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Weekly News Wrap 31/01/2014
Weekly News Wrap 31/01/2014-August 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:30:51

Here’s your end of the week summary, featuring all the news and car reviews which was written this week.

2014 Mercedes-Benz V-Class Officially Unveiled In Germany

The 2014Mercedes-BenzV-Class which replaces theVianohas officially been unveiled in Germany and boasts an extensive range of features unique to its segment.

Special Edition Hyundai Veloster Model To Debut In Chicago

Hyundaihas announced plans to present the “newest addition to the Veloster line-up” at this year’s Chicago Auto Show.

New Renault Concept Teased Ahead Of Official Debut In Delhi

Renaulthas released a teaser video for a new concept scheduled to be unveiled at the 2014 Auto Expo in Delhi on February 5.

BMW 2-Series Active Tourer Confirmed For SA Launch

ABMWinsider has told a local publication the BMW 2-Series Active Tourer will be coming to South Africa and will be launched in October.

1992 Honda NSX Owned By Aryton Senna Up For Sale

A 1992HondaNSX once owned by Aryton Senna will be going up for sale at Silverstone Auctions’ Race Retro & Classic Car Sale.

Lamborghini Huracan Spied In Action

An orangeLamborghini Huracanhas been spotted tearing up the streets somewhere in the United States during what looks like an ad shoot of some sort.

Toyota Auris HSD XR Reviewed

Clever technology from the Toyota Prius bundled into a Toyota Auris makes this quite a sensible vehicle. It has enough gadgets and specification, and the price tag is justified when you look at the fuel consumption and emissions.

Limited Edition Koenigsegg One:1 To Debut In Geneva

The boutique hypecar builder Koenigsegg has confirmed that the limited edition Koenigsegg One:1 will be specially exhibited in March at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.

2014 Volkswagen Polo Updated With New Engines

A mid-cycle facelift for the 2014Volkswagen Polohas just been revealed by the German automaker and is scheduled to make its public debut in March at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show.

Opel Astra Sedan Automatic Reviewed

At R265500, this is a lot of car for your money. And it is a solid car. Not a rattle or squeak was to be heard, and the drivetrain and chassis feel very solid indeed.

First 2015 Ford Mustang Sold At Auction

The first 2015 Ford Mustang sold for a whopping $300000 at the Barrett-Jackson collector auction in Scottsdale.

Audi RS Models Now Available In South Africa

Audihas introduced both the RS 7 Sportback and RS Q3 models locally – extending the sporty RS range to six models.

Infiniti M30d Sedan Reviewed

At R672000, it might not represent a saving over the rivals, but if you are interested in a high spec level, it would cost a small fortune to spec a similar car with this level of kit.

All-New Peugeot Concept Car Teased

Peugeothas announced plans to introduce an all-new concept car that will publicly debut at this year’s Beijing Motor Show.

Toyota Retains Crown As Worlds Largest Automaker In 2013

In 2013Toyotamanaged to sell more vehicles than any automaker in the world – maintaining its title as the worlds largest automaker title after sales of about 9.98 million cars.

Judging The 2014 Car Of The Year

Veteran motoring journalistStuart Johnstonis a jury member on the Car of The Year panel, and shares his thoughts on the 2014 competition.

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