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Wednesday, 4 April 2012

Video: McLaren MP4-12C



Check out this video of the McLaren MP4-12C. The McLaren MP4-12C is in the running for the World Performance Car of the Year to be announced at the New York International Auto Show this week, coming up against the Porsche 911 and the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4.

Tuesday, 3 April 2012

Video: New BMW 3-Series



Take a drive in the 328i with Steve Sutcliffe as he shows you the best of the new BMW 3-Series.
Now available in South Africa, the new BMW 3-Series will come in the form of the 328i and 335i as well as a 320d and 320d EfficientDynamics diesel option. The 3-Series will also be available in three unique offerings namely the ‘Sport Line’, ‘Modern Line’ and ‘Luxury Line’.   

Citroen DS5 for World Design Car of the Year Award

The Citroen DS5 is the third model to rise from the DS range and Citroen seems to have done something right with the new Citroen DS5. The superb styling of the DS5 is something to look at and it’s no surprise then that the DS5 is in the running for the World Design Car of the Year Award, with the winners being announced at the New York International Auto Show this week.

The road to victory won’t be easy though as the Citroen DS5 will be going head to head with the Land Rover Evoque and the Volkswagen Up!. There’s no doubt that this will be a tough decision to make but the DS5 may just have what it takes.


The DS5 range is the first Citroën model to feature HYbrid4 diesel hybrid technology, providing enhanced performance with a CO2 emission of 99g / km. The advanced HYbrid4 system delivers 149kW with four-wheel drive capability with an acceleration boost function for the open road.


The interior is classy and modern, offering drivers the best that Citroen has to offer and proves to be a smooth, effortless ride on the road. The Citroen DS5 also offers heaps of space with a 465 litre boot compartment and seats five people comfortably.


The Citroen DS5 will be available in South Africa in mid 2012.


Do you think the Citroen DS5 has what it takes to win the World Design Car of the Year Award? 


 


Monday, 2 April 2012

Video: Terrafugia Transition Press Release



Flying to work in a flying car doesn't have to be a dream anymore.  The Terrafugia Transition has landed and will make its debut at the New York International Auto Show on April 5. The Transition flying car has become the world's most economical aircraft and can get up to 800 km off a single tank of unleaded petrol. Watch the video to see the Terrafugia Transition in flight.

Buying a car from a Dealership or Private Seller?

There’s no question about it, buying a car is tricky business. One of the first decisions a new car buyer will make is whether to buy a new car or a used car. This is shortly followed by the decision to buy a car from a dealership or from a private seller.


What is the better option? If you think about it, it really depends on who you are and what car you are looking for. If a new car is on the cards, it may be in your best interest to shop around at various dealerships to understand what the different offerings are and where you can get the best deal in terms of financing and all the extras. In many cases, buying a car through a dealership takes away a lot of the headache of buying a car as the dealership will take care of all the necessary paperwork and offer hassle free service that many people prefer and are willing to pay extra for.



If you are thinking of buying a used car, a dealership is an option but it might be useful to consider buying a car from a private seller. Websites such as www.cars.co.za have thousands of vehicles to search from and make it easy to search for cars that meet your needs. If money is a concern to you then buying a used car from a private seller is probably your best bet even though it might take a bit longer to find the car you are looking for.

The decision ultimately lies with you. I happened to find a useful article that addresses the ups and downs of buying a car from a dealership versus buying a car from a private seller. If you wish to find out more, read the article.

 



Video: 2012 Porsche 911



John Davis of Motorweek tests drives the 2012 Porsche 911.

The new Porsche 911 comes in two models, the Carrera and Carrera S, both with an extended wheelbase, adding to road grip as the Carrera’s flat six 3.4 litre direct injected engine tears up the tar, producing a hefty 350 HP. The Carrera S comes with a 3.8 litre direct injected engine, producing an impressive 400 HP.  The aluminium steel body has resulted in a 45kg weight loss helping the 911 perform at its best, sprinting from 0-100km in 4.3 seconds and reaching a top speed of 300 km/h.

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Sunday, 1 April 2012

Renault Twingo RS coming to SA

The all new Renault Twingo RS is expected to be available to the South African public in the third quarter of 2012. Renault fans can expect to get quite a kick from this cute mini racer.

Inspired by Renault’s association with F1 racing, the Twingo features a four light arrangement along with black detailing on the rear spoiler and rear bumper with a diffuser and aerodynamic extensions over the rear wheel arch, giving the Twingo RS that sporty race look.

The interior is sporty too with yellow stitching on the steering wheel and seats, white detailing for the rev-counter border, steering wheel and air conditioning controls.

The Renault Twingo RS also comes with cruise control, speed limiter, Bluetooth, 16” alloy rims and a Renault Sport exhaust system with chrome tail pipes. If that’s not enough, you may opt for the Cup chassis with a design exterior package, larger wheels and a Renault Sport telemetry system, for people who want to experience more of a racing vibe.

The Twingo RS comes fitted with a 1.6 litre engine that puts out 98 kW at 6750 rpm and 160 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm and is backed up by powerful front and rear disc brakes.
The Twingo’s top speed is 201 km/h with a CO2 emission of only 150g/km. Fuel consumption is low too sitting at 6.5 litres / 100 km.

Do you like the Renault Twingo RS?