The all-new Lexus ES has arrived in South Africa with a more spacious cabin, refined styling and upgraded technology. Read on tinyurl.com/mtvj4sys #Motoring #LexusES #SouthAfrica #Technology

Tesla CEO Elon Musk unveiled what he described as a "flying" car, equipped with thrusters, during a livestreamed event at his SpaceX rocket company's facility on Thursday. Read on tinyurl.com/3e32jsr3 #ElonMusk #Tesla #FlyingCar

The Suzuki XL-6 aims to bridge the gap between the practical people mover and the more aspirational SUV. Read on tinyurl.com/38pwwess #SuzukiXL6 #LocalGovernmentElections #Motoring

Eskom has launched public electric vehicle charging facilities at Gateway and Pavilion malls in Durban as part of its expanding e-mobility programme, offering a 20% introductory discount for the first six months. Read on tinyurl.com/44w5wcy7 #Eskom #EVCharging #Durban

GAC’s Emzoom Nova is making a case for Chinese cars that offer more than value for money and a long list of features, with a road test revealing a compact crossover that puts driving enjoyment firmly in the spotlight. Read on tinyurl.com/22hu44ss #GAC #Emzoom #CarReviews

A review of the Mazda CX-30 says its free-revving 2.0-litre naturally aspirated engine, with 121 kW and 210 Nm, makes it more fun to drive than rivals, with prices from R539,000 to R652,000. Read on tinyurl.com/yc8pb54r #Mazda #CX30 #CarReview

Chery has introduced its new Q electric car to the South African market, with pricing starting at R350,000. Read on tinyurl.com/4r38wfje #CheryQ #MotoringSA #UrbanDriving #news #IOL

SPONSORED | @BidvestMcCarthy has added BYD to its Pretoria portfolio, with dedicated dealerships in Lynnwood and Arcadia offering access to the brand’s electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle range. iol.co.za/motoring/partnered…

Lance Witten calls the Omoda C7 a fashion statement with a spacious cabin and pricing from R539,900 to R589,900, but says its 1.6-litre turbo feels less engaging to drive than rivals such as the Mazda CX-30. Read on tinyurl.com/2h2845ju #Omoda #C7 #CarReview

Chery South Africa has named its first one-tonne bakkie the Grootman after a public vote, with the Hilux rival due in the first quarter of 2027. Read on tinyurl.com/2txmwsw5 #Chery #Grootman #Bakkie

BMW has revealed the new 3 Series, with the six-cylinder M350 xDrive confirmed for South Africa in the first quarter of 2027 alongside the 320 and electric i3 50 xDrive.Hashtags: Read on tinyurl.com/42afmz39 #BMW #3Series #MotoringSA

German automobile giant Volkswagen confirmed a recall of around 2.86 million vehicles worldwide over a potential steering risk, according to the German transport authority KBA. Read on tinyurl.com/ua85czhb #Volkswagen #Audi #VehicleRecall #news #IOL

The Suzuki Across offers good value and plenty of equipment from R349,900, but its 1.5-litre mild-hybrid engine is underpowered for the SUV’s size. Read on tinyurl.com/vfs5yfaf #SuzukiAcross #CarReview #IOLMotoring

SPONSORED | 🏁 Gravel Kings 3.0 returns to the Nuy Valley, Worcester, from 18–20 September, with gravel drag racing, live music, overlanding displays and more. Full weekend passes start at R450. 🏎️

SPONSORED | @Mazda_SA has announced the arrival of the all-new Mazda CX-5, featuring updated design, technology, safety and performance. 🚙 #MazdaCX5 #MazdaSA iol.co.za/motoring/partnered…

PARTNERED | Meet the new Volkswagen Caravelle eHybrid, combining plug-in hybrid efficiency, 4MOTION all-wheel drive and a flexible seven-seat interior for everyday journeys and weekend adventures. Now available for pre-order in South Africa. iol.co.za/motoring/2-09-09-t…