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You think you’re a good driver? Think again…
The reality of working as a motoring journalist means that our bums are in the seats of multiple cars quite often. Everything from the everyday runabouts to high performance exotica. Most of us also have a number laps under our belt at many local circuits when a manufacturer had hosted us for a product launch.… Continue reading You think you’re a good driver? Think again…
All You Need To Know About The New Volkswagen Tiguan
Excited about the announcement of the Golf GTI? Well, you should be excited about the new Tiguan too! Launched back in 2008, the Tiguan nameplate has gone through multiple lifecycles – with some updates more significant than others. It has, however, been a firm favourite in Mzansi and Volkswagen hopes their new Tiguan will continue… Continue reading All You Need To Know About The New Volkswagen Tiguan
VW Arteon 2.0 TSI 4Motion Driven Review
VW Arteon 2.0 TSI Sitting low, with a multitude of thin, sharp horizontal chrome lines across the front and focused headlights, the Arteon is one of the most striking front ends I’ve ever seen on VW. It’s an attention grabber, a stop and look twice kind of car that wouldn’t look out of place in… Continue reading VW Arteon 2.0 TSI 4Motion Driven Review
Does the New Polo GTI mean the Golf is now obsolete?
Does the new Volkswagen Polo GTI replace the Golf? So the new Volkswagen Polo GTI has a 2.0 –liter engine bru? It’s bigger man? So why then do I need to buy a Golf GTI? These are the types of questions that have been drummed in my ears every time the new Polo GTI comes… Continue reading Does the New Polo GTI mean the Golf is now obsolete?
Viva La Vivo – We Drive Volkswagen’s latest Polo Vivo
New Polo Vivo Driven Go to any city or town in South Africa and get a sense of the people, places and cultures, it will soon become very obvious that the place in which we live is unique. While doing this, you will most definitely spot a VW Polo Vivo in the background – another… Continue reading Viva La Vivo – We Drive Volkswagen’s latest Polo Vivo
We roadtrip with VW South Africa and visit the Gerhard Volksie Museum!
We visit the Gerhard Volksie Museum while road tripping with VW South Africa. A few weeks back we embarked on a roadtrip with VW South Africa, encompassing historical landmarks and an interesting quiz. Our journey took place from JHB to Bloemfontein. This activation wasn’t really a launch, but more of a way to kick-back, relax… Continue reading We roadtrip with VW South Africa and visit the Gerhard Volksie Museum!
VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI vs Mazda Akera 2.2
VW Tiguan v Mazda CX-5: Which do you pick? There are more and more options becoming available for buyers when it comes to the compact SUV. For many, they make perfect sense. Great looks, practicality and are what make these vehicles popular. The demand is growing and so is the market as more manufacturers release… Continue reading VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI vs Mazda Akera 2.2
Our first drive of the Facelifted VW Golf 7.5 GTI
South African Launch: Facelifted VW Golf 7.5 GTI Whenever a new Golf is launched, there is excitement beyond belief. First and foremost, it’s been widely regarded as the benchmark in its class and for good reason. Its brilliant! Whether you are starting a new job, transporting kids to and from school, or want a car… Continue reading Our first drive of the Facelifted VW Golf 7.5 GTI
Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI R Line – First Drive
Rewind 20 years and anyone claiming to have had a vehicle with a 1.0 – litre 3-cylinder motor producing 81 kW and 200 N.m would have been labelled a madman. If they were to continue, stating that this revolutionary vehicle would sip just 4.4 l/100km and exhibit refinement to match the then contemporary E39 5… Continue reading Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI R Line – First Drive
South Africa, give the VW Passat a chance.
I first drove the new Volkswagen Passat in 2016, the model I drove was the 1.4 TSI and I thoroughly enjoyed my time with that vehicle. Although I do remember saying that when the 2.0 TDI comes, it will probably take the Passat up another notch. I was correct. For me, the Passat has two… Continue reading South Africa, give the VW Passat a chance.
Volkswagan Tiguan Extended Review.
Much hype has been made about the new Volkswagen Tiguan. This excitement is warranted though, because the car looks and drives amazingly. So far the car has won the Family Car award from Cars.co.za’ Consumer Awards. It is also a finalist for the Wesbank SAGMJ South African Car of The Year 2017, so things seem… Continue reading Volkswagan Tiguan Extended Review.
VW GTi Clubsport Extended Review
VW Golf GTi Clubsport Driven Review Motorist Digital Magazine – Edition 08 The VW Golf Clubsport is a car that excites the senses and I’ve mentioned before how much I enjoyed driving this car. For those who don’t know much or anything about the Clubsport, (which I find hard to believe) it’s the 40-year… Continue reading VW GTi Clubsport Extended Review
Updated Volkswagen Golf R With More Power
Since the Volkswagen Golf’s introduction in 1974, it has undoubtedly been the benchmark in its segment. Now in its 7th generation, it’s better than ever and things are set to improve still with a mid-cycle update having been announced in November last year. In my mind, the Golf is the Porsche 911 of its segment… Continue reading Updated Volkswagen Golf R With More Power
Five good and bad features on the new VW Tiguan.
The VW Tiguan came to the market with a bang. It’s sharp design, edgy looks and mini spaceship/ transformer aura caught the market’s attention. We have a full in-depth review in our latest edition of TheMotorist Digital Magazine by Francisco, so I’m just here to tell you five things I enjoyed and found frustrating about… Continue reading Five good and bad features on the new VW Tiguan.
TheMotorist digital magazine – Edition 05
Edition 05 of TheMotorist digital magazine is here! Our latest digital magazine has arrived. This month we have great motoring content for our readers, including a driven feature on the BMW M4 GTS.You can access and subscribe to the digital magazine at this link: https://goo.gl/XDDL2m Have a great read Motorists!
VW Polo Beats – Great sound for your travels
The VW Polo is probably one of the most popular cars on South Africa roads, especially with the young generation. It’s a small hatch, its German – which makes it extremely reliable and its reasonably priced. A problem that I find with these little hatchbacks is that the audio quality is never great. The majority… Continue reading VW Polo Beats – Great sound for your travels
Hello New VW Tiguan
The previous Volkswagen Tiguan suffered from a bit of an identity crisis in our opinion. It was meant to be like a smaller Touareg, but it didn’t pull off the masculinity of its older brother. What it did have was many modern technologies for that time. Under the hood was the option of a combination… Continue reading Hello New VW Tiguan
The New VW Caddy: Test Driven
As we were driving through the Valley of a thousand hills on a beautiful Durban morning, the road ahead swept and as we turned the corner, we noticed the green lush scenery swooshing by. As we turned into another corner and applied some power, “this Caddy is fun!” we thought. Sorry what, a Volkswagen Caddy… Continue reading The New VW Caddy: Test Driven