VW Scirocco GLi (1980-1982)

Before the Mk1 was revealed, the Scirocco was the vehicle of choice for Volkswagen fans

Lekker, China!

"Enjoy your first class”. We know the propensity for hyperbole in advertising. We may be sceptical of such a bold statement by a Chinese brand but times have changed

Peak 911

Porsche's most elemental 911 traces its ancestry back to the 1973 911 Carrera RS. But how does a modern manufacturer keep the racing essence and still satisfy the suits in Brussels? Cue the latest GT3: feral but with manners

Emissions

Some argue that committing to an EV-only future is premature. They highlight the human and environmental cost of mining some of the metals required for EV batteries, as well as the high carbon emissions of EV production and electricity generation in many markets. Confused? We investigate and explain...

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon

Mazda's 1991 Le Mans victory is a fairy tale of fortitude and fortuitousness. Against the superpowers of sportscars, they stood no chance... allegedly

Style over substance

Offering fashionable SUV-inspired looks and decent value for money, how has our Kiger long-termer held up after a half-year test?

THE INNOVATORS

First production car with driver and passenger airbags

Renault's Comeback Kid

After numerous delays, the Renault Clio V has finally launched on local soil. Was it worth the wait?

Pioneer spirit

Is this Insta-worthy Ford Ranger Stormtrak the bee's knees? We report back after a six-month test

RACE ON SUNDAY, SELL ON MONDAY

In the Seventies, South Africa was one of Alfa Romeo's most important markets outside of Italy. The Berlina 2000 was both successful in sales and on the racetrack

One-litre wonder

In this age of fashionable SUVs and crossovers, can a compact hatchback still function as a one-size-fits-all daily runabout?

Once in a Lifetime

CAR's first issue was published in 1957. That same year, the Lazarus Motor Company was formed. To commemorate this momentous anniversary, we've gathered three very special Blue Ovals for their first-ever run together on South African soil

On the Charge

With 30 new electric models, Toyota is going all-in on electric, targeting 3.5 million BEV sales by 2030

Renault Koleos 2,5 Dynamique CVT

Renault has been doing a roaring trade in the small budget cars segment of late ... How will the upmarket Koleos be received?

Honda Fit 1,5 DOHC i-MMD e-CVT Hybrid

Honda has become known as a pioneer of hybrid technology and the latest Fit e:HEV hopes to benefit from that reputation

Somebody Call 911

This Mercedes-Benz "Ponton" ambulance has been meticulously restored over several years. We take it for a drive outside Bloemfontein

The Beginning of O

We are used to Peugeot using O in its model range but where did the story begin? As part of our 65-year celebration of CAR, we drive the first of these models, the 201 Saloon

Tough Love

The new Land Cruiser becomes more civilized while staying true to its roots

BMW 520d Steptronic

We find ourselves developing a superiority complex in the latest BMW 5 Series

Toyota Corolla Cross 1,8 Hybrid XS CVT

With the fuel price skyrocketing, a compact, hybrid SUV couldn't come at a better time for Toyota. But that's not the only reason it deserves your attention

A New Port of Call

"On the ventricled roads of the Cape, we get to grips with Ferrari’s latest open-top grand-touring weapon, the sharper and more agile Portofino M"

KEEPING IT COOL

We investigate the function of modern vehicle cooling systems and their role in ensuring reliability and operating efficiency

Striving for reduced emissions

Enthusiasts focus on tailpipe number, appearance and exhaust acoustics, often with little thought given to their critical role in meeting emission targets. We investigate the function of the exhaust gas treatment components to achieve reduced emissions

THE END OF AN ERA

More than 50 years ag o, Frank Williams started with nothing in F1 and eventually led his charges to multiple w orld titles. We remember the last of the gre at team principals

Subcontinental skirmish

Compact crossovers, tall-ridinghatchbacks, budget SUVs;whatever you choose to callthem, they are here to stay. Weevaluate the latest quartet

RANGING AHEAD

The new Ford Ranger is one of the most eagerly anticipated releases in recent years and we got the inside line on what to expect

Softly-softly sedan

Lexus’ spacious hybrid sedan gets the subtlest of mid-cycle nip-and-tuck treatments

Grand in all but name

Don’t be confused by the model designation. A car that is this gorgeous, practical and great to drive is hard to fault

Giallo Modena

An 812 Superfast with more power and less weight? There's a little more to the Competizione than that

Backing up the sport

Audi has breathed new life into the Q5 range with a mid-cycle update and an all-new coupé-esque Sportback body style