Tech-Talk – What is ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)?

There are common misconceptions as to what ABS is and isn't, and what it does and doesn't do. TCR Tech-Talk explains.
There are common misconceptions as to what ABS is and isn’t, and what it does and doesn’t do. TCR Tech-Talk explains.

ABS is a phrase not altogether uncommon in the motoring world – almost every new car available on the market boasts these 3 letters on their list of safety features, unless we’re talking

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Is Datsun’s first new model a GO or a no-GO?

  Datsun is back.  We’ve know it’s coming for some time, but they’re officially here now with their one and only vehicle currently available in SA, called the GO.  Sadly, for those that remember the glory days of Datsun, this isn’t a SSS, and it isn’t a Datsun 1400 bakkie.  No, … Read more

Road Review – Mercedes-Benz C200 (W205):

Mercedes-Benz couldn’t have positioned the new C Class more differently from the BMW 3 Series if they tried.  It’s so radically different, that besides price, size, and obvious rivalries,

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Tech-Talk: Turbocharging vs. Supercharging:

What is turbocharging? What is supercharging? Most importantly which one is 'better'?
What is turbocharging? What is supercharging? Most importantly which one is ‘better’?

I’m sure you’ve heard either or both of the terms ‘turbocharged’ or ‘supercharged’ before in reference to a car’s engine, but many of you may be unaware of what these terms mean,

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Tech-Talk: What is Haldex?

You may have heard of it, you may not, but you've definitely heard of vehicles where it's used. So what exactly is Haldex?
You may have heard of it, you may not, but you’ve definitely heard of vehicles where it’s used. So what exactly is Haldex?

We are all created equally, some of us more equal than others, as the saying goes.  The same could be said of all-wheel drive systems though – is Audi’s quattro better than Subaru’s

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Jaguar XE aims to take on BMW 3 Series:

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The compact executive sedan segment has been a rather predictable one for some time now.  If you wanted luxury, you bought a C Class, if you wanted understated achievement,

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