From donkey to dune bug

The beloved old beach buggy turned 60 last year. We take a look at its history... and its possible future.

Bushveld lad

Ford must have had Drive & Camp readers in mind when they built the Ranger Tremor because it has everything we want – without the unnecessary gadgets that push up the price.

Carry me, tow me

The Obiqua is a rare example of an off-road trailer that can transform into a camper shell and sleeps up to four people.

Tankwa down the road

The R355 is South Africa's longest uninterrupted gravel road one that isn’t crossed by any other road. It's a delightful indulgence to set aside a few hours and drive it from end to end.

The new Tuff Cats cub

The Katsi, Tuff Cats’fourth and latest model, is a basic trailer that can easily transform into various camping setups, says Leon Botha.

Serenity served with a side of wild

Many people believe the best balm for the soul is camping by the water or in the bush. Why not have both at these two campsites in KwaZulu-Natal?

From Ingolstadt, with Love

The Audi Q7 recently underwent a second facelift. Cyril Klopper explores what's new.

Along Namibia's coast

Discover the freedom of the open road as you journey from LUderitz on Namibia's southern coast to Torra Bay in the north, en route to Kaokoland.

A father a son and South Africa's borderland

Few things are better for a father-and-son relationship than a trip all around South Africa, says Kobus Boshoff from Modimolle.

Compact, with attitude

The Viking is Adventure Xtreme's newest baby ready for your next dirt road adventure.

Bushy gets a shiny new inner

The Bushy Rhino now boasts a body made of stainless steel. But that's not all, says Leon Botha.

Big in Japan

The new Mitsubishi Triton is finally here, ready to take on its competitors in the South African market

The pinch of the pump

In a time where every penny counts, you should be cautious about where to spend it, says Neels van Heerden.

Is the Jimny suitable for overlanding?

He has a theory on whether the Suzuki Jimny is suitable for overlanding, but he is also about to find out for himself, says Mic van Zyl.

Klein-Kariba chronicles

His family has camped so often at ATKV Klein-Kariba that they now consider this popular resort their holiday home, says Roelof van Eeden of Witbank.

So ugly it's cute

Longing for the good old days when vehicles took inspiration from aircraft? Citroën has the compact mobile home just for you.

WHO'S THE BAKKIE KING?

Eight brands, seven categories... and one overall winner. We find out which double-cab bakkie performs best when towing a caravan and off-roading.

Viva, Amarokoroko!

We take a spin through the Western Cape's Cederberg to See if the Ford-built Volkswagen Amarok retains its poshness.

Hook, line and tune

That exhilarating rush you feel when something tugs at your hook and races away with your line is what perpetually draws him back to the angler's paradise, says singer Bok van Blerk.

Discover Dinokeng: beyond the Big Five

The Dinokeng Big Five Reserve is a favourite for weekend getaways, but just past its borders lies an untapped haven waiting to be explored.

Life's a farm in Bonnievale!

Bonnievale presents a unique setting where kids, camping and church come together for a unique family holiday.

Into the heart of the Cederberg

From Duiwelsgat to Heuningvlei, from Wupperthal to the Biedouw Valley. Drive through a world where poet Boerneef's mountain goose sheds a feather and author Jan Rabie's dreamland begins.

A Landie for a lord

Are you still yearning for the original Land Rover? The good news is that a limited stock has recently been made available, but it is highly unlikely that you'll get your hands on one, unless you are a member of the landed gentry.

Help preserve our natural splendour

If you've ever found yourself shaking your head at the condition of various provincial reserves in our country and would like to do something about it, Neels van Heerden has some advice for you.

Double check those dual batteries

If you’re contemplating a dual-battery and management system installation, shop around and get as many opinions as possible,

Charm at half price

For just over half a million rand, the Mahindra XUV700 AX7L offers a lot more car than you'd expect. Let's see how it performs when towing a caravan.

Rhinestone cowboy

We spent a week roving through the Baviaanskloof and Addo Elephant National Park in the fifth generation Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland.

Mountain goat or school runner?

Ford asserts its Everest is leaving the Fortuner category to compete with luxury sports utility vehicles such as the Prado. We examine this claim by getting behind the wheel of its latest model.

A fortunate Fortuner

If you've ever wondered what an all-in-one, ready-to-camp vehicle looks like, Jacques Bekker from Bellville owns a great example.

Addo calling

Addo Elephant National Park is popular for a reason: encountering an ellie is highly likely. Here's what you can expect in a small section of this well liked reserve.