93 vs. 95 unleaded: Do you really need higher-octane petrol?
We investigate the differences between 93- and 95-octane unleaded so you can make an informed decision at the forecourt… The petrol price is at an… Read more →
How to use less fuel: Smarter driving WILL save you money…
Changing your driving style and some aspects of your vehicle can go a long way to cutting costs… As the fuel levy and the price… Read more →
BUYING USED: Seven-seater SUVs for under R300k
We help choose the ideal car for your needs and your budget: this time, a seven-seater SUV for under R300k… Age: 42 Budget: R300 000 Status:… Read more →
Old car, new tricks: a look at aftermarket infotainment systems
Tired of your vehicle’s basic entertainment system? We investigate the aftermarket options… Few things date a vehicle like a clunky infotainment system (or not having… Read more →
How a production vehicle is converted into an armoured car
This is what it takes to convert a production vehicle into an armoured car… The AK-47 assault rifle rests heavy in my hands … this is… Read more →
How your car gets stolen: we look at how thieves operate…
We investigate how car thieves operate and the best ways to protect your prized wheels from being stolen… There are few worse feelings than returning… Read more →
Your engine’s lifeblood: here’s how oil tech is changing…
Oil is changing rapidly to keep abreast of modern engine technology and that ultimate proving ground, formula one, plays a big part… While Lewis Hamilton answers… Read more →
Is your car roadworthy? We look at the minimum criteria…
Driving an unroadworthy vehicle is both dangerous and illegal. According to government’s Road Traffic Report Calendar, 10% of major crashes are caused by unroadworthy vehicles… Read more →
TECH: We test three adaptive cruise control systems…
Adaptive cruise control is not only useful, but also an important part of the autonomous driving puzzle. However, not all systems operate in the same… Read more →
5 noises your car might be making (and what each means)…
Identify these key noises and you may just save yourself some cash… With the increased cost of just about everything these days, we all know… Read more →