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Kia has revealed the official images of its striking new Sportage compact SUV. The outside of the vehicle challenges Kia’s design norms and moves the Sportage identity into the next generation, while paying homage to its heritage. Due for global market launch later this year, more information on the all-new Sportage will be made available in the coming months. South African introduction is dependent on production capacity, however we don’t foresee Hyundai and KIA being affected by the planet-wide semiconductor chip crisis. | IOL Motoring

According to Haval, a lot has been said about its new L.E.M.O.N platform of late. The Jolion, which the brand launched in April, was the first product to feature this new technological platform from the company. The modular platform has also completed road testing of more than 6 million kilometres. The third generation Haval H6 also boasts ESP (electronic stability program), a 360-degree camera system, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist, an all-round Blind Spot Monitoring system and TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System). Prices start at R419 900. | IOL Motoring

What a turnaround it has been for Red Bull KTM in recent weeks. After an underwhelming start to the season, the team has found its groove in the last two races at the Italian GP and most recently at the Catalan GP. South Africa's Brad Binder, however, said he didn’t get the best of starts last weekend and he lost a few positions. “I would have liked to have done a lot better than eighth place because I felt we had the potential, but I struggled with rear traction (on Sunday),” he said. Binder is looking for a podium finish in Germany at Sachsenring on June 20. | IOL Sport

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