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Changan chose the Mondial de l’Auto 2026 (Paris Motor Show 2026) to present its global brand and product line-up, including the European debut of the Nevo brand and three new models bound for Mzansi

Changan presents global brand and product line-up

  • Herald Reporter
The Porsche Club EC generously donated R50,000 each to Cheshire Homes and CMR, a Christian child protection organisation in Gqeberha.

Porsche Club Eastern Cape driven by purpose

PLEASE ADD TIME TO TORQUE LOGO FOR PRINT

  • Tremaine Van Aardt
CEO of Hyundai Automotive South Africa Stanley Anderson. Picture: Mukovhe Mulidzwi

Hyundai named a finalist in Future of HR Awards

Hyundai Automotive SA has been named a finalist in the 2026 Future of HR Awards. The recognition celebrates the company’s growing focus on women and…

The XC60 can travel up to 200km electrically, while the XC90 offers up to 160km of electric range. Picture:

Volvo more than doubles electric range of XC60 and XC90 hybrids

Long-range plug-in hybrids are expected in South Africa during the first half of 2027

  • Denis Droppa
South African buyers will get two versions of the new Outback, including this turbocharged Wilderness designed for more demanding terrain. Picture:
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New Subaru Outback brings turbocharged Wilderness to SA

  • Motoring Staff
The new N Line flagship brings 118kW turbo performance to Hyundai’s compact SUV range. Picture:

Hyundai cuts Creta price and adds turbocharged N Line

Facelift brings fresh styling, lower pricing and a new turbocharged N Line flagship

  • Denis Droppa
Gerald Beech putting his V8 Chevrolet Camaro through its paces at Aldo Scribante Raceway last Saturday.

Confident Beech heads to Zwartkops Raceway

Gerald Beech, representing Algoa Motorsport Club, heads to Zwartkops Raceway for his first competitive race there in the Dunlop V8 Supercars, buoyed…

  • Brendan Kelly
Good range, refinement and performance make it a compelling city car.

BYD Dolphin Surf proves good EVs don’t have to cost a fortune

The sub-R400,000 electric hatch offers realistic range and useable performance

  • Denis Droppa
A classy vintage MG rolls on to the main arena at the Bathurst Showgrounds during the Bathurst Agricultural Show earlier this year. On September 26, classic and vintage car fans can enjoy a spectacular display of the best cars from across the province at the Port Alfred Country Club cricket field

Port Alfred revs up for motoring spectacle

Port Alfred Albany Vintage and Classic Motor Club has its foot on the accelerator as it sets the stage for Ndlambe’s biggest celebration yet of…

  • SUE MACLENNAN for Talk of the Town
Ferrari's British driver Lewis Hamilton drives a Lego F1 minicart during the drivers' parade ahead of the Formula One British Grand Prix at the Silverstone motor racing circuit in Silverstone, central England, on July 5 2026. Picture:

Hamilton aiming to equal Schumacher’s Belgian Grand Prix record, boost title hopes

McLaren aims to bounce back after disappointing home race at Silverstone

  • Herald Reporter
We put the range through off-road obstacles. Picture:

Subaru wants South African shoppers to ‘feel the love’

Subaru resists price wars and mass-market trends to stay true to its roots

  • Brenwin Naidu
KwaZulu-Natal’s Matthew “Maddy” Malan launches through the air during MX1 action and will be among the riders to watch when the National Motocross Championship arrives at Rover Raceway this weekend. Picture:

Rover Raceway set to roar as MX Nationals head to Eastern Cape

  • Brendan Kelly
The VW Grand Crafter fitted with longer-lasting batteries and solar panels. Picture:
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VW Grand Crafter California available with off-grid solar system

New LiFePO batteries boost off-grid endurance for long bush stays

  • Phuti Mpyane
The Jetour X70 has a punchier 1.5l turbo engine. Picture:
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Jetour boosts Dashing and X70 Plus with more powerful engine

Jetour's updated Dashing and X70 Plus SUVs now feature a 1.5l turbo engine

  • Motoring Staff
The Mitsubishi Triton range gets upgrades. Picture:

More powerful Mitsubishi Triton Bi-Turbo launched in SA

Mitsubishi Motors has added a new, more powerful model to its Triton bakkie range in South Africa.

  • Denis Droppa
The striking appearance is headlined by a large honeycomb grille.

Changan Uni-S offers strong value but there’s a frustrating flaw

Sharp looks and keen pricing, but throttle calibration takes the shine off

  • Denis Droppa
The Ignition TV Buyer's Guide team. Picture:

WATCH | Should you keep a 2014 BMW 320i with 260,000km on the clock?

Join the Ignition TV Buyer’s Guide team as they advise a viewer on whether he should keep a well-maintained but high-mileage BMW 320i for the daily…

  • Ignition TV
AutoTrader data showed a 33.4% year-on-year increase in sales during June 2026 for used Corolla Cross models.

Toyota Corolla Cross demand spills into used-car market

A total of 583 used models were sold through AutoTrader in June 2026, up from 437 units in the same month last year

  • Motoring Staff
An industry group says the complexity of Aarto threatens road safety reforms. File photo.

GAVIN KELLY | Is Aarto too complicated for its own good?

  • Gavin Kelly
Exterior highlights include BMW’s illuminated Iconic Kidney Glow grille and adaptive LED headlights. Picture:

BMW adds entry-level iX2 eDrive20 to South African lineup

Power comes from a single electric motor driving the front wheels, producing 150kW and 250Nm of torque

  • Motoring Staff