For their 75th birthday, Porsche decided to give itself a gift in the form of a hypercar concept called Mission X. The stunning Mission X is an electric hypercar concept that previews a potential successor model to the Carrera GT and 918 Spyder and has a clear goal in mind of being the fastest production car ever around the Nurburgring. The rear-drive two-seater is intended as a lightweight ‘super-sports car’ with a high-performance electric powertrain that would effectively fill the gap at the top of the Porsche line-up that has been open since the 918 Spyder went out of p ..read more

When you think about the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4-Door Coupé, the last thing you think is that it needs more power well Renntech do not agree and they have taken their offering even further than the original 783 HP package. They have called it the RIIIX and it is their most powerful offering ever combined with a menacing cosmetic upgrade. The tuning upgrades see the twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 deliver a radical 1,196 hp and a monstrous 1,257 Nm (927 lb-ft) of torque. This is thanks to all-new Stage II high-performance turbochargers, a re-mapped ECU, a carbon air intake system, high-pressure fuel pumps ..read more

If you buy a truck, you might like to show it off. It feels great driving up to your job in a truck and seeing the envious stares from your coworkers. You may also purchase one less for the looks you will get and more because you need it for practical matters. Whatever the case may be, you’ll likely need international truck parts if you buy a truck and want to maintain it. Let’s discuss some other critical truck maintenance tips right now. Take the Truck for a Tune-Up Before Going on a Road Trip You may take good care of your truck and keep it running smoothly while driving around town. If yo ..read more

The talented folks at Amalgam Collection just released the gallery and information on the incredibly detailed Red Bull Racing RB18 Formula 1 car at a 1:4 scale. As the title suggests, this will not be cheap and has an asking price of $39,965 (approx. R770k), Just 18 pieces will be made per driver with both being exact replicas of the cars driven by Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez in the Formula 1 Heineken Dutch Grand Prix at Circuit Zandvoort on the 4th of September 2022. It took the scale model professionals over 4500 hours to develop the model and takes over 450 hours for a small team of cra ..read more

Tesla has announced that they have reclaimed the title as the fastest production electric car to lap the Nurburgring. Just 10 months ago, Porsche confirmed that their Taycan Turbo S had taken the top spot but this clearly did not sit well with Elon Musk. Tesla now offers the optional Track Pack for the Model S Plaid and thanks to these upgrades, it lapped the circuit in 7:25.231. Porsche managed a 7:33.350 which means the Tesla has beaten it by over eight seconds. With this time, the Model S Plaid also becomes the second-fastest four-door production car to officially lap the iconic German ..read more

Between July and November this year, the Audi driving experience is returning to South Africa with a series of pop-up events. These events will cover Gauteng, the Western Cape and Kwa-Zulu Natal at some of the most exciting racing tracks in South Africa: the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit (Gauteng), Plaaspad Racetrack (Western Cape), and Dezzi South Coast Raceway (Kwa-Zulu Natal). “We are thrilled to announce the re-launch of the Audi driving experience in South Africa,” says Sascha Sauer, Head of Audi South Africa. “This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for South Africans to experience ..read more

Last week Volkswagen took the covers off the bright Golf R 333 which came with a ridiculous €76,410 (approx. R1.6 million) price tag. Despite being the most expensive Golf ever, the limited-run special edition was sold out in just eight minutes. Head of Product Communications at VW, Stefan Voswinkel confirmed this on his LinkedIn. A Germany-only version, the special hot hatch has its turbocharged 2.0-litre engine dialled to 328 hp (245 kW) and 420 Nm (309 lb-ft) of torque. The post R1.6 Million VW Golf R 333 Sells Out In Eight Minutes appeared first on Zero2Turbo ..read more

When it comes to automobiles, having the right accessories can greatly enhance your driving experience. Whether you’re a daily commuter, a road-trip enthusiast, or an off-road adventurer, there are certain must-have accessories that can make your journey smoother, more comfortable, and safer. In this article, we will explore 20 General Automotive Items that are essential for a smooth ride, regardless of the type of vehicle you own. Car Phone Mount:  In today’s connected world, having a car phone mount is crucial for safe and convenient communication while driving. A car phone mount secur ..read more

Jaguar Land Rover is no longer because as of yesterday (1 June), the UK luxury automaker is officially known as JLR. Sure JLR is nothing new and we have been using it for years but it’s more than just an abbreviation and is a new corporate identity that sees iconic Land Rover models transition to brands under a new JLR umbrella, on the same footing as Jaguar. Take a look at the Land Rover website in the USA and you will already see Defender, Discovery and Range Rover listed as brands. “Pivotal to our Reimagine strategy is the formation of the House of Brands, which is a natural evolution, with ..read more

Even though BMW has not confirmed a single thing about a higher-performing M2, the model is progressing at a solid speed. We have seen numerous camouflaged prototypes testing but until now we did not have any idea as to what was happening in the power department. According to BMWBlog, insiders suggest that we can anticipate approximately 518 hp (386 kW) from the more potent baby M. While this figure may appear substantial when compared to the base BMW M2’s 453 hp, it aligns more coherently with the upcoming enhancements expected for the BMW M3 and M4 Competition models in the followi ..read more