I started learning how to drive on the day of my 18th birthday, in the car that would eventually become my first – a 1998 Nissan Sentra 160 GSI. Since that day, 7 odd years ago, I’ve driven hundreds more cars – some more powerful, some less. I’ve had plenty … Read more
7-seater vehicles aren’t exactly a dime a dozen – less so if you’re working on a budget. If you’ve only got around R200 000 to spend, the options are further reduced; to 2 exactly. Toyota’s Avanza, and the Suzuki Ertiga – the latter of which found itself the focus of our … Read more
Peugeot haven’t had much to do in the performance hatchback market for quite some time. Sure, there was the 207 GTI and the current 208 GTI – the latter of which is quick and feature-packed, but lacks the incisiveness and fun factor to make it a true threat to the … Read more
Let’s face it; the Suzuki Swift is an incredible little hatch. But for all our gushing over it, it has some serious flaws. If you’re single or a young couple without much ‘stuff’, you’re alright; but for anyone with kids, or the need for anything more than an overnight bag, … Read more
In the first of our ‘Quick Review” series, we take a brief look at the face-lifted Fiat 500. This is the 0.9 TwinAir in Pop specification: Read our review of the Fiat 500’s souped-up sibling, the Abarth 595C Turismo here. You may also like Review – Jeep Renegade 1.4 … Read more
After hopping straight out of last week’s Peugeot 208 GT-Line test car, I can’t help but feel this steering wheel is humungous! The seated position is high too; I’m sitting taller than the Getz next to me in this morning’s traffic. But the raspy burble emanating from behind me suggests … Read more
How do you determine what makes a premium car? Is it the extent of how many features it’s equipped with as standard? If so, the likes of BMW can hardly be considered premium. Or perhaps it’s the impression that there’s an element of depth beneath the thin veneer of impressive … Read more
