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Weekly News Wrap 28/02/2014
Weekly News Wrap 28/02/2014-July 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:30:50

We’ve had quite an exciting week with a number new cars launching locally and internationally, we’re also looking forward to the biggest auto show next week and in case you missed it, we have a couple of teases and early reveals for you here.

2015 Ford Focus Facelift Revealed Ahead Of Geneva Debut

2015-Ford-Focus

The new Focus will be the first vehicle in South Africa to offer the new fuel efficient 1.5-litre EcoBoost petrol engine and will feature more advanced technologies that improve driver comfort and safety.

Maserati Levante SUV Won’t Be Based On Jeep

Rumours about the Maserati Levante being based on the Jeep architecture were set straight this week and the company announced that the model will instead be based on the recent Quattroporte and Ghibli models including the Q4’s modified “Skyhook” suspension.

Hyundai Intrado Concept Unveiled

Hyundai Intrado Concept

Hyundai unveiled its Intrado concept which demonstrates that advanced technologies and intelligent design can combine to engage more effectively with driver and passengers. The concept will globally debut next week at the Geneva Motor Show.

Mazda Hazumi Teased Ahead Of Geneva Debut

Mazda revealed their Hazumi model which is said to become the fourth model under the SkyActiv philosophy.

Aston Martin Rapide S Video Review

2014-Aston-Martin-Rapide-S

This we feature our video review of the Aston Martin Rapide S which is not the fastest supercar, or the cheapest or the most practical or reliable or economical, but is extraordinary and affords you the opportunity to share the emotions of a supercar experience with twice the number of people.

Suzuki Swift 1.2 Launched Locally

Japanese car maker Suzuki launched the Swift 1.2 at a launch in the Western Cape this week.

Suzuki Swift Dzire Launched In SA

Suzuki also launched the Dzire model which is essentially the sedan version of the Swift and looks to be a budget-friendly offering from the Japanese manufacturer.

Hennessey Venom GT Sets Top Speed Record

Hennessey Venom GT

Hennessey managed to hit a top speed of 435 km/h with the Venom GT making it the fastest production car.

Production-Ready MINI Clubman Concept Revealed

MINI revealed their production ready Clubman concept which will be showcased in public next week at the Geneva Motor Show.

2014 Citroen C1 Revealed

2014 Citroen C1

Citroen released preliminary details of their new C1 model which will be sold in three- and five-door body styles as well as an open-top with the “Airscape” nameplate and a roll-back fabric roof.

Jaguar XFR S Sportbrake Announced For Geneva

Jaguar fully revealed the XFR-S Sportbrake prior to its Geneva public debut programmed for next week. The car is also the first high-performance R-S branded sports estate car to be produced by Jaguar with 405 kW on tap and 1675 litres of rear load space.

Opel Astra OPC Extreme Ready For Geneva

Following a couple of teaser shots, Opel has fully revealed the Astra OPC EXTREME which is described as being the fastest road-going Astra ever and is heading to the Geneva Motor Show next week.

Volvo Concept Estate Leaks Ahead Of Geneva Debut

Volvo revealed the Concept Estate which will be shown in Geneva next week and represents the final concept part of a series which started with the Concept Coupe and continued with the Concept XC Coupe.

Jeep Wrangler Polar Edition Now In SA

Jeep Wrangler Polar Edition

Another local launch included the new specially customised Jeep Wrangler Polar Edition model which is based on the architecture of the Jeep Wrangler Sahara models.

Bentley Continental GT Speed For 2015

Bentley has updated the Continental GT Speed for the 2014 model year by giving it even more power, making it the company’s quickest production model ever.

Volkswagen Polo Range Updated For 2014

Volkswagen will be introducing in Geneva next week a number of their updated members of the recently facelifted Polo lineup.

Mini Paceman JCW Reviewed

MINI-Paceman-JCW

David recently had the pleasure of driving the Mini Paceman JCW and according to him you can view the car as the latest version of the Apple iPad. It’s good to look at, feels nice and it’s a cool toy to have. But do you need it? You can read more about that in his review.

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