Month: September 2025

Yangwang U9 Xtreme dominates World Top-Speed Record for Production Cars

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On 14 September 2025, automotive history was rewritten when the Yangwang U9 Xtreme (also called U9X) set a new global top-speed record for production cars, reaching a blistering 496.22 km/h (308.4 mph) at the ATP Papenburg high-speed oval test track in Germany. This feat not only crowns the U9 Xtreme the fastest production car ever, but also marks a major milestone for electric vehicles. What Makes the U9 Xtreme Special Here are the key technical upgrades and features that enabled this hypercar to break prior records: Feature Detail Powertrain Four…

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Most Fuel-Efficient Cars in South Africa (Save on Petrol in 2025)

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With petrol prices constantly on the rise in South Africa, fuel efficiency has become one of the most important factors for car buyers in 2025. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a daily commuter, or simply want to reduce your running costs, choosing the right vehicle can make a massive difference to your monthly budget. In this guide, we look at the most fuel-efficient cars in South Africa for 2025, covering affordable hatchbacks, reliable sedans, and even a few hybrid and electric options that help you save big at the pump.…

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Best New Cars Under R250,000 in South Africa (2025)

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Buying cars under 250k South Africa can feel overwhelming — balancing affordability, reliability, and fuel efficiency isn’t easy. In this guide, we cover the best new and used cars under 250k for 2025, helping you make a smart choice without breaking the bank. If your budget is under R250,000, you’ll be glad to know there are still excellent options on the market in 2025. From brand-new entry-level models to reliable second-hand favourites, here’s our guide to the best cars under R250k in South Africa right now. 1. Suzuki S-Presso Price:…

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Review 80 Series Land Cruiser, does it really live up to the hype?

Michael Chiffey Jnr
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We all know that fashion trends always come around full circle, one day skinny jeans are cool, the next day everybody is wearing baggy jeans two sizes too big. Same with sunglasses, nobody could pull off Aviators 10 years ago. Now they’re back in fashion and we can all look like Maverick again. Watches follow the same trend too, Casio sells more 90’s designed watches today than they ever did in the 1990’s. So, are 90’s trends making a come back? Does that mean that 90’s cars are cool again?…

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FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF SOUTHERN AFRICA – SAFETY RECALL NOTICE

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Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has initiated a safety recall affecting certain 2025 and 2026 Ford Ranger vehicles. Reason for RecallFMCSA has identified a potential issue in which the brake boost feature may be lost. In affected vehicles, customers could experience: A change in brake pedal feel or travel Increased effort required to brake Extended stopping distances, which may raise the risk of an accident If this occurs, the vehicle will alert the driver by activating the ABS, ESC, and brake warning lights, displaying messages on the instrument…

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The all new Audi A5 Sedan delivers a dynamic reinterpretation of modern Audi design

Ray Stewart
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Over the last decade auto manufacturers have increased the amount of SUV model types they build and sell, and have reduced the amount of sedan body types they manufacture, driven by market forces which dictate todays consumer would rather have a modern SUV body shape rather than the old fashioned sedan. One good example of this is the South African BMW plant which stopped building the 3 series sedans a few years ago, and now only manufacture the X3 SUV. All that said, Audi has just launched its all new…

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