Nissan Zero Emission
Pretoria – As the world battles to find ways to avoid the threat of climate change, South Africa says it will also show how vehicles powered by renewable energy could contribute to cutting carbon emissions. [Read more…]
The Mazda 323
August 30, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Mazda 323
Though there had been other hatchbacks before it (such as the Renault 16TS), the Mazda 323 which was introduced in South Africa in 1977 was the car that popularised hatchbacks here. It was a sensation. [Read more…]
Chevrolet Firenza 1971
January 20, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Chevrolet Firenza 1971
Chevrolet Firenza (HC). 1971–5 (prod. unknown; 100 Can Am). 4-door sedan, 2-door coupé. F/R, 1158, 1256, 2507 cm³ (4 cyl. OHV), 5047 cm³ (V8 OHV). South African development of Vauxhall Viva (HC), with differences in badging and engine range. Range featured a 2·5-litre four, but collectors cherish the Can Am V8, a homologation special with a Chevrolet Camaro engine, built to compete in South African racing and a rival to the Ford Capri Perana, costing R5,800 at a time when the next top Firenza was R2,700.
My Bantam Bakkie
November 3, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Just wanted to pay tribute to my faithful Bantam…
My Bantam Bakkie
She notched 250 000 km the other day and has earned me many times her worth. I am in total awe of her performance these last 5 years. I could tell you a story or 10 of how I’ve had to ‘druk’ her and maybe, just maybe then you would understand the deep sense of pride I have for her. I spend mannnnnny hours in her daily & I am forced to work (‘druk’) her to the max all day…most days. [Read more…]
SA ad for Toyota
October 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The South African Toyota Hilux advert
Incredible to see what the South African advertising agencies are coming with by utilising gender stereo typing and role reversal to deliver a message regarding Toyota Hilux.
Provincial Road Safety Council introduced
January 20, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Mbombela – Mpumalanga’s first Provincial Road Safety Council will be officially introduced on Friday.
Road Safety
The council is expected to help the national Transport Department raise road safety awareness at grassroots level.
“Through the councils, road safety messages will be able to reach a wider community audience,” said department spokesperson, David Nkambule.
A reduction in road fatalities in Mpumalanga over the festive season, from 205 in 2009/10 to 132 in 2010/11, has been attributed to intensified road safety education as well as traffic law enforcement. [Read more…]