Motoring

Volkswagen Golf 8.5 GTI makes amends but perfection alludes
Various changes and uptick in power have been to the GTI’s advantage, however, some niggles still remain.

Alfa Romeo re-opens order books for Giulia QV and Stelvio Q
Performance models can now once again be ordered as a result of production being extended to 2027.

What could come of Toyota’s likely Daihatsu revival for South Africa
Unconfirmed, but interested return, could see Daihatsu becoming a standalone brand once again, or supply products later to be rebadged as Toyotas.

Price put on reworked Toyota Corolla Cross GR Sport
Sportiest version of the locally made Corolla Cross takes the model line-up count to seven.

Brad Binder ready for what could be make-or-break MotoGP year
Finding one-lap speed is the first priority for Red Bull KTM star in 2026 season.

New Toyota Hilux expected to be rolled out in Mzansi by ‘mid-year’
New bakkie features sharper exterior looks and interior out of Land Cruiser Prado playbook.

‘Little’ Mercedes-Benz G-Class coming but no longer only as an EV
‘Little G-Class” will have four-wheel drive from the start and now, a hybrid powertrain to go with the electric option.

‘Go-faster’ Opel Corsa finally returning, but with a first-time twist
First performance Corsa in over a decade will wear the GSE moniker, but derive motivation solely from an electric powertrain.

Chinese and Indian car brands taking over dealerships across South Africa
Super Group is increasingly targeting Chinese and Indian car brands, with new-car sales from these regions doubling in its latest financial results.

Mazda gives entry-level, self-shifting CX-3 more spec
Four model range are now automatic only, but still equipped with the normally aspirated 2.0-litre petrol engine.