MOTORING Archives - The African Mirror

Sep

26

2023

Ford Set to Add Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to SA Line-up

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FORD is set to launch the exciting Puma in South Africa in October 2023, introducing its vibrant SUV-inspired compact crossover to local customers. The Puma fuses an unmissable silhouette, uncompromised load space and interior comfort, along with Ford’s multiple award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine. The Ford Puma has become a firm favourite in the compact SUV segment in Europe thanks to its charismatic styling cues, including distinctive wing-top-mounted headlamps and athletic, aerodynamic lines. Under the skin, the compact crossover proportions deliver a raised ride height for a confidence-enhancing driving experience, while supporting an uncompromised luggage capacity of 456 litres. This is…

Jul

13

2023

By The African Mirror

Potent power meets expressive design: The Audi RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback performance

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MORE powerful and faster than any RS 6 and RS 7 to date: the new Audi RS 6 Avant performance and the RS 7 Sportback performance are bursting with equipment that sharpen the models’ appearance and make for a more emotive driving experience. The potent 4.0-litre V8 biturbo TFSI engine now has an engine power of 463 kW and a maximum torque of 850 Nm. Customer deliveries of these two new models will commence in South Africa during the month of July, with the public being able to experience these models at the Audi driving experience from September 2023 onwards.…

Jul

11

2023

By The African Mirror

Newest Ford Mustangs ready to run wild

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FORD is set to release the reins on the hottest new road and race variants from its iconic Mustang family as the company heads back to the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2023. The new Mustang GT3 racecar – first revealed ahead of the 24 Hours of Le Mans last month, and the new Mustang Dark Horse 1 – the road-legal, track-ready precursor to a new family of racecars including Mustang GT3 and Mustang GT4, will make dynamic debuts while belting out their V8 soundtracks to crowds at the event near Chichester, UK, July 13-16. The world-famous Goodwood Hillclimb delivers…

Jun

27

2023

By The African Mirror

The all-new Renault Rafale: Conquering new Horizons

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NOW that the campaign to reconquer the C-segment – one of the main goals in the Renaulution strategic plan – is well underway with the Megane E-Tech electric, Arkana and Austral success stories, it’s time for Renault to make its next move on the D-segment. The first one was a reboot of the family-friendly All-new Espace; the second is a completely new and daring model: The All-new Rafale. Now that Renault has revamped its arsenal of technology for hybrid powertrains, chassis, and electronic equipment, it could no longer deprive its customers of a vehicle born and bred for driving pleasure…

Jun

05

2023

By The African Mirror

Subaru introduces a new chapter in the Compact Crossover space in South Africa

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THE all-new Subaru Crosstrek is now available in South Africa offering next-generation vehicle safety, refinement, comfort, and capability. The all-new Crosstrek replaces the previous generation Subaru XV presented as the compact SUV within the Subaru SUV range next to the Forester and Outback. Where the XV and Crosstrek names were used separately in different markets around the world, the Crosstrek name has now been adopted worldwide, including here in South Africa. The name is coined from the words Crossover and Trekking, an impression into the car’s versatility and capability in a variety of terrains and environments. The Subaru XV/Crosstrek made…

Apr

10

2023

By The African Mirror

Citroen C3 wins “The 2023 Most Urban Car” Award

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CITROËN C3 has been awarded the prestigious "2023 WORLD URBAN CAR" prize at the 19th WORLD CAR AWARDS. The announcement came on the sidelines of the opening of the New York Auto Show, following a vote by more than 100 international journalists from 32 countries. C3 won a title in the Urban Car category, which is open to all cars under 4.25m that are on sale in at least two major markets (China, Europe, India, Japan, Korea, Latin America, US), and on at least two separate continents. "We are particularly honoured to receive this "2023 WORLD URBAN CAR" award for…

Apr

10

2023

By The African Mirror

Range-topping VW Polo Vivo GT gets a fresh look

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A total of 119 679 second-generation Volkswagen Polo Vivo units have been sold since its launch in the local market in 2018. Since the Polo Vivo was first introduced in South Africa in 2010, the popular hatch has recorded 313 620 in cumulative sales. The range-topping Volkswagen Polo Vivo GT will now be getting a fresh new look with exterior and interior updates. The Polo Vivo GT’s unique styling and characteristics have been enhanced whilst the flagship status within the Polo Vivo model range is maintained. Exterior highlights include silver mirror caps, GT rear decal, wheels and dash inserts as…

Apr

10

2023

By The African Mirror

Hyundai tests all-wheel IONIQ 5 N EV on snow and ice

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THE Hyundai Motor Company has been testing its all-wheel drive IONIQ 5 N, the first high-performance, mass-production all-electric N brand model, in extreme winter conditions at the Hyundai Mobis Proving ground in Arjeplog, Sweden. Given its position adjacent to the Arctic Circle, the Hyundai Mobis Proving ground in Arjeplog offers everything an automaker needs for comprehensive winter testing, such as low-grip icy surfaces and deep sub-zero temperatures as low as -30°C. This allows the Hyundai N engineers to test new models, such as the IONIQ 5 N, in the most extreme low friction conditions to achieve the optimal balance between…

Feb

12

2023

By The African Mirror

Alfa Romeo launches the C43 – its car for the 2023 season

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Lean, mean and absolutely gorgeous. Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake unveiled its 2023 challenger, the C43, at a launch event held jointly in Zurich and at the team headquarters in Hinwil, Switzerland, and the world of Formula One has an early contender for the title of most beautiful car on the grid already. The C43, in a striking livery of red and black, will guide Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu in the 2023 World Championship as the team seeks to continue on its path of constant improvement. In an impressive unveil video, the C43 emerged from raw materials and atomised…

Feb

12

2023

By The African Mirror

Mitsubishi kicks off 2023 with the new Eclipse Cross GLS Exceed

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With excitement building for 2023 and as a continuation of Mitsubishi’s ongoing product offensive, Mitsubishi have added the Eclipse Cross GLS Exceed to the range. The Eclipse Cross GLS Exceed will take up the flagship position of the Eclipse Cross range and features several model year updates and cosmetic refinements. Mitsubishi understand that our customers have an ambition to explore and we are therefore continually striving to offer them vehicles that empower them to do so in the best way possible. “We strive to always offer our customers products that are modern and speak to their needs and the refinements…