancing in the digital sphere, but is it enough?

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4 mins  |
July 2022
The fastest Bentley yet
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The fastest Bentley yet

Sovereign's carriage, silent assassin, voyager, wingman, spirit of an age. Bentley's 12-cylinder coupé is a mass of contradictions

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4 mins  |
July 2022
Giant killers
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Giant killers

Hyundai's N-fettled Kona and i30 models meld searing pace and dynamic engagement with a hint of everyday practiality

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4 mins  |
July 2022
Bakkie Brawler
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Bakkie Brawler

The highly anticipated SA-built Isuzu D-Max has officially arrived in SA and we drive the flagship V-Cross

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4 mins  |
July 2022
Platform game
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Platform game

New Opel Mokka gets a dollop of cream and a sizeable sprinkle of goodness, but does its shared DNA hinder it from rising above other alternatives on the crossover menu?

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3 mins  |
July 2022
FORD RANGER RAPTOR SPECIAL EDITION 2,0 BIT DOUBLE CAB 10AT 4X4
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FORD RANGER RAPTOR SPECIAL EDITION 2,0 BIT DOUBLE CAB 10AT 4X4

Ford's flagship bakkie has joined the CAR garage and is yearning for an off-road adventure

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2 mins  |
July 2022
Blossoming Chery
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Blossoming Chery

Chery's competitively priced premium-spec SUV suggests a giant leap for the Chinese brand after a rocky start in our market

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4 mins  |
July 2022
Off-road Conquerer
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Off-road Conquerer

We are one of the first to drive the new Ineos Grenadier offroader and it's already showing its passion for adventure

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6 mins  |
May 2022
Peugeot Landtrek 1, 9D 4Action 4x4
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Peugeot Landtrek 1, 9D 4Action 4x4

The Landtrek is loosening up nicely while it waits for a some substantial cargo to be added to the loadbay

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1 min  |
May 2022
Grand Entrance
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Grand Entrance

Hyundai's seven-seater Creta makes a grand entrance into a niche segment

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3 mins  |
June 2022
Middle child syndrome
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Middle child syndrome

BMW's entry-level coupé has landed on our shores; how does it compete in the absence of the M2 as the star-in-waiting?

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4 mins  |
June 2022
All aboard
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All aboard

What if the best seat in the latest Opel Zafira Life offering wasn't the one occupied by the driver?

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3 mins  |
June 2022
DRIVE to SURVIVE
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DRIVE to SURVIVE

So you want to go GT3 racing? Dreaming is cheaper

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7 mins  |
June 2022
BLOOMING MARVELLOUS!
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BLOOMING MARVELLOUS!

Lotus' first hyper-SUV comes to life

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1 min  |
June 2022
4X4 RAV4
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4X4 RAV4

Toyota's popular midsize SUV in hybrid form offers more grip and less sip

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2 mins  |
June 2022