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Driver’s licence chaos will cost motorists in 2022
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1/4/2022 11:53:01 AM
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Hundreds of thousands of South African motorists will be stuck with expired driving licence cards in the early months of 2022 because the twenty-year-old machine that prints them all has been out of order since November.
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April fuel price cut to be even bigger than expected
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3/23/2020 9:15:58 AM
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If there is one silver lining in the current Covid-19 crisis, it’s that international oil prices have plummeted, and despite the rand’s losses, this is set to result in massive savings at the pumps from April. Of course, those who are able to will already be saving money through self-isolation.
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Kia`s Sportage gets an infotainment upgrade
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3/19/2020 9:49:23 AM
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Touchscreen infotainment is now a standard feature in the Kia Sportage range with the latest upgrade to the midsize SUV model, but there’s no need for any FOMO if you bought the pre-update model as the unit can be easily retrofitted, says Kia.
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Cinquecento electrified: Fiat reveals all-new 500
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3/6/2020 10:47:12 AM
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First reincarnated in 2007 as a modern but retro hatchback paying hommage to the 1957 original, the Fiat 500 has been reinvented once again, this time as an electric car with ‘Level 2’ semi-autonomous driving capability.
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New Car Sales in SA: February 2020
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3/3/2020 9:32:36 AM
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While the declining car sales slump is set to continue, February 2020 sales numbers reflected a sliver of positivity against the backdrop of a struggling economy.
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March fuel price relief - here`s what to expect
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2/28/2020 11:50:50 AM
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There was more bad news for motorists in the Budget Speech earlier this week when Finance Minister Tito Mboweni announced a 25 cent hike in fuel taxes that will come into effect at the beginning of April, but the good news is that there is a temporary reprieve for March.
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Aston Martin Vantage Roadster officially revealed
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2/12/2020 11:56:56 AM
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Aston Martin has finally taken the wraps off the Roadster variant of its Vantage sportscar. Not only is this AMG-powered newcomer capable of dashing from 0 to 100 kph in 3.7 seconds – its automatic soft-top is said to be able to retract fully in a “record-setting” 6.7 seconds!
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Hyundai i30N Finally in SA
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2/10/2020 10:01:48 AM
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Hot-hatch enthusiasts are in for a treat as Hyundai prepares to launch it’s highly anticipated i30N in South Africa!
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More reasons to get in. Meet the 2020 KIA Picanto
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2/6/2020 11:54:38 AM
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KIA Motors South Africa has revised its local Picanto line-up to include more features, and even more value for money, in its evergreen city car. A perennial favourite among the young and young at heart since the first-generation model debuted in 2003, the current, third-generation model made its South African debut in July 2017. Along with the KIA Sportage, Picanto remains one of KIA’s most popular models globally and in South Africa.
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Datsun Go 1.2 Lux CVT (2020) Review
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1/28/2020 10:02:32 AM
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In an effort to make its popular budget-car offering better suited for commuting in congested traffic, Datsun has equipped its Go hatchback (as well as the Go+ MPV) with a continuously variable (automatic) transmission. We spent a week with the 1.2 Lux CVT to find out if it`s worthy of your attention. Might it be better to "stick" with the manual? Let`s find out...
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`Baby` Kia Seltos on cards for SA?
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1/21/2020 9:23:14 AM
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Could Kia launch the Sonet – a sub-Seltos small SUV in South Africa in 2020 – one that would compete directly with the recently-released Hyundai Venue? Well, a pre-production car is expected to be exhibited at India`s Auto Expo next month…
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Six coolest cars of the last decade
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12/20/2019 10:52:19 AM
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It`s the end of another decade, and it has certainly been an eventful one. The motor industry has embarked on a rapid shift in an attempt to meet society`s growing expectations for less polluting modes of transport, and it`s looking quite likely that the next decade will see as much change as we`ve seen in the last 100 years.
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Here`s how safe the VW Golf 8 is, according to Euro NCAP
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12/19/2019 10:31:48 AM
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The Volkswagen Golf is one of the most eagerly anticipated cars of 2020 and while the vehicle is expected to make strides in terms of user-interface technology and all-round sophistication, a vehicle at this level should be as safe as the best in its class too.
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Porsche Macan GTS returns with more power
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12/17/2019 10:41:37 AM
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Porsche’s facelifted Macan line-up is now complete with the reveal of the new GTS version. As before, this model serves as the `performance deputy` of the range, slotting between the Macan S and Turbo derivatives.
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5 Power SUVs for SA in 2020
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12/9/2019 9:31:12 AM
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There are some potent SUVs destined for South Africa and these 5 Power SUVs are coming to rock your world in the new year.
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Beware of vehicle recall scam
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12/5/2019 2:30:07 PM
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Criminals claiming to be vehicle dealership representatives have in November alone scammed four vehicle owners in Gauteng into handing over their vehicles as part of a purported recall exercise. When the victims contacted the dealerships they had no knowledge of any such recall being actioned.
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New vehicle sales took another hit this November
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12/3/2019 9:35:46 AM
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The National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) said that the overall new vehicle market declined further in November 2019. Domestic sales figures, particularly in commercial vehicle sales, had been disappointing.
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Tested: Audi Q5 2.0 TDI is all the car you`ll ever need
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11/27/2019 10:00:45 AM
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Two months into my life with a new daily drive, the Audi Q5 has highlighted several reasons why I just can’t see myself jumping back into a sedan. Don’t get me wrong, I love sedans, large ones and small ones, but after putting on around 4000km in the past few months with a trip to the coast and back, I have been severely bitten by the sports-utility-bug.
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New 225kW John Cooper Works GP is the fastest Mini ever
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11/20/2019 11:49:18 AM
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BMW’s most powerful four-cylinder engine ever has already found homes under the bonnets of models like the X2 M35i and M135i as well as Mini’s Countryman John Cooper Works, which was recently launched in South Africa, but the engine is now finding its most enthralling application ever in the engine bay of the new Mini John Cooper Works GP hatchback.
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It`s back! The new Hyundai Atos
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11/18/2019 10:54:37 AM
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The Hyundai Atos is back in South Africa - with a new, modern look and styling, impressive standard features and a solid road performance that promises to make this entry-level model in the Korean manufacturer`s local range a top-seller.
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Lexus RX gets a new look, improved cabin tech
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11/15/2019 10:47:27 AM
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You don’t see a lot of these on the road, but the Lexus RX continues to offer a distinctive option to those that want something a little different from the German norm. And now there’s an improved version, sporting some visual and under-the-skin refinements as well as a much needed infotainment upgrade.
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5 Road safety tips ahead of the festive season
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11/11/2019 11:55:00 AM
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There`s nothing like a long drive on an open road with the wind in your hair...and none in your tyres. Simple vehicle maintenance checks before each trip, can avoid travel faux pas like running out of fuel in the middle of a long stretch of road or an overheating engine because you forgot to replenish the water.
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DRIVEN | C3, C3 Aircross - Can Citroen win back the hearts of South Africans?
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11/8/2019 1:02:18 PM
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Three years ago, Citroen South Africa exited the local car market, along with General Motors. Peugeot remained from the French automaker Group, and Isuzu and Opel became independent entities - the latter two are growing again, albeit slowly, but things are on an upward trend for these brands as customers find their faith in them again.< | | |