Hyundai IONIQ 5 N is 2024’s World Performance Car
Hyundai Motor Company extends its winning streak at the annual World Car Awards, securing the World Performance Car title for the IONIQ 5 N. This marks the company’s seventh award win in the program’s 20-year history. The IONIQ 5 N follows a string of victories for Hyundai’s electric vehicle (EV) lineup. In 2023, the IONIQ 6 achieved a triple win...
Ford says these gravel routes must be on your bucket list
The World Wildlife Fund ranks South Africa as the world’s third most biodiverse country. Whichever direction you travel, inspiring landscapes and kingdoms of fauna and flora await.With such an abundance of fantastic nature and driving routes, creating an itinerary can be daunting. Some proven South African adventure drives are world-renowned, while others are considered local knowledge.Some of South Africa’s...
Asics Gel Nimbus 26 descends from heaven
There’s no doubt that Asics has a stronghold on the running market, and the gateway to Asics’ superb product line is the Gel-Nimbus series. The Nimbus 26 is a stellar shoe that continues the long-running championship pedigree of the brand (pun intended). Asics is known to go with what works, rather than trying to be radical with every new iteration...
Isuzu mu-X 1.9TD LS 4×2 auto – Review
For many years, the Isuzu mu-X was only available with a three-litre, turbo-diesel engine. Recently, its manufacturer introduced a more affordable version, which uses the 1,9-litre engine. Does it hit the mark? We tested it over 3 000 km. To properly test this new, 1,9-litre mu-X, we took it on a long excursion, driving it from Cape Town to Pretoria...
Motul introduce Bike Care range to South Africa
A local distributor of high-quality bicycle brands, Rush Sports, has signed an exclusive distribution deal with the lubricant manufacturer Motul. Motul is a French company with over 170 years of experience in the formulation and production of engine lubricants. In 1971, Motul was the first lubricant manufacturer to formulate a fully synthetic lubricant. Recently, it cast its net wider and now makes products for...
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....
