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Is the updated Renault Koleos the right family pairing for the holiday season

Renault has increased their SUV portfolio extensively in the past few years, this experience has put them in good stead with the highly contentious segment. While offerings scattering the price range such as the Kiger, Captur, Kadjar and Duster compete well in their segments, Renault were in need of their own entry into the premium SUV C market. This is where their Koleos fits into the equation. After being on sale in our market for only 2 years with mediocre sales, minor updates to the vehicle have been implemented in the hopes of compelling consumers for what can be described as a handsome, spacious and comfortable option.

Defining ludicrous in the BMW M4 Competition

The polarizing BMW G80 M3 and G82 M4 have been in the market for quite some time now. Originally stirring the automotive world at their initial unveiling with what BMW considers a bold choice in design, their imposing aesthetics have become subdued over an overwhelmingly positive reception for their superfluous ability on the road. We spent a few days with the impressively quick M4 Competition model so we could understand just how ludicrous the new range really is.

China’s real Great Leap Forward with the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro

The motoring world has undergone a complete transformation over the past few years with the emergence of the subcompact SUV. In this time, Chery has become somewhat anonymous with introducing new vehicles to the market, selling their last new car as long ago as 2018. Instead of rushing a lacklustre option into our market (which has been done in bygone times) to appease the demand of this new segment, the Chinese manufacturer has taken its time to refine its offerings for an affordable yet premium experience. Say hello to the rebirth of Chery in South Africa with their launch of the new Tiggo 4 Pro.

Is bigger better? The new Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

Automotive brands are no strangers to pulling at the heartstrings of buyers. One such method is to revive a revered nameplate as a more commercially viable vehicle. The Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross does exactly this. While it may have been reincarnated as a coupe SUV in 2017 to entice younger buyers who were familiar with the Eclipse of the 90’s, three years on and it has already received a facelift. The extra length and updated looks are intended to make it a more approachable option for buyers with an itch to explore. We spent a few days with it in the Lowveld to find out if the updates have allowed it to grow into what it was intended to be.

A Short and Sweet Taste of the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro

We braved the wet weather on a cold Monday morning to get our first taste of the new Chery Tiggo 4 Pro! 🌧 So what do we know about the latest Chinese entrant? Well, not much really. Chery South Africa were tight-lipped about any specification or price of their new crossover, which will make its… Continue reading A Short and Sweet Taste of the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro

Living with the legacy of a local legend – the VW Golf 8 GTI

It takes generations to build up a near-immortal legacy with an adoring customer base at the core. In Mzanzi, there are staples for different types of mobility where everything else in the segment becomes an outlier. Our go-to bakkie is the Hilux while the Golf GTI is glorified in its hot hatch segment. We lived with the 8th generation of the beloved German derivative to see if the recipe has deviated from its predecessors.

Some are made while others are created, the 2021 Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio

Alfa Romeo is a marquee that needs no introduction, with an impressive 111 year lifespan their legacy has been cemented into the halls of fame with pedigree racers and breathtaking designs

Built in Africa for Africa, the Nissan Navara PRO-2X

The Nissan Navara might not produce the same reverence in the bakkie game as its Toyota and Ford counterparts do, but the new locally-produced facelift may mount a more formidable opposition in the premium double cab segment. We spent a few days with the PRO-2X derivative and put it through its paces both on and… Continue reading Built in Africa for Africa, the Nissan Navara PRO-2X

Passion, Paint & Porsche.

911. Three numbers that instantaneously evoke joy and respect in motoring enthusiasts around the world. Since 1963, Porsche’s rear-engine sports car has remained the brand’s iconic model, evolving over eight generations, from only one body type to a variety of different models, including the revered Turbo, as well as the unsurpassed GT models. Today, the… Continue reading Passion, Paint & Porsche.