Motoring

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.

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 Chris Nel.

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 away impressed.

The JMC 1,6T Carrying light truck comes in various configurations and is a real workhorse, but still caters for the comfort of drivers.

The Ford 4x4 one-tonner is even more capable than the XL, says Jake Venter.

Jake Venter takes the Ford Ranger 3,2-litre Tdci XLT through its paces.

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 complexity.

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 in the package too. Lloyd Phillips was in the driving seat.

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. Lloyd Phillips took it for a test drive.

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.

GWM’s new double-cabs are ready for any task and should appeal to SA’s cost-conscious bakkie-lovers. Lloyd Phillips reports.

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 engine developed by Great Wall Motors. The winning engine, first used in the H5 2.0VGT SUV, is perfect for the Steed 5 double cab.

Tough, strong and as agile as a klipspringer, the Tomcar is a remarkable vehicle.

Out of the blue, Toyota’s legendary Fortuner has a head-to-head competitor. Gavin Foster was at the launch of the new Chevrolet Trailblazer, and came away highly impressed.

The new Mazda BT-50 is a stylish, capable, well-made bakkie offering a decent ride. And there’s a head-scratching range of options. Gavin Foster reports.

Its extraordinary looks are guaranteed to draw attention wherever you go. But the Range Rover Evoque’s appeal is not just skin-deep – here is an exceptionally capable SUV. Lloyd Phillips reports.

Described by Ford as an all-new design and not merely an evolution of a previous model, the company’s latest Ranger bakkie looks set to take the SA market by storm. Lloyd Phillips gives his impression of the vehicle

The Royal Show is always a good place to see new tractors and agricultural machinery. This year will be no different. Joe Spencer reports.

Introduced at Nampo, John Deere’s GreenSystem is a range of products especially suited to the African market. Joe Spencer reports.

New Holland used the 31st LAMMA Show to launch its new T6 tractor range. Joe Spencer reports.