Motoring

Ultra exclusive V12 Bi-Turbo Brabus Bodo for the very rich only
Built as a 735kW, 1 200Nm homage to Brabus founder, Bodo Buschmann, only 77 units of this car will be produced.

What to expect: BYD readying South Africa’s new cheapest PHEV
While BYD’s Sealion 5 currently holds the accolade of most affordable plug-in hybrid, the Atto 2 DM-i will likely change that.

Jeep Grand Cherokee recalled again over suspected bolt failure
The second recall in as many weeks involves 920 vehicles sold between 2021 and 2023.

Lancia Gamma returns as a coupe-styled fastback crossover
Last offered in 1982 as either a two-door coupe or four-door fastback sedan, the Gamma will make its public showing at the Paris Motor Show in October.

Alfa Romeo’s future involving a new SUV and revived Golf rival
The brand will undergo an extensive renewal and refresh before the end of the decade.

Bi-turbodiesel quietly departs Volkswagen Amarok range
End of the bi-turbo brings more six-cylinder versions to the Amarok range.

Budget-beater GAC Emzoom Nova ready for Chinese SUV warfare
New entry-level model keeps the same engine but cuts spec to keep price down.

The Ferrari Luce – Five seats, four doors & 1000 HP
Said to be redefining the limits of what is possible, Ferrari unveiled the battery electric Luce in Rome on Monday.

Omoda hybrid technology sees C5 SHS take down the competition
In the most fiercely contested market segment in South Africa, the Omoda C5 SHS is geared to tackle the leaders in Toyota’s Corolla Cross HEV and Chery’s Tiggo Cross CSH.

Jaecoo going electric as J5 EV gets the nod for South Africa
With the self-charging J5 HEV hybrid also launching soon, the EV will complete the J5 line-up of combustion, hybrid and EV power options.