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Mahindra Scorpio S11 SUV(2020) with Pricing

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Mahindra SA was established in 1996, bringing both its global name and expertise to South Africa. At this time the local market was awash with Chinese and Indian bakkies with new brands being launched on a regular basis. Overtime though most of these brands have disappeared from the market with only a few proving to have the quality to endure. One of those has been Mahindra after 15 years this brand has become one of the country’s fastest growing passenger vehicle and bakkie manufacturers. In February 2020 the new upgraded Scorpio S11 SUV was launched into…

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New Toyota Corolla(2020) and Pricing

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It is a very rare occasion to be driving in your car in almost any city in the world and not see a Toyota Corolla on the road along with you. If you happen to be in Bangkok a city in Thailand with a population of 8.3 million you would notice the majority of taxi’s are Toyota Corolla’s and many other cities have exactly the same situation. It is no surprise then to know this household name Toyota Corolla, across the world, is the globes best-selling automobile. First launched in 1966 the Corolla…

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S-Presso introduces urban SUV style to the entry-level market.

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No it’s not a new coffee arriving on the market, it’s the latest new SUV introduced by Suzuki Auto. Launching in March 2020 the new urban SUV S-Presso joins Suzuki’s range of models available to the South African consumer. With a choice of five model derivatives and two transmission options the new S-Presso is set to dominate the entry level SUV market. The S-Presso follows the success of the Jimny and Ignis, both models being created for the ultra-compact SUV market segment. The S-Presso being the third option offered to…

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Pricing announced for new Land Rover Defender in South Africa starting from R948k (2020)

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After 64 years of producing 2 million vehicles the last built Land Rover Defender rolled off the production line at the end of January 2016. 70% of this iconic model are still driving the roads somewhere in the world and the Defender still has a loyal following from customers who have loved this famous “Landy” which is recognisable in every corner of the globe. Jump ahead four years later and the order books are open for the all new Defender 110 long wheelbase available to customers from June 2020 and…

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Honda’s BR-V Updated (2020)

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Honda Motor Southern Africa has refreshed its compact BR-V sport utility vehicle (SUV) range for 2020 by introducing some subtle changes to the interior and exterior design. The aim was to enhance both the styling and functionality along with improving on-road drivability. The BR-V is currently the only seven-seater sport utility vehicle and remains one of Honda’s core models in the SA line-up. This gives the BR-V significant advantage over its competitors and consistently makes it one of their top two best-sellers, the other being the Honda Amaze compact sedan.…

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FIRST Images of the next generation KIA Sorento revealed(2020)

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Although the all-new Kia Sorento is scheduled to make its first public appearance later in 2020 at the Geneva International Motor Show, today we can reveal some images released by Kia Motors Corporation. More stylish than ever the Sorento’s redefined design incorporates sharper lines and uninterrupted surfaces, making it noticeably more sculpted than its more round-edged predecessor. With more contemporary geometric details the overall design has certainly matured projecting a more desirable design look. The now easily recognisable “Tiger nose grill” takes on a wider and more expansive position integrating…

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The new Renault TRIBER presents South Africa with a unique offering…..

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You may well ask “What is this unique offering from Renault in their all new Triber” Well let us take a look…………………. SUV design cues with best in class ground clearance of 182mm. 100 seating configurations available. With ultra-flexibility of moving from a 5-seater to a 7- seater configuration with ease. An impressive boot space of 625L (in the 5-seater mode) along with the cabin being able to provide ample room for passengers in all rows for maximum comfort. Well-equipped interior equipment such as a reverse camera, Apple CarPlay, Android…

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The New Nissan Micra(2020) –  A reason to celebrate Valentines day.

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It may only be two days before Valentine’s day and we are all so looking forward to spending some well- deserved time with our sweetheart.  However it is also a good time to meet the all new Nissan Micra turbo which could also steal your heart away!!!! The all new Nissan Micra driven by a sporty turbocharged 1.0 litre petrol engine will produce 84 kilowatts of power – an extra 20Nm engine overboost – and 180 Newton meters of torque, giving you instant acceleration and dynamic performance. This new Micra…

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The Haval H2(2020) – A South African success story.

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Many South Africans will recognise the Chinese car brand GWC (Great Wall of China) sporting a 12 year presence in the country although under the wing of an importer distributor. In May 2017 GMC launched itself fully in the country and also brought with it Haval a wholly-owned subsidiary of GWC. With such a short time in the market (Less than three years) the Haval brand has made good progress in establishing its name, selling in excess of 1,000 units a month. (January 2020 sold 1083 within the borders of…

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Kia Motors making bold moves in the compact SUV segment

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At the Delhi Auto Expo 2020 in India, Kia revealed the new Sonet concept SUV. Unveiled for the first time today the Kia Sonet previews its future global concept SUV. With a modern, dynamic bold design, the Sonet is equipped with several first-in-class features. These include Kia’s signature ‘tiger-nose’ grill, stepwell geometry within the grille mesh, and ‘tiger eyeline day time running lights. Inside, the Sonet is designed with a young social, connected, a savvy-tech buyer in mind. The cabin is fitted with a 10,25 inch infotainment system, UVO connect…

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The new Land Rover Defender (2019)

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This is the new Land Rover Defender. It is clever, capable and safe for all the family, and in a category of its own. New Defender is built for adventurous hearts and curious minds, for those who know the value of community and strive to make a difference. Emotionally charged design A distinctive silhouette makes the new Defender instantly recognisable, with minimal front and rear overhangs providing excellent approach and departure angles. Land Rover’s designers re-envisioned familiar Defender trademarks for the 21st century, giving the new 4×4 a purposeful upright…

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New KIA XCeed urban crossover Due June 2019

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KIA Motors released the first image of the new KIA XCeed urban crossover, due to be revealed later in June 2019. Stylish, expressive and modern in design, the new crossover utility vehicle (CUV) represents a sporty alternative to traditional larger SUVs. The swept-back, coupé-like appearance of the new KIA XCeed is a product of the brand’s European design centre in Frankfurt, Germany, designed under the direction of Gregory Guillaume, Vice President of Design for KIA Motors Europe. The combination of its elevated ride height and lower hip point give the…

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Review: The all new Suzuki Swift! Reviewed and Loved!

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The Suzuki Swift entered South Africa’s market in 2008 and swiftly became a very popular, great value-for-money, fresh in the hatchback segment. Suzuki introduces the new Swift, to include all of its favoured attributes, plus enhancements to offer more space, more efficiency, more convenience and better fuel consumption! Design  The new Swift takes a big leap forward in terms of design. While the overall shape is still largely familiar, there are big changes to its exterior. It’s sportier, bolder and more modern, thanks to integrated and reinterpreted styling elements such…

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Golf R gets a 15kw Boost, optional R Performance Titanium exhaust as well as R Performance brakes!

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In the four decades since first launching in South Africa, over 350 000 Golfs have been sold in the country. Since the launch of the seventh generation Golf model range in 2013 the Golf GTI, Golf GTD and Golf R models have made up more than 45% of all Golf sales in South Africa. Volkswagen is adding more power to the seventh generation Golf R performance derivative by increasing the power output to 228kW from 213kW – making it the most powerful Golf ever sold by Volkswagen South Africa. The seventh…

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South Africa’s most Expensive all electric car starts at R1.6 Million

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Jaguar has revealed pricing for the upcoming I-PACE in South Africa. The all-electric SUV will be available in three trim grades including S, SE and HSE, while a limited run of First Edition models will act as range-toppers for one year only. All variants come with identical powertrains comprising a 90kWh battery positioned in the floor for a low centre of gravity, and two axle-mounted synchronous electric motors paired with concentric single speed transmissions. Its 294kW/696Nm peak power is enough to launch the all-wheel drive SUV from 0-100km/h in 4.8…

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TOYOTA AND ARCTIC TRUCKS CELEBRATE HILUX’S HALF CENTURY WITH NEW INVINCIBLE 50 LIMITED EDITION

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The Toyota Hilux’s first 50 years have been packed with achievement, its status as a world-beating machine confirmed by feats such as the conquest of both North and South Poles, scaling the slopes of an erupting volcano and surviving ordeals of fire, water and explosives courtesy of the Top Gear television programme. To mark this exceptional half-century, Toyota has created a new and exclusive Hilux, the Hilux Invincible 50. This special edition has been engineered in partnership with Arctic Trucks, the Iceland-based specialists in extreme terrain driving. The modifications include…

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Volkswagen extends Caravelle line-up with special edition PanAmericana

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The PanAmericana is flexible and exclusive for individualists. The PanAmericana features stylish interior and exclusive design elements such as the underrun protection and the ‘Nucleus Grey’ structure-painted bumpers. The new PanAmericana combines the comfort of the Caravelle and the trusted 4MOTION drive system meaning that no matter where you plan to go, the PanAmericana is supremely up to the task. The PanAmericana‘s striking external features include front and rear bumpers painted in a textured effect, underbody protection at front and back, side sill attachments, stone guard film along the lower…

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BMW M Performance Parts for the new BMW 3 Series.

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A wide range of options for accentuating the dynamic character of the middle class limousine. To coincide with the presentation of the new BMW 3 Series Limousine (combined fuel consumption: 6,1 – 4,1 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 139 – 108 g/km) * an extensive range of M Performance Parts is also being introduce as Original BMW Accessories for the new edition of this premium middle class car. With components directly inspired by and derived from motor racing for the interior and exterior as well as for the drive system…

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This is a rear-drive modified Lambo with 610Kws

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When Lamborghini relieved the Huracan of its front driveshaft, thus making it rear-wheel drive, it also cut power from 449Kws to ‘just’ 427Kws. The lighter, edgier LP580-2 would still do 0-100Km/h in less than 3.5 seconds and nudge 320km/h flat out, though. And for the first time, pull big, smokey slides in the process. Novitec’s Huracan will also do smokey drifts. Bigger ones, if the power figure is anything to go buy. To the naturally-aspirated V10 the German tuner has bolted two – yes, two – superchargers, taking total output to…

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Yamaha Cross Hub concept is a motorbike-carrying SUV

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25 Oct, 2017 11:00am Lawrence Allan Yamaha follow up 2015 sports car concept with unusual pickup-style SUV at the Tokyo Motor Show Yamaha has once again branched out from motorcycles to showcase a new concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show. The latest vehicle, called the Cross Hub, is a combination of a pick-up and an SUV, and follows on from the 2013 Motiv and 2015 Sports Ride concepts. Very little detail was given about the Cross Hub concept at Yamaha’s show conference, but we do know that it’s targeted…

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