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Toyota GR Corolla Adds 8-Speed Automatic for Ultimate Drive
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Toyota GR Corolla Adds 8-Speed Automatic for Ultimate Drive

Toyota South Africa expands GR Corolla range with an 8-speed automatic, enhancing performance, usability, and everyday driving excitement.
Stellantis Shines at Paris Motor Show with 8 Iconic Brands
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Stellantis Shines at Paris Motor Show with 8 Iconic Brands

Stellantis returns to the Paris Motor Show with 8 brands, 60+ vehicles, and premieres from Lancia, DS, Leapmotor and more.
BYD ATTO 3 EVO: More Power, Range and Tech for 2026
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BYD ATTO 3 EVO: More Power, Range and Tech for 2026

BYD unveils the ATTO 3 EVO with up to 316 miles range, faster charging, dual motors, and advanced tech starting from £38,990.
Hyundai Renews Sponsorship of 2026 SPAR 10km Series
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Hyundai Renews Sponsorship of 2026 SPAR 10km Series

Johannesburg, 19 March 2026 – Hyundai Automotive South Africa is thrilled to announce the renewal of its sponsorship of the 2026 SPAR National Grand Prix 10km Road Running Series, following the tremendous success of its
Jeep® Easter Safari 2026 Brings Off-Road Adventure to SA
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Jeep® Easter Safari 2026 Brings Off-Road Adventure to SA

Join Jeep® owners at the first Easter Jeep Safari 2026 in South Africa for trails, builds, competitions, and community.
Santa Pod Raceway Celebrates 60 Years of Speed & Music
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Santa Pod Raceway Celebrates 60 Years of Speed & Music

Marking six decades of drag racing, lifestyle events, and music, Santa Pod Raceway continues to thrill motorsport fans across Europe.
Nissan Formula E Unveils Rookie Line-Up for Jarama Test
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Nissan Formula E Unveils Rookie Line-Up for Jarama Test

Abbi Pulling and Victor Martins set to test Nissan GEN3 Evo at Circuito del Jarama following Madrid E-Prix.
BMW Classics 2026 Brings LSO to Trafalgar Square Live
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

BMW Classics 2026 Brings LSO to Trafalgar Square Live

The London Symphony Orchestra performs Holst, Elgar, and a world premiere at BMW Classics in Trafalgar Square, June 13.
California Incident Highlights Gaps in Self-Driving Laws
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

California Incident Highlights Gaps in Self-Driving Laws

California self-driving vehicle incident exposes regulatory gaps, raising questions on safety, accountability, and public trust in autonomous cars.
Toyota Powers Riders at the 2026 Absa Cape Epic
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Toyota Powers Riders at the 2026 Absa Cape Epic

From 15–22 March 2026, South Africa once again becomes the stage for one of the world’s toughest mountain bike races, the Absa Cape Epic. For the fourth consecutive year, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) proudly returns
South Africa’s Road to Decarbonising Transport
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

South Africa’s Road to Decarbonising Transport

SA aims to transform road transport with EVs, green policies, and economic growth for a sustainable future.
Nissan Patrol NISMO Joins 2026 Super GT as FRO Vehicle
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ArticleMarch 19, 2026

Nissan Patrol NISMO Joins 2026 Super GT as FRO Vehicle

Nissan Patrol NISMO debuts as First Rescue Operation vehicle in 2026 Super GT, combining motorsport-tuned performance with SUV capability.