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2020 Porsche ‘Mission E’ electric car spy shots

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Porsche confirmed in 2015 to put into production an electric car based on its Mission E concept unveiled at that year’s Frankfurt auto show. Today we bring you the first spy shots of a test mule for the car, spotted undergoing cold-weather testing near the Arctic Circle. The test mule is using the modified body of a second-generation Panamera but there are a handful of clues that reveal the true identity. You’ll immediately notice that the test mule is somewhat taller than the Panamera. This is due to the flat…

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Samsung’s New EV Battery Will Have A Range Of 600 Kms And Can Be Fully Charged In Just 20 Minutes

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Electric cars, we all know how we South Africans resist in buying one, because of two things – infrastructure and of course range anxiety. The race to manufacture a battery with the highest range is actually on right now but there’s another battle to be won; which one will charge up the fastest. Well, Samsung wants to alleviate all these worries with the introduction of its latest battery technology. It says by that by the end of 2020, the “next generation” of Samsung’s lithium ion battery technology will be available…

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Ferrari J50 might be ‘blueprint’ for brand’s future design

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Ferrari’s [NYSE:RACE] Special Projects division has built a bespoke supercar to mark the 50th anniversary of the Italian marque’s sales in Japan. You’ll recall Ferrari did something similar in 2014 to mark 60 years of sales in the United States. The Japanese special is the J50 which Ferrari has confirmed will be built in a limited run of just 10 examples. Last week the car made its debut at the Ferrari 50 Year in Japan Anniversary Finale held at Tokyo’s New National Art Museum. The J50, which is based on…

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There’s a new mystery Ferrari and it’s packing V-12 heat

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There’s a new special Ferrari that’s getting ready to set the world abuzz with high-revving fervor. This won’t be a V-8 buzz mind you, and it probably won’t be the sort of buzz that breathes through a pair of turbochargers. This is the sort of buzz that only twelve cylinders can create, especially when they’re packaged in a vehicle that looks to be about the size and shape of the Ferrari 458 or 488 GTB. According to our friends at Motor1, the mystery Ferrari popped up on the automotive radar…

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After record 2015, McLaren doubles sales in 2016

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McLaren Automotive, the road car division of the McLaren Technology Group, is on a tear. Over the course of 2016, the company managed to double the number of cars it sold in the previous year, with the tally coming in at 3,286 cars. That compares with 1,654 cars in 2015, which was a record year. McLaren also reached the milestone of building its 10,000th, shown here alongside CEO Mike Flewitt. It’s appropriate that the 10,000th car, a Ceramic Gray 570S completed on December 15, is a member of the Sports…

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BMW M550i xDrive is the quickest 5 Series Yet!

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Launched in October 2016, the new-generation BMW 5 Series is so fresh that SA dealerships are barely getting the 530i and 540i models in the first half of 2017. Fortunately, these aren’t the only versions we’ll be able to buy in South Africa and BMW has just introduced the upcoming iterations at the 2017 Detroit Auto Show. The bad news is that the M5 isn’t here yet, but there is some good news in the 5 Series wearing the M550i xDrive badge. The second model showcased at the Cobo Center…

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Infiniti Is Ready To Rumble In The EV Sports Car Market

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Infiniti is not going to be confused as a serious mover and shaker in the premium market, at least in the way Mercedes, BMW, and Audi are treated. However, Nissan’s upscale brand did make some strong gains in 2016 when it delivered more than 230,000 vehicles for the entire year. Not only was that number up seven percent compared to its total in 2015, it also represented a new sales record for the company. So with bright and sunny days seemingly ahead for Infiniti, now appears to be a good…

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Prepare Your Checkbooks If You Want To Get The Final Production Ferrari LaFerrari

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Ferrari CEO Sergio Marchionne announced last September that the Italian automaker was building a 500th example of the Ferrari LaFerrari that would eventually be auctioned off to benefit the victims of the massive earthquake that devastated Central Italy. No details were given then on the when and where of the auction, but now, the information’s out. The 500th and last production Ferrari LaFerrari will auctioned off by RM Sotheby’s on December 3 during the Ferrari Finali Mondialia event at the Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida. The event is…

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Triumph unveil brand new Street Triple with 765cc motor

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Hinckley firm Triumph launched its new Street Triple today, at a flash event in London’s Olympic Park. The new bike uses a heavily-updated version of the old 675cc three-cylinder 12v engine, in a revamped chassis, with all-new running gear, electronic aids and styling. And the new bike comes in three different versions – a base S model, a flasher R, and the top-of-the-line RS. The base bike has less power, 111bhp compared with 116bhp for the R and 121bhp for the RS, and a lower spec chassis and equipment. The new engine is…

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New Mercedes-AMG GT C Coupe joins the range in Detroit

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Racier new Mercedes GT C Coupe follows on from GT C Roadster, while regular AMG GT range also receives upgrades for 2017 Mercedes has once again broadened its AMG GT family with this, the AMG GT C Coupe. Joining the GT C Roadster unveiled last year, it’s a halfway house between the regular GT S and the track-focused GT R. At the same time the rest of the Porsche 911 rival’s range has been updated for 2017, too. The Mercedes-AMG GT C Coupe will launch later this year, initially in a…

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Tesla Model S set to race in Electric GT Championship 2017

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A NEW modified Tesla Model S will race in the electric GT Championship 2017. By Luke John Smith Fans of motorsport are set to be in for a treat at the Electric GT Championships.Tesla will debut in their first ever race at the EGT in February next year.They have put forward a modified Tesla Model S P85+ race machine that will be on display in Hall 6 on Stand 6250. The Model S P85+ will become the first-ever fully-electric GT car.With the unmodified Model S able to deliver 0-60mph at…

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2018 Mercedes-AMG E63 S first drive: It’s … complicated

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Mercedes’ AMG E astounds with power, confounds with tech It’s a simple process: enabling drift mode on the 2018 Mercedes-AMG 4Matic E63 S, that is. First, you grab the chrome drive mode rocker switch and click it down into race, which quickens shifts, steering and throttle application. Then you hold the traction-control button for a few seconds to turn the system completely off. After that, you hit the M button for manual mode, grab both wheel-mounted shift paddles and pull back. The twin 12.3-inch dash/gauge cluster/infotainment screens will ask you if…

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Breaking news: Nico Rosberg announces retirement from Formula 1

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Newly crowned F1 champion quits sport, saying he’s reached his goals Nico Rosberg has announced his retirement from Formula 1 just days after claiming his maiden world championship title. Making the shocking announcement via his official Facebook page, the 31-year-old Rosberg said, “Since 25 years in racing, it has been my dream, my ‘one thing’ to become Formula 1 world champion. Through the hard work, the pain, the sacrifices, this has been my target and now I’ve made it. I have climbed my mountain, I am on the peak, so…

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The new Ariel Ace R – 201bhp but with a big price tag

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Ariel have announced the full specifications of the Ace R and while the performance has shot up dramatically, so has the price Ariel first announced the Ace two years ago and they have produced 50 to date – the Ace R however will be much more exclusive as only 10 are to be made and sold. Ariel say the knowledge they have gained in the production of the Ace has helped them push the boundaries for the Ace R. Engine At the core of the Ace R is a tuned…

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Honda Rebel unveiled – A2 friendly bobber

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  Honda have unveiled the Rebel – a bobber aimed at younger riders with an A2-friendly 471cc parallel twin The Honda Rebel is a whole new model targeting a whole new demographic. The Rebel is aimed at riders in Generation Y – those who have grown up in the digital age and for who motorcycles are more than just transport. The Rebel concept was born in the USA, where big cruisers are popular but have not captured the imagination of younger riders. The beating heart of the Rebel is a…

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Air Force Inspired Lamborghini Huracan Avio

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Lamborghini has unveiled the Air Force inspired limited edition Lamborghini Huracan LP610-4 Avio in Geneva today. This car will be available in five different exterior colour options named after coat of arms in the Italian Air Force – Ble Grifo, Grigio Falco, Grigio Vulcano, Grigio Nibbio and Verde Turbine. The exterior will also feature Air Force livery along with matte stripes in contrasting white or grey. Inspired by the rich history of aeronautical engineering of Italian Air force, the Hurcan Avio comes with a dedicated colour palette and a new…

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Jeep Grand Cherokee used review | 2011 – 2014

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What we like Capable off-road Powerful engines for towing Large and practical interior What we don’t Frequent and expensive servicing None of the engine options are economical Some reliability issues Graham Smith road tests and reviews the 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee as a used buy. The Jeep’s distinctive grille, dating back to WWII, is hard to ignore. One of the most popular models to sport the seven-bar grille on our roads was the big, attractively styled WK Grand Cherokee launched here in 2011. There was plenty…

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Audi A4 used review | 2005 – 2016

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What we like Excellent build quality Available in many body styles An engine for every taste What we don’t Small inside Understeer on earlier models Repairs can be expensive Ewan Kennedy road tests and reviews the 2005, 2007, 2011 and 2014 Audi A4 as a used buy. A major player in the trio of prestigious German cars Audi has become very strong in South Africa in recent times. The Audi A4 is a midrange model that’s sold as a sedan, a two-door cabriolet and an Avant station wagon. A further…

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Prior Design Rolls out PD600M Widebody kit for Porsche Macan

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Prior Design has officially released details of a new widebody kit for the Porsche Macan, dubbed as PD600M. Porsche has been known as a sports car company and its compact crossover Macan SUV has single handedly lifted Porsche’s sales since it was launched in the market. The Macan and Cayenne SUV, both count for about 60 percent of total sales of Porsche. These figures are not surprising as the SUV crossovers are the choice of  personal expression for most of the buyers. The Porsche Macan is a brilliant off-roader SUV,…

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Vorsteiner Porsche Cayman GT4

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Vorsteiner has introduced the carbon fibre aero kit for the Porsche Cayman GT4, and the GT4 with this new aero kit looks absolutely stunning. The aftermarket tuning company Vorsteiner is known for its forged alloy wheels and carbon body kits for a whole host of top marques that include Lamborghini, Ferrari, McLaren, Porsche, BMW, Audi, Range Rover and Mercedes. The Porsche Cayman GT4 is a performance focused version of Cayman, and comes with a 3.8-litre flat six engine borrowed from 911 Carrera S. A 3.8-litre Powerkit delivers 385hp (at 7000…

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