Renault has upgraded the Koleos SUV range for South Africa. The updated model will receive better performance, and new specifications under the standard guise. Renault’s base Koleos 2.5 Dynamique 4×2 will offer cruise control, an upgraded sound system incorporating Bluetooth, integrated TOM TOM Navigation and hands-free keycard as standard features. The two...

To celebrate 100 years of Alfa Romeo, the brand is planning to offer a special edition Alfa Romeo GT 3.2 in South Africa. It’s called the GT Limited Edition, and there will only be 30 of these models sold in South Africa. The power will come from a 3.2-litre 176kW Quadcam V6 engine with a 0-100km/h of 6.7 seconds. The top speed is 243km/h, and the fuel consumption...

Reports state that Shelby Carroll might release a few seriously modified Mustangs before putting his feet up and calling it a day. One of the ‘Stangs in question is a twin-turbocharged GT500 with an in-house developed 5.4-litre V8 motor pumping out a whopping 746kW of power. The motor from this model will send power through a six-speed manual gearbox with...

Donto Motor Company, a firm based in Argentina, has released the first images of their P1 — a lightweight two-seater. The P1 is expected to make its way to Europe where it will boast two seats, a removable roof and an overall body weight of under 700kg. It’s planned to be road legal in all-markets, however track-performance is the idea behind the project. Power...

Roush has created a brand new modification kit for the 5.0-litre Mustang. It’s called the ROUSHcharger kit and it’ll boost power from 307kW to 410kW with ‘more than’ 637Nm of torque. The kit includes a 90mm pulley supercharger which offers half a bar of boost, bigger injectors, new fuel rails, a new intake lid, and a new throttle body. Jack Roush...

Suzuki has announced that the 2011 Swift and sport grade Kizashi will show its face at the Paris Motor Show in October. The Suzuki Swift for 2011 will offer more space with a lower weight when it goes on sale. Following this, power for the Swift will come from a 70kW 1.2-liter petrol and a 56kW 1.3-litre turbo diesel mtoor. The Sport Grade Kizashi will offer a lowered...

Mazda has revealed a four-door coupe concept at a private press event held in Milan. Mazda’s Shinari concept boasts a new front end which will soon find its way onto all future models. The styling theme is called ‘Kodo’ and it means ’soul of motion’ in Japanese. Mazda’s Kodo design language was created through a joint effort between...

October marks the Paris Motor Show, and we’re expecting loads of cool reveals and interesting concepts. This being said, Lotus will fulfill our needs with a new Esprit, Seven and two other hybrids. It was said that the hybrid models will be built on the Geneva-revealed modular chassis concept. Furthermore, one of the two hybrid models being revealed could be roadster...

Citroen has revealed the first bit of details and images on the new DS4 — a 2+2 model with hidden door handles integrated into the window frame. Inside houses a panoramic windshield, ambient lighting, chrome and leather trim, a driver-orientated cockpit and three full-sized rear seats. The exterior includes LED lights, fog lamps, 19-inch wheels and curvy taillights. Engine-wise...

Over a year ago we commented on Ben Collins being The Stig on BBC’s popular motoring show, Top Gear. Since then rumours died, along with all news reports on The Stig. A couple of weeks ago Stig stories appeared once again where it was said that Ben Collins is The Stig, and he wants to tell the world — kind of. According to reports, Ben Collins has...

BMW has released a video of the 1-Series M Coupe. This is the first ‘unveiling’ video we’ve seen, and it’s a real teaser. BMW’s clip only shows a small part of the front-end, however it hints at something greater — a possible reveal at the Paris Motor Show in October.

Lotus has revealed their Evora S and Evora IPS prior to the Paris Motor Show which takes place in October. The Evora S and Evora Intelligent Precision Shift will include new engine layouts, where the S is sporty and the IPS is automatic. Starting with the Evora IPS, Lotus added a 3.5-litre V6 engine with 206kW and 350Nm of torque. When connected to the six-speed automatic...

Senner Tuning has released a new performance package for the Audi A1 in Germany. The kit will include a revised ECU system for the 1.6-litre TDI which boosts power to 103kW with 310Nm of torque, from the original 77kW with 250Nm of torque. Other upgrades include a stainless-steel exhaust system, KW suspension system, 18-inch Barracude Voltec T6 wheels, leather upholstery...

Reports state that Volkswagen are working on a Touareg R Hybrid, and it could be revealed at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show. There are limited details on the Touareg R Hybrid, however it’s rumoured that there will be a 373kW turbocharged V8 engine connected to a 35kW electric motor. When combined, the total output would amount to 408kW. Because there’s electricity...

The Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has launched a brand new driving programme called Driving Skills for Life, or DSFL. The campaign is aimed at promoting Eco Driving while ‘tackling the country’s poor road safety record’. It was said that DSFL is the first programme for South Africa where environmental concerns have been put on an equal footing with...