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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Yates and Beighton Dominate Snetterton Ferrari Action

The second round of the Ferrari Challenge Trofeo Pirelli UK championship delivered a weekend of precision, pace and pressure at Snetterton, where the long straights and technical complexity of the 300 configuration once
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Mercedes-Benz Vans SA honours 2025 dealer excellence

Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa has lifted the curtain on its top-performing agents and dealers for 2025, celebrating a network that continues to power the brand’s success with precision, passion and a customer-first min
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Toyota holds firm with 21.2% share in April 2026

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) once again underlined its dominance in the local automotive landscape, closing April 2026 with a commanding 21.2% market share and 10 188 vehicles sold. In a month traditionally softened
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Renault 5 E-Tech electric tops UK EV sales in April

The UK’s electric vehicle market accelerated sharply in April, with the multi-award-winning Renault 5 E-Tech electric claiming the title of Britain’s most popular EV, according to the latest Society of Motor Manufacturer
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Vantage scores IMSA podium at Laguna Seca 2026 boost

Aston Martin’s endurance racing momentum continued to gather force in California as the Vantage GT3 delivered another statement result in the 2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, securing a hard-fought GTD class
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

McLaren Reveals MCL-HY Hypercar for Le Mans Return 2027

McLaren has pulled the silk from its next great endurance weapon, the MCL-HY FIA Hypercar, marking a thunderous return to the top echelon of global sportscar racing and setting the stage for a 2027 assault on the FIA Wor
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

John Balsdon breaks Cape to Cape record in Grenadier

British adventurer and fine-art photographer John Balsdon has etched his name into long-distance driving history, completing the legendary 20,000km Cape to Cape challenge in record-breaking time behind the wheel of an IN
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Fuel prices surge as Strait of Hormuz conflict bites

South African motorists are bracing for yet another hard knock at the pumps as global instability tightens its grip on fuel markets. With conflict in the Strait of Hormuz continuing to disrupt supply routes, fuel prices
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

CHERY UK launches Mo Farah CSH endurance campaign

CHERY UK has unveiled a striking new multi-channel campaign fronted by Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah CBE, marking a bold step in the brand’s push to spotlight its advanced electrified technology across the UK market. Launc
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

CHERY UK highlights innovation, safety and growth at the 2026 Global Summit, showcasing TIGGO SUVs and live crash test results.

CHERY UK has strengthened its position as a forward-looking force in the automotive sector following its prominent role at the CHERY International Business Summit 2026, held alongside Auto China 2026 in Wuhu, China. The
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

£1,000 Deposit Boost on New Volkswagen Orders This May

A timely boost has arrived for anyone considering a new Volkswagen, with the brand rolling out a £1,000 deposit contribution on almost all new passenger models ordered between 5 and 18 May. The limited-time incentive app
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ArticleMay 6, 2026

Suzuki Expands Dublin Presence with Liffey Valley Site

Suzuki has strengthened its foothold in the Irish market with the opening of a second retail outlet in its existing Dublin territory, marking a significant expansion in partnership with the Windsor Group. The new Windsor