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CAR is Southern Africa’s leading automotive-interest magazine – and has been since 1957. It’s aimed at petrol-heads of all ages looking for, expert reviews, road tests, driving impressions of the latest models available and great motoring content from the country’s leading motoring journalists.

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RANGE ROVER SPORT 3 • Handsome, sophisticated heavyweight dials in more sport

THE HIGHS AND WOES OF THE ELECTRIC AGE • If you think petrol is expensive, try buying a few kilos of lithium

MEET THE T03 • China’s cheap, cheerful and (crucially) credible EV offering

LIGHTWEIGHT COMEBACK • It’s no new Batmobile, but the M4 CSL has all the ingredients for greatness

SCENIC VISION CONCEPT • Yes, it’s a new Scenic… but not as we know it

SPECIAL PROJECT 48 • When a regular Tributo isn’t special enough

ICYMI • The stories redefining the car world right now

THE INNOVATORS • The cars we drive today were influenced by these pioneers

THEY ALSO PAVED THE WAY

A COOL THING • While most of us may never be able to afford a Formula One car, you could own Aston Martin’s latest timepiece, sporting carbon-fibre and titanium pieces from its F1 cars

Ranger on the rise • Ford’s next generation Ranger adds more comfort and tech, but doesn’t skimp on the all-road ability that’s made it a global star

Bridging of the bulls • It may be a conduit between Lamborghini’s Evo and STO Huracáns, but the Tecnica is one of Sant’Agata Bolognese’s most balanced bulls…

Joy-ish machine • Honda’s third-generation HR-V wants to bring the fun back

The cult classic continues • Before IC engines disappear, we still have some very special mechanicals to enjoy

MAXIMUM ATTACK • The M3 brought Motorsport pedigree to the masses, but for some, that wasn’t enough; these limited editions were BMWs turned up to 11

RALLY TO ROAD • Subaru South Africa hits a milestone as it turns 30 this year; the first models were imported back in 1992

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Larger than most • Offering family-friendly practicality at a lower price than larger bakkie-based contenders, the latest players to enter the popular seven-seat SUV segment duke it out

Frugal fighter • HYUNDAI GRAND CRETA 1,5 ELITE DIESEL AT

Stylish alternative • CHERY TIGGO 8 PRO EXECUTIVE

BMW M240i xDrive Coupé • A M2-lite is no crime, but has all-wheel drive turned the M division’s stepson into a Jack of all trades but a master of none?

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Vive la difference • A surprisingly effective head-turner and conversation starter. Capable, too

MERCEDES-BENZ C220D AMG LINE • Electric may be the future, but Mercedes’ baby S-Class 220d represents the best of diesel in the world right now…

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NISSAN NAVARA 2,5 DDTI PRO-4X 4×4 AUTOMATIC • With revised exterior styling and updated suspension, the locally built Navara joins our long-term test fleet.

EXTREME FESTIVAL NATIONAL RACING RETURNS TO KILLARNEY IN SEPTEMBER

SUZUKI CELERIO 1,0 GL MT

KIA SORENTO 2,2 CRDI 8DCT 7-SEATER SXL AWD

FORD RANGER RAPTOR SPECIAL EDITION 2,0 BIT DOUBLE CAB 10 AT 4X4

MAZDA CX-5 2,2 DE AKERA AWD

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talk Tech • We look at the latest advancements in technology and their application on current and future vehicles

STILL BOXING CLEVER • Think horizontally opposed motors and the VW Beetle and Porsche 911 immediately spring to...