Kia has revealed its new, third-generation Cerato sedan (badged as the Forte in the United States and the K3 in Korea) at the North American International Auto Show, boasting design cues “inspired by” the Stinger. The Korean automaker claims that the “decidedly more upscale” new model offers a higher level of comfort, better fuel efficiency […]
Hyundai has officially revealed its all-new Veloster at the North American International Auto Show, while also whipping the covers off the high-performance Veloster N variant. As expected, the second-generation Veloster retains its coupé shape as well as its additional passenger side rear door for an asymmetrical “two-plus-one” configuration. While the design isn’t too dissimilar to […]
The Passat that Volkswagen sells in the United States is significantly different to the one it sells in Europe (and South Africa). Next year, North America will finally move its version onto the MQB platform, but not before the model has had a VR6-flavoured swansong. Yes, this is the Passat GT, which has officially debuted […]
Lexus has whipped the covers off its new LF-1 Limitless concept, essentially previewing a “potential” fresh flagship crossover for the Japanese brand. The new show car, which was revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, was styled by the CALTY design studio in Southern California. It measures 5 014 mm long (a […]
Mercedes-AMG has finally lifted the lid on its new mild-hybrid CLS53, unveiling 53-badged versions of its E-Class coupé and Cabriolet at the same time. Set to debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the latest models introduce a fresh model designation: the 53-series. At each model’s heart lies a new, electrified 3,0-litre […]
Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps off its new-generation G-Class, with the iconic off-roader gaining more space (while losing weight), added luxury and subtly updated styling. And, according to the brand, even more impressive off-road ability. Yes, despite this latest G-Class – which makes its debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit – […]
Ford has finally taken the wraps of an updated version of its Ranger, albeit in North American specification. And the US-spec bakkie’s fresh styling likely previews updates that are expected to roll out to South Africa in 2019. While SA-spec bakkies come from the Silverton Assembly Plant in Pretoria – where Ford will also assemble […]
Volkswagen has officially unveiled its new, seventh-generation Jetta at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Of course, it was reported late in 2017, this all-new Jetta – which moves over to the Wolfsburg-based brand’s MQB platform in its latest generation – will not be offered in South Africa. The reason? Well, VW will […]
Ford has taken the wraps off its new Mustang Bullitt at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, celebrating the 50th anniversary of iconic Bullitt movie. The new special-edition Bullitt boasts an upgraded version of the brand’s 5,0-litre V8, delivering “at least” 354 kW (up from the 343 kW produced by the latest Mustang […]
The McLaren 570GT is currently the most relaxed variant in the Woking-based brand’s Sports Series thanks to its relatively soft suspension, reduced steering ratio and extra luggage space. But, apparently due to customer demand, McLaren is now offering a Sport Pack option for the 570GT that renders it somewhat sharper to drive. In effect, the […]
