Lexus South Africa has announced that 467 models will need to be recalled due to a brake fluid leak. The model in question is the 2003-2006 RX range. The problem, as stated by Lexus is as follows: “A seal in the brake master cylinder may leak slightly if the incorrect brake fluid has been used at any time during the car’s life. This could lead to the brake fluid...

Renault will celebrate the Clio’s 20th anniversary with a RS Special Edition which boasts a new colour combination: A Deep Black roof and a Pearlescent White body. The Renault Clio RS 20th will offer a Formula 1-style rear diffuser, upper hatch rail, a new assertive front-grille, a front lip spoiler, and a front splitter. There are new bumper mouldings for the front...

Uwe Gemballa–original Gemballa tuning firm owner–has been found dead in South Africa. It was said that when the body was found it was wrapped in cellophane as he was executed when a deal went bad. Details are limited, however police believe that Uwe was involved in an alleged illegal money laundering scheme with Czech crime boss Radovan Krejcir. According to...

BMW has released more images of the BMW M3 Coupe Frozen Edition which comes with two different paint jobs: Frozen Black and Frozen Grey. The Frozen M3 will be built in a limited run of 25 units where they will boast red brake callipers, black leather and 19-inch wheels. Following this, the transmission unit is a M Dual Clutch Transmission, where the engine pumps out 330kW...

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is currently trying to obtain a contract to produce the new C-Class in South Africa. It was said that the bid currently sits around R2 billion, where the contract will secure around 2,000 new jobs. The production is expected to take place in four-years time, and Mercedes-Benz South Africa are trying their best to land the deal. They are chatting...

Volkswagen has released their 1-ton bakkie into the South African market. It’s called the Volkswagen Amarok and it offers “Best in Class” payload and cargo-loading abilities. The Amarok offers two different engines, and a double-cab body-style. In 2011 VW will introduce a Single-Cab with a longer load bed. The first engine for the Amarok is a 2.0-litre...

Volkswagen South Africa has adjusted the pricing on their Polo Vivo. The entire range–except the 55kW 2-door–will now include air-conditioning, as a standard feature. “The new Polo Vivo is manufactured in South Africa exclusively for South African motorists. In fact, local content levels in the new Polo Vivo now exceed 70% – illustrating the true South...

General Motors South Africa has announced that the new Opel Astra will launch sooner than expected, in South Africa. The 2011 Astra was originally scheduled to launch in 2011, however Opel now will stock the new models in the next few weeks. There will be five-doors, with a sporty-coupe like design. Power comes from a 1.4-litre, a 1.6-litre turbocharged, and a 1.6-litre...

Ford has tweaked their Focus line-up for the South African market. We’ve attached the price list as of September 3, 2010 as well as a lot of images below the price list. Five-door Hatchback: Four-door Sedan: Focus 1.8 Ambiente Focus 1.8 Ambiente Focus 1.8 Si Focus 2.0 Trend Focus 2.0 Si Focus 2.0 Trend A/T Focus 2.0 TDCi Si Focus 2.0 TDCi Powershift...

Unfortunately South Africans are now subject to an ad valorem CO2 emission tax on all new passenger motor vehicles. As of 1 September, 2010 the tax will not only steal money from consumers but also attempt to move buyers to a more fuel, and energy, efficient future. Passenger vehicles which emit over 120g/km will be subject to tax of R75 per g/km over this figure. CO2...

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...

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...

Renault has revealed their brand new flagship sedan at the Moscow Motor Show in Russia. The new flagship is called the Latitude and it will be manufactured in South Korea at the Busan Renault-Samsung-Motors plant. The Renault Latitude pictured here will be available in South Africa, Morocco, Algeria, Russia and the Ukraine. The French brand will reveal a slightly more...

Ford Motor Company South Africa are recalling Mazda3 and Mazda5 models due to reports of power steering problems. Ford said that 2,240 Mazda5 and 660 Mazda3 models build between 2007 and 2008 could potentially suffer from this problem. It was said that rust from a high-pressure pump could cause a slight bit of strain on the power steering pump, resulting in the entire...

Chrysler South Africa has added a special edition Jeep to the range. It’s called the Wrangler Mountain and it will be available in Mango Tango and Rescue Green exterior colours. Pricing for the Jeep Wrangler Mountain starts at R339,900. The engine is a 3.8-litre V6 unit connected to a 4-speed automatic gearbox. “Customers’ growing demand for accessories...