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Stuttgart.  According to female car experts from five continents the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is the world’s best car. On behalf of “Women’s World Car of the Year Ltd.” from New Zealand, twenty international female motor journalists from 15 countries chose the best automotive newcomer of the last year. Not only did they consider design, technical functions, comfort ...

For motorsport enthusiasts the month of January is synonymous with only one thing: The Dakar Rally. The 2015 race promises to live up to the legend created by the 35 previous editions of what has become one of our planet’s most iconic motorsport events. As in 2012, 2013 and 2014, the Imperial Toyota South Africa ...

It is natural to think about the joys of starting the New Year in your dream car when your bank account is filled with an end-of-year bonus. However, is it advisable to buy a brand new or pre-owned car during the festive season? Yes, as long as you carefully consider all the options available. “The major ...

Question: I would like to know if one has a learner drivers license, can he be assisted by a person with a drivers license less that a year? In other words, how long do you have to have your license before you can assist a person with a learner drivers license? Answer: The current regulations do not specify ...

Question: I have Quad Bike Query. I accept they cannot be ridden on public roads – No Problem. I have bought a quad bike with Rear light,turning lights front and back and also headlights (hi and Low beam) plus many extras The manufacturer fitted a steel Shaft that can be used for a TOW-Ball and can be connected ...

Question: What is the distanced allowed between the car and the speed camera before the speed is recorded? Answer: If the camera is a laser the speed needs to be locked within 500 metres . Alta Swanepoel & Associates

Question: I want to find out if the traffic officers are allowed to trap using a mobile camera where there is no camera warning signboard? Answer: The officers may trap if there is no sign if they are stopping the person and issuing the ticket. If the ticket is mailed the NPA generally requires a sign warning of ...

Police in Nyanga Cluster is constantly busy clamping down on criminals. Intensive patrols, “ stop and searching’’ of suspicious persons , regular raiding of houses especially the houses of those identified as targets contributing to the high crime rate for illegal guns, drugs , stolen goods, wanted suspects and shebeens are the order of the ...

The soon to be launched in South Africa, all-new Mazda2 wins Good Design’s Gold Award in Japan After just recently winning Car Of The Year Japan, Mazda Motor Corporation has announced that the all-new Mazda2 received the Good Design Award’s Good Design Gold Award (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Minister’s Award), sponsored by public interest ...

  Question: Are there any possibility that a licensing authority can refuse to renew a car license because of any outstanding fines ? Answer: Yes there are but it must be made clear that this does not extend to traffic fines that have not reached legislated stages. These stages are as follows: If an Enforcement Order has been issued in terms ...

“Despite a poor economic outlook, new car sales continue to show resilience driven by 1.6% growth year on year in passenger vehicles sales. This is driven by new model launches, incentive packages  and pre-emptive buy to avoid car price increases. Despite the new car sales growth, an increasing number of buyers continue to seek value ...

  Driving without insurance is a gamble which can become very costly if you have an accident. There are however products available which can make car insurance more affordable. Before driving on our country’s roads, South Africans should ask themselves if it is worth taking the risk, especially when times are tough and personal budgets are ...

This iconic design now has a more incisive front section. As the interior has been enhanced even further, there are many new, perfectly presented details waiting to be discovered that combine modern luxury and a hand-crafted feel with a passion for sport. The vehicle’s technical innovations bring exemplary functionality on the road. Futuristic MULTIBEAM LED ...

Short-term insurer MiWay has launched a series of proactive measures to help clients file claims quickly and easily online and via mobile in the event of hail damage. This year, MiWay will harness email and SMS to proactively assist clients that have been affected by hail storms in the identified areas. This communication will include a link ...

Hyundai, one of the top-selling brands globally and in South Africa, saw its brand value post another two-digit growth into the top 40 in 2014 for the first time – fueled by the successful launch of products such as the new Genesis, as well as the successful implementation of its Modern Premium brand direction. The brand ...

Question: My truck, abnormal vehicle, was driving on the N11 and was stopped by a traffic officer claiming visibility is poor. The driver in turn claimed he could see well ahead of him. Now how far must the driver be able to see, or is it about other vehicles seeing him from behind? Your kind response would ...

Regulation 212. Tyres No person shall operate on a public road – (a) a motor vehicle, other than a tractor or trailer, which is equipped with a metal tyre; (b) a tractor or trailer, other than an animal-drawn vehicle, which is equipped with a metal tyre of less than 130 millimetres in width; Prepared by: In partnership with:Page 234 ...

  Triple Boost Technology takes Volvo’s four-cylinder Drive-E Powertrain petrol engine to 330 kW (450 BHP) Following the successful introduction of Volvo’s Drive-E Powertrain range in 2013, Volvo’s powertrain team once again demonstrates its technological leadership in emissions-reducing turbo technology. “When we launched the Drive-E powertrain family, our aim was to deliver the most advanced 4-cylinder engines in ...

If you depend on your car on a daily basis, you may find yourself in a dilemma should it need to go to the panel beater for repairs after an accident. Insurance companies understand the inconvenience that comes with not having your car for a period of time and the high costs of hiring one ...

Kia Motors was among the biggest winners at the Automotive Brand Contest 2014, an annual international design competition run by the German Design Council for automotive brands. The independent jury for the awards picked Kia as the winner in three categories. The Kia design team, led by Peter Schreyer, President and Chief Designer of Kia Motors ...