Sneak video preview of Mercedes-Benz X-class bakkie at Nampo
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,...
What causes a car to catch fire?
Usually, it’s a fuel or oil leak, or an electrical short. And the problem often starts with poor maintenance.
Buying a 4WD vehicle second-hand
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 Tucson: The ideal family car for the farmer
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....
Ford Everest range expanded
Additional models in the Ford Everest range make this highly impressive SUV a serious option for many more buyers. Gavin Foster reports.
Coming soon: the Mercedes-Benz bakkie!
Rumours that Mercedes-Benz was developing a bakkie were confirmed by the recent unveiling of the X-Class concept in Stockholm.
Motoring review: JMC Carrying 1,6t light truck
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...
The new JMC Landwind SUV
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.
The new Hilux: a giant leap forward
Better ride quality, performance and build are just some of the features that make this the most significant new Hilux in decades, says Gavin Foster.
JMC Vigus: up there with the best
The words ‘Chinese’ and ‘quality’ are seldom used together. But things are changing. And if you had doubts about Chinese bakkies, the new JMC Vigus will dispel them rapidly, says...
Ford Tourneo Connect test
Spacious, comfortable and economical, the Ford Tourneo Connect has much to offer as a family vehicle. Jake Venter had a closer look at two of the four models, and came...
Functional & affordable – JMC 1,6T Carrying light truck
The JMC 1,6T Carrying light truck comes in various configurations and is a real workhorse, but still caters for the comfort of drivers.
Ranger XL-Plus: seriously tough
The Ford 4x4 one-tonner is even more capable than the XL, says Jake Venter.
The Prado gets a facelift
Top engineering and performance come at a cost – and not only a financial one! After test-driving the new Prado, Chris Nel finds himself admiring its technology, but questioning its...
Land Rover Freelander 2 – performance & comfort
Land Rover’s Freelander 2 combines everything you need to be able to travel South Africa’s highways and byways in comfort and safety. And there’s plenty of power and driving performance...
The Mitsubishi Triton Single Cab tough & capable
If the 2,4l petrol model is anything to go by, Mitsubishi’s new 4x2 Triton Single Cab bakkies have the potential to make a name for themselves as highly efficient workhorses....
GWM C10: get it all without breaking the bank
Crammed with features, yet highly affordable, this handsome hatchback is good value for money. Just a pity about the lack of vooma. Lloyd Phillips reports.
The GWM Steed 5
GWM’s new double-cabs are ready for any task and should appeal to SA’s cost-conscious bakkie-lovers. Lloyd Phillips reports.
A double cab that means business
Robust and sporty. Packed with features. And keenly priced. That’s GWM’s new 4x2 or 4x4 Steed 5 2.0VGT Double Cab. And at its heart is the gutsy 4D20 turbo diesel...
