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Good news for South African motorists is that the price of 93 octane will drop by 89 cents per litre next week Wednesday.
A litre of 95 octane will cost Gauteng motorists R10.82 while the price at coast will be R10.47. A litre of 93 octane will cost R10.1097 in Gauteng and the coastal price will be R9.8627. The price of diesel with 0.05% sulphur content will drop by 62.58 cents and diesel with 0.005% sulphur will drop by 61.58 cents.
The average international prices for petrol, diesel and illuminating paraffin decreased in the month of June.
News Source: News24
Friday, 29 June 2012
Meet the Infiniti FX SUV now in South Africa
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Looking for a new car? This is the new Infiniti FX SUV currently available in South
Africa. It’s offered in three models, the FX30d, FX37 and the range topping
FX50. Infiniti will seek to get a foot-hold in the South African car market
with its impressive range on offer and could very well become a household name
for South African car buyers in the near future.
All FX models in the range use a seven-speed automatic gearbox
to transfer power to the road. The FX30d diesel variant is powered by a
turbocharged V6 engine that delivers 175kW at 3 750rpm that will
accomplish 100km/h in 8.3 seconds and reach a top speed of 212km/h. Fuel
consumption sits at 9-litres/100km with a CO2 emissions figure of 238g/km.
The petrol version FX37 comes fitted with a 3.7-litre V6 engine
that kicks out 235kW at 7 000rpm and will do 100km/h in 6.8 while reaching
a top speed of 233km/h. fuel consumption for this model is 12.1-litres/100km
with a CO2 emissions rating of 291g/km.
The range-topping FX50 will only take 5.8 seconds to reach
100km/h and will press on to an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h.
This is achieved with the use of a 5-litre V8 petrol unit that produces 287kW
at 6 500rpm and with 500Nm of torque on tap. Fuel consumption for this
model is rated at 13.1-litres/100km with a CO2 emissions figure of 312g/km.
All the models are fitted with the latest safety technology
and offer high quality finishes in a luxurious interior. The pictures kind of
speak for themselves. In terms of price, you are looking at paying anywhere
from R676 000 for the FX37 GT model to R856 000 for the top of the
range FX50 S Premium model. Something to consider?
News Source: Infiniti
News Source: Infiniti
Thursday, 28 June 2012
New Infiniti M Sedan in South Africa
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It seems Infiniti is out to impress with its latest M sedan
that takes inspiration from the 2009 Infiniti Essence supercar. The M Sedan
will be competing in the highly competitive luxury executive sedan market to
the likes of BMW and Mercedes-Benz and is now available in the form of the M30d
and the M37 that will make an appearance later in 2012. Both models are available in four grades, GT,
GT Premium, S, and Premium S.
The M30d is powered by a piezo-injected, turbocharged 3.0-litre
V6 diesel unit that produces 175kW at 3 750rpm. Maximum torque for this
model is at 550Nm at 1750rpm that translates into an electronically limited top
speed of 250km/h and a 0-100km/h dash in 6.9 seconds. Fuel consumption is
7.5-litres/100km with a CO2 emissions figure of 199g/km.
The forthcoming M37 will be powered by a 3.7-litre V6 petrol
engine that will deliver 235kW at 7 000rpm providing a maximum torque
figure of 360Nm at 5 200rpm. It will take the M37 6.2 seconds to clock
100km/h with a identical electronically limited top speed of 250km/h. Fuel
consumption for this model will be in the range of 10.2-litres/100km.
Both models will transfer power via seven-speed automatic
gearbox with Adaptive Shift control.
The entry-level M7 GT retails for R671 000 while the
top-end M30d S Premium sells for R752 305. Do you like what you see?
News Source: Infiniti
BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe now available in South Africa
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What the 6-Series Gran Coupe lacks in speed, it makes up for in style offering a seriously luxurious and comfy interior that will keep any driver and passenger happy for years. The Gran Coupe is also fitted with a wide range of safety technology that will help keep it on the road. To cut a long story short I suggest you click on the following link to read more about the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe in South Africa, and to find out how much this baby costs.
BMW fans have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe in South Africa and it has finally arrived. Offering luxury
and comfort to the extreme, the 6-Series Gran Coupe aims to please in every way
possible and is the first four-door coupe to roll out of the BMW stable.
The 6-Series Gran Coupe makes use of straight-six TwinPower
Turbo engines that produce a bang of power on the go. Three derivatives are
available in the 640i, 640d and the 650i which will be available later in 2012.
The 640i Gran Coupe delivers 235kW of power on command at
between 5 800 and 6 000rpm while the 640d delivers 230kW. Both models
will dash to 100km/h in 5.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 250km/h. The
flagship 650i Gran Coupe, with its more efficient V8 engine will put out 330kW
at 5 500rpm with a maximum torque figure of 650Nm. The 650i will clock
100km/h in 4.6 seconds while reaching a top speed of 250km/h. All the engines
are fitted with an 8-speed automatic Sport transmission.
What the 6-Series Gran Coupe lacks in speed, it makes up for in style offering a seriously luxurious and comfy interior that will keep any driver and passenger happy for years. The Gran Coupe is also fitted with a wide range of safety technology that will help keep it on the road. To cut a long story short I suggest you click on the following link to read more about the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe in South Africa, and to find out how much this baby costs.
News Source: Cars.co.za
Infiniti EX SUV launched in South Africa
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News Source: Infiniti
June is the month that will mark Infiniti’s launch on South
African soil and by the looks of it, Infiniti will be around for a long time to
come. Infiniti is a Japanese luxury car brand that will provide some serious
competition for the European heavyweights like BMW and Mercedes-Benz and only
time will reveal how successful Infiniti will become in the South African
luxury car market.
Infiniti currently offers five options in its range namely
the EX compact SUV, the FX luxury SUV, the G Cabrio, the G Coupe and the M
Sedan. Let’s take a quick look at the EX Compact SUV.
Infiniti offers both diesel and petrol variants for the EX.
The diesel EX30d is available in three models, the EX, EX GT and the EX GT
Premium and is powered by a 175kW 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 diesel engine
capable of 550Nm at 1 750rpm. 100km/h is reached in 7.9 seconds with a top
speed of 221km/h.
The EX30d’s fuel consumption is rated at 8.5 litres/100km
that will be reduced to 7.2 litres/100km once you hit the open road. CO2
emission is rated at 224g/km for this model.
On the petrol side of things, two variants are available
namely the EX37 GT and the EX GT Premium. Both are fitted with a powerful 235kW
3.7-litre V6 that displays a maximum torque figure of 360Nm available at 5 200rpm.
This model is slightly quicker than the diesel version and will do 100km/h in
6.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 240km/h. The petrol version is a bit
thirstier though and will consume petrol at a rate of 11.3-litres/100km and has
a CO2 emissions figure of 288g/km.
The EX compact SUV also comes fitted with a wide range of
safety features which is to be expected from a luxury vehicle. The interior is
well kitted out offering a comfy ride. More than this though, the EX compact
SUV is also pleasant to look at which will certainly make owners that much
happier to drive one.
It will be interesting to see how the South African public
will respond to Infiniti’s offerings going forward, what are your thoughts on
the new Infiniti EX compact SUV? For more information visit Infiniti South Africa
News Source: Infiniti
Wednesday, 27 June 2012
New 2.0-litre Kia Soul in SA
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Kia fans will be pleased to know that Kia South Africa has
launched the new Kia 2.0-litre Soul in South Africa, adding to the current
1.6-litre variant. The compact crossover Soul comes with some new enhancements
both on the outside and on the inside.
The exterior styling features a new bonnet along with new
front and rear bumpers to enhance and modernise the Soul’s look. Lighting has
changed with new projector headlamps and LED Daytime Running Lights. On the
rear end, LED tail-lights have also been included. The new 2.0-litre Soul will
drive on 18” alloy wheels.
In the engine room, the 2.0-litre engine produces 122kW at 6 500rpm
with a maximum torque figure of 4 800rpm. Transmission comes in the form
of either a six-speed manual or automatic. The new 2.0-litre Soul will reach
100km/h in 9.2 seconds while going on to reach a top speed of 186km/h. Fuel
consumption is rated in the region of 7 litres/100km with a CO2 emissions
rating of about 165g/km.
The 2.0-litre Soul offers a spacious interior that features
leather trimmed seats, climate control, cruise control, rear-view camera,
electric windows, CD player with MP3, auxiliary and USB connectivity as well as
Bluetooth. Foldable rear seats along with 14 storage zones offer more than
enough space for luggage and other objects that may be of interest to you.
The 2.0-litre Soul is also big on safety features and these
include dual front, side and curtain airbags, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS),
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS) and
Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD). That’s not all because the Soul also
includes Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) and Vehicle Stability Management
(VSM).
All of this culminates into a pretty comprehensive offering from Kia, so if you want prices and more information click on the following link: New Kia Soul Launches in South Africa
News Source: Cars.co.za
Nissan Leaf EV to set reverse World Record
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Nissan will attempt to set a Guinness World record for the quickest 1-mile (1.6km) run in reverse in a Nissan Leaf Electric Vehicle at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
News Source: IOL Motoring
Nissan will attempt to set a Guinness World record for the quickest 1-mile (1.6km) run in reverse in a Nissan Leaf Electric Vehicle at this weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
The attempt will be made possible due to the fact that the
Nissan Leaf’s direct drive will allow it to reverse as fast as it’s able to
move forward. The challenge will be made harder because it will be attempted on
the Goodwood hillclimb that features many turns and obstacles.
The mad man behind the wheel is professional stunt driver
Terry Grant, the same guy who drove a Nissan Juke on two wheels up the
hillclimb last year. Well, good luck to him.
News Source: IOL Motoring
Tuesday, 26 June 2012
Mazda MX-5 GT Concept to Debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed
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This year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed is taking place this
weekend in the UK and is bound to be exciting, especially knowing that Mazda
will be showing off the Mazda MX-5 GT Concept that will be taking part in the
hillclimb in the ‘First Glance’ category.
Mazda will be looking to receive customer and public
feedback regarding the concept and if all goes well, the MX-5 GT Concept could
very well hit the production line. The MX-5 GT Concept is powered by a
2.0-litre naturally aspirated Mazda petrol engine that produces 153kW of power
compared to a standard MX-5’s 118kW, so it’s raunchy. It can reach a top speed of 257km/h and clock
100km/h in only 3 seconds.
Some of the enhancements include a front carbon-fibre
splitter, rear diffuser and boot spoiler for aerodynamic efficiency. A sports
exhaust system is also fitted with a central dual tailpipe. The suspension
system has been beefed up for better handling and can be adjusted according to
varying conditions. Recaro race seats offer comfort while negotiating the road
ahead.
Would you like to see this Mazda MX-5 GT go into production?
News Source: Mazda
Jaguar XF to test fuel efficiency
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If you wish to follow the Jaguar XF’s progress on its journey you can check out www.facebook.com/jaguarSA or follow on Twitter @JaguarSA1.
News Source: Jaguar
Jaguar South Africa will put its 2.2-litre diesel XF to the
test on Sunday 1 July 2012 when it will depart from the Union Buildings in Pretoria
en route to Durban and back, all on a single tank of fuel. Will the Jaguar XF
be successful? Time will tell.
The total distance to be covered is 1 242 km. Economy
run expert Roger Rouessart will be behind the wheel of the XF under the
supervision of Richard Carstens from Motorsport South Africa. A second Jaguar
XF will also be making the run with a ‘ordinary’ driver behind the wheel to
demonstrate differing fuel efficient driving techniques. This ‘ordinary’ driver
will be Ignition TV presenter Marius Roberts.Jaguar’s efforts will be broadcast sometime in July.
The Jaguar XF 2.2-litre diesel is capable of delivering
140kW and 450Nm of torque and can accelerate to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds and
reach a top speed 225km/h. Fuel consumption for the XF is rated at
5-litres/100km which should give it a range of 1 280km on a single tank of
fuel, just enough to complete the journey, or so they hope.
If you wish to follow the Jaguar XF’s progress on its journey you can check out www.facebook.com/jaguarSA or follow on Twitter @JaguarSA1.
News Source: Jaguar
Monday, 25 June 2012
Mini Clubvan, for the Movers
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If you are in the business of moving things, like dogs and
boxes, or anything else for that matter, you might want to take a look at this
Mini Clubvan as an option to do your moving in some style.
The Mini Clubvan is considered to be the ‘world’s first
compact delivery van’ that takes inspiration from the Mini Clubman. The only
real difference is that the rear seats have been removed to offer a loading
compartment with a capacity of 860 litres and a payload capacity of 500kg. The
loading compartment is kitted out with carpeting and 12V sockets for electrical
equipment. Attachment loops secure precious cargo and a mesh partition separates
the driver’s cabin from the loading compartment. Access is made possible with two rear doors and a side door.
Three variants will be on offer when the Clubvan goes on
sale in Europe in August, all with differing power ratings. The variants
include the 72kW One Clubman, the 90kW Cooper Clubvan and the 82kW Cooper D
Clubvan, all with impressive fuel consumption figures as low as 3.9-litres/100km.
Read more by clicking here: Mini Clubvan – World’s First Premium Compact Delivery Van
Sunday, 24 June 2012
Alonso Wins European Grand Prix, Schumacher Scoops Third
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Spanish Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso won an exciting
European Grand Prix on Sunday in Valencia, Spain, fighting back from 11th
on the grid to secure the win on home soil. Alonso is the first repeat winner
for the 2012 F1 Grand Prix season.
Second through the blocks was Lotus driver Kimi Raikkonen.
It may come as a surprise to some, and it was for Michael Schumacher, who managed to
cross the line in third place in his Mercedes-Benz. For Schumacher, a place on the
podium was a big deal since he was last there almost six years ago in China
2006.
Schumacher, who is now 43 became the oldest driver on the
podium since Australian triple champion Jack Brabham’s second place in Britain
in 1970 at the tender age of 44. Schumacher is F1’s most successful driver in
the history of the sport with 91 races wins to his name.
Fernando Alonso leads the drivers’ standings with 111 points
with Mark Webber on 91 and Lewis Hamilton with 88 points.
News Source: IOL Motoring
Friday, 22 June 2012
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT Unleashed
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The trembling has not subsided since Mercedes-Benz released the C 63 AMG Black Coupé Series and it seems Merc AMG is on a serious power
trip. Mercedes-Benz has revealed yet another AMG powerhouse sports car and this
time it’s the new SLS AMG GT and I can hear those dogs barking again.
The SLS AMG GT is yet another brutal creation and comes
fitted with an AMG 6.3-litre V8 petrol engine that pumps out an awesome 435kW
at 6 800rpm. It’s not short of torque either and produces 650Nm at
4 750rpm. This incredible power is transferred to the road or track via an
AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission. However, this power is not
particularly efficient and the SLS AMG GT will guzzle fuel at a rate of 13.2
litres/100km or more and will spew CO2 into the atmosphere at a rate of
308g/km.
Regardless, the SLS AMG GT is super fast and can hit 100km/h
in only 3.7 seconds. It will go on to reach 200km/h in only 11.2 seconds and
will clock an electronically limited top speed of 320km/h.
The design is distinctly race inspired and the gullwing
doors give the SLS AMG a bad ass finishing touch. The interior is mostly black
and race fitted with AMG sports seats. Red elements such as the seatbelts,
centre console and door panels are complemented with contrasting stitching on
the sport seats.
If you wish to read more about the SLS AMG GT then click on
the following link:
News Source: Cars.co.za
Video: David Coulthard catches golf ball in Mercedes-Benz SLS Roadster at 194km/h
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Earlier this month it was reported that David Coulthard and professional golfer Jake Shepherd set the world record for the longest golf shot caught in a moving car. In this particular case the car was a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster moving at a reported speed of 194km/h when catching the golf in its cabin. Here is the video proof of the record. Enjoy.
Video Source: Youtube
Earlier this month it was reported that David Coulthard and professional golfer Jake Shepherd set the world record for the longest golf shot caught in a moving car. In this particular case the car was a Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster moving at a reported speed of 194km/h when catching the golf in its cabin. Here is the video proof of the record. Enjoy.
Video Source: Youtube
Thursday, 21 June 2012
Video: Aston Martin Vanquish
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Check out this video of the new Aston Martin Vanquish that will sell for a whopping R2.45 million. The Vanquish is capable of a top speed of 294km/h and will race to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds, thanks to its naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12 petrol engine, BOOOOM!!!
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Check out this video of the new Aston Martin Vanquish that will sell for a whopping R2.45 million. The Vanquish is capable of a top speed of 294km/h and will race to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds, thanks to its naturally aspirated 6.0-litre V12 petrol engine, BOOOOM!!!
Video Source: Youtube
Aston Martin Vanquish Unveiled
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Here is something to ogle at. Aston Martin has revealed its
latest sports car creation called the Vanquish. Let’s be real here, the Aston
Martin Vanquish is a serious piece of British engineering.
The Vanquish is powered by a naturally aspirated 6.0 litre
V12 petrol unit that produces a hefty 421kW at 6 750 rpm and displays a
maximum torque figure of 620Nm available 5 500rpm, so it’s not lacking in
power at all. In fact it’s fast, very fast and will accelerate to 100km/h in a
mere 4.1 seconds and will go on to clock a top speed of 294km/h.
The refreshing design of the Vanquish incorporates Aston Martin’s
sports car heritage and takes inspiration from the One-77 supercar with its elegant
waist, elongated side strakes and those ‘blade’ shaped rear LED lights. The
Aero Duct that can be seen on the rear boot lid assists the Vanquish by
reducing rear lift while it struts its stuff at high speed.
The cabin is reportedly very spacious and offers 368 litres
of boot space for those long distance hauls and comes with impressive
technology that includes an all-new infotainment system. The Vanquish is
available either as a two-seater or 2+2 and will go on sale in Europe at the
end of 2012. The Vanquish will be sold in the UK with a cheap cheap starting
price of R2.45 million.
News Source: Cars.co.za
Video: Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Series
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Here's a short video featuring the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Series that is now available in South Africa.
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Here's a short video featuring the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Series that is now available in South Africa.
Video Source: Youtube
Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Coupé Series launches in SA
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My fingers tremble as I type these words. Why, you might
ask? The answer lies in the fact that the
Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Coupé Series is now available in South Africa
and it’s packed with a freakish amount of power that’s enough to make the earth
shake and will keep the neighbourhood dogs barking into the night.
Here are some figures to make you tremble and bark into the
night. The Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Coupé Series is fitted with a seriously
powerful AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine that produces a mighty 380kW at 6800rpm and
displays a peak torque figure of 620Nm. I mean that is just crazy. The C 63 AMG
will race to 100km/h in just 4.2 seconds and fly to an electronically limited
top speed of 300km/h.
With performance figures like this, the C 63 AMG Black Coupé
Series has become the most powerful C-Class ever made. Are you surprised? I’m
not. Taking these figures into consideration, it’s also no surprise that the
combined-cycle fuel consumption figure sits at 12.2 litres/100km with a CO2
emission figure of 286g/km, which are most probably the least attractive attributes
of this phenomenal piece of racing artwork from Mercedes-Benz AMG.
Everything about this car is simply mind blowing, from the
racing inspired styling, handling and suspension, to that powerful V8 engine and
of course the mind blowing price. It will cost a small fortune to drive a C 63 Black
Coupé Series. To be exact, it will cost you R1 425 000. That’s just
for the car. If you wish to add the optional AMG Aerodynamics Package, AMG
Track Package, AMG Exterior Carbon-Fibre Package and the AMG Performance Media,
you can expect to pay an additional R235 000. To read more about this awesome car click here now: Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Black Coupé Series in South Africa
Imagine driving this beast…
News Source: Cars.co.za
Massive Double Loop Planned for 2012 X Games
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Yes, the Top Gear Live Stunt Team certainly impressed crowds with the successful completion of a world record double loop-the-loop at this year’s Top Gear Festival that took place at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. If you thought that was crazy, then you need to keep reading.
Yes, the Top Gear Live Stunt Team certainly impressed crowds with the successful completion of a world record double loop-the-loop at this year’s Top Gear Festival that took place at the Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban. If you thought that was crazy, then you need to keep reading.
The Hot Wheels toy company is planning to take the double
loop-the-loop to extreme levels at the 2012 X Games taking place in Los
Angeles. This time the loops will be a massive 20 meters in diameter compared
to the 8 meters in Durban and will see two drivers driving through the continuous
loops at the same time. This all means that the drivers will have to drive
faster to prevent them falling out of the loops and the G-forces experienced
will be significantly higher. The loops weigh a total of 75 tonnes and are 8
meters wide to accommodate two drivers.
The stunt will take place on 30 June 2012 at the 2012 X
Games and will be broadcast live on ABC and ESPN. Just to wet your appetite for
adrenalin, check out this little teaser video to give you an idea of what’s to
come.
News Source: IOL Motoring
Wednesday, 20 June 2012
Toyota 86 coming to South Africa
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It’s been a long time coming and Toyota South Africa has announced that its Toyota 86 sports car will make its South African debut on 9 July 2012. The two higher specced models will be available later in the month. The two-seater 2+2 Toyota 86 is definitely something to be excited about, especially if you are in the market for something other than a hot hatch.
It’s been a long time coming and Toyota South Africa has announced that its Toyota 86 sports car will make its South African debut on 9 July 2012. The two higher specced models will be available later in the month. The two-seater 2+2 Toyota 86 is definitely something to be excited about, especially if you are in the market for something other than a hot hatch.
All the Toyota 86 variants will be powered by a new Subaru
2.0-litre four cylinder engine that will produce 147kW on command at 7 000
rpm and peak torque sits at 205Nm between 6 400 and 6 600 rpm. The
two top-end models come either in manual format or in the form of a six-speed
automatic. Standard features will include Smart Start keyless entry, leather
Alcantara upholstery, a fully automatic climate control system and sporty 17”
alloy wheels.
Oh, and as a side note, the engine is the world’s first
horizontally opposed engine incorporating Toyota’s Direct Injection 4-stroke
petrol System (D-4S). In terms of pricing, the Toyota 86 is well priced with the
Standard 86 only going for R298 500. The 86 High Spec manual will retail for R329 400 while
the six-speed automatic version will sell for R346 500. Nice car, nice
price too, hooray for Toyota.
News Source: Toyota
Peugeot 4008 SUV in South Africa
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The first SUV from Peugeot has landed in South Africa and it’s
called the Peugeot 4008. It seems the 4008 SUV is more than just a sugar
mommies school run car and will surely be keeping South African sugar daddies
happy with its all-terrain capability.
The all-new Peugeot 4008 SUV comes in two variants, the
Active and Allure, and both are fitted with a 110kW 2.0-litre petrol engine
that produces 197Nm of torque at 4 200rpm. The engine is mated with a
Constantly Variable Transmission (CVT) and the all-wheel drive system is
available in three dynamic modes for different driving conditions, depending
how precariously you decide to drive the 4008.
Although not the fastest SUV out on the tarmac, the 4008 is
capable of hitting 100km/h in 10.9 seconds while reaching a cruising top-speed
of 188km/h. The combined-cycle fuel consumption of the 4008 is 8.1 litres/100km
and displays a CO2 emission figure of 191g/km.
Let’s be honest, from the outside the 4008 takes on a wild ‘leopard
stalks prey’ persona with its slanted feline-like headlights and not to mention
the ‘clawed’ LED strips forming part of the wrap-around tail lights on the rear
end. From the outside, the 4008 certainly looks impressive and is perfectly suited
for the great outdoors.
To complement this feline design approach, the 4008 also
exhibits a comfortable and elegant interior to make those outdoor adventures so
much more exciting. The interior is fitted with cloth upholstery for the Active
variant while the Allure variant is fitted with genuine leather. Both models
are fitted with a wide range of standard equipment while the Allure variant
includes a Cielo panoramic sunroof and electrically adjustable front seats that
are heated too.
In terms of safety, ABS with EBD and EBA is included as well
as stability and traction control. Seven airbags protect passengers and a rigid
passenger cell with deformation and side impact protection zones further
enhance safety of the 4008.
There is much to say about the new Peugeot 4008 and if you
want to read more and find out how much it costs simply click here: Peugeot4008 SUV launched in South Africa
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Top Gear Team Set World Record at Top Gear Festival
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The Top Gear Live Stunt Team wowed spectators at the Moses
Mabhida Stadium in Durban at the Top Gear Festival over the weekend. The team
successfully completed the world’s first double loop-the-loop dubbed the 'Deadly 720', setting a world
record for the stunt.
Two giant metal loops standing eight meters apart were used
for the stunt. A modified buggy was used to complete the stunt and was required
to maintain a speed of between 38km/h and 42km/h to prevent it falling out at
the top of the loops. Spectators cheered when the stunt was successfully
completed. Here is the video of the world’s first double loop-the-loop from the
Top Gear Festival in Durban, enjoy.
News Source: Cars.co.za
Video Source: Youtube
Monday, 18 June 2012
Video: Audi SQ5 TDI
New Audi SQ5 TDI SUV Good for 230kW
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Audi has revealed the all new diesel SQ5 at the Le Mans 24
Hour endurance race over the weekend. This new SQ5 SUV is not for the faint
hearted displaying the first TDI-powered ‘S’ model in Audi’s history.
The new Audi SQ5 is fitted with a powerful 3.0-litre twin
turbo TDI engine that is capable of an impressive 230kW and 650Nm of torque
available at 1450rpm and 2800rpm. All this raw diesel power culminates into a
0-100km/h sprint in just 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 250km/h. Audi is also
claiming that the QS5 will accomplish a fuel consumption figure of just 7.2
litres / 100km.
The sport suspension lowers the body by 30mm compared to the
current SQ5 and rides on 20” alloys with 21” alloys as optional. The design
incorporates a grey single-frame grille with aluminium finishes, revised
bumpers and a roof mounted spoiler. The side mirrors are finished in gloss aluminium.
Leather power sport seats and aluminium inlays are fitted as standard. The new SQ5 also offers loads of space up to 1560 litres and towing capacity is
rated at 2.4 tons.
There is no doubt that this is a serious SUV from Audi and
global sales will start early in 2013. So far there is no word that the new SQ5
will be available in South Africa, but there’s always a chance, even if it’s
small.
News Source: Wheels24
Video: Anthony Davidson Crash at Le Mans 2012
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While we on the subject of crashes at the 2012 Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race, here is an insane crash that took place with Toyota's Anthony Davidson and a Ferrari F458 Italia. Davidson was treated for two fractured vertebrae and will take approximately 3 months to recover.
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While we on the subject of crashes at the 2012 Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race, here is an insane crash that took place with Toyota's Anthony Davidson and a Ferrari F458 Italia. Davidson was treated for two fractured vertebrae and will take approximately 3 months to recover.
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Video: Nissan Deltawing Crash at 24 Hour Le Mans
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The Nissan Deltawing was forced to retire from the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race over the weekend after a crash that saw the revolutionary race car unable to continue. The Deltawing completed 6 hours and 1005 km of the 2012 Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. Check out the video to see what went wrong.
The Nissan Deltawing was forced to retire from the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race over the weekend after a crash that saw the revolutionary race car unable to continue. The Deltawing completed 6 hours and 1005 km of the 2012 Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race. Check out the video to see what went wrong.
Nissan Deltawing Crashes Out at 2012 Le Mans 24 Hour
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The revolutionary Nissan Deltawing was forced to retire from
the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race on Saturday when it was struck by a passing
LMP1 runner after coming out of a sustained safety car period. The Nissan Deltawing
crashed into a wall and sustained damage that despite the Nissan team’s efforts
could not be repaired.
Driving the Deltawing at the time of the accident, Satoshi Motoyama had the following to say, "The
accident occurred in a high-speed corner and the car hit a concrete wall. It
was badly damaged. If I could get the car back to the pit, the team could fix
the car and rejoin the race, so I tried everything I could but, since the
power train damage was particularly serious, we couldn't revive the car."
The Nissan Deltawing was set complete the Le Mans 24 Hour using
half the amount of fuel and tyres compared to any other car in the race. The Deltawing completed six hours and 1005 km of the Le Mans 24 Hour endurance race.
Friday, 15 June 2012
Drive To Improve Fuel Efficiency
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Let’s be honest with ourselves, we have all seen bad drivers
on the road. You know, that ‘cool’ guy in his sports car with hair greasier
than his engine, revving way too high and burning rubber at the robot like
there’s tomorrow. Not only can bad driving ruin your reputation, it can ruin
your pocket too. Fuel does not come cheap these days and if you have any savvy,
you should use it and try to drive your car in a way that will save hefty
maintenance bills down the line and improve your car’s fuel efficiency.
Although many factors influence your car’s fuel efficiency,
poor driving technique is certainly a major contributing factor to escalating
fuel consumption. If you drive too fast, brake too hard and change gears like
an animal, you will be paying much more for fuel. That said, driving your car
into the ground won’t save you money, it will eat your money instead, no matter how 'cool' you think you look.
So how do you improve fuel efficiency? Well, there are many
ways to do that. My advice to you is to read Fuel Efficient Driving Tips. There
is much you can learn to become a better driver. Not only will this help you
become a better driver, it will put money back into your pocket. Happy Driving.
Video: Audi RS 4 Avant
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If you want some idea of what the new Audi RS 4 Avant looks like and even better what it sounds like, take a look at this video. Click here to read more about the new Audi RS 4 Avant.
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Audi RS 4 Avant Unleashed
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Audi has unleashed its new third generation RS 4 Avant and
as much as it’s pleasing to look at, it’s also packed with increased
performance and comes with a wide range of driver assistance and infotainment
technologies to keep Audi fans smiling.
The RS 4 Avant is fitted with a power hungry 4.2-litre V8
FSI engine that kicks out a serious 331kW at 8250rpm. Peak torque is at 430Nm
available from between 4000rpm and 6000rpm. This all culminates into a pretty
nifty speed package that will see the RS 4 Avant reaching 100km/h in a mere 4.7
seconds while blistering on to a governed top speed of 250km/h. Need more
speed? Well you are in luck because the top speed can be increased to 280km/h,
but you have to ask Audi nicely. Fuel consumption for the Audi RS 4 is
estimated at 10.7 litres/100km.
In terms of handling, the Audi RS 4 is fitted with the Audi
drive select system fitted as standard. Additional suspension options include
dynamic steering, sport differential and sport suspension plus with Dynamic
Ride Control (DRC). Handling is also improved due to the fact that the RS 4
Avant sits 20mm lower than the outgoing model and the electromechanical
steering offers excellent road feedback to the driver.
Braking comes in the form of large internally ventilated
discs and the front callipers making use of eight pistons. If that’s not
enough, carbon fibre-ceramic discs are available but again you have to ask Audi
nicely.
The elegant, all-black cabin with carbon inlays offers a
classic yet modern interior. The multifunction leather sport steering wheel is
flattened at the bottom for a more sporty appeal and the head restraints are
integrated into the backs of the S sport seats. Luggage space abounds in the RS
4 Avant and can range anywhere from 490 to 1430 litres of space, depending how
you choose to fold the rear seats.
As you would expect from Audi, control and display elements
are of a high standard and MMI navigation is optional. Audi also offers a
selection of driver assistance and infotainment modules which include a Bang
& Olufsen sound system and a Bluetooth online car phone.
This is all good and well, but we will have to wait and see
if the new Audi RS 4 Avant will ever witness a South African sunrise.
News Source: Cars.co.za
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