Is this Kia the best family car in SA?
The Kia Sportage 1.6CRDi EX came out on top in the ‘Family Car’ category of the 2024 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards. Is it really that good? The only diesel-powered finalist in its category, the Sportage 1.6CRDi EX (R709 995) triumphed over the Chery Tiggo8 Pro Max 2.0TGDi 390 Executive (R669 900) and the Haval H6 1.5T HEV Ultra Luxury (R679 950), the...
WORX WX240 cordless screwdriver is a tool for many jobs
The WORX WX240 4V USB Mini cordless electric screwdriver is a must for any do-it-yourselfer, homeowner, workshop, or technical service provider. However, be careful where you use it. If your spouse spots it, you will have to buy another one, WORX says. For what it can do, this tool is fairly compact at 183mm long, with a width of 35x35mm ‘square’....
OPPO launches Watch X: Elevating fitness tracking and connectivity
OPPO’s stylish new wearable – now available in South Africa – is packed with desirable features. OPPO has unveiled its latest flagship smartwatch, the OPPO Watch X. Promising to shake up the wearable technology landscape, the OPPO Watch X combines advanced fitness tracking, industry-leading endurance, and seamless connectivity. Advanced fitness tracking The OPPO Watch X serves as a comprehensive fitness companion with...
Honda Elevate 1.5 – Snap Review
Honda has introduced the all-new Elevate, its latest offering to the South African market. This compact family SUV marks a significant addition to Honda’s lineup, with eye-catching styling and a comprehensive list of standard features. Unveiled globally in June 2023, the Elevate is Honda’s newest mid-size SUV. Honda South Africa says the car was conceptualised under the theme of ‘Urban...
Honor X9b – Snap Review
Honor has been making waves with afforable yet impressive devices. The brand has launched its X9b in South Africa, and we got our hands on it to see what it has to offer. The headline feature of the X9b is its durability, as Honor has bragged about its Ultra-Bounce, Anti-Drop technology, which gives the device a five-star rating from SGS....
Apple Vision Pro: South African pricing emerges
The tech world is in awe of Apple’s Vision Pro AR headset — not only due to its impressive technology, but also its price. This is what you can expect to pay. The Apple Vision Pro retails for $3 499, which equats to around R66 000. However, some official pricing is starting to emerge from various South African retailers, with...
Land Cruiser 70 gets Hilux’s 2.8 litre turbo-diesel engine
Toyota’s trusty mountain goat becomes young at heart and a self-shifter too. Here’s what you must know about the comprehensively updated stalwart. Born in 1984, the Land Cruiser 70 Series, also known as the J70, is certainly long in the tooth. Yet, it has an army of die-hard fans. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” is something they would say calmly if...
This Worx fan keeps running when Eskom doesn’t
How do you cope when heatwaves and power failures strike at the same time? Get a rechargeable electric fan, like this one from Worx. The world is experiencing alarmingly high temperatures and South Africa is no exception. But, while citizens of countries with reliable electricity can switch on a fan, Eskom users aren’t that fortunate. (What a cruel irony that...
All-new Honda CR-V lands in SA: What you need to know
The Honda CR-V has received a complete redesign for the 2024 model year, arriving in South Africa dealerships as of today. Let’s take a look at the key changes and features. The new CR-V is bigger, more spacious, and more handsome than before. It’s also more expensive, though it does gain two seats. We haven’t driven it yet, but this...
Kawasaki Versys-X 300 – Snap Test
The market for small and mid-sized adventure tourers is growing at a healthy pace. A pioneer of this genre is the Kawasaki Versys-X 300. Having made its debut in 2017, is it still worth a look? Barry Swart got reacquainted. Don’t let the “300” fool you. The Kawasaki Versys-X 300 is a motorcycle that delivers beyond expectations. This twin-cylinder adventurer packs a lot of...
