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Defender Awards 2025: Entry alert for Conservation and Humanitarian Honours

Non-profit organisations in South Africa and six other countries have only a few days left to enter the inaugural Defender Awards, with submissions closing on […]

Posted by CAR magazine - 9 June 2025

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Holgate Foundation Embarks on Mozambique Expedition with Defender Convoy

The Kingsley Holgate Foundation is off on its latest expedition into Mozambique with a fleet of new and old Land Rover Defender SUVs.

By Siyavuya Mbaduli - 3 June 2025

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What Is a Ladder Frame Chassis and Why do Off-Roaders Love It?

Among purpose-built off-road vehicles, the ladder frame chassis continues to be the preferred structural foundation. While many modern passenger cars and crossovers use a unibody […]

By CAR magazine - 2 June 2025

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Ford Everest Sport 4×4: Long Termer Update – Leisure Wheels

The Ford Everest Sport 4×4 walks the line between rugged and refined with impressive composure. Now two months into its time as the Leisure Wheels […]

By Oliver Keohane - 29 May 2025

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Nissan Spirit of Africa Gears Up with Navara PRO-4X Warrior

Now in its 21st year, the Spirit of Africa Trophy has once again drawn hundreds of off-road enthusiasts to tackle what’s widely regarded as the […]

By CAR magazine - 28 May 2025

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How to Read a 4×4 Tyre Sidewall: Complete Guide

Learn how to read your 4×4’s tyre sidewall. Understand size codes, load indexes, speed ratings and what they mean for safe and capable off-road driving.

By CAR magazine - 21 May 2025

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Beginner’s Guide to Buying a Used 4×4: What to Look Out For

Buying a second-hand 4×4 is a more affordable and viable way to get into off-road driving. But off-road vehicles often live hard lives, and even […]

By CAR magazine - 20 May 2025

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Explained: GVM, Towing Capacity and Payload

It’s easy to focus on accessories—roof racks, rooftop tents, fridges, and storage systems, when preparing a vehicle for overlanding. But without understanding your vehicle’s weight […]

By CAR magazine - 16 May 2025

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Beginner’s Guide to 4×4 Recovery Gear: What You Need and Why

Off-road driving comes with its share of risk: loss of traction, momentum stalls, or unexpected terrain changes. Recovery gear is essential for managing these situations, especially if […]

By CAR magazine - 15 May 2025

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AWD vs 4WD: What’s the Difference and Which One Should You Choose?

Compare AWD vs 4WD systems, learn their key differences, and find out which drivetrain suits your driving needs—from gravel roads to off-road trails.

By CAR magazine - 14 May 2025

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South African Panel Announced for Global Defender Awards Judging

Three panellists have been appointed to adjudicate entries from South Africa for the inaugural international Defender Awards, a new initiative recognising individuals and organisations contributing […]

By Oliver Keohane - 7 May 2025

Leisure Wheels

Ford Everest Sport 4×4: Long Termer Introduction – Leisure Wheels

It’s been a month since the Ford Everest Sport arrived. After four weeks using the 7-seater SUV as a daily companion, road tripper, and occasional […]

By Oliver Keohane - 30 April 2025

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Solar-Powered Citroëns Make It From Morocco to South Africa in an Epic Four-Month Expedition

In a bold effort to reinforce the possibilities of sustainable mobility, four fully-electric Citroën AMI vehicles travelled from Morocco to South Africa.

By Oliver Keohane - 4 March 2025

Driving Impressions

Review: Jeep Wrangler 2.0T Sport

The 2025 Jeep Wrangler has arrived in South Africa. Ollie Keohane got to grips with the iconic off-roader driving roads, mountains and dunes during its launch.

By Oliver Keohane - 14 February 2025

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A Week with the Toyota Hilux GR-S III – Leisure Wheels

The wide-bodied, mean-looking Hilux GR-Sport III rolled in to accompany us for a trip up to Elandskloof Farm, in Helderstroom. We take a look at […]

By Oliver Keohane - 11 February 2025

Leisure Wheels

Car owner? Three Simple Steps to Getting the Right Insurance at the Right Price

Comprehensive car insurance should have you covered – but what if it’s not as comprehensive as you think? Whether you’re an off-road enthusiast or just need reliable cover for daily drives, here are some key things to check before signing up.

By Oliver Keohane - 2 February 2025

Driving Impressions

Living with it – Ford Ranger Tremor [Holiday update]

The Ford Ranger Tremor, despite its tidy urban manners, is most at home in the wild or on the open road. We took it out […]

By Oliver Keohane - 31 January 2025

LWBlogs

Living With It – Isuzu D-Max 1.9 X-Rider [Introduction]

In the final months of 2024, we received the Isuzu D-Max 1.9 X-Rider to test as a long-term vehicle, through the summer and into the […]

By Ryan Vrede - 20 January 2025

4x4-news

Living With It – Ford Ranger Tremor [Introduction]

At the start of December 2024, we received the Ford Ranger Tremor to accompany us for the holiday season and drive us into the new […]

By Oliver Keohane - 9 January 2025

4x4-news

Artic Truck, African heat: Isuzu’s D-Max AT35 in the Cederberg

Despite the Arctic origins of Isuzu’s AT35 D-Max, the imposing double cab was in its element transporting five occupants and a load bin full of […]

By Oliver Keohane - 22 November 2024

Leisure Wheels

Klein Karoo in the Mercedes-Benz GLA200d AMG Line

The facelifted Mercedes-Benz GLA200d was a stylish companion on a short trip out of the city. Every October a festival in the Klein Karoo rolls […]

By Oliver Keohane - 11 November 2024

New Models

Jetour T2 & Jaecoo J6 Teased in China Could Come to SA

Another Chery sub-brand, another boxy off-roader? The Jetour T2 was teased alongside the Jaecoo J6 at the New Energy and Aftermarket Expo at the Chery Global User Summit in Wuhu, China. Would these retro-styled off-roaders find favour in Msanzi?

By Oliver Keohane - 2 November 2024

4x4-news

Potent Ford Ranger PHEV Power Figures Revealed!

Boasting more torque than the Ranger Raptor, Ford has officially announced the power and torque figures of the first-ever Ranger PHEV.

By Marius Boonzaier - 17 September 2024

Leisure Wheels

Spoiled For Choice: GWM P500 vs Ford Ranger Tremor

The GWM P500 2.4T 9AT 4X4 Super Luxury and the Ford Ranger Tremor represent two approaches to SA’s double-cab bakkie market. Which would you take?

By Charlen Raymond - 11 September 2024

4x4-news

The New Kingsley Defender Celebrates the Joy of Defender Ownership

The new Kingsley Land Rover Defender is a retromod with a good old V8. Available in both 90 and 110 body styles, which would you take?

By Marius Boonzaier - 10 September 2024

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