The Long Way Home: Our Top Three SUVs to Consider in 2026
There’s a particular kind of silence that settles over the bushveld just before sunset. The air cools, the dust hangs golden and somewhere in the distance a fish eagle calls across a dam fringed with fever trees. It’s in moments like these that South Africans remember why we drive the vehicles we do. In 2026, three new SUVs – the iCAUR 03T, Mitsubishi Destinator and LEPAS L4 – arrive on local soil with a shared promise: to take families, explorers and urban adventurers further, more comfortably and with greater confidence than ever before.
Speed, Smoke and Reinvention: Inside The Scuderia Ferrari and PMI Partnership
Arriving in this small Italian town feels less like stepping into a destination and more like entering a living engine room of excellence. Everything pulses in Ferrari red. This is the birthplace of icons. The cathedral of combustion. The spiritual home of Scuderia Ferrari. But this visit was not only about heritage. It was about evolution – and the renewed partnership between Philip Morris International (PMI) and Scuderia Ferrari that is entering a new chapter in 2026.
Scoot and the City: Getting Around Jozi on Two Wheels
They say that necessity is the mother of all invention, and when it dawned on the author that his daily commute involved no highway or byway driving, the thought of the humble scooter crossed his mind.
“It’s red, like a Ferrari,” was the reaction from the publisher of Hello Lifestyle Magazine when I scooted down the driveway, arriving at the office on my latest mode of transport, the 150cc Big Boy Scooter on loan to us for a long-term test.
Life-Size LEGO F1 Car Owns South Africa’s Roads
Advertisement Biggest Unboxing Ever Coming to your City Share this article A masterpiece of precision, imagination and engineering has officially touched down in South Africa. LEGO® South Africa has brought in its largest life-size build ever showcased in the country: a full-scale LEGO® Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance car, constructed from an extraordinary 192,937 […]
History Made as Volvo EX30 Cross Country Conquers Sani Pass
In a defining moment for electric mobility, Volvo Car South Africa has made history. The Volvo EX30 Cross Country has become the first fully electric vehicle (BEV) to conquer Sani Pass, South Africa’s most legendary and demanding mountain route.
Newmark Hotels & Reserves and Marvel Tours Unveil New Luxury Fleet
Marvel Tours, the exclusive tour and transfer division of Newmark Hotels & Reserves, has announced the launch of its new fleet of luxury vehicles, marking an exciting step forward for the brand as it expands further into the high-end touring market.
Space for Every Journey, Every Adventure and Every Kind of Fun
Advertisement The Toyota Starlet has all the style and features you need to follow your fun Share this article Fall in love with the beauty of South Africa all over again from the comfort of this stylish hatchback. Whether your perfect outing is a slick city hangout, a kloofing adrenaline rush in the Magaliesberg, spotting […]
Switch Up Your Life: Sip, Win, and Drive into 2026 with an OMODA C7
Switch Energy Drink has teamed up with OMODA to launch Switch Up Your Life, where you have the chance to WIN 1 of 20 OMODA C7s.
Festival of Motoring: SunBet ZX-10 Masters Cup Drives the Weekend on Two Wheels
The roar of engines, the scent of petrol, and the rush of adrenaline filled Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit as the Festival of Motoring 2025 revved into Johannesburg from 29–31 August. Now in its ninth year, Africa’s largest motoring celebration brought together automotive innovation, lifestyle experiences, and high-octane thrills for enthusiasts and families alike. With over […]
The EV Revolution: The Road Ahead is Electric & It’s Rolling on Michelin Primacy 5s
Advertisement South Africans are beginning to feel the throb of the electric vehicle (EV) revolution and although our local economy’s not quite in top gear, one thing is certain: the wheels are turning. Share this article The appeal is undeniable. EVs are quieter, cleaner and cheaper to drive than their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts. […]
Dream Raffle 2025: Drive Away in Style While Changing Lives
Imagine sliding behind the wheel of a brand-new Jetour X70 Plus Momentum SUV — sleek, spacious, and ready for adventure — all while knowing your good fortune is helping make a child’s dream come true. Well, that’s the magic of this year’s Dream Raffle, proudly presented by Reach For A Dream in partnership with Jetour […]
5 Futuristic Cars You Need in the Present
You know when they said by 2025 we would have flying cars? Well, we are not quite there but there are a few futuristic cars you need right now. Here are our top 5 cars that are leading the way to a technology-driven automotive sector in the next few years! 1. MINI JCW Countryman 2025 […]
Botswana Bound: Testing The Power & Play of the ISUZU D-Max
Advertorial Sunrise had just cracked the horizon when we piled into the ISUZU D-Max, packed to the brim, and started the five-hour drive towards the South Africa/Botswana border. Cruising along the N4, we blazoned past other cars, feeling as if we were on top of the world in our high-ride suspension double cab. As we […]
Rev Up Father’s Day with Race Day Events’ Supercar Experience
Instead of another tech gadget, whiskey set, or pair of novelty socks, gift your dad the keys to a supercar! Race Day Events offers an experience like no other, complete with torque, tyres and thrill. Race Day Events: Driving Dreams Come True Based at Stoneridge Centre in Modderfontein, Race Day Events brings a unique experience […]
Holy Moly! Our Top 5 Cars That Handle Potholes Like A Pro
It is no secret that South Africa’s roads are falling apart. With a big hole here and a big hole there, there are suddenly potholes everywhere. Urban cars that handle potholes like a pro are needed now more than ever. Here are our top five recommended cars that laugh when they see a pothole coming. […]
ISUZU’s Luxury Collection Struts the SAFW SS25 Runway
Tiger Blue, Rubicon and Thabo Makhetha were the stars of Isuzu’s Luxury Collection at South Africa Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2025. The theme of Quiet Luxury was represented perfectly, with casual and formal garments reflecting style and sophistication whilst still remaining functional. We asked ISUZU’s Marketing Executive, Ziphindiwe, about the synergy between fashion and motoring, and […]
Ford Everest Platinum: The Ultimate Family Road Trip Companion
Long road trips with the family often mean compromise. Some sacrifice comfort, others wrestle with storage and many settle for average in-car entertainment. But, the new Ford Everest Platinum flips the script, offering a seamless fusion of luxury, technology and adventure-ready capability. Technology That Keeps You Connected At the heart of the Everest Platinum is […]
BYD Launches 3 New Hybrid & Electric Vehicles in SA
The ocean crashes onto land with Build Your Dreams’ (BYD) latest vehicle models launching in South Africa. These include their hybrid bakkie, Shark 6 and SUV Sealion 7, as well as their new all-electric Sealion 7. BYD is changing the face of new electric vehicles in the country, with a focus on making the planet […]
New MINI JCW Countryman Review: More Mischief, More Magic
There it stood in all its glory: A magnificent red beast looking as sleek and luxurious as ever. Seeing the new MINI John Cooper Works (JCW) Countryman was love at first sight. The MINI logo lit up the road below as we opened the driver’s door. The circular screen swirled to life while the backlights […]
Range Rover Sports SV EDITION TWO Rev Up The Roads
Just 23 of the new Range Rover Sport SV EDITION TWO cars have been made available in South Africa. With upgraded performance models, increased stopping power, immaculate exteriors and interiors and a newfound sporting attitude, it is a showstopper. Irene Kakooza, Brand Director at Range Rover, says: “With its combination of unmatched performance, class-leading refinement and […]
Louis Vuitton Becomes Official Partner of Formula 1
The worlds of fashion and motorsport collide in an epic partnership between Louis Vuitton and Formula 1. With a 10-year agreement, the fashion house is now being placed at the heart of motorsports for the foreseeable future. Victory Travels in Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton and Formula 1 first intersected when the LVMH Group became the […]
ISUZU mu-X: The Ultimate Road Trip Partner for Family Adventures
As we stood watching three giraffes nearing the waterhole, waiting for them to slowly bend down in their unusual way to quench their thirst, a snake sneakily slipped past us mere metres away. Its proximity nudged us into the sweet realisation that finally, we were in the bush. Submerged in nature, life seemed to move […]
Voting Volvo EX30 for Car of the Year 2025?
Seventeen cars have recently been listed as finalists for the SA Car of the Year (COTY) 2025 Awards, with the Volvo EX30 being the only fully electric vehicle in the line-up. While Old Mutual Insurance sponsors the award, the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) organises the event. And, the 39th edition of the […]
13 Car Accessories You Simply Must Have
Whether you are road-tripping or simply driving to work and back everyday, your car becomes your home for a substantial period of time. Statista revealed 38% of South Africans spend 15 to 29 minutes in their car daily while 28% spend between 30 and 59 minutes. Overall, this is a lot of time to spend […]
