Motoring News 26.6.2019 02:17 pm

Opel lays bare new Corsa’s engine details

Having unveiled the all-new, PSA-based Corsa in all-electric e-Corsa guise back in May, Opel has now released full engine details of its sixth generation B-segment hatch.

Known internally as the Corsa F, the newcomer comes underpinned by the same Common Modular Platform (CMP) as the Peugeot 208, with Opel claiming a 980 kg kerb weight, excluding of the drive, of the most basic model thanks a 40 kg weight reduction when compared to the previous General Motors (GM) based Corsa D.

Motoring News Audi gives Q7 more tech and an aggressive face

One of the already increasing number of debutants set for the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, Audi has taken the wraps off of the updated Q7 set to go on sale in Europe soon after.

Motoring News Next Audi A3 set to don hiking boots in 2022

With its much anticipated world debut slated for later this year or in early 2020, a report from the United Kingdom has alleged that Audi is planning a crossover-styled version of the new A3 aimed at the Mercedes-Benz GLA.

Motoring News New Mercedes-Benz GLA set to bow in Frankfurt

Having done the rounds on various online platforms for a while now in pre-production form, Mercedes-Benz has reportedly announced that the new GLA will make its international unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

Motoring News Ferrari F8 Tributo: A celebration of excellence

The only time I ever want to be anywhere near Sandton on a Friday after lunch … is never.

Motoring News New leaked images preview next Land Rover Defender inside and out

Reportedly set to make its long awaited debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, the all-new Land Rover Defender has allegedly been shown in full thanks to a clutch of new spy images.

Motoring News Kia keen on a Seltos based compact MPV

Kia is reportedly plotting a new compact MPV to challenge the likes of the Suzuki Ertiga, Honda BR-V, Mahindra Marazzo and the recently launched Renault Triber in India.

Motoring News Revived Ford Puma leaps forth in new pixelated teaser

Teased back in April as Ford’s new segment filler between the EcoSport and the all-new Kuga, a new teaser video has emerged of the revived Puma ahead of its newly confirmed world debut this coming Wednesday (26 June).

Motoring News Audi CEO confirms TT has a future

The future of the Audi has once come in for questioning following a new report that it could well continue for another generation.

Motoring News Ford Ranger Wildtrak: ‘Tough image’ now even tougher

South Africa is bakkie country and one of the most popular leisure bakkies, if not the most popular, is Ford’s Ranger Double Cab.

Motoring News Toyota discreetly prices Hilux Legend 50

With pricing for the limited run Hilux GR Sport having leaked last week, Toyota has now announced sticker prices for the all-new Hilux Legend 50 set for introduction next month.

Motoring News Mini slips details of hardcore John Cooper Works GP

Mini has provided a glimpse of what to expect from its hardcore new John Cooper Works (JCW) GP when it debuted the prototype this past weekend as the curtain raiser for the Nürburgring 24 Hours.

Motoring News Audi SQ8 finally unveiled with monstrous V8 oil-burner

After a prolonged testing period and much speculation, Audi finally revealed its sportiest Q8 this past weekend when it lifted the wraps off of the SQ8 TDI.

Motoring News Toyota possibly partnering up with Mazda for new RWD platform

While its next generation BT-50 will share both the underpinnings and engines with Isuzu’s forthcoming all-new D-Max, a report from Japan has claimed that Mazda could be supplying its brand-new rear-wheel-drive platform and straight-six engines to Toyota as part of a reported partnership.