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2021 Citroën C3 Shine Review and Road Test

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Pros – unique styling; comfortable seating; solid ride and handling. Cons – pricey; limited rear leg and head room. The latest offering from the back in SA brand is the 2021 Citroen C3 Shine, and we have thought up a few keywords to describe it starting with quirky, fun, cool, different, and possibly even pretty. It’s a fantastical little hatch that offers unique styling, a funky design and plenty of practicality. It even sports Air Bumps, which are at least slightly more discreet then the previous door protection fitted to…

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Jaguar XF R-Dynamic Black(2021)

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Jaguar XF R-Dynamic Black Another example of car manufacturers upgrading and enhancing its offer is Jaguar with the XF R-Dynamic Black edition. The XF is already an award-winning Sedan and now the introduction of the new R-Dynamic Black model benefits from several key features. The Black pack includes Gloss Black finish applied to the door mirror caps, side sills, the grille surround, side window surrounds, fender vents and rear badges. Privacy glass, panoramic roof, red brake calipers and 19 -inch Gloss Black wheels are other noticeable features.  Inside the interior…

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Volkswagen Golf 8 GTi (2021)

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Across the globe the VW Golf GTi has become a Legend amongst car enthusiasts and has created a loyal fan base in most countries. South Africa is certainly one of the countries that feature at the top of this list due to the many local buyers who just love this machine. Not many Sports cars can compete with this four-seater icon which has earned huge respect from South African petrol heads who demand an exciting drivers experience from the car off their choice. Now just arrived on our shores the…

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Enhanced Jaguar F-PACE SUV now in South Africa

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The Jaguar F-Pace came to South Africa in early 2016 and contributed significantly to unit sales of the Jaguar range, soon becoming the best- selling model in the line-up. By November 2016 the F-Pace had sold 304 units followed by the XE at 228 units, F-Type at 153 units and XF with 148 units. The XJ was losing ground at this stage only managing to sell 19 units. Now in August 2021 Jaguar have upgraded the F-PACE SUV to ensure the model continues to sell and be appealing to Jaguar…

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Audi e-tron range heading to South Africa

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The race is on as automobile manufacturers begin to make actual progress in showcasing actual electric vehicles available for purchase by buyers looking for full electric alternatives. In South Africa Audi is one such manufacturer bringing its e-tron range to the country early in 2022. A model range that includes the e-tron SUV, e-tron Sportback and e-tron GT. Over the past 100 years Audi has built its brand hinged on producing prestige vehicles with advance technology and design. The quattro all-wheel drive was introduced ahead of its competition and the…

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All new Kia Sportage SUV(2021)

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The Kia Motor company (Korean Industry of Automobile) first launched in South Africa in December 1997 through a division of the Imperial group. Since launch the brand has increased in sales and penetration achieving a place in the top-ten automakers in South Africa. The latest model to be given a re-design is the larger SUV in the family the Kia Sportage. The fifth generation Sportage projects cutting edge sleek yet muscular exterior design along with new design features in the interior. Kia’s acclaimed “Opposites United” design philosophy is at the heart of the new Sportage youthful appearance. The…

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The New Suzuki GSX-S1000 to arrive on SA Shores(2021)

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The excitement is growing in South Africa with the Worldwide launch of the new Suzuki GSX-S1000 which took place in April 2021. Before we get into specifications and the finer details of this Monster! We can expect the first stock arrival and official launch of the GSX-S1000 in the 1st quarter of 2022” says Baker. South African pricing is still to be released and will be released later this year. The previous GSX-S1000 A and F model did quite well in the South African market, customers just loved the power,…

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Updated Suzuki Swift for 2021 Reviewed

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Suzuki – the fastest-growing automotive brand in the country, has just updated 2 of its top-selling models, we look at the Swift 1.2GLX 5MT. To read the Review of the outgoing Swift Click Here  Whats New? Suzuki has announced an update to its popular compact hatchback/budget car using the word “minor” and I would like to say from the outset it is less than a minor up-date. The revision offers a few new colours (including some 2-tone options on the GLX derivatives) and a new sportier 15-inch alloy wheel design. If you have a look…

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Range Rover Velar ( 2021) spec and pricing

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The Range Rover model line-up has always been the vehicle of choice for Royalty and celebrities. The newest variant to join is the Range Rover Velar introduced in September 2017 and now available with an expanded array of power and tech. This update includes new infotainment technology, new design features and a choice of five powertrains including an electric plug-in hybrid option, all available in South Africa. Exterior enhancements include a black contrast roof, matching 20-inch black alloy wheels, sliding panoramic roof and for the buyers of the special edition Landmark model exterior colours of Lantau Bronze, Hakuba…

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Driven: Peugeot 2008 SUV(2021)

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Peugeot have come a long way in recent years. One of the first stand out Peugeot’s I spent time with was in 2018 with the 3008 model, and I must say it was just light years ahead with the design and interior fit and finish (Read about it here). If you had asked me 15 years ago if I would consider a car from this French manufacturer I would have told you “how nice the seats are designed” but that’s about the only appeal I had for them. Nonetheless here we are in 2021 and Oh Boy, how things have…

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All New Kia Sonet( 2021) Spec and Pricing

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The B-SUV Segment in South Africa contains Urban Compact SUV’s and is one of the most active and burgeoning segments amongst the many Auto categories. Built in Anantapur in India the new Kia Sonet is one of the vehicles of choice in this segment. The new Sonet has been re-developed and engineered from the ground up and has been designed as the compact SUV which ticks all the boxes offering many features and remaining value for money. Engineers from India and South Korea have tested the new Sonet covering over 100 000km across diverse driving terrain, situations and climatic…

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Land Rover Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque special editions for South Africa

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Two of South Africa’s most popular compact SUVs, the Land Rover Discovery and Range Rover Evoque, will be offered in a special edition model. Firstly, the new Discovery Sport Urban Edition based on the current R-Dynamic specification will feature distinct design elements including shadow aluminium finishes, non-leather Luxtec Suedecloth seats and a black contrast roof. Available in six colours, Namib Orange, Carpathian Grey, Firenze Red, Santorini Black, Ostuni White and Hakuba Silver. Also included are Land Rover’s latest technology such as the powered tailgate, ClearSight Interior Rear View Mirror which switches between a video feed and mirror allowing…

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Locally produced Nissan Navara for 2021

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With the new locally built Nissan Navara set to roll off the production line at Nissans Rosslyn plant in June 2021, orders are now open. Retail prices start at R311 000 for the 2.5 Petrol XE SC and R740 000 for the top of the range 2.5D PRO- 4X 4×4 AT DC. The new Navara line-up is an exciting range with a variant to suit everyone’s needs, whether you are buying for business or a family leisure vehicle suitable for both on and off road. Even with Improved styling, enhanced technical and power specs, the Navara still remains…

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NEW FERRARI LIMITED-EDITION V12: THE COUNTDOWN HAS BEGUN

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The new model is the ultimate expression of Ferrari’s concept of an extreme front-engined berlinetta, honing the characteristics of the 812 Superfast to a level never seen before. The result is a car that encapsulates  the company’s 70-plus years of experience on the world’s circuits, drawing on its thoroughbred sports car DNA to deliver a perfect marriage of performance, form, and function. Aimed at Ferrari’s most passionate collectors and connoisseurs, it features numerous engineering solutions to guarantee peerless driving pleasure. As is the case with all Ferrari’s cars, the most…

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New Look Suzuki Swift (2021)

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The model which is driving the success for Suzuki in South Africa is the Suzuki “Swift”, selling 749 units in March 2021 from a total number of units sold of 1 962 (38% of total sales). The Swift is also South Africa’s top award-winning Budget car of the year. Introduced to the SA market in 2018 the Swift has become a best seller and notched up Car of the year nominations in South Africa, Japan, and Europe. Now its time to give this winner an updated fresh face to ensure it stays on top of the…

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Introducing the new Jaguar I-PACE Black(2021)

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  As car manufactures accept the future of the automobile lies in all-electric powered vehicles they know they need to produce more appealing styled cars to ensure customers continue to buy their brand. Jaguar is one manufacturer which has pushed the boundaries in car design producing the I-Pace full electric model. This vehicle has achieved global recognition and won multiple awards for its outstanding design. In a further bid to up the tempo Jaguar is now launching the I-Pace Black edition. The Black variant includes a panoramic roof, privacy glass, and black gloss treatment on the mirror…

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Nissan Magnite (2021) Pricing and Spec

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The highly anticipated arrival to South Africa of the compact utility SUV the Nissan Magnite has been confirmed and is now available for purchase. The B-Sport Utility vehicle will compete with the likes of the newly introduced Suzuki Vitara Brezza and the Toyota Urban Cruiser. The Nissan Magnite comes with many first-in-class and best-in-segment features that will surely attract new buyers in this category to the Nissan brand. The Around View Monitor (AVM) is one of these features which provides the driver with a virtual bird’s eye view from above the vehicle. Other Best-in class…

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Toyota Prius (2021) Spec and Pricing

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The Toyota Prius is no stranger to the automobile market especially on the global stage where celebrities have made it an icon. Now in its 4 th – generation it continues to stand out from the crowd. Going into 2021 the Prius has been outfitted with some notable upgrades and enhancements aligning it with other premium models in the Toyota stable. Keeping Safety top of mind Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) has been added bringing with it an array of safety aide including Pre-Crash System (PCS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Automatic High Beam (AHB), Blind Spot Monitor…

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Suzuki Continues to Break Sales Records March 2021

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It was only in October 2020 when Suzuki first broke through the 2 000-sales level selling 2 032 units from dealerships, rental, and government sales. Now in March 2021 the Japanese vehicle manufacturer has smashed that record by selling 2 397 units which was a 12% increase on the previous record and a massive 92% increase over March 2020. (Note: Covid would have had an impact on March 2020 sales). Reports from Naamsa indicate Suzuki now has 8,54% market share of passenger vehicles and 5,23% share of the total industry. This means Suzuki is outperforming the general vehicle sales…

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The number of 500s made in Poland reaches 2.5 million!

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You see them on the road in South Africa and in Italy, UK, France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands and Japan to mention just a few countries in the world. The Fiat 500 just achieved 2.5 million models produced at Stellantis the Fiat plant in Tychy Poland. This is a record for a single model production at this factory. The actual 2.5 million model manufactured was a 500 Hybrid equipped with a 70 – hp mild hybrid engine, an efficient compact lightweight hybrid power unit reducing consumption and emissions. This variant was Fiats entry-point into the world…

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