[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] We know for a fact that Tesla will unveil its first ever pickup truck sometime this year, but some people aren’t prepared to wait so they’ve made their own. This is the story of Simone Giertz who did just that, using a Tesla Model 3 sedan as a base. That’s right. She bought…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A confirmation allegedly made at the brand’s recent investment update seminar in Port Elizabeth where it divulged details of its R3-billion investment into the expansion of its Silverton Production and Struandale Engine Plants, the Bullitt, which bowed at last year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit, celebrates fifty years of the films…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Like its W12 sibling and indeed the recently launched all-new Flying Spur, the V8 rides on the Volkswagen Group’s MSB platform also used by the Porsche Panamera, and differs only slightly from its bent-twelve brother in that it sports V8 badges on the front fenders, rides as standard on 20-inch, 10-spoke alloy wheels…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] 40 cars are impacted by the notice, which follows one from Toyota over the same issue. Subaru Australia has become the second brand to recall cars because of improperly-tempered rear window glass, launching a recall for the 2018-19 Impreza. The campaign follows in the footsteps of one announced by Toyota earlier this week.…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] A suspension issue has forced 18 mid-sized Audi sedans and coupes back to the dealership for a fix. Audi has recalled the 2019 A4 and A5, over concerns about the shock absorbers. According to the company, the car’s shock absorber could fail and make suspension components separate while driving. If that happens, there’s…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Queensland and Victoria have higher stamp duties for cars over $100,000. Other states plan to follow. But the car industry has united for a potential High Court challenge. EXCLUSIVE The car industry plans to use a precedent set by tobacco distributors in 1997 in an attempt to stop state governments across Australia from…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Mild hybrid technology plus all-new styling could be exactly what the Audi A7 needs to strike a chord with Australian buyers. Paul Maric goes for a drive. Pros and Cons Pros Stunning interior with high level of standard technology Corners and handles like it’s on rails Quiet at highway speeds with seamless 48V…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] In a bid to take care of the environment, Ford reuses around 1.2 billion plastic bottles in its vehicle manufacturing every year. Ford has outlined one of its measures for a sustainable future, detailing its use of recycled plastic bottles in the EcoSport SUV. Since the little crossover went on sale in 2012,…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] Almost a year after we saw the first official photos of the 8 Series Coupe, BMW released all-relevant information about its bigger brother called the 2020 BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe. Sitting at the very top of the BMW offering, the BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe is a four-door sedan with a sloping…
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=14] An issue with the X-Class’s owner’s manual has forced Mercedes-Benz to recall its dual-cab contender. Mercedes-Benz has recalled the 2018 and 2019 X-Class over concerns about incorrect information in their owner’s manual. According to the company, the ute’s maximum permissible roof load is incorrectly stated, the ESP function is “incorrectly stated for certain…