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.
Tag: Hot Hatches South africa
The XL Italian Job – The Mini Clubman John Cooper Works
We recently got to spend a few days rapidly emptying the fuel tank of the unexpectedly fast and fun Mini Clubman John Cooper Works (JCW), a deceptive car that doesn’t look as fast as it is!
Hot hatch bonanza: Renault Clio R.S launched.
Renault Clio R.S launched in South Africa The Renault Clio is a car that has won the heart of many a petrol head due to its boisterous attitude and nimble chassis. When it comes to hot hatches, handling is everything and that is something the fast Clio’s have always had on their side. Despite being… Continue reading Hot hatch bonanza: Renault Clio R.S launched.