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The Van. The very very big Van.
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The Van. The very very big Van.

Hyundai’s H1 is an interesting offer. Affordable, spacious, and pretty well built. Watch:Hyundai’s H1 is an interesting offer. Affordable, spacious, and pretty well built. Watch:
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Shawn Jooste15 hrs ago
The Opel Adam Rocks

The Opel Adam Rocks

I spent a week with the Opel Adam Rocks. It’s a really cool little car, big on quality, excellent drive, with a serious price tag.
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Shawn JoosteMar 30
I’ve never been a huge fan of the MX 5. But this, this has got my full attention.

I’ve never been a huge fan of the MX 5. But this, this has got my full attention.

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Shawn JoosteMar 26
The GT-R’s award-winning 3.8-liter

The GT-R’s award-winning 3.8-liter

V6 24-valve twin-turbocharged engine — each unit handcrafted by its own TAKUMI technician — now delivers 565 HP at 6800 rpm and 467 lb-ft…
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Shawn JoosteMar 26
The Opel Adam is a great little car, except for the horrid orange display in the center.

The Opel Adam is a great little car, except for the horrid orange display in the center.

Why would they use a pixelated monochrome display on an otherwise premium car?Why would they use a pixelated monochrome display on an otherwise premium car?
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Shawn JoosteMar 21
0–124MPH in 6.5 seconds. Just let that sink in for a few min.

0–124MPH in 6.5 seconds. Just let that sink in for a few min.

They’ve replaced the Veyron, and they’ve replaced it with a magnificent looking Chiron. Honestly think this looks a thousand times better…than the Veyron. ¶ And here’s everything you need to know about it:
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Shawn JoosteMar 8
the one with the RS3 Dump Valve

the one with the RS3 Dump Valve

The trump card of the RS3 is undoubtedly the noise the engine makes! It’s just incredible.
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Shawn JoosteJan 28
Renault Duster

Renault Duster

6 things you need to know
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Shawn JoosteNov 23, 2015
VW’s Polo Bluemotion

VW’s Polo Bluemotion

The little car with big bite
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Shawn JoosteNov 4, 2015
When BMW announced they’re splitting their model range and giving us a 4 Series, I was a little…

When BMW announced they’re splitting their model range and giving us a 4 Series, I was a little…

The 6 series was met with a similar lack of enthusiasm, combining the Chris Bangle era design (which I love for the record).
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Shawn JoosteNov 1, 2015
Volkswagen Golf R in Pictures

Volkswagen Golf R in Pictures

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Shawn JoosteOct 26, 2015
Chev Sonic RS

Chev Sonic RS

Top of the range Sonic with 103kW.
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Shawn JoosteOct 22, 2015
Shooting Cars is a bit of a romantic notion if I’m honest.

Shooting Cars is a bit of a romantic notion if I’m honest.

The conversation usually goes something like this.
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Shawn JoosteOct 9, 2015
BMW have announced the new M4 GTS. It’s just like an M4, but lighter, more powerful and quicker.

BMW have announced the new M4 GTS. It’s just like an M4, but lighter, more powerful and quicker.

Track-focused M4 GTS is lighter and harder-hitting than the regular M4 and can sprint from 0–62mph in 3.8sec
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Shawn JoosteOct 8, 2015
The Volkswagen Polo GTi Manual.

The Volkswagen Polo GTi Manual.

The VW Polo is one of the best small hatches on the market. VW have made it even better with the new Polo GTi, which delivers wild…
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Shawn JoosteSep 30, 2015
You’ll want to stand UP for this one!

You’ll want to stand UP for this one!

You’ll want to stand UP! for this one. ¶ Noddy cars.
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André van RooyenSep 26, 2015
Captur’d. Again.

Captur’d. Again.

I drove this car on launch, back in May this year, and came away liking it.
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André van RooyenSep 26, 2015
VW’s Golf SV

VW’s Golf SV

Like a Golf at 110%
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Shawn JoosteSep 16, 2015
Face-lifted 2015 BMW 1 Series

Face-lifted 2015 BMW 1 Series

BMW launched a refresh to their 1 Series range. It’s a little more than just a facelift though. The 135i comes with a bump in power too…
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Shawn JoosteAug 18, 2015
7 things that set the Golf GTi apart from the Polo GTi…

7 things that set the Golf GTi apart from the Polo GTi…

… and it’s not just the size.
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Shawn JoosteAug 2, 2015
The Audi RS4 Avant is one of the most brutal cars I’ve ever driven.

The Audi RS4 Avant is one of the most brutal cars I’ve ever driven.

The V8 growls like it’s no one’s business. Ridiculously quick off the line, and tons of grip thanks to the quattro.
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Shawn JoosteJul 29, 2015
So not being content with a regular GTi, but not wanting to challenge the Golf R, Volkswagen…

So not being content with a regular GTi, but not wanting to challenge the Golf R, Volkswagen…

It’s an incredibly versatile car, good in looks, great in perfomance but well balanced as a daily driver. School run, work commute or…
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Shawn JoosteJun 26, 2015
4 Things you need to know about the new Suzuki Celerio

4 Things you need to know about the new Suzuki Celerio

We’re quite fond of Suzuki’s in these parts. The Swift, and specifically the Swift Sport are some of the best small cars money can buy.
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Shawn JoosteJun 22, 2015
One Audi, Good. Two Audii, Brilliant.

One Audi, Good. Two Audii, Brilliant.

Head to Head. The S1 and S6.
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André van RooyenMay 17, 2015
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