Ford Performance has revealed its 2025 Dakar Rally plans, featuring the Ford Raptor with off-road racing icons Carlos Sainz Sr. and Nani Roma as drivers. The announcement marks Ford’s intensified focus on off-road racing, aiming for success in one of the world’s most challenging motorsport events. Image: Ford Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag!  The new Dakar Rally contender, built on the Ford Raptor platform, is set to take on the gruelling Dakar terrain with the expertise of experienced drivers and advanced engineering. Testing is already underway to e ..read more

Not so long ago at the Tokyo Auto Salon in 2016, Toyota unveiled a diminutive-looking model that had a two-plus-two layout and two doors. At the time, the model dubbed the S-FR concept was considered to be a potential MX-5 rival. It looks as thought Toyota may deliver on what that concept promised those years ago.  Image: Toyota Looking for your next new or used Toyota? Find it here with CARmag!  According to a reputable Japanese publication, the S-FR is slated for a late 2026 or early 2027 launch. The magazine indicates that Toyota is developing this project in partnership with Da ..read more

Volkswagen’s refreshed and adventurer-appealing California camper van will only be offered in the European market and will feature a new hybrid powertrain and a larger design that offers more interior space. Image: Volkswagen Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag!  The redesigned camper van comes in five trims: Beach, Beach Tour, Beach Camper, Coast, and Ocean. Each model features a rooftop tent and dual sliding doors equipped with mosquito nets, which alludes to its bespoke purpose of adventuring and camping. Volkswagen has also introduced a new awning, wh ..read more

Six episodes detailing a fictional retelling of one of the all-time Formula 1 greats which will be released this year, Netflix continues to capitalise on high-quality motorsport productions with the anticipated Ayrton Senna miniseries.  Image: Netflix Looking for your next new or used supercar? Find it here with CARmag!  The teaser trailer for the series gives fans a glimpse into the emotional journey of the three-time Formula 1 world champion. The footage centres on Senna’s victory at the 1991 Brazilian Grand Prix, a race that was significant as it marked his first win at his home ..read more

After debuting at the Auto China motorshow, Italdesign has now released some details on the breathtaking Quintessenza concept which blends bakkie practicality, SUV versatility and the styling of a GT car. Image: Italdesign Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag!  Italdesign’s latest concept, the Quintessenza immediately merges the elegance of a grand touring car with the versatility of a bakkie truck, creating a vehicle that’s perfect for gazing at the stars with a removable rear panel. While it’s debatable whether the Quintessenza truly fits into either cat ..read more

The BMW 7 Series has won the 2024 South African Car of the Year (COTY) award, following a grand gala event in Johannesburg on 8 May. The luxury sedan was one of 18 finalists selected by the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ) in this year’s competition. Image: BMW Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag!  The stately Bavarian sedan emerged victorious with the Suzuki Fronx and BMW M2 securing second and third place, respectively. Charles Nortje, Managing Director of Old Mutual Insure (OMI), the event’s main sponsor for the past two years, expr ..read more

Already an impressive driver oriented hot hatch, the Honda Civic Type R has been given some extra flair with a Mugen Group A upgrade which simplifies the tailpipe arrangement and adds some key aero bits for improved performance.  Image: Mugen Looking for your next new or used Honda? Find it here with CARmag!  The Japanese tuning company showcased a range of upgraded parts for the current-generation Civic Type R at the Tokyo Auto Salon in January, and now some of these upgrades are available for purchase. The highlight is a comprehensive aero kit that enhances the car’s aggressive a ..read more

Land Rover has imbued the Defender with a suite of updates for 2024, including a new 110 Sedona Edition and a more streamlined specification process. Image: Land Rover Looking for your next new or used Land Rover? Find it here with CARmag!  The new 110 Sedona Edition takes inspiration from the vibrant landscapes of Sedona, Arizona, with a rich red hue derived from the region’s iron-rich sandstone. The Sedona Edition boasts an Extended Black Pack with Narvik Black detailing, a 22-inch Gloss Black alloy wheel set, and a unique Sedona Red bonnet decal that reflects Defender’s go-anywhere s ..read more

Following eight consecutive months of sales decline, the milestone of celebrating a century of vehicle production locally saw a welcomed increase in the motor industry for April 2024. Have a look at the data below, which sees Toyota drop in sales but retain the top spot, with Suzuki moving into second and Nissan dropping to the bottom of the list without the NP200 rolling off of the production line. Image: Toyota Looking for your next new or used Porsche? Find it here with CARmag! South Africa is marking 2024 as a significant year for its automotive industry, celebrating 100 years of car man ..read more

Following months of hefty increases across both diesel and petrol grades, the Central Energy Fund has presented some promising provisional data for fuel prices in June. Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag!  The Central Energy Fund’s (CEF) data for the first week of May indicates an over-recovery in fuel prices, which, if it holds, could translate into lower prices at the pumps. The figures show that petrol prices are currently over-recovered by 34 cents per litre, while diesel sees a more significant over-recovery, ranging from 68 to 73 cents per litre. Th ..read more