toyota

  • Lexus CT 200h gets update for 2018

    Lexus revealed their facelifted CT 200h, adding modern touches to keep it relevant in 2018. The Lexus CT 200h has sold over 300,000 units since its global launch in 2011. In fact, the entry-level Lexus is so successful that it has become the manufacturers best-selling hybrid model. The facelift...
  • Toyota Supra pics leaked!

    Toyota fans will be happy to find out that the specs of the highly-anticipated Toyota Supra were leaked earlier this week by a Japanese Car Magazine. A copy of the magazine article was posted onto an online forum, revealing the figures of the sports car. A 3.0-litre straight-six engine...
  • #CarsAwards Powered by WesBank gains even more steam

    The Cars.co.za Consumer Awards, or #CarsAwards powered by Wesbank took place in Sandton last week and hosted some of South Africa’s most notable automotive industry leaders, representatives of the finance sector, media agencies and celebrities. Resident SA Car Fan Editor, Ernest Page, was one of the judges on the...
  • Dakar day 12-Giniel in top 5

    The 12th day of the gruelling Dakar 2018 event turned out to be the longest day for cars and trucks, while the bike stage was cancelled due to the intense weather.   To say the car stage between Chilecito to San Juan was intriguing would be an understatement. The...
  • Lexus LF-1: Limitless?

    Lexus has big plans for the future of their SUV’s after they pulled the covers off their latest concept car, the Lexus LF-1 Limitless, at the 2018 Detroit Motor Show. The concept crossover looks to be sculpted into a future flagship SUV for the Japanese manufacturer. The LF-1 will...
  • Dakar day 8 update: Sainz takes the lead

    The eighth-day of the Dakar Rally saw some of the greatest cross-country racing taking place in the Bolivian Andes, between Uyuni and Tupiza. Spanish Carls Sainz celebrated a well-deserved victory with his Peugeot, while the battle for second-place looked to be a bit more demanding. Stephane Peterhansel managed to...
  • Dakar Desert Delay for Toyota Gazoo

    The South African Toyota Gazoo racing team saw unprecedented events on day four of the Dakar, with two of the Hilux’s running into trouble early on in the stage.  Nasser Al Attiyah had two flat tyres early in the race and was forced to proceed cautiously after using both...
  • Lexus NX – NX Level of Urban SUV?

    Lexus has updated the NX, their first attempt at a compact premium SUV. A few subtle tweaks and a minor refresh make it an even stronger contender in this fast-growing segment. The new NX maintains its aggressive lines and sporty demeanour with new headlamps, new chrome-framed front and side...
  • Toyota hits record sales, but marred by floods

    After what has been a fantastic year for Toyota South Africa, the Japanese manufacturer has had to halt production at the Durban plant due to flooding. According to Andrew Kirby, Toyota CEO,  the plant has suffered significant damage but Kirby confirmed that no workers were injured in the floods. “Production,...