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mechanic
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Joyride to jail: Mechanic arrested for ‘gallivanting’ in client’s car

BMW
Motoring

Came in the black BMW, left in a white one: Manufacturer shows off colour-changing car

Aarto demerit system
South Africa

Top 10 most dangerous roads in South Africa

mechanic
Offbeat

Joyride to jail: Mechanic arrested for ‘gallivanting’ in client’s car

BMW
Motoring

Came in the black BMW, left in a white one: Manufacturer shows off colour-changing car

Aarto demerit system
South Africa

Top 10 most dangerous roads in South Africa

self driving cars
Technology

The autonomous vehicle revolution: Advantages of self-driving cars

By Thenjiwe Kubheka04-11-2020 09:10

Imagine a world where you do not need to throw tantrums, insults or hoot insanely at the car with its driver that cut you off.

car names
Motoring

What’s in a (car’s) name? Plenty if you are not careful…

By Kevin MacGregor28-10-2020 15:06

With the volume of new cars coming on the market, mistakes are inevitably going to be made when new names are dreamt up. Here are a few.

scam
Motoring

Motorists beware: New car scam happening in South Africa

By Ebrahim Essa28-10-2020 13:21

Tracker and Netstar have confirmed that their customers are being targeted in a new scam involving thieves posing as technicians.

smart mobility life
Motoring

Smarter Mobility Africa LIVE 2020: Here’s what you need to know

By Cheryl Kahla27-10-2020 09:06

The virtual summit will bring together mobility thought leaders from business and government to consolidate efforts and discuss the future of mobility solutions in South African and Africa.

car
Motoring

And the most reliable used car brands for 2020 are…

By Kevin MacGregor26-10-2020 12:02

The ‘What Car?’ survey on consumers’ top choices for used cars in the UK leaves no doubt about the top picks in 2020.

Ignis
Motoring

Spruced-up Suzuki Ignis hits sweet spot where SUV and compact meets

By Motoring South Africa23-10-2020 08:35

(Partner Content) One of the country’s favourite compact urban SUVs sports a new look and extra features, making it an even-better value offering to South Africans.

headlights
Motoring

From halogen to lasers: Dazzling headlight options to choose from

By Kevin MacGregor14-10-2020 10:19

The development of cars’ headlights has kept pace with automotive technology, and motorists are now seeing better and further than ever before.

money
Motoring

Living the American dream: Burning big bucks and some serious rubber

By Kevin MacGregor29-09-2020 17:44

These days, if you have a chequebook that can take the strain, there are some weird and wonderful ways to spend your money.

No fitting tyres
Motoring

Playing the ‘Parking Lot I Spy’ game can teach you a lot about tyres

By Kevin MacGregor29-09-2020 13:26

It’s incredible, but people who buy cars that they really can’t afford, will display their lack of the ‘readies’ by having less-than-perfect tyres on their vehicles.

Porsche
Motoring

Car review: Driving the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 MT

By Avon Middleton29-09-2020 12:27

We spent a few days with Porsche’s purist 718 Cayman GT4. You have to wonder why they don’t make ’em like this anymore.

classic cars
Motoring

A classic car story: Foreign buyers snap up SA’s ‘precious metal’

By Kevin MacGregor23-09-2020 15:29

When the rand is sitting at around R18/$, buying a classic car and shipping it home is not an issue.

new student car
Motoring

The African PetrolHead: ‘My top five budget-friendly student cars’

By Gig Mensah22-09-2020 14:47

Petrolhead and YouTuber Ishmael shares his top five student-savvy car picks – all at a pocket-friendly price of less than R200 000.

car
Motoring

‘Platteland goud’: The collector’s car of your dreams may be waiting

By Kevin MacGregor18-09-2020 12:11

South Africa still has a treasure trove of desirable dust-covered cars sitting in farm buildings waiting to be discovered.

Concept cars
Motoring

The weird and wonderful world of concept cars

By Kevin MacGregor16-09-2020 15:29

Concept cars maybe there to test design limits and gauge opinions, but sometimes can leave an audience feeling bewildered…

driver's licence
Motoring

When it comes to getting a driver’s licence, not all people are created equal

By Kevin MacGregor15-09-2020 14:29

Although some people are determined to get their driver’s licence, the toll on the nerves and health of instructors, examiners and other road users should be considered.

A handy guide to becoming a ‘u
Motoring

A handy guide to becoming a ‘useless car facts’ expert

By Kevin MacGregor09-09-2020 15:01

If you love cars and have time to spare, you could learn new facts about them every day and become the person people love to avoid.

BMW
Motorsport

Bridgestone BMW Club Racing Series returns to the most illustrious stage

By Motoring South Africa09-09-2020 14:39

As motorsport in SA slowly regains a semblance of normality, albeit without spectator support, various categories have made successful returns to the track, like the Bridgestone BMW Club Racing Series.

Citroën
Motoring

Compact eco-friendly vehicle shifts into first gear in Paris

By Lorne Philpot07-09-2020 13:34

Citroën’s new model, the Ami, is proving to be popular in the French capital – with Parisians seeking a safe alternative to public transport during the pandemic.

BMW’s updated M5 Competition p
Motoring

BMW’s updated M5 Competition priced for South Africa

By Lance Branquinho24-08-2020 18:00

BMW promises an even better driving experience with its latest M5 Competition.

driving
Motoring

Level 2: Just when you thought it was safe to take to the road

By Motoring South Africa24-08-2020 13:49

Lockdown Level 2 may be something to celebrate, but driving still means following COVID-19 guidelines, says MasterDrive.

Land Rover Defender
Motoring

An off-road storm in a teacup sees Land Rover defending the indefensible

By Kevin MacGregor24-08-2020 12:57

After bidding the Defender farewell in 2016, Jaguar Land Rover tastes defeat in its attempt to stop people from using the Defender ‘shape’.

carlos ghosn nissan
Motoring

Auto villians: Trading a jet-setter lifestyle for an arrest request

By Kevin MacGregor21-08-2020 15:35

Over the years, auto executives have traded privileged positions for prosecution. Nissan’s Carlos Ghosn is the latest.

worst cars
Motoring

Spotting a loser: An exposé on some of the world’s worst cars

By Kevin MacGregor19-08-2020 12:46

It’s hard to believe, but even cars that have sticker prices that make annual pay cheques look silly, can be lemons.

Taycan
Motoring

First drive: The all-electric Porsche Taycan Turbo S

By Avon Middleton15-08-2020 18:00

Drive a car with no equal: the status-quo-destroying, hypercar fast, emission-free all-electric Porsche Taycan.

Porsche prices its new 911 Tur
Motoring

Porsche prices its new 911 Turbo for the South African market

By Lance Branquinho24-07-2020 12:43

The Porsche 911 Turbo has always offered an unrivalled blend of supercar performance and ease of use. Porsche continues its 911 legend, with this new version.

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