From journalist to race driver: my Toyota GR Cup journey begins
Join me as I transition from journalist to race driver in the thrilling Toyota GR Cup, where I'll face new challenges and embrace the adrenaline of competitive racing. ...
Pimp my ride Mzansi style: Only in South Africa
South Africa ranks globally as a top consumer of performance vehicles, but with modification culture on the rise, what modifications are actually legal? We explore ...
Software engineer set to represent Independent Media in 2025 Fortuner Challenge
Discover how Hennie Terreblanche, a software engineer and CrossFit coach, prepares for the 2025 Fortuner Challenge, representing Independent Media.
The alarming 200% increase in petrol prices since 2008: what you need to know
South African fuel prices have skyrocketed by almost 200% since 2008, from R7. 20 to R21. 55 per litre. And it's not only at the pumps where we are feeling this. ...
Lexus introduces the LX 700h Hybrid SUV and adventure-ready Overtrail model
Explore the new Lexus LX 700h and Overtrail, where luxury meets adventure in a hybrid SUV designed for outdoor enthusiasts.
McLaren supercar crash in Sea Point: 'It's not the same as driving an everyday car,' explains racing champion
After a driver crashed a R3-million McLaren 570S in Cape Town, former racing champion Deon Joubert shares his insights on speed, handling, and the unique challenges ...
GWM's new P-300 bakkie: a stylish rival to Toyota and Ford
Can the GWM P-300 take on the powerhouses in South Africa's bakkie market with a new engine, luxury amenities, and advanced safety features?
South Africa's automotive future: Chinese auto giants insist they here for long haul
As Chinese automotive brands climb the South African sales charts, we take a look at whether they have their customers, the broader industry and Mzansi at heart. ...
From newsroom to racetrack: our journalist's scary journey to conquer the Toyota GR Cup Challenge
Experience the adrenaline-pumping journey of a motoring journalist's transformation into a racing driver as he prepares for the prestigious Toyota GR Cup 2025.
From SA to Dubai: disintegrating tar, soft sand, rookie mistakes and yet Ford Ranger Raptor still performs
Join us as we take the Ford Ranger Raptor for a spin in the deserts of Dubai, exploring its impressive performance, advanced technology, and off-road capabilities ...
Local is lekker: BMW showcases its all-new X3 — SA-built, performance-driven, future-ready
The latest updates on the BMW X3, produced locally in South Africa, features advanced hybrid technology and impressive performance.
Sorry, South Africa: the ultimate off-road beast, the Ford Bronco Raptor, isn’t coming your way
We drive the Ford Bronco Raptor in the Dubai desert and come away impressed with the off-road beast that combines aggressive design with cutting-edge technology. ...
Sorry, South Africa: the ultimate off-road beast, the Ford Bronco Raptor, isn’t coming your way
We drive the Ford Bronco Raptor in the Dubai desert and come away impressed with the off-road beast that combines aggressive design with cutting-edge technology. ...
Ford F150 Raptor: conquers Dubai’s deserts with an interior size to rival a Sea Point studio
We take the Ford F150 Raptor for a spin in the deserts of Dubai, exploring its impressive off-road capabilities, spacious interior, and powerful performance. But ...
DRIVEN: Updated Toyota Corolla Cross is still a compelling choice
The Toyota Corolla Cross has been given a fresh look and new features. Here’s what it’s like to drive South Africa’s most popular SUV.
Inside Volkswagen’s Kariega Plant: The science behind quality control
Discover the meticulous quality control processes, where advanced testing ensures every vehicle meets the highest standards before reaching customers
Extreme adventure drive shows Land Rover’s new Defender Octa is off the charts
Even in its standard guise the Defender is already extremely capable but the engineering and finishing on the Octa significantly raises the bar.
How Volkswagen uses professional ‘noses’, and science, to perfect the smell of your new car
Volkswagen employs a unique team of scent testers to ensure that every new car has that irresistible aroma
It’s a wrap: the final challenge in the wilds pushes the Toyota Land Cruiser bakkie to its limits
In this second part on the Toyota Land Cruise 79, our writer takes it into the harsh terrain of the Richtersveld.
Into the wild: Land Cruiser 79 conquers the rugged Richtersveld
Toyota’s Land Cruiser 79 is put through its paces in the unforgiving terrain of the Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park in the Northern Cape.
Conquering the wild: Toyota Land Cruiser 79 tackles the rugged Richtersveld
The iconic Toyota Land Cruiser 79-Series takes a drive into the hot and dusty wilderness
Heroes for the win in the 2025 Toyota Fortuner Challenge
Each of the four competitors in the 2025 Fortuner Challenge powered by Quartz Engine Oil will be teamed up with four different heroes to tackle the tough challenges ...
REVIEW: Hyundai’s Exter is a decent offering in a cluttered segment
The Hyundai Exter continues the Korean manufacturer’s legacy of well appointed safe cars, just on a smaller scale.
Long-term Intro: Ford Ranger Wildtrak Supercab is perfect for a pair
It’s certainly not family friendly but when there’s only two of you and it’s a Wildtrak, then the Ranger is fit for purpose.
REVIEW: Ford Tourneo Custom makes a good case for the mini bus
If you’re not keen on an SUV and looking for a large, comfortable people carrier in the R1-million ballpark, there’s not much to beat the Ford Tourneo Custom.