Jaguar Land Rover using aerospace technology to develop future lightweight vehicles 2020-10-22 Technology developed for aerospace is repurposed to accelerate Jaguar Land Rover’s testing and development programmes Jaguar Land Rover to take part in pioneering all-weather, all-terrain tests of new metals and composites add_circle_outline
Volvo Cars safety experts say: use technology to support drivers and reduce distraction 2020-10-22 The rise of smartphones and touchscreens inside cars has sparked a growing debate around the dangers of distraction behind the wheel. But Volvo Cars safety experts say that distraction is a fact of life, and that technology should be used to support people in their daily commute. add_circle_outline
MARK KEELING VICTORIOUS IN 2020 FORTUNER CHALLENGE 2020-10-22 Capetonian Mark Keeling (21) emerged as the winner of the action-packed 2020 Fortuner Challenge, after a tough competition held in searing Gauteng heat. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA AUTOMARK SALES ALREADY MATCHING PRE-COVID FIGURES 2020-10-22 The sale of pre-owned vehicles has been recovering at a faster rate compared to the retail of new models. In September, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) sold a total of 4 617 units through Automark add_circle_outline
UPDATED: LANDCRUISER PRADO POWERED UP WITH NEW 2.8 TURBO DIESEL ENGINE 2020-10-20 Toyota's popular Land Cruiser Prado has received a significant upgrade with more power and torque as well as new multimedia technologies.Higher outputs of 150kW and 500Nm from new 2.8-litre GD-6 turbo diesel engine Improved fuel consumption and engine efficiency add_circle_outline
TOYOTA GR YARIS MAKES ITS DYNAMIC DEBUT AT GOODWOOD SPEEDWEEK 2020-10-20 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) showcased the new GR Yaris and GR Supra*1 at the Goodwood SpeedWeek＊2, held from October 16 through 18, at the Goodwood Motor Circuit in England. add_circle_outline
The finalists: 2020/21 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards, powered by WesBank 2020-10-16 Leading online motoring portal Cars.co.za is proud to announce the 39 finalists of the 2020/21 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards – powered by WesBank. #CarsAwards add_circle_outline
Ford to Help Deliver One-Millionth Santa Shoebox this Year 2020-10-20 Ford continues its partnership with the Santa Shoebox Project with the spacious, load-hauling Ford Transit Each shoebox is filled with essential items and treats for underprivileged children Additional sanitising procedures put in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 add_circle_outline
High Performance Icon to Reach European Customers for the First Time as Ford Mustang Mach 1 Debuts at Goodwood 2020-10-16 Mustang Mach 1 is coming: Best-handling Mustang ever to reach Europe offers 460 PS and suite of performance enhancements for track-ready capability and on-road driving pleasure add_circle_outline
Jaguar XE: Updated with a fresh design and new connected technologies 2020-10-16 Always connected: Technologies include Jaguar’s latest Pivi Pro dual-sim infotainment and second-generation Activity Key Always up-to-date: Software-Over-The-Air capability ensures latest vehicle systems and infotainment are installed seamlessly and remotely add_circle_outline
Sport Elegance and Ease in the Urban Jungle with Nissan Qashqai Midnight Edition 2020-10-16 The new Nissan Qashqai Midnight Edition further enhances and simplifies city living, while at the same time beautifying the urban environment and adding more style, presence and personality. add_circle_outline
ServCity: a project making autonomous mobility a reality in the UK’s cities 2020-10-13 Collaborating with five partners, Nissan is to develop a blueprint and business model ServCity aims at deploying cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology in complex built-up environments. add_circle_outline
New Jaguar Land Rover noise cancellation tech helps reduce driver fatigue 2020-10-13 Active Road Noise Cancellation helps remove unwanted sounds from the cabin Reducing low-frequency noise exposure can help prevent driver fatigue on longer journeys Active Road Noise Cancellation measures wheel vibrations and plays back noise cancellation through in-car speakers add_circle_outline
Wading Through the Urban Jungle as the Rains set in 2020-10-13 Extra grip from the 4x4 system can be engaged electronically and on the move Always check your surroundings for the best route and drive through water slowly add_circle_outline
Carol Bouwer and the Jaguar F-TYPE - a fearless pairing 2020-10-13 Jaguar Land Rover South Africa has agreed to support the Mbokodo Awards, taking place on 4 December at Quoin Rock Estate in Cape Town, as official vehicle partner. Twelve vehicles will be supplied to chauffeur the nominees in each category on the day. add_circle_outline
LEXUS LC 500 WELCOMES A SPEC CHANGE 2020-10-08 It’s also very difficult to have a conversation about Lexus without talking about craftsmanship. The fine skills of Takumi craftspeople (responsible for ensuring that the required excellent quality is achieved) contribute to the high quality of every Lexus vehicle. add_circle_outline
New Toyota Hilux – Tougher, more advanced 2020-10-07 The model line-up and grade strategy has been revised in keeping with evolving market trends. The utility-focused S and SR models, complete with their original front façades, continue as before. The largest change is in the ‘mid-range’ where the SRX is replaced by the Raider. add_circle_outline
Re-orientation of the brand takes shape – Audi starts a new brand campaign 2020-10-06 “Future is an Attitude” is Audi’s communicative approach for future campaigns. Henrik Wenders, Senior Vice President Brand Audi: “By refining our brand strategy we give a contemporary definition to ‘Vorsprung’ and make ourselves ready for the future.” add_circle_outline
New Jaguar XF: Beautiful, luxurious, connected 2020-10-06 Introducing new XF: Enhanced exterior design, all-new beautifully crafted interiors, advanced connectivity and efficient engines New exterior: New front bumper, all-LED headlights, new grille and new rear bumper deliver a more assertive presence Beautiful interior: All-new interior features carefully selected, luxurious materials and exquisite details for a contemporary, calming occupant experience add_circle_outline
Jaguar and BAFTA award-winning film director join forces for new F-PACE film 2020-10-06 New F-PACE used by British BAFTA award-winning photographer, Rob Whitworth, to produce one of Jaguar’s most creative launch films Stunning first for Jaguar – highly innovative ‘flow motion’ technique has previously never been applied by an automotive brand add_circle_outline
Nissan RE-LEAF: Power when it’s needed, where it’s needed 2020-10-06 PARIS (Sept. 29, 2020) – Nissan today unveiled a 100% electric emergency response vehicle concept, designed to provide a mobile power supply following natural disasters or extreme weather. add_circle_outline
Suzuki sets new record, jumps to 6th place overall 2020-10-03 Suzuki Auto South Africa ended the third quarter on a high note. A very high one indeed, as it sold more cars overall and more cars through its dealer network than ever before. add_circle_outline
The new Audi A4: major upgrade now sportier and even more cutting edge 2020-10-03 Now fully connected with Audi connect technology and a new MMI touch display. Electrification with mild hybrid technology enhances comfort and drive efficiency. add_circle_outline
HILUX BUCKING THE TREND WITH MORE THAN 4 000 UNITS SOLD 2020-10-03 The local automotive market is barely out of the woods, due to the Coronavirus-induced economic slump, yet the Toyota Hilux sales are already matching pre-COVID-19 levels. Out of the 9 435 vehicles sold by Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) in September, a staggering 4 252 units donned the Hilux badge. add_circle_outline
Polo Vivo range gets a stylish special edition derivative 2020-09-30 Johannesburg – With 261 285 units sold since its market introduction in March 2010, the Volkswagen Polo Vivo hatch has been the best-selling passenger car model in South Africa for the past decade. add_circle_outline
The Z badge makes a comeback with the new Nissan Z-Proto 2020-09-25 “Although the Z-Proto is a global prototype sports car, we finally see that Nissan’s ambition to pioneer and refine the S30 to represent past references of Z,” said Kabelo Rabotho, marketing director at Nissan South Africa. add_circle_outline
Range Rover Velar electrifies with plug-in hybrid and state-of-the-art infotainment 2020-09-23 Velar: The new Range Rover Velar features pioneering new technology and hybrid electrification, continuing Range Rover’s 50-year history of innovation Electric: The Plug-In Hybrid Range Rover Velar ‘P400e’ offers customers impressive all-electric range of 53km* and CO2 emissions of 49g/km* for more efficient add_circle_outline
Toyota Starlet – A New Chapter for Toyota 2020-09-22 Joint ventures, mergers, acquisitions and cross-brand partnerships – these are the driving forces of an ever-increasing global market. add_circle_outline
More safety and peace of mind for Baleno buyers 2020-09-18 Suzuki Auto South Africa has crammed additional safety features together with its renowned mechanical warranty into its already jam-packed Baleno range. add_circle_outline
KIA Motors South Africa announces safety recall on select 2005 - 2009 Sorento and Sedona models 2020-09-15 Should the vehicle’s ABS warning light come on prior to the safety inspection being carried out, customers are encouraged to immediately park the vehicle and contact their nearest KIA Motors dealership (www.kia.co.za/dealerships). add_circle_outline
Volvo Cars reports 7.2 per cent global sales growth in August 2020-09-15 Volvo Cars maintained its sales momentum in August, with volumes up 7.2 per cent compared with the same period last year as Europe, China and the US all reported increasing sales. add_circle_outline
New Jaguar F-PACE: Luxurious, connected, electrified 2020-09-15 Introducing New F-PACE: Enhanced exterior design, an all-new interior, advanced connectivity and efficient electrified powertrain capability for the first time Enhanced exterior: New bonnet design, super-slim all-LED quad headlights, new grille, and new rear lights and bumper for a more assertive presence add_circle_outline
Mzansi Edge: Kingsley Holgate and the New Defender hit the road again 2020-09-15 Kingsley Holgate Foundation ready to put the new Land Rover Defender to the test during its latest Mzansi Edge Expedition A 70-day, 10,000km geographic and humanitarian journey to track the outline of South Africa, including extreme geographic points add_circle_outline
Maserati MC20 2020-09-11 More information on the design, racing plans, engine and production are available in the attached press release. South African release scheduled for early 2021. add_circle_outline
GR YARIS MAKES ITS JAPANESE DEBUT 2020-09-11 Based on the desire of master driver Morizo to "restore Toyota sports cars," the new GR Yaris was created as the first Toyota vehicle developed with the reversed concept of turning a motorsports car into a production car. add_circle_outline
Audi and Wayde van Niekerk release an inspiring #Lane8 campaign 2020-09-11 The #Lane8 campaign looks back to Wayde’s 2016 Olympics win from the notoriously challenging, eighth lane in the 400 metres sprint. The campaign messaging metaphorically encourages an attitude of breaking through hardship and challenge, to inspire and encourage an outlook of optimism. add_circle_outline
Uber allies with Renault and Nissan to electrify journeys in Europe 2020-09-10 Renault and Nissan, within their Alliance, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Uber with the aim of electrifying its customers’ journeys in Europe.Renault, Nissan and Uber to explore partnership in strategic European countries add_circle_outline
The Maserati White Book 2020-09-11 Modena - For Maserati, this is the start of a new Era. The Trident brand takes centre stage with revolutionary new cars, innovations and projects: for the Brand, the focus is strongly on the future. add_circle_outline
Nissan celebrates production of the 500,000th LEAF 2020-09-10 LEAF globally have supported drivers towards a more sustainable society, with over 14.8 billion clean-air kilometers driven since 2010[1] As a mass-market electric vehicle pioneer, Nissan has more than a decade of rich expertise in development and production add_circle_outline
Volkswagen’s Amarok Double Cab bakkie gets a power boost 2020-09-10 Johannesburg – In the last quarter of 2020, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be introducing its most powerful bakkie yet, the Amarok Double Cab with 190kW of power. New 3.0-litre V6 TDI with 190kW power output added to the model line-up add_circle_outline
About the Volkswagen brand: “We make the future real” 2020-09-10 The Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand is present in more than 150 markets throughout the world and produces vehicles at over 50 locations in 14 countries. In 2018, Volkswagen delivered 6.24 million vehicles including bestselling models such as the Golf, Tiguan, Jetta or Passat. Currently, 198,000 people work for Volkswagen across the globe. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA LEADS LOCAL CAR SALES IN AUGUST 2020-09-02 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) reported sales of 7 743 vehicles in August 2020, an increase of 279 units compared to the previous month of July. It was again the Toyota Hilux that spearheaded the company’s local sales with an enviable total of 3 610 units sold. add_circle_outline
Compact crossover with athletic elegance: The all-new Audi Q3 Sportback 2020-09-02 This engine is an additional offering within the Q3 model range since its launch in August 2019. In this model, the quattro all-wheel drive takes on the job of force transmission as standard and thereby makes for a more dynamic and stable drive. add_circle_outline
Arrive in Style with the New Nissan Patrol 2020-09-02 Nissan’s flagship 4x4 line-up is steeped in tradition and heritage, preparing to celebrate its 70th anniversary next year. The new Patrol continues its legacy as a hero of all terrain. add_circle_outline