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Lamborghini Temerario Polizia joins Italian police force

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Automobili Lamborghini has presented a new Temerario to the Italian State Police at a ceremony held at the automaker’s Sant’ Agata Bolognese headquarters. Image: Lamborghini Lamborghini has presented a new Temerario to the Italian State Police at a ceremony with Prefect Renato Cortese, Central Director of the traffic, railway and special units police, representing the Chief of Police, and Director General of Public Security Prefect Vittorio Pisani. The supercar, which joins the Lamborghinis already in service, will be used for vital services, such as emergency transport of organs and medical supplies. For more than 20 years, six vehicles have entered the fleet, assisting in over two hundred organ transport missions across Italy. Lamborghini and the Polizia di Stato began this collaboration in 2004 with a first-generation Gallardo in September of that year. Later on, the Gallardo LP560-4 and a Huracán Polizia joined the fleet, and were deployed on the country’s main motorways. An U...
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2026 Jaecoo J5 SHS hybrid price & specs in South Africa

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The Jaecoo J5 SHS has arrived in SA, with the Chinese automaker’s local arm announcing pricing and specs for the hybrid J5. See pricing below… Image: Omoda & Jaecoo The Jaecoo J5 SHS (Super Hybrid System), which we sampled on a long-distance road trip in China, has officially touched down in South Africa following the introduction of its all-electric sibling, the J5 BEV . The J5 SHS’s hybrid powertrain comprises a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine and front-mounted electric motor – the latter fed by a 1.83 kWh battery pack. The petrol-electric arrangement produces combined power and torque outputs of 165 kW and 295 N.m, delivered to the front wheels via a dedicated hybrid transmission (DHT). The Chery sub-brand claims an average fuel consumption of 5.3 L/100 km and a combined driving range of 980 km from a full, 51-litre tank of fuel. 2026 Jaecoo J5 SHS price in SA The Jaecoo J5 SHS is priced from R459 900, making it one of the most af...
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How Jetour improved the T1 and T2’s payload capacity

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We detail how Jetour managed to improve the T1 and T2’s original payload capacity of 300 kg to 475 kg. Image: Jetour Towards the end of August 2026, Jetour confirmed the T1 and T2’s load-carrying capacity, or payload, has been increased. According to the Chinese automaker’s local arm, it engaged directly with Jetour Head Office and the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) regarding the approved payload capacity applicable to the T1 and T2 . Inclusive of the driver, the load-carrying capacity of the “relevant” models is now 475 kg (up 175 kg over the original homologated payload of 300 kg). Jetour South Africa says the revised payload capacity applies to both new and existing vehicles. So, how did Jetour achieve an upgraded load-carrying capacity for the T1 and T2? CAR contributor Graham Eagle explains: “To obtain homologation, a manufacturer typically submits all applicable test reports – brakes and others – carried out by an accredited test facility ...
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Mazda SA cuts entry-level 2026 Mazda2 price by over R40 000 for limited time

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Looking to offer first-time car buyers more value, Mazda South Africa is offering the entry-level Mazda2 with a new promotional price. Image: Mazda In a market where personal transport is relatively costly across the board, Mazda Southern Africa has announced a new promotional price for the entry-level Mazda2. The Japanese brand’s most compact offering in 1.5 Active trim and featuring a manual transmission will now set buyers back R289 900, representing a R46 100 saving on the standard pricing, for a limited period while stocks last. “For many South Africans, a first new car is one of the most significant purchases they will make, and it should not require a compromise between what excites them and what reassures them. The Mazda2 Active offers both, and at R289 900 it does so in a way that far more people can now consider”, said Deolinda Da Costa, Head of Marketing and Communications at Mazda Southern Africa. The Mazda2 Active aims to offer a higher perceived quality than its ...
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SA company Ulterio Motiv unveils Jeep Gladiator-based Maximus 6×6

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SA company Ulterio Motiv has revealed the Maximus, a Jeep Gladiator-based 6×6 beast. Image: Jeep South African company Ulterio Motiv has whipped the wraps off the Maximus, a large-and-in-charge specialist 6×6 Jeep Gladiator-based conversion. Said Alex Shahini, Jeep Brand Communications Manager, “Projects such as the Maximus 6×6 highlight the versatility of the Gladiator platform and the enthusiasm it inspires within the wider off-road community.” According to Ulterio Motiv , sister company of vehicle armouring specialists SVI Engineering, the Maximus 6×6 incorporates significant structural and mechanicl modifications beyond a conventional accessory package. In addition to the integration of a third axle, modifications include chassis and body extensions, and revised drivetrain componentry and gearing. The Maximus 6×6 also boasts an upgraded payload capacity – up 397 kg over the “standard” Gladiator to 1 090 kg – while gross vehicle mass (GVM) has ...
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2027 Range Rover Electric price & specs in South Africa

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Officially revealed and available to pre-order, Land Rover has released pricing and specs for the first-ever Range Rover Electric. See pricing below… Image: Land Rover Signifying the British marque’s first foray into fully electric mobility, Land Rover has unveiled the Range Rover Electric. Available to pre-order, the flagship all-electric Range Rover can be had in standard (SWB) and long-wheelbase (LWB) format. Several trim grades are on offer. The latter includes HSE, Autobiography, SV, SV Black, and SV Ultra. A First Edition variant will also be available. The Range Rover Electric is equipped with dual electric motors – sited at the front and rear, respectively – producing combined power and torque outputs 404 kW and 850 N.m. According to the British luxury automaker, these figures allow the Range Rover Electric to complete the 0-100 km/h sprint in 4.3 seconds. The Range Rover Electric’s 800 V architecture features a 118.5 kWh battery pack, which serves u...
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Eskort, Checkers and Toyota team up for Braai-Lux bakkie giveaway

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Eskort, Checkers and Toyota have teamed up to give away a Braai-Lux, a customised new Hilux designed to c elebrate South African braai culture. Image: Supplied Eskort has partnered with Checkers and Toyota to launch its Braai-Lux campaign, where South Africans are given the opportunity to win a customised new Hilux . The Braai-Lux was designed to celebrate South Africa’s braai culture. Two-time Rugby World Cup-winning Springbok Bongi Mbonambi, who is an ambassador for Eskort, will join the winner for an exclusive braai experience. Sponsored by Toyota and customised by Halfway Toyota Honeydew and Ironman 4×4, the Braai-Lux is equipped with a Megamaster grill, dual fridge/freezer, a roller drawer system, Bossenberg canopy, a Dometic roof rack, and a 270-degree awning. The package further includes a full front bull bar, spotlights, a suspension kit, and off-road tyres sponsored by Tyremart. The cabin features custom Takla seat covers, dashboard cover, and carpets. Based on t...
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