CAR South Africa - June 2024

In this issue

Packed with great motoring consumer advice, stunning photography, road tests and side-by-side comparisons of the latest car models as well as fascinating features on the people and places behind the great marques, CAR is the definitive package for prospective buyers as well as enthusiasts, and still by far the biggest motoring magazine in South Africa.

HELLO JUNIOR

Alfa Romeo reinforces its commitment to both EV motoring and a more SUVled future with the unveiling of its entry-level Junior

2 mins

CROSSOVER COUTURE

Opel has revived the Frontera nameplate once attached to its rugged Isuzu Frontier-based SUV from the 1990s and attached it to a stylish looking crossover set to arrive here next year.

1 min

GLASS AND A HALF

Often taken for granted, the role that your windscreen plays within the packaging of your vehicle has never been more significant. We explore its evolution, as well as why this sheet of glass is so important.

3 mins

KLASSE CAPTAIN

The sister car to the sedan unveiled at the 2023 IAA Mobility Show, BMW’s Vision Neue Klasse X concept has a significant role to play in the evolution of one of the brand’s best-selling product lines.

4 mins

Savvy selection

The updated Kia Seltos introduces family-familiar styling and a more sophisticated interior than before, but that turbodiesel engine may be its most compelling Feature

3 mins

We've been X-pecting you

The new X-Rider models up the appeal of Isuzu's rugged D-Max while focusing on value

3 mins

Levelling up

Audi South Africa's expanded portfolio of special-edition models aims to combine the most popular specification requests into individual packages

3 mins

TOURING de FORCE

First unveiled at the 1967 Paris Motor Show as a replacement for the stunning Ferrari 330 GT 2+2, the 365 GT is about as accomplished a long distance tourer as you could wish for

4 mins

Niche knacks

They are about as deep in the crossover niche as it's possible to mine, but the Ford Puma and Volkswagen's Taigo are more closely matched than you'd think...

8 mins

Volvo EX30 Ultra Twin Motor Performance

Volvo's all-electric ambitions have been bolstered by the arrival of a new entry level model. Is the EX30 the model to change local opinion of EV motoring?

4 mins

Mercedes-Benz GLE 450d Coupé 4Matic

A fresh face with the sleeker coupé roofline lifts the GLE's appeal, especially in 450d guise

3 mins

Ford Ranger 3.0TD V6 Platinum 4WD

The.battle for double-cab supremacy continues, with Ford’s luxurious new Ranger Platinum appealing to the lifestyle-oriented buyer

3 mins

FINAL FLING

Targeting his record eighth title, Lewis Hamilton will ditch his long-time Mercedes team for a Ferrari seat from 2025 onwards.

5 mins

SATISFACTION TO SORROW

Like the undulations from one side of the Kyalami's Mineshaft to the other, motorsport can deliver spectacular highs and petrifying lows.

2 mins

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CAR South Africa Magazine Description:

CAR is Southern Africa’s leading automotive-interest magazine – and has been since 1957. It’s aimed at petrol-heads of all ages looking for, expert reviews, road tests, driving impressions of the latest models available and great motoring content from the country’s leading motoring journalists.