Motoring

Travelling on a dirt road can be a bumpy and, more often than not, dirty experience. But as much as these roads can be frustrating to drive on, they can also be a great experience.

Looking for an affordable, capable, yet comfortable bakkie without unnecessary frills? JMC’s Boarding Euro IV could well be it, says Chris Nel.

A professional tyre test takes place in wet and dry conditions and is measured exactly, says Jake Venter.

Common sense will help to ensure years of trouble-free motoring. Lack of it can have disastrous results, says Jake Venter.

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class premium bakkie is set to make a dramatic entrance into South Africa later this year, and will offer all the qualities of a classic pick-up – toughness, reliability, strength and off-road capability.

Usually, it’s a fuel or oil leak, or an electrical short. And the problem often starts with poor maintenance.

Before you’re tempted to snap up that bargain-priced second-hand 4WD, check it carefully! These vehicles are more complex and usually punished harder than ordinary cars.

Hyundai has earned a reputation for quality and reliability. In a hotly contested class, the new Tucson compact stands out. It’s comfortable on the tar and capable on dirt roads. Gavin Foster reports.

Additional models in the Ford Everest range make this highly impressive SUV a serious option for many more buyers. Gavin Foster reports.

Rumours that Mercedes-Benz was developing a bakkie were confirmed by the recent unveiling of the X-Class concept in Stockholm.

Testing a brand-new commercial vehicle is not necessarily a fair reflection of its capability and performance. After a few thousand kilometres, it is an altogether different matter, as Chris Nel discovers.

The JMC Landwind SUV spearheads the Chinese invasion of this SA car market sector. Chris Nel gives his impressions after driving it for a week.