The Car Guide

Stellantis Heritage is celebrating 75 years of Abarth with an homage to the legendary Fiat-Abarth 1300 OT of 1965. The foundation for this revival is none other than the Alfa Romeo 4C, resurrected for an unexpected return in 2024. Image: Stellantis Looking for a new or used Alfa Romeo? Find it here with CARmag! Reborn as the Abarth Classiche 1300 OT, this modern interpretation of a 1960s racing marvel is crafted with all-new carbon-fibre bodywork, breathing new life into the lightweight chassis of Alfa Romeo’s 4C. The Heritage department of Stellantis, dedicated to preserving the legacies of Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Lancia, and Abarth, is spearheading the project under its ‘Reloaded by Creators’ programme, crafting a limited run of five examples. Image: Stellantis The Abarth Classiche 1300 OT sports distinctive features, including a roof-mounted intake scoop, a prominent Abarth logo on the rear panel, a redesigned nose, and rear window louvres, paying homage to its iconic predecesso...

Celebrating 60 years of Mustang, Ford has revealed the Mustang 60th Anniversary appearance package model, a special-edition variant limited to only 1 965 examples. Image: Ford Looking for a new or used Ford? Find it here with CARmag! Marking the Diamond Jubilee of the Mustang, Ford is celebrating its iconic muscle car with the release of a special-edition variant, the Mustang 60th Anniversary appearance package. Exclusively available with Mustang GT models (in both coupé and convertible guises), the commemorative appearance package features an array of model-specific elements, which, according to the Blue Oval brand, enhance the timeless design cues of its popular pony car. As a reminder, the Mustang GT is equipped with Ford’s familiar 5.0-litre V8 engine, which, in the latest-generation model produces 362 kW and 567 N.m. “We drew inspiration from the original Mustang and infused some of its most iconic design elements into this limited production run. The Mustang’s design DNA ...

Based on the recently-revealed, new C3 hatchback, Citroën has revealed the first images of the brand-new and high riding C3 Aircross … and it’s now available with seven seats. Image: Citroën Looking for a new or used Citroën? Find it here with CARmag! Following the reveal of the new C3, Citroën has released the first images showcasing the upcoming, next-generation C3 Aircross. Here’s what we know so far… Sharing not only a design philosophy with its hatchback sibling, the box-fresh C3 Aircross is underpinned by the same ‘Smart Car’ platform, which, the French firm says, allows for enhanced interior space and “flexible” powertrain options. Image: Citroën Related: New Citroën C3 Offered with ICE and Mild Hybrid Choices The soon-to-debut, new C3 Aircross’ exterior design is, in contrast to the C3’s, more SUV-focused. The crossover model features a prominent front facia, replete with a slim grille spanning the nose and Citroën’s new chevron badge, and revised headlamps, the lat...

South Africa has seemingly become obsessed with armoured vehicles but the TAC-6 by Armormax may be the maddest yet! Here is exactly what has been done to the former single-cab Toyota Land Cruiser to get it to its current configuration. Image: Armormax Looking for your next new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag! This wasn’t designed as a civilian transport, instead, Armourmax was approached to commence the project from a Special Forces regiment with the end goal of creating a vehicle that could handle several disciplines, be able to get in and out of non-permissible environments quickly, and that did not require any special training to operate and could be easily serviced in the field by its operators. Armourmax further states the chassis can be founded or adapted for any of the following roles; personnel carrier, tactical vehicles, with variety a of weapons platforms, ammunition carriers, mechanical field workshop, water tanker, agriculture, mining and several other funct...

Haval has whipped the wraps off the refreshed H6, which boasts updates all around. Here’s what we know about the revised model so far. Image: GWM Looking for a new or used Haval? Find it here with CARmag! Sporting a fresh face and several additional cosmetic enhancements, the updated Haval H6 has been revealed. However, bar the exterior redesign, there is much more to the revised model, with the most notable upgrade being the mechanical components which propel it forward. Related: DRIVEN: New Haval H6 is surprising in more ways than one From an exterior point of view, the H6 has been handed a brand-new grille design, which incorporates the latest iteration of the “Haval” badge and comprises what looks like matte-finished chrome elements. In addition, the headlamps, replete with daytime-running lights, are integrated into the large front grille. Image: GWM A significant update to the exterior, the former taillamp design, which featured a light bar spanning the tailgate, has ...

Jeep is bringing back Tuscadero to commemorate 4×4 Day. This vibrant pink hue, first introduced on the 2021 Wrangler, makes its return as a colour option for the updated 2024 Jeep Wrangler. Image: Jeep Looking for a new or used Jeep? Find it here with CARmag! Named after Pinky Tuscadero from the ’70s sitcom “Happy Days,” Tuscadero was a hit when it debuted in 2021. Bill Peffer, senior vice president and head of Jeep brand – North America, shared, “Some 30 000 customers placed an order for Tuscadero when it first debuted in 2021. We’re always looking to deliver what our customers tell us they want, so we’re ‘tickled pink’ to bring back the highly sought-after Tuscadero paint shade on Jeep Wrangler to mark 4×4 Day 2024.” Initially, Tuscadero will be available with a black hardtop, body-colour hardtop, or black soft top. Later in the second quarter of this year, it will also be compatible with Jeep’s Sky One-Touch power roof. Tuscadero joins a lineup of vivid, limited-edition colou...

Serving as one of South Africa’s most visceral showdowns of hillclimb speed demons, the Simola Hillclimb is mere weeks away for action and this is what can be expected from the 2024 edition of the hallowed event.  Image: Speedfestival Leading the charge is the legendary Andre Bezuidenhout, a six-time champion who has left a trail of dust in his wake. With an impressive track record and a thirst for victory, Bezuidenhout is set to defend his crown with his trusty 2007 Gould GR55, a beast of a machine that has dominated the Hillclimb scene for years. But standing in his way is the formidable Robert Wolk, a force to be reckoned with behind the wheel of the 1989 Pillbeam MP58. Despite facing setbacks last year, Wolk is determined to give Bezuidenhout a run for his money with his ear-splitting Nissan Infinity Indycar engine and relentless drive for success. Image: Speedfestival The competition doesn’t end there. In the battle of the classes, expect to see thrilling duels betwe...