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Introducing the Classic Defender V8 Works Bespoke Soft Top from Land Rover: a R4. 8 million masterpiece

Land Rover introduces the Classic Defender V8 Works Bespoke Soft Top, a modern homage to the iconic Defender, featuring a powerful V8 engine, bespoke options, and a nod to its heritage

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

SA's biggest classic car show: Cars in the Park set for Zwartkops in August

With 2,500 vehicles and exciting events, Cars in the Park is an unmissable day for car lovers.

Motoring Industry News
Motoring Staff|Published

Rare BMW E30 3-Series goes under the hammer for R3 million in South Africa

A red BMW 333i with matching numbers has become the most expensive 3 Series ever sold in South Africa, while a 325i S Evo2 also fetched a record price.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Iconic BMW 'Gusheshe' E30s up for auction in Johannesburg this week

A million rand question surrounds these iconic BMW models as they go under the hammer.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Lewis Hamilton wants to help create a Ferrari F40 successor, named after his race number

Lewis Hamilton is eager to design a successor to the iconic Ferrari F40, complete with a manual gearbox.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Watch Video'There's magic in that van' - The story behind a Kombi that miraculously survived California wildfire

The heartwarming story of a classic Volkswagen that survived the devastating Palisades Fire, becoming a beacon of hope for a community in despair.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Exciting tours for vintage and classic cars at the 2025 George Old Car Show

Two thrilling tours for vintage, veteran, and classic cars are set to take place in conjunction with the 2025 George Old Car Show, which will be held for the first time as a one-day-only event on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

November Ride of the month

Ramnarian’s interest in cars started with his father.

Sunday Tribune News
Staff Reporter|Published

1977 Mazda Capella gets pulses racing

Rakesh Gobardhan’s 1977 Mazda Capella has all the bells and whistles

iOS News
Mervyn Naidoo|Published

Welcome to South Africa: Mr World Cup in court, ANC’s Mr Porsche assets frozen

South Africa faces a wave of corruption scandals as SAFA president Danny Jordaan and former ANC spokesperson Pule Mabe are implicated in serious allegations.

Daily News Opinion
Letter to the Editor|Published

BMW South Africa’s unique 50-year journey documented in new coffee table book

The hard cover book documents the half-decade journey of BMW SA, from the set-up of Plant Rosslyn to the creation of unique models linked to its motorsport exploits.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

IN PICTURES | South Africa celebrated 100 years of building cars in 2024: here’s how the industry evolved

Companies that build cars in South Africa have a great deal to celebrate at present, but soon they may not if the country doesn’t secure new export contracts.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Updated

The Gusheshe, the Tazz, the MK1 - these cars truly resonate with Mzansi car heritage

There surely aren’t many nations in the world whose citizens have the ability to take relatively simple cars and turn them into something truly special.

Motoring
Jason Woosey|Published

Petrolheads can look forward to a weekend of action at Jozi’s Festival of Motoring

The annual event has grown to become the largest industry-supported auto show in South Africa and on the continent.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Karishma Dipa|Published

Iconic South African classic cars on auction at Festival of Motoring

Rospa Imports, will host a unique auction event at the upcoming SA Festival of Motoring featuring several SA-exclusive models.

Motoring Industry News
Supplied|Published

Watch VideoBehind the wheel of Jaguar’s most iconic cars of all time

Jaguar may make beautiful cars but they’re not just a pretty face and have an impressive racing history with some of the world's most iconic race cars.

Motoring Industry News
Willem van de Putte|Published

Top comedians unite for a night of side-splitting laughter

The comics are sure to have you laughing your stresses away as you enjoy an evening with loved ones.

Sunday Tribune Entertainment
Karishma Dipa|Published

So much more than drama at the 2024 Hilton Arts Festival

Comedy, music, theatre and magic, the largest visual art exhibition in KZN, exciting arts-related workshops, fun activities and shows for kids, more than 100 upmarket crafters, classic cars and food offering a smorgasbord of tastes and cuisines.

iOS Entertainment
Staff Reporter|Published

Early history of the Mercedes-AMG C-Class: lighting the fire for budding petrolheads

Mercedes-AMG will soon unleash the latest C63 sedan in Mzansi. Before that happens, let’s take a look at its early ancestors.

Motoring Industry News
Supplied|Published

“It's the fastest car I’ve driven, but not the safest” - Preston Chetty on his BMW E30 Turbo

From classic sports cars like the BMW E36 M3 and Honda S2000, to vintage cars like the Lotus Seven, Preston “Bala” Chetty from Chatsworth has driven his fair share of mechanical artworks.

The Post News
Jehran Naidoo|Published

JDM importer makes impressive Simola Hillclimb debut in GT-R ‘dream car’

Paul threw everything at the hill, often sideways, and crossed the line quick enough to secure victory in the new B10 class for modified street cars.

Motoring Motorsport
Supplied|Published

Durban gears up for a blast with Gas Motorshow

This year, Suncoast will host one of the largest automotive exhibitions in the country, showcasing a blend of high-end elements in a secure and enjoyable environment.

Daily News Partnered
Partnered Content|Published

On this day, April 15

Peace talks begin, Mickey Mouse pops up, a record trip to South Africa, ‘Baby Jake’ makes us proud, and International Day of Families

The Star
Greg Hutson|Published

Surprise and delight as couple buys two Rolls Royces from Sandton dealer

Buying a new car can be a joyous occasion for many. But we can hardly imagine a feeling more satisfying than that experienced by this couple.

Motoring Industry News
Jason Woosey|Published

Banxso revolutionises the trading landscape with ‘Tour de Banxso’

Banxso, a leading name in the financial trading industry, is proud to introduce the ‘Tour de Banxso’ an innovative online trading competition that combines the thrill of trading with the elegance of classic car heritage.

News Partnered
Partnered Content|Published