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NamWheels Galimoto Media cc brings you the latest automotive news, reviews, launch reports, tips and lekker historiese stories in NamWheels. You're most likely to find a copy at Cymot, selected supermarkets and fuel stations, as well as cool cafés and buzzing automotive shops; but only while stocks last. All content of this publication is strictly copyrighted but swapsies and sharies are ok. It's free, you know. Unless otherwise stated, road tests are conducted in South Africa at sea level and all specifications were correct at the time of going to press. Great care is taken to publish correct information, yet NamWheels and Galimoto Media cc cannot be held liable for the results of incorrect data. If you're ready to buy a car featured here, please consult your nearest dealer for pricing and specs. No side shafts were harmed in the making of this publication. NamWheels promotes fun, responsible driving. Always buckle up, keep a safe following distance and - you guessed it - please don't drink and drive!
NEWS & NEW MODELS Holgate finds Africa’s heart
39 days after departing from Gauteng, in a fleet of Land Rovers, Kingsley Holgate arrived at the geographic centre of the continent – the Heart of Africa. With the majority of the 9,000km journey completed in specially outfitted Land Rovers, the last section of the forest trek to the exact location was done on foot with the help of 14 Ba’aka pygmies and three GPS’.
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Hyundai’s new Genesis brand Hyundai has announced an all-new global luxury brand Genesis - that will deliver "human-centered" luxury through a range of models that feature the highest standards of performance, design and innovation. Created for a new generation of discerning consumers, Genesis will be a stand-alone brand operating alongside the popular Hyundai marque. Capitalizing on its success in the fast-growing global car market, Hyundai Motor will launch six new Genesis models by 2020 and thereby will compete with the world's most renowned luxury car brands.
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Fiat’s new TIPO Sedan
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has revealed TIPO as the market name of the new Compact Sedan which was first shown to the public in May at the Istanbul Motor Show. Sales of the car will start in Italy in December and be gradually extended to the other EMEA region countries. TIPO is being considered for the local market but a launch date is not yet available.
Where’s the rest?
Scalable cars Volvo is to extend its compact car range in new segments on its innovative Compact Modular Architecture (CMA), a smaller version of the acclaimed Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). The first car on CMA is expected to be launched in 2017. All future Volvo cars will be built on just two fully scalable and wholly modular vehicle architectures. SPA and CMA are the cornerstone of Volvo's product renewal and growth strategy, involving the replacement of every car in its line-up in the next four years. This process started with the XC90.
Hi, new Navara!
NP300 wins The all-new Nissan NP300 Navara has won the coveted European 2016 International Pick-up of the Year award. Already launched in several markets, it fought off stiff competition with the judges praising its superior on-road and off-roading capabilities, its strong performance and payload capacity. It was also judged on value for money, workhorse ability and towing capabilities. Its chassis introduces a host of new features, like a new five-link rear suspension for the Double Cab model whose load bed is 67mm longer than the previous model.
Interbrand Rankings Following announcements of the 2015 Interbrand ranking, here’s a list of all automotive manufacturers: 6 Toyota (+16%) 11 BWM (+9%) 12 Mercedes-Benz (+7%) 19 Honda (+6%) 35 Volkswagen (-9%) 38 Ford (+6%) 39 Hyundai (+8%) 44 Audi (+5%) 49 Nissan (+19%) 56 Porsche (+12%) 72 Caterpillar (-12%) 74 Kia (+5%) 79 Harley Davidson (+14%) 83 John Deere (+2%) 85 Chevrolet (+2%) 87 Land Rover (+14%) 98 Mini (new)
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GT S is the “Best Driver’s Car”
U.S. car magazine "Motor Trend" chose the MercedesAMG GT S as "Best Driver's Car". The GT S faced 9 other sports cars at the Laguna Seca race track - where it achieved the best lap time. "...It has the sharpest, most precise steering we have ever felt on any AMG vehicle," said Motor Trend editor-in-chief Ed Loh. "It makes massive power from a compact, hightech turbocharged V8.”
Toyota in the Kinsey Report Toyota made its mark once again in the 2015 Kinsey Report with overall wins in three of the nine categories and seven podium positions. The most successful brand in the history of the report, Toyota is refocusing on parts pricing and taking a holistic view of vehicle ownership. “We're very serious about managing cost of ownership across our product offerings," explains Calvyn Hamman, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing at Toyota South Africa Motors. "The lifetime ownership experience for our customers has been and always will be, one of Toyota's passions."
Half a million Polos built in SA
A red Cross Polo destined for Austria was the 500,000th Volkswagen Polo made at the Uitenhage plant. The half-millionth Polo left the line on 22 October in the presence of the Eastern Cape Premier, Deputy Premier of Lower Saxony as well as the Executive Mayor of Nelson Mandela Metro who were hosted by the Volkswagen Group SA Managing Director, Thomas Schaefer.
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MAN in Nam
Dating back to 1906, the family-owned Namibian company, Metje + Ziegler Group, officially opened a MAN sales and servicing dealership in Windhoek on 20 October 2015, to meet growing demand for both MAN and Volkswagen trucks and buses. The organisation has an extensive dealer network that includes multi-branded commercial vehicle as well as passenger car facilities. The new dealership, Autohaus Windhoek Truck and Bus, caters for both MAN and VW heavy commercial vehicles. Originally a dedicated VW truck and bus sales and service dealership, Metje + Ziegler Group’s Autohaus division acquired the MAN franchise in 2010 when the two German brands merged following Volkswagen AG’s acquiring a majority stake of MAN AG that same year.
Polo Sedan
That’s a good-looking little roadster
Heaps of presents no problem for a Transit
FORD brings Christmas cheer Thousands of children at orphanages, homes and under-privileged schools around the country will be receiving a gift in 2015, with delivery guaranteed by the Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA). For the second year running Ford will be teaming up with the Santa Shoebox project to bring Christmas cheer to needy children during the festive season. Each child receives a specially packed present containing toiletries, a toy, an outfit of clothing and sweets. For many it’s the only present they receive. In order to put smiles on little faces, Ford decided to put its commercial vehicles to good use by assisting the Santa
Shoebox project in delivering in excess of 100,000 gifts to children in need. Last year the Ford Transits covered a highly impressive 7,911km, delivering just over 110,000 boxes. The Santa Shoebox Project originated in Cape Town with a humble 180 boxes in 2006, nowadays the presents are distributed to over 1,000 recipient facilities, through more than sixty satellites around South Africa and Namibia. A Virtual Shoebox option was introduced in 2014. Fans of the Santa Shoebox initiative can follow the festivities by using #PresentsinTransit. or visiting the project’s website www.santashoebox.co.za
Latest MX-5 Roadster The new Mazda MX-5 takes up the torch for the world’s best-selling roadster: the fourth version of the MX-5 delivers a balance of driving fun, comfort, convenience and aggressively charming design. MX-5 is more fuel-
New Triton coming SsangYong’s updated Korando The SsangYong Korando has been updated and made its debut in Southern Africa. The local SsangYong distributor, Mahindra S.A., streamlined the offering by focusing on a single petrol derivate with
Audi TTS
Volkswagen’s revised Polo sedan now includes a 3year/45,000km service plan on top of the existing 3year/120,000km warranty and 12-year Anti-Corrosion warranty. The interior and exterior have been refreshed with a premium look and feel.
The Audi TTS, now in the third TT generation, uses the 2.0T FSI engine from the S3 range, producing 210kW and 380Nm with a 0-100km/h time of just 4.8 seconds. The Audi TTS will only be available as a Coupé with S tronic transmission. Prices start at R700,500 (S.A.).
Polo Vivo Street
RS3 Sportback
The new Volkswagen Polo Vivo Street special edition is available as a hatch body variant with the 1.4 engine (63kW). It has exclusive interior and exterior features which include silver side mirrors, 15-inch alloys, lowered suspension, various decals and stripes, some leather with grey stitching and “Kadra” seat trim.
That distinctive soundtrack, the free-revving and brawny power - Audi’s five-cylinder is legendary. This engine makes its return in the new RS3 Sportback, making 270kW and 465Nm. It accelerates the RS3 from 0 to 100km/h in 4.3 seconds. The comprehensive five-year / 100,000km Audi Freeway Plan is included in the (S.A.) price of R710,000.
efficient, using lightweight principles with SKYACTIV Technology. The front-mid engine, rear-wheel drive, 50:50 weight distribution, low yaw inertia moment and redesigned chassis improve the already legendary agility.
New Shogun
Mitsubishi Motors’ specialedition Pajero Sport Shogun 4x4 Auto is packed with offroad accessories and other luxuries at no extra cost. These include Tough Dog shock absorbers, all-terrain tyres, tow bar, protection plates, rock-sliders, snorkel, cargo protector, roof rack and the latest Garmin GPS.
comprehensive standard features. The South African retail price is R324,995 including a 5year/150,000km warranty and a 5-year/100,000km service plan.
The next-generation Triton will be available in Southern Africa from mid-2016. This fifth generation is the most advanced Mitsubishi bakkie to date and already raked in accolades, including that of 2015 Truck of the Year by Auto Express in the UK.
Cabrio Landy Land Rover has unveiled the world’s first luxury compact SUV convertible. The Range Rover Evoque Convertible combines the bold design and refinement of Evoque with a sophisticated folding roof to create an all-season convertible. The distinctive shape of the original Range Rover Evoque lends itself to a convertible design and the new model sits at the pinnacle of the Evoque’s portfolio as the most exclusive and capable convertible in the world. As the fifth member of the Range Rover family – and the first Land Rover convertible – the new model combines Range Rover luxury with a distinctive four-seat design and versatile storage. Destined for Southern Africa later in 2016, local pricing, specification and availability will be communicated closer to the time.
More Clios Master of Africa remastered The 2015 Land Cruiser 200 builds upon the rock solid foundation of its forefathers and adds some technological advancements which make it the best and most capable Land Cruiser ever.
These include Multi-Terrain Select with Monitor System surround camera view, PreCrash Collision Mitigation, Wireless Cell phone Charger and Bi-LED Headlamps with Auto High Beam.
Great LX made even greater The new Lexus LX has a distinctly bold design with newly sculpted headlamps and triple LED 'cylinders' while bi-tone 20-inch alloy wheels compliment the solid stance of the LX. The interior exudes pure style and sophistication, with sumptuous leather trim,
piano black facia, metallic accents, Heads Up Display and a 12.3-inch multimedia display. This unit interfaces with the new Remote Touch Interface system to provide easy navigation of the LX’ plethora of features - audio, navigation, vehicle speed, etc.
The new generation Renault Clio has made remarkable inroads into the fiercely competitive B-segment and following the range’s local introduction in 2013, this generation Clio has been consistently amongst the top five performers in its class. The arrival of the new Clio Expression 88kW Turbo EDC and Clio Blaze 66kW Turbo Limited Edition is sure to rally the model's loyal fan base and also find favour with a new generation of motoring enthusiasts. Clio Expression is powered by Renault's 1.2 litre, 4cylinder 88kW Turbo engine, together with the anticipated six-speed, Efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) auto gearbox. Clio Blaze uses a new 66kW Turbo petrol engine which claims average petrol use of an almost unbelievable 4.5L/100km. Both new models are sold with Renault’s five-year / 150,000km warranty as well as a three-year / 45,000km service plan.
CHEVROLET budget beaters General Motors South Africa has three new limited edition Chevrolet models. The funky Spark Curve, the beefed-up UteWorking and the laidback UTESURF share one quality: added value. The Spark Curve starts life as the zesty 1.2 L, but gets more visual sparkle thanks to a set of 15-inch alloy wheels and eye-catching side decals. The interior receives mats as a standard fitment. The Spark Curve is limited to 150 units. Chevrolet’s popular Utility gets two limited edition models: the “Working” and the “Surf”. The former gets some common-sense addons which should help to add value to any business. With a sensible cab protector and rubberised load box, the UteWorking gets body decals and a set of wheel covers to stand out. A tuner/CD is also
included and the bakkie can be specified with or without air conditioning. There are just 200 units to be made. Aimed at the other extreme of the Ute buyers profile is the UTESURF, designed to have special appeal for the fun-loving individuals. The UTESURF gets a tubular stainless steel sport bar as well as a roof rack/spoiler combination which makes it simpler and safer to carry lifestyle accessories. The 250,000th Utility was built on 6 November 2015, making it one of GMSA’s biggest successes.
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COUNTDOWN
Here’s our list of cars we tested in 2015 which made such a good impression that we just had to tell you about them... HONDA ACCORD 3.5
VOLKSWAGEN up!
VOLVO XC90
What we loved:
Fat, heavy, thirsty, boring, slow? Wrong, wrong, wrong, wrong, wrong! We approve: Cracking V6, comfort, economy We frown upon: The price
You will love:
Value, quality, space
Clever design
What we didn't:
You might not:
(Lack of) Performance
Price, servicing
It costs: From N$140,000
You'll pay:
Who should get one:
Upwards of 900k
Will cost you: Over half a million bucks Who should purchase it:
City Slickers, Single Parents,
You are:
It’s new, it’s big, it’s clever and it’s not German.
A free thinker
Volvo’s new top model is a world beater.
Pensioners and Commuters Dynamite comes in small packages. Although its tiny 1L engine is
Fans of lively six cylinders and comfortable sedans
not dynamite, the up!’s quality, space and economy certainly are.
FASTEST
MERCEDES-AMG GT S
The fastest car we tested in 2015. Actually, the fastest we’ve ever tested.
LEXUS NX200t
BMW i3 (REX)
We enjoyed:
It’s good at:
This is great:
0-100 in 3.64 seconds*
Hiding its roots. Driving.
Tech and speed
We didn’t enjoy:
It’s bad at:
This isn't:
Hard, low ride You'll pay:
It’s gonna cost you:
N$ 2 million
From N$560,000
Also consider:
It’s for people who:
Porsche 911
Want modern exclusivity This is one of those cars which we didn’t expect anything from.
Price, charge time
*GPS-verified
Dealership count
You'll pay: R605,000 Also consider: Nissan Leaf
Sadly not for sale in Namibia. Everyone in our office is a huge fan.
KIA SOUL
The Lexus NX200t had other ideas - it’s a great compact luxury SUV.
The positives:
KIA PICANTO
NEWEST
VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Funky looks, versatility
CHEAPEST
The negatives:
Small, agile, safe, affordable. Good little car!
Modern looks and specs, trusted comfort and style.
Not many
You will love:
The cost:
Size and frugality
N$250,000 to N$350,000
Yes please:
You might not:
The one you want:
Space, comfort, value
Top model prices
DSL in Postman Pat Red
No thank you:
You'll pay:
Nothing, actually
About 120k for LS
How much: This car isn’t just about its outlandish looks - it can do much more.
but 160k+ for EX
Starting at N$381,700
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Our southern neighbours have a guild of motoring journalists who have, not always uncontroversially, selected their pick of new cars since 1986.
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2005
2010
2015
Toyota Corolla Twin Cam
BMW 525i
Opel Astra 160iS
Renault Clio 1.4 RT
Volvo S40
VW Golf VI 1.4 TSi C/Line
Porsche Macan S Diesel
1987 Mercedes-Benz 260E 1988 BMW 735i 1989 Toyota Corolla GLi Executive
1991 Opel Monza 160 GSi 1992 Nissan Maxima 300 SE 1993 BMW 316i 1994 Opel Kadett 140i
1996 1997 1998 1999
2011 VW Polo 1.6 TDi and BMW 530d 2012 Hyundai Elantra 1.8 2013 Porsche Boxster 2014 Porsche Cayman S
2016 The next Wesbank S.A.G.M.J. Car of the Year will be revealed at a gala banquet on 8 March 2016.
5x
BMW
3x
Audi A4 1.8 BMW 528i Ford Fiesta Fun Alfa-Romeo 156 T-Spark
Audi, Opel, Volkswagen, Porsche
2001 2002 2003 2004
BMW 320d Audi A4 1.9 TDi VW Polo 1.4 TDi Renault Megane 1.9 dCi
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2006 2007 2008 2009
Audi A3 S/B 2.0T FSi Honda Civic 1.8 VXi Mazda 2 Individual Honda Accord 2.4i Executive
Honda, Renault, Toyota
1x
Alfa-Romeo, Ford, Hyundai, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, Volvo
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TOW VEHICLES
Land Rover
No fewer than four vehicles with the British green oval can schlep up to 3,500kg - the Defender, Discovery, Range Rover and Range Rover Sport. And all of them look completely at home next to a dressage arena.
Jokes aside though, here’s our little list of cars that can tow big loads, arranged by number of models and total weight. Please note that we based this list on manufacturer’s figures and advise that you confirm any data with your local retailer.
Mercedes-Benz
Get yourself one of the big Mercedes-Benz SUV's (G-Class, GL/GLS or ML/GLE) which all pull 3 tonnes without breaking a sweat. Even their sedans and hatchbacks aren't bad for smaller loads. Also see page 11!
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Toyota
No big surprises here, the Japanese giant has lots to offer if you need to move a trailer, boat or a few trees. The big Land Cruiser 200 can tow 3.5t while the Hilux and Fortuner load depends on model and engine size.
Volkswagen
The people's car champion is the Touareg which can also haul 3.5 tonnes, while every Amarok model manages at least 2,800kg and the Kombi / T5 does 2.5 tonnes. Even their hatchbacks and sedans do well.
Audi
If you think Audis are soft targets for bankers and insurance agents, think again. Every Q7 handles 3.5 tonnes and all Q5's make it to at least 2,000kg. The TDi engines shared with VW make towing a pleasure!
So it’s finally holiday time and you’re off to the coast with your boat to visit the in-laws. Or perhaps your daughter got a new horse for Christmas? In both cases you have our sympathy.
SMALLER STUFF Can't afford one of these powerful rides? Don't dispair, neither can we. Smaller or less powerful vehicles which can tow 1,500kg+: BMW 3Series & X1, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Honda Accord & CR-V, Hyundai ix35, Infiniti Q70, Kia Sportage, Lexus IS350, Mazda BT50, Mitsubishi Pajero Sport & Triton, Nissan XTrail, Ssangyong Korando & Actyon, Subaru Forester & Outback, Tata Xenon, Toyota RAV4, Volvo 60 Range & V40 Cross Country, VW CC.
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ALSO CONSIDER Isuzu KB300 Porsche Cayenne Ford Ranger D/Cab Mitsubishi Pajero LWB Lexus LX570 Nissan Pathfinder Mitsubishi Pajero SWB BMW X5 / X6 Nissan Patrol Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Chevrolet Trailblazer Foton Tunland Jeep Grand Cherokee Isuzu KB240 BMW 7 Series BMW X3 / X4 Hyundai Santa Fe Infiniti QX50 / 70 Kia Sorento Lexus GS Lexus LS460 Lexus RX Mercedes-Benz Viano Nissan Navara Renault Koleos BMW 5 Series Subaru Legacy
kg 3 500 3 500 3 350* 3 300 3 225 3 000* 2 800 2 700 2 500* 2 500* 2 480* 2 250* 2 250* 2 100 2 100 2 000* 2 000 2 000* 2 000 2 000 2 000 2 000 2 000 2 000* 2 000 2 000* 2 000
* min. tow weight, model dependent
These results are based on manufacturer figures. Always make sure that the tyres, brakes and connection of your trailer(s) are in good condition and keep the speed responsible!
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Drivers must be over 18 years and hold a full, valid driver's license. 18 to 21-year-old drivers must take out supersaver insurance for R450. Car choice is subject to availability.
With two successful seasons completed, the next round of Supercar Drive Days starts in January 2016 at Dezzi Raceway, moving to Zwartkops Raceway in February. Cape Town's turn is later that month at Killarney.
This season there are two Ferrari F430s, two Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4's, a Nissan GTR, Porsche GT3, Audi R8 (V10) Spyder and a BMW i8 Hybrid Supercar*.
The driving experience begins with registration and safety instructions, followed by vehicle choice. All cars have a qualified, advanced driving instructor on board to ensure the driver's safety at all times, while also helping you to find the ideal line and technique around the track.
For the ultimate petrol-head thrill, Gift Experience South Africa offers passenger "hot laps" in supercharged Ariel Atoms, driven by professional racing drivers. Passenger hot laps start at R899, “tag team” experiences are R1599 with only height as a minimum requirement. Visit www.giftexperiencesouthafrica.co.za or call +27 (0) 21 813 6060 to book your space. For larger groups and corporate / team building bookings, contact the same number for reservations. Space for this supercar dream is limited!
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A firm favourite is the drop-top, drop-dead-gorgeous Audi R8 Spyder with its potent V10 engine.
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Audi
S3
Cabriolet
Some things just shouldn't work, but do. The Audi S3 Cabriolet is one of them...
Text Hanjo Stier Images Audi South Africa
Certain combinations just sound awful - but aren't. Snoek and jam, leather and lace, symphonies and rock music, you get the idea. There are similarly strange combinations in the world of cars which, in theory, should be ghastly. We’ve just spent a week with one of them and it’s called an Audi S3 Cabriolet.
This makes them rather wobbly and indirect during spirited driving and that odd sensation is generally heightened when you do this exercise with a stiffer, more powerful car. Like an Audi S3.
There’s a tiny amount of sideways shimmying in the rear-view mirror but other than that, it feels rock solid. Even over nasty ridges and speed bumps. The next thing to strike me in a pleasing way was its potent but smooth power delivery, a major factor which puts a twisting effect on roofless cars.
We shouldn’t have been worried. The company with four shiny rings has been building convertibles The Audi A3 is a premium for many years and thus hatchback available with knows a thing or five about Not so the S3 Cabriolet – thanks to the silky sixtwo or four doors and, in vehicular solidity. speed S-tronic dual-clutch one of its most extreme forms, a 210kW (286hp) They also have a lot of jolly automatic transmission beast of an engine. This sporty roadsters to take and sophisticated Quattro “S3” already enthralled us notes from – think Spyder all-wheel-drive system, it as the handsome sedan but varieties of the Audi R8 and squats down and goes. none of us knew what to various Lamborghinis. The car’s active steering expect when its soft-top cabrio brother pitched up Just half a minute behind is super-direct and light to the flat-bottomed steering operate; the same goes for for a dash of reviewing. wheel of an Audi S3 Cabrio both its pedals while the Here’s the problem. When confirms that this chop-top cabrio’s sports suspension you chop the roof off a car, comes amazingly close to is certainly on the stiff side it loses a lot of structural the regular S3 in terms of but with an overriding suppleness. overall firmness. stiffness.
Our test car’s optional 18inch, 225/40R18 wheels tried their hardest but the ride was still acceptable for most occupants. Fast and successive road undulations can briefly lift you out of the firm and supportive sports seats but, unless you drive like a bandit, the car remains composed and true to your projected path. With the top down, wind buffeting really sets in from 80km/h onwards but you can order an optional deflector to combat this. The Audi S3 Cabriolet also has a few features which all convertibles should have – please take notes, other car manufacturers – like a roof which operates at speeds up to 50km/h and a button which commands all four side windows.
In a late and shameless act of desperation, we took this headless rocket on an extensive Sunday drive, across vastly differing As you can deduct from all roads and many mountain this, the cabrio didn’t put a passes, just to find tangible single wheel wrong; and it faults. just got better. Nothing. Except perhaps Audi’s Drive Select chassis its rather outrageous price system is superb in Auto or of N$666,700 but even Comfort mode, lethargic in there we found an upside – Efficiency and quite racy in supreme exclusivity. “Dynamic”. This setting agitates responses from If you can stomach that engine, gearbox, exhaust, sort of expenditure for such a relatively small and steering and suspension. impractical vehicle, we can Put foot and the engine confidently tell you that growls a bit louder while this is an amazing feat of the exhausts pop and engineering which you crackle during gear shifts; won’t see on every street these are at your beck and corner. call with steering-mounted shift paddles. In full Auto, The Audi S3 Cabriolet is a it hit 0-100km/h in 6.31 bewitching combination of seconds while Dynamic poser and power that mode and launch control technically shouldn’t work; but it does. yielded 5.23 seconds. Its closed fabric roof is so well insulated that we noticed more road than wind noise at 120km/h.
MAKE Audi MODEL S3 Cabriolet ENGINE 2L i-4 Turbo-Petrol 210kW 380Nm DRIVETRAIN 7-speed DSG, AWD ABS, EBA, ESP PERFORMANCE 0-100km/h: 5.23 sec. 0-400m: 13.52 sec. Max km/h: 250* CONSUMPTION 7L/100km avg.* TANK / RANGE 55L / 785km* BOOT SIZE 285L WARRANTY 1 year / unlimited km SERVICE PLAN 5 years / 100,000km TYRE SIZE 225/40 R18 SPARE WHEEL Space saver 18-inch PRICE N$666,700 (May 2015) *Manufacturer claims. S3 unwisely provided by Audi South Africa
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Bakkies
KB
Isuzu has spruced up its KB and upped the bakkie stakes...
The bakkie war is set to become more intense following Isuzu's introduction of a number of enhancements, new features as well as the addition of three new models to expand and strengthen its popular range of KB single- and double-cabs. The three new models are a KB250 Fleetside Extended Cab, a KB250 Fleetside Double Cab and top-of-the-range KB300 LX Double Cab 4x4 with automatic transmission. Three additions extend the range to 18 models with three body types - single, extended and double cab. It's a popular boast in this segment of the market to describe bakkies as 'car-like' and high standards have been set by the likes of Volkswagen Amarok and Ford Ranger and double cabs, in particular, have become more like conventional passenger vehicles in terms of cabin comfort, ride quality, driver aids and safety. The S.A.-built KB has a strong reputation for being tough and reliable workhorses but the addition of a higher-specced auto version certainly moves it firmly into the comfortable, carlike category as well. At the media launch of the revamped KB range, I spent most of the time at the wheel of this pleasant flagship and although I am not by nature a bakkie fan, I was pleasantly surprised by its classy living quarters, fancy onboard kit and the way it behaved on stretches of sandy, rocky tracks, back roads and tarred motorways. Like all bakkies it still feels a little bouncy and tail-end loose but this will no doubt improve considerably with a bit of weight on the back (the vehicles at the Media launch were all unloaded). This smooth five-speed auto shifter will certainly find favour with the segment of the market that uses double cabs for fun rather than work. The auto transmission is a good match for the 3.0-litre DTEQ
turbo-diesel under its hood and the combination works well, whether the going gets rough or cruising along on the motorway. In spite of its lively 130kW / 380Nm output Isuzu claims a combined fuel consumption of 7.9 litres per 100km. Fuel consumption across the range varies from 7.7L/100km to 8L/100km (like all fuel consumption figures claimed by manufacturers, these are achieved in perfect laboratory conditions and should not be regarded as realistic usage). New features are particularly noticeable in the double and extended derivatives where a new standard feature is a class-leading touch screen infotainment system with navigation, internet, WiFi, and smartphone integration. The screen in question - a highdefinition 1080p TFT unit with a generous 6.5-inch dimension also acts as the display when browsing, or when using the DVD player. It integrates with another new standout feature on all double Cab KB’s: a Rear Park Assist reversing camera, which is not only convenient when backing up - especially when hitching a trailer - but is also a valuable safety feature. A passive entry and start system (PESS) is a keyless entry with Start/Stop ignition button which is now also standard on all LX-grade models with the four-door body style. Leather is now also an option on these derivatives. All double cab KB’s are now armed with LED daytime running lights (replacing the fog lamps), and LED technology incorporated in the rear clusters. Lower down the pecking order are the Fleetside worker bees operating in a segment where reliability, load-carrying and low operating costs are more important than cabin comforts but even though they are sans the real fancies they all have a radio / CD with Bluetooth.
Not that far behind the power outputs of the three-litre KB’s are two models powered by an upgraded, high output version of the 2.5-litre DTEQ direct injection common-rail turbodiesel that kicks out 100kW and 320Nm. The improved torque enables the payload of the single cab Fleetside model to increase to a class-leading 1,221 kilograms. In the crucial field of safety and occupant protection all the LE and LX models (as well as the two new Fleetside models) now have electronic stability control (ESC) and by year-end (when this safety feature is added to the Fleetside single cabs) all KB’s except for a pair of base specification single cabs will be equipped with ESC. ESC uses a network of sensors to determine the yaw angle of the vehicle - in other words, whether it is over-steering or under-steering, and commands the bakkie’s braking hardware and engine management to intervene individually or in tandem. The KB range now has a fullhouse of the safety features not so long ago associated with smart sedans. As well as the new stability / traction control pairing, the triumvirate of ABS, EBD and EBA covers all models with the exception of 2.5 LEED (Low pressure turbo) models. The two base models now have a height-adjustable steering column, and the LE versions also have cruise control. LX single and Extended Cabs, and all LE models look and feel much more upmarket thanks to smarter fabric in the living quarters. Already a strong player in the bakkie segment, the spruced up KB is sure to increase its grip on this market. All vehicles come with a fiveyear / 120,000km warranty and roadside assistance as well as a service plan for five-years or 90,000km .
Text Henrie Geyser Images General Motors South Africa
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Volkswagen
DEC 2015 / JAN 2016
Passat
H Volkswagen’s brand-new Passat is blessed with perfect timing...
Recent events have shoved the giant car maker Volkswagen onto its back feet but the colossus is using this situation to leap up with new focus and new products.
You’ll have to wait for the new A4 to get this level of top-class safety and assistance systems, intuitive infotainment and the HDquality instrument cluster.
Although it’s probably coincidence, their timing couldn’t have been better to introduce the new-generation Passat in southern Africa.
Optional extras include a full three-zone climate control with rear settings, adjustable heads-up display and the “Discover Pro” navigation with an 8-inch VGA screen and 10Gb hard disk drive.
You may think that the Passat is an old man’s car or sales disaster which explains why Volkswagen is so desperate to destroy any of those connotations. Yes, the older models weren’t particularly exciting and yes, they never inhabited our country in great numbers but VWSA alleges that “this model should change that.” The Passat is one of Volkswagen’s most successful models ever, also in new-money China. Local retailers are banking on this new (B8) model’s more executive look and premium feel to capture market share from the perpetual German trio of Audi, BMW and Mercedes in the (increasingly premium) Bsegment sedan. Spearheaded by a marketing campaign called “Think New”, Passat is based on the VW group’s MQB modular platform. With only the engine position fixed, all its dimensions were maximized for comfort and space, resulting in a lower bonnet, lower roof height / line and less front overhang than its predecessor. Remarkably, the new sedan is shorter and lower but boasts an increased wheelbase and lighter, tighter bodies (up to 85kg less than before). This provides occupants with better cabin space and comfort levels, as well as improved acoustics and increased luggage capacity (up 20L to 479L). The car’s new looks will play a big part in capturing buyers and I believe that VW got it right. Going from a wide face and powerful stance at the front, the “Tornado Line” sculpted profile crease and trademark VW C-pillar lead to strong rear shoulders and distinctive tail lights, all wrapped in crisp lines and elegant proportions. Add the high-quality interior and delicate chrome detailing (inside and out) to end up with a sedan that’s probably most like its own second cousin, the Audi A4.
Text Hanjo Stier Images Various sources
Demo Passat available for test drives
This system features 3D navigation, multiuser Bluetooth connectivity, voice control and is Apple Car Play and Android Auto ready. Other add-ons (depending on the model) include R-Line goodies and wheels as well as leather trim, clever seats, glass sunroof, ambient lighting, keyless access, fold-away tow-bar, adaptive cruise control, rear-view camera with park pilot and a thumping-great 700 Watt DynAudio sound system including subwoofer. The line-up includes 1.4 TSi 110kW Manual (N$381,700) or DSG (N$402,100), 1.8 TSi 132kW DSG (N$447,100) and 2.0 TSi 162kW DSG (N$478,600) with TDi models expected to make an entrance in 2016. VW includes a 3-year/120,000km warranty and a 5-year/100,000km AutoMotion Plan with the purchase of every Passat. As for driving this car, I can honestly state that interested buyers need not travel more than a few hundred meters to discover that the new generation Passat is as comfortable, sophisticated and responsive as its maker alleges. It’s smoother than a 3-Series, softer than a CClass and more comfortable than an A4. A new multi-mode response system is standard across the range and adapts to the driver’s inputs, switching between modes if need be. On the Eastern Cape launch route, I made sure to cycle through the frugal “Eco”, normal “Comfort”, eager “Sport” and flexible “Individual” settings to test their effects. While every mode had its own appeal, I always detected an underlying smoothness and solidity to this car’s behaviour – even when fitted with 18-inch R-Line alloys. This excellence wasn’t just picked up by yours truly; the new Passat recently won a landslide first place in the 2015 European Car of the Year competition.
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Honda SPRINT REVIEW
SAFETY TIPS
Dangers of mobile phone use while driving
Some facts on the CR-V: The Honda CR-V has been around for almost 20 years and happily it’s a car that our market carried almost from the start. With inoffensive looks, no-nonsense tech and clever interiors, the CR-V not only sold very well but also commands some impressive resale values. Always available as a petrol four-cylinder with the odd turbo-Diesel in between, this range has just received a mild facelift and new toys. Choose between a 2L auto or manual in two trim levels or a 2.4 allwheel-drive automatic; also in two spec levels. We tested the N$409,900 Elegance 2.0. More info: Some say CR-V is an acronym for “Compact Recreational Vehicle”, which I don’t doubt. While it’s not the smallest vehicle around, it certainly drives and feels like
something more compact. As with most modern Hondas, the interior’s versatility is simply gobsmacking. Like its predecessor, this car can open its rear doors to almost 90 degrees and fold its 60/40 split rear seats completely flat. Honda gives you two options to do this: a chord next to the seat(s) or handles in the cargo area. In both cases you only need one hand to start the collapse; same goes for the two-stage reverse process. What he said: The other day an acquaintance approached me for some car advice. At first cringing through the obligatory “so what do you think of…” my face instantly lit up when they concluded with “a Honda CR-V?” This is one of those no-brainer cars, no matter its spec or price. “Go for it” I said.
This new face really suits the car; brings it up to date. The interior is still fantastic with that high gear lever position and loads of storage options. Honda’s new touch-screen infotainment system is quite easy to use – Bluetooth finally connects when asked to – but it looks a little foreign and doesn’t have a volume knob; only buttons. What she said: I love the CRV’s spacious interior. From ample leg and head room (no matter where you’re seated) to the cavernous boot which is perfect for a shopping trip with the girls or school bags and kiddie paraphernalia if you’re in the family way. The ride is super comfy. This car just fits a person well. No fiddling or discomfort, all the right seat position to height ratios and an easy drive all together.
My only complaint is that I found the lower gear ratios to be a bit ‘pap’ and, given the typical poor torque offering from Honda, you do find yourself changing down a lot in town or hill driving. You will also need to be a bit careful when pulling away in first gear or reversing up an incline, you’ll need a bit more gas than you might like. Other than that, a really fantastic drive. Why you will want one: Exceptional versatility and Japanese reliability blended into a good SUV. These naturally-aspirated CR-V’s won’t match turbodiesels (or turbo-petrols) for power or economy but they’ll probably out-last any rivals and give them a bloody nose in the second-hand yards, too.
Cellphones are an extremely dangerous distraction for the driver of a moving vehicle because they reduce or stunt the reaction times crucial for negotiating traffic. Even more dangerous than phoning while driving is texting (or browsing) on a mobile phone while behind the wheel. The main causes of accidents while using a mobile phone include loss of the driver’s ability to recognise potential dangers, maintain their speed and direction, or keeping safe following distances.
A good driver should employ constant visual searches in any road situation and the use of a mobile phone seriously diminishes this ability - some studies allege that the risk of a collision is up to four times higher than normal. Here are a few tips for those of us who have to communicate while on the move: • Stop the vehicle in a safe spot if you need to phone or text. • If possible, ask a passenger to answer calls or messages on your behalf. • WAIT until you get to your destination!
1.6 million crashes a year in the U.S. caused by using a mobile phone texting while driving is
6 times more dangerous than drunk driving
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THE GL-WHAT?
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Confused? Don't worry, we also took a while to grasp what is going on here.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz renamed most of their off-road vehicles, the Geländewagen lends its first letter (G) to all other off-roady Mercs.
GLC
G-Class - name unchanged The original, boxy, robust and jolly expensive off-roader.
en ander G-modelle
GLS - previously GL As it’s closest to an S-Class in size and comfort, the GL is now called the GLS. GLE - previously ML Smaller than a GLS, this is the ML’s snazzy new name. Also available as a coupé. GLC - new, previously GLK Based on a C-Class, this name makes sense, as does the next... GLA - unchanged Based on an A-Class.
H Namib Die (en Kalahari) se Plaaspadpioniers G
Mercedes-Benz van Suid-Afrika het so-pas ‘n wye en nuwe reeks viertrekmodelle losgelaat op die mees gepaste plek; plaaspaaie en rowwe, regte rowwe voetspoorpaaie in die Namib. Behalwe die hoekige, alombekende Geländewagen wat reeds in 1979 op die toneel verskyn het, en uiterlik nie maklik van die oer-model onderskei kan word nie, was daar die GLC koepee-tipe sportnutsvoertuig en ook die opvolger van die gewilde M-klas, die GLE.
Text Dr Hans Heese Images Various sources
GLS
sodat die bestuurder self volle beheer kan oorneem. (Ons was al by ‘n 4x4 bekendstelling wat dit juis laasgenoemde stelsel was wat ons en ons makkers amper almal bokveld toe gestuur het!). Aan die ander kant van die skaal kan die draai van die knoppie ook die bakwerk laat sak as daar vinnig op teerpaaie gery word. Dit is nou oulik. En tussen hierdie uiterstes in is daar ook verstellings om ‘n meer gemaklike rit te laat plaasvind, sogenaamde “comfort” verstelling.
Met al die tipes en variante is dit effens aan die moeilike kant om elkeen in detail te beskryf. Dit is dus die beste om te begin by die toetsmodel waarmee die meeste van die tyd deurgebring is, die GLC 250 d 4MATIC.
‘n Verstelling wat hier egter min gebruik sal word is dié een vir paaie waar ‘n yslagie gevorm het. Maar met die veranderende klimaat is alles natuurlik moontlik!
Die GLC kan ‘n mens maklik flous; die lyne is so byderwets as wat dit kan kom en het boonop van die laagste sleursyfers in die industrie met ‘n CD waarde van slegs 0.31, dus so stroombelyn soos wat kan kom.
Die hart van hierdie besondere model is ‘n tweeliter turbodiesel wat 350Nm tussen 1,200 en 4,000rpm beskikbaar stel; dit is hierdie soort krag en die lae omwentelinge waarteen dit beskikbaar is, wat veral beïndruk.
Op die langpad beteken hierdie “gladde” bakwerk dat hy minder brandstof teen relatief hoë snelhede gaan gebruik en dat sywinde ook nie eintlik ‘n vat op hom gaan hê nie.
Aandrywing na die vier wiele vind plaas deur die 9-gang (ja, NEGE gang) ratkas. Iewers in die middel, by die 6de gang is die aandrywing direk een tot een, die hoër ratte is almal snelgange.
Natuurlik straal die motor as geheel dieselfde indruk van gehalte uit soos al sy legendariese voorgangers voor hom; Mercedes en gehalte is immers sinoniem.
Ander handige hulpmiddels is die elektroniese drukmeter wat elke band se druk op die 17” wiele monitor en op die skerm weerspieël.
Met sy voorkoms is die GLC die ideale toermotor vir die langpad met ‘n ruim kajuit, gemaklike sitplekke, uitstekende klankstelsel en natuurlik die jongste elektroniese hulpmiddels wat van die swak bestuurder ‘n goeie bestuurder maak as daar ‘n glipsie kom op die los gruispaaie met sand om die draaie; beide my reisgenoot en selwers het weereens uitgevind dat hierdie tegnologie werklik sy ding kan doen as daar net té vinnig op hierdie soort paaie gery word. Wat werklik beïndruk het van hierdie GLC is die feit dat die bakwerk met 20 mm gelig kan word as die middelmannetjie of die klippe net té hoog is; al wat nodig is om dié metamorfose van sportkoepee tot plaaskar te laat plaasvind, is die draai van ‘n draaiknop op die konsole tussen die twee sitplekke. Wat dan in sand of modder of enige ander hindernisse geskied hang af van die vernuf van die bestuurder om nie pad byster te raak nie en die voertuig anderkant heelhuids deur te haal. Wat belangrik is op hierdie soort voertuig met al sy elektroniese stelsels, is dat die elektroniese stabiliteitstelsels (ESC) afgeskakel kan word
Volgens Mercedes-Benz versnel die GLC 250 d van 0-100km/h binne 7,3 sekondes en gaan draai die naald op 223km/h. ‘n Gemiddelde verbruiksyfer val tussen 6,5 en 7L/100 km. Wat kos hierdie spesifieke Mercedes? Hy kan van die vloer af gery word teen N$625,000 maar die eienaar sal meer moet opdok vir die GPS stelsel (N$24,800) en die lugvering wat dit bak lig (N$14,500), iets wat ons persoonlik saam met die motor sal bestel. Hoe lyk die pryse van die ander in hierdie bepaalde reeks? Die goedkoopste is die GLC 220 d teen N$605,000 en die duurste die GLC 300 teen N$661,000. Maar dan moet die “ekstras” natuurlik nog bygereken word. As teenprestasie bied Mercedes-Benz sy 6-jaar/ 100,000km PremiumDrive onderhoudspakket aan waar die eienaar geen bydraes hoef te maak as sy Benz gediens moet word nie. En die ander perde uit die stal van MercedesBenz se G-reeks? Oor hulle gesels ons ‘n ander keer!
GLE
GLC
GLA
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CUSTOM BUMPERS
KNOWLEDGE: OFF-ROAD ACCESSORIES
Are they worth the investment?
Benefits We tried to be all diplomatic about this but there’s mostly (only) one reason why someone would fit one of these to their vehicle - they look freakin’ awesome! Other, less visual benefits of having one bolted to your fourwheel-drive vehicle usually include an improved approach angle and better low-speed protection.
Bolt-ons Another nifty feature of these is that they come (or can be customised to carry) features like bull bar, lights, winch, recovery and jacking points - all in one bumper!
Caution A word of warning though - most modern 4x4's have airbags which rely on sensors in (or near) the front bumper. By changing the structure of the bumper, you may be at risk of the airbags not deploying correctly! Fitting a different bumper may also alter the crumple zone of your vehicle and put you (and others) at risk of injury in a potential crash. Check with your car’s manufacturer or an approved fitment centre to see if this may be the case.
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Jaguar
ROAD TEST
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XE
Specs are not that important to a Jaguar owner.
Text Hanjo Stier Images Galimoto Media
SPEC SHEET
Over the years I’ve realized you could find on Jaguar’s that motoring reviews website. serve just two purposes. I also won’t bother with all The first and obvious is to the available models (there test (but often regurgitate) are plenty) or the prices, as specifications and other they are - pardon the pun quantifiable attributes of currently being pounded cars which everyone could by our exchange rate and call up on their smart- will be out of date by next Tuesday. phone in under a minute. The second bit of a review Starting with the new XE’s is slightly more important. looks, Jaguar appears to be copying Audi or Aston by It’s simply an expression making all their cars look of opinion – hopefully in a almost identical. somewhat entertaining manner – about life with You won’t find that written the new set of wheels. on their website but, bar the XE’s stubby rear end, Most of this is based on it’s absolutely true. experience with other cars and I maintain that it’s vital This is a good thing for XE to report on things you’d owners as the neighbours never find by studying will think you bought an XF specifications or reading or XJ. That was rear-ended. flowery marketing speak. There’s great detailing in If I may be so bold, this the headlights with their review of the new Jaguar telephoto-like lenses while XE we tested recently will our white test car’s R-Sport be devoid of specifications trimmings added a degree
of attitude to an otherwise make for a modern and uncluttered layout. Most graceful form. testers only wished that Usually big wheels and low the volume knob was lit at stances like these spell night. back-breaking discomfort but, in true Jaguar fashion, Space inside this 3-Series / the XE rides smoothly and A4 / C-Class rival is on par, trading an inch here or handles well. there for more comfort and Another hallmark is this a cocooned experience. Jaguar’s sculpted interior with its high shoulder line Tall drivers noted only and that swooping curve sufficient front head room with similar results in the around the cabin. second row of seats where I found excellent materials recesses in the seating will ‘n finish, some fine leather provide just enough room with white stitching, cool for two adults. F-Type dials and front door cards with multiple layers Driving the XE isn’t much in which the door handle different from its chief isn’t where you’d expect it. rivals with comparable power outputs. The car felt The updated touch-screen nimble and agile but that nav/infotainment system, aforementioned comfort animated gear selector and may sway buyers towards start button, trip computer, the leaping cat. Meridian sound system, trusty control stalks and Quite a few XE pilots noted multi-function steering that the gearbox was jerky, wheel are standard Jaguar especially on cold starts, nor did anyone enjoy its and Land-Rover stuff that
extremely harsh start/stop As with most new vehicles, system. It’s very un-Jaguar- average fuel consumption for a week of testing settled like. about 25% above claimed At least it is selectable and figures but 100% in the you may also choose the car’s power delivery and oh-so-crucial drive train enjoyment ratio. response modes. The turbo-petrol XE we Boy Racer, Normal, Winter, had as our test mule is a and Tree-hugger modes good mid-point between change the car’s character the frugal and lethargic and instrument colours to turbo-diesel or the hairyset the mood. As tends to chested, supercharged happen with most of these petrol V6 variant. new systems, I played with it for two days and then left My apologies again if this review seems too vague or it in Normal. light on specs but I believe Give this XE a bit of welly that the buyers of a Jaguar and, thanks to more gears XE aren’t that interested in than seems necessary, it numbers. In all likelihood does become a leapy cat; they prefer sensations and albeit with odd thinking driving emotions, which an XE has plenty of. pauses. GPS performance testing confirmed most of Jaguar’s claims including superb brakes and grip. There was a slight nervousness on the limit which may please sporting drivers.
This baby Jag is simply too expensive to rival the three Germans but that gives it a certain exclusivity... which should appeal to current and aspiring fans of the brand.
MAKE Jaguar MODEL XE 25t ENGINE 2L i-4 Turbo-Petrol POWER 177kW 340Nm DRIVETRAIN 8-speed Auto, RWD ABS, BAS, ESP PERFORMANCE 0-100km/h: 6.87 0-400m: 14.95 Max km/h: 250* CONSUMPTION 7.5L/100km avg.* TANK / RANGE 63L/ 840km* BOOT SIZE 455L WARRANTY No idea SERVICE PLAN Probably, yes TYRE SIZE Model dependent SPARE WHEEL Maybe PRICE A lot *Manufacturer claims. XE carelessly provided by Jaguar South Africa
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H Henties Bay was just the starting point for this amazing local initiative...
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Namibia is undoubtedly one of the When was that? How much do you pick up? most beautiful countries on the The first year was 2013, so this In the first year we picked up planet, its contrasting countryside next one will be my third year. 1,300kg and 750kg - just in town! attracting local and international The total was almost four tons. tourists in their thousands.
Where do you clean?
Unfortunately, some foul elements seem to think that the world is their garbage can and in Namibia it’s no more evident than at the beautiful coastline. One local hero Johan Mostert had enough of this...
How did this start? I go to Henties Bay at least twice a month and I was sitting on the beach with a friend of mine; near “Grys Duintjie”. We had a few beers and noticed all the paper and trash flying around on the beach. That’s when I said “Listen, I’m gonna start cleaning the beach!” Upon my return to Windhoek I spoke to a few suppliers and every single on was immediately on board, also because I don’t charge a lot of money for this.
We’re going to start again this year around the 15th of December, just before the main rush of holiday makers. For the first three days we’ll do Henties Bay town itself, which also includes Omdel. Then we focus on the beach front, which will be the “North Dune”, “South Dune” and the central part. A few days after that, we start at Mile 108 and work our way down, from the Ugab River mouth till Wlotzka’s Baken - which is about 140km of beach. We’d also like to include Langstrand this year.
What happens to the trash?
No, no! I often call up my regulars at short notice and clean the beach during a quick weekend visit.
In the streets we find cans, plastic bags, bottles and other rubbish. After New Year’s parties we find anything from cameras and cell phones to braai grids and booze. It’s important to note that about half the stuff we find on the beach appears to have been washed up from the sea - foreign languages on the packaging give it away...
We regularly meet up with the guys So Henties is the cleanest from the municipality and they’re town over Christmas? very willing to help! The trash is collected in sponsored bags and Hahaha, yes it is! We also help the delivered to collection points or West Coast Safety Initiative by distributing their pamphlets. placed near existing rubbish bins.
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I’ve also built a brand-new trailer for this year, previously we used a sponsor’s trailer but there were a few things I wanted to improve. My new trailer has the correct track for driving on the beach, as well as steps for my guys to stand on.
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Your sponsors?
Yes, companies buy space on my vehicles or trailers and the money covers our fuel, wages, etc. Other sponsors provide us with meals, sweets and refreshments for the breaks we take between cleaning. We’re not after profit, nor do I have any more advertising space to sell at this time. One Landy is entirely sponsored by Nedbank’s Go Green Fund. It’s a great position to be in And the vehicles? I love Defender V8's and the one and I’m very grateful for my you see above (in the main photo) sponsors’ loyalty and commitment. was the first year we did this beach clean-up. I’ve since sold the car but What do you enjoy most? bought two more, one of which has Meeting new people all the time, permanent stickers on it. Every helping the community out and sponsor is so committed that it keeping our country clean. I also makes no sense to take them off! get to enjoy my cars!
What trash do you find?
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I’ve got a trusted group of people I like to use. I also contacted the secondary school in Henties Bay and asked for 15 to 20 kids to help us out - especially the ones who don’t go away on holiday. Instead of being bored, they help us clean the seaside and we pay them per bag of trash. The kids are excluded from our New Year’s clean-up because we find alcohol, knives and other adult things! My parents also help out as they think it’s a very noble cause. My Dad “Oupa” brings his Toyota Hilux to join my fleet of Defenders and off-road trailers.
Is it only over Christmas?
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Mini
(en eie ervarings)
H Meer as vyftig jaar gelede is die oorspronklike Mini bekendgestel.
BMW het jare gelede ‘n persvrystelling uitgereik oor die vyftigjarige herdenking van die bekendstelling van die (Morris) Mini en Austin 7 aan die wêreldpers in Augustus 1959 in Brittanje.
Een van die eerste Suid-Afrikaans vervaardigde modelle is in die geheim deeglik getoets; Harry Pierce het met ‘n Mini van Jo’burg na Durban in 6 uur 49 minute gery wat ‘n gemiddelde snelheid van 60 myl per uuur verteenwoordig het Hierdie klein minimotor met sy en kon met ‘n verbruik van 38,6 mini-afmetings buite maar met ‘n myl per gelling spog. ruim binnekant, het die wêreld soos ‘n storm getref en die Daarna is die Mini na Oos-Londen destydse vervaardiger, BMC, of te teen ‘n meer gematigde 50-55 mph wel British Motor Company, kon bestuur en is ‘n lofwaardige 54,2 nie voorbly met die produksie van myl per gelling behaal. Vandaar dan ook die advertensieveldtog by die klein kalant nie. ons dat die Mini 50 myl per gelling Suider-Afrika moes ‘n bietjie wag teen 50 myl per uur behaal. om die Mini nuweling te kon koop. Reeds in die November 1959 en Die Mini het met sy bekendstelling Desember 1959 uitgawes van die in Suid-Afrika £523 gekos hoewel gerespekteerde motortydskrif CAR die Austin 7, sy eweknie, ‘n man was ons in kennis gestel van die £525 uit die sak gejaag het. Die opwagting van die rewolusionêre enigste verklaring hiervoor is dat nuwe Mini (asook die Anglia met die Austin wapen duurder moes sy ewe rewolusionêre bakvorm) gekos het want behalwe vir wapen, was die twee motors identies! vroeg in 1960. Die eerste reeks Mini’s is reeds in geheimhouding einde 1959 in ‘n fabriek buite Kuilsrivier gemonteer en vroeg in 1960 landswyd na die BMC agentskappe oor die land versend.
Stirling Moss het reeds die Mini geloof vir sy sportiewe gedrag en ook plaaslik het die Mini reeds in Februarie 1960 in ‘n nasionale tydren die eerste plek in sy klas verower.
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Vir die rondry in die bos het hy hom goed van sy taak gekwyt maar vir die langpad Kaap toe het ek besluit om my eerste bekostigbare nuwe motor te koop. Watse motor kon ‘n jongman op ‘n sendingDit was eers op Stellenbosch wat salaris van £44 bekostig? ek ‘n Mini in aksie gesien het toe hy in ‘n hoogs-onwettige jaagtog Die enigste keuse, behalwe ‘n rondom die koshuise, ‘n “warm” Renault 4, was die Mini paneelwa Volkswagen Kewer laat les opsê teen £545. Die ander keuse was het. Daarna het ek die Mini in ‘n natuurlik die Mini Moke teen £525 totaal nuwe lig gesien! maar dan was hy sonder ‘n seilkap en kantseile en sy prys met hierdie Die sportiewe sedan is kort hierna noodsaaklik bykomstighede: £555. aangevul deur die oulike stasiewa, paneelwa en die klein bakkie wat ‘n Met die nuwe paneelwa is ek Kaap mens slegs as “cute” kan beskryf. toe en onthou dat my petrolkoste (Wat sou geword het van Garies terug tot Malawi £25 was! Die Mini Dreyer se groenetjie?). En ‘n paar se swakpunt was natuurlik sy lae jaar later het die Mini Moke op die grondvryhoogte en op Malawi se toneel verskyn; ‘n halfskaal kopie grondpaaie was dit nodig om ‘n van die legendariese Willys Jeep - skermplaat onder aan te bring – behalwe dat hy net in sy voorwiele wat hom nog laer gemaak het. aangedryf het. Dit het hom egter nie gestuit op Na Stellenbosch is ek Malawi toe paaie waar die pens vir kilometers om te gaan skoolhou. Met min geld op die modder gesleep het nie; wou ek so gou as moontlik my eie alles was reg solank daar net wiele hê en was my eerste koop ‘n genoeg momentum was! vyfdedehandse Peugeot stasiewa wat Fanie Smit (van RSG) van Ná Malawi, en ‘n hele paar ander Stellenbosch af gebring het. motors later, het ek op vakansie in Dit het ‘n tyd geneem voordat ek die eerste keer ‘n Mini gesien het. Op Uniondale in die Klein Karoo was daar net ‘n Ford, Chev en Borgward agentskap.
die Kaap ‘n gebruikte Mini Moke produksie in Engeland en Australië vir R450 gekoop; voordat ek die gestaak is, het BMC in Portugal die l a n g p a d O va m b o l a n d to e “groter” Moke steeds vervaardig. aangepak waar ek skoolgehou het. Intussen het die Mini by ons van Hier het ek die wye vlaktes op pad die toneel verdwyn nadat BMCna Etosha met hom plat gery op Leyland verdwyn het. Groot was klein ontdekkingstogte voordat die my verbasing toe ek in Duitsland in grensoorlog losgebars het. Die 1987 nuwe Mini’s in vertoonlokale enigste verandering wat ek aangetref het en uitgevind het dat aangebring het, was om die 10- die Mini toe nie verdwyn het nie. duim voorwiele te vervang met die En op die ou end het BMW tot die van ‘n Fiat 1500 se 13-duim wiele. Britse vervaardiger se redding gekom in die negentigerjare. Hiermee was die ratverhouding natuurlik totaal verkeerd en kon ‘n In 2002 het ek die bekendstelling mens kwalik jou snelheid in vierde van die Nuwe MINI in Johannesrat handhaaf. Agter kon ek dit nie burg bygewoon en kon ek weer die doen nie omdat die wiele teen die “gevoel” ervaar van my eie Mini’s suspensie-arm sou skuur en dit wat nou net op 35mm skuifies en drasties en teen groot koste fotos bestaan... aangepas sou moes word. Onder andere, is daar twee fotos Die idee van die groter wiele het ek van die “verkenningstogte” in Suidby Angolese vriende van destyds Ovamboland waar my ouers, nou gekry wat met Mini Mokes gery lankal oorlede, die ongeskonde het; dié is uit Australië ingevoer dele van die besondere landskap met 13-duim bande wat grond- met my kon deel. vryhoogte aansienlik verbeter het. Lank lewe hulle nagedagtenis – en Die ratverhouding van Australiese ook die eerste reeks oorspronklike Mokes was aangepas vir die groter Mini’s wat die Engelse destyds bande. En nog later, nadat Moke wêreldwyd lanseer het.
(is jy bang vir die middelmannetjie?) So you live on a plaas but don't have / want a 4x4. Here's a list of affordable cars with high ground clearance that are not 4x4, SUV’s, AWD, Crossovers, Bakkies, LCV's, etc.
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Datsun GO
Suzuki Splash
Ford Figo / Ikon
Hyundai Grand i10
Tata Indica
Nissan Sentra
Toyota Etios
As basic as they come, the Go isn't weighed down by much equipment and clears:
Built in India (with their bad roads in mind) this is one of many high-riding Suzukis:
Based on the old Fiesta, the (older) Fords know a thing or two about clearance:
Slightly bigger than its little namesake (the i10), Grand has 2mm more:
See what we mean about Indian cars? Their bellies are high off the ground:
Nope, not the old one. This new version of the Sentra comes with clearance of:
Toyota's cheap and cheerful Etios just makes this list same for the Cross version:
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consider
• 170mm: Suzuki Swift 1.2 (certain models only) • 165mm: Geely Emgrand, Suzuki Celerio, Tata Vista, Tata Manza • 160mm: Geely LC / LC Cross, Nissan Almera , Suzuki Ciaz
• 155mm: Mazda 2, Renault Sandero • 150mm: Chevrolet Aveo, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Daihatsu Sirion, Hyundai i20, Kia Rio, Kia Cerato, Kia Picanto, Kia Soul, Mitsubishi Mirage, Toyota Corolla Quest
• 143mm: One / Cooper • 160mm: Countryman (SUV)
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