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Nov 11, 2013 180 view(s)
One of the most successful cars from the Mercedes family, yes the stunning C-Class sedan whose recent glimpse can be now seen over the internet. The images shows off clearly the curve’s and lines revealing the blend of the classic model along with the modern looks. It is expected to be unveiled next year. The 2015 model will be implementing the same technology and the luxurious features. A new system for active aerodynamics can be included as the new grill can be seen in this new C-Class. From the front end the...
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Nov 6, 2013 131 view(s)
Audi South Africa recently launched its third generation Audi S3 3-door. It will be followed by S3 Sportback in November 2013. The car will have an advantage of 2,0T FSI motor that will deliver a constant 380 N.m of torque between 1800 and 5500 r/min. Maximum power seen will be 206kW developed at 5500 r/min. Local buyers will be benefited as they will have an option of S3 with manual or S tronic, twin clutch transmission. For the S tronic model, Audi has declared a sprint time of 0 to 100 km/h to be completed in 4,8...
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Oct 29, 2013 256 view(s)
Peugeot rocks at the Africa’s largest exiting motor show - the Johannesburg International Motor Show 2013. The brand unveiled its all new compact crossover, 2008 and the exciting RCZ-R coupe. It serves as a platform for the car manufacturers to connect with their current, prospective and future customers. Francis Harnie, the managing director of Peugeot SA said that the show gives best experience the passion of the latest advanced technology.2012 was a decade since Peugeot brand officially returned to South African market again as a...
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Oct 20, 2013 183 view(s)
A unique vehicle Ferrari FF from Italian supercar maker's range is the first of their shooting brake /estate car. However what makes it distinct is that it is the first four wheel drive car, albeit with a rather complicated four-wheel drive system consisting two gearboxes. It can be well understood from the pictures that to be working on a more hardcore two-seater version looking a bit smaller in size but do not lose its power. The patent pictures reveals that the car will come with a more conventional roofline, air...
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Oct 20, 2013 185 view(s)
As thousands of workers had went on strike demanding higher pay, world’s largest maker of luxury vehicles Bayerische Motoren Werke AG (BMW), freezed its output in South Africa. By the time the employees agreed on the deal on Oct. 6 regarding the 10 percent wage increase for next year, BMW had already faced a great loss of 13,000 car production and failed to complete their targets on some export contracts. Hence they finally took a decision to stop further expansion in South Africa.The strikes were observed among the workers in seven...
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Oct 15, 2013 170 view(s)
After the successful teaser of its compact SUV, the French automaker Renault made an announcement to unveil its Duster Detour car at the Joburg Motor Show on October 16. The new concept has been developed in cooperation with a design studio in Johannesburg, South Africa and also based on Renault Duster that was launched in the South Africa last month. The Duster Detour concept is also described as a “spectacular show-car” which includes the combination of “a little Mad Max with a touch of the Terminator” and...
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Oct 15, 2013 122 view(s)
Finally after the workers agreed on the pay deal, the strike ended up after 1 month which has reduced the output levels like the one never seen before.According to the agreement, workers involved in National Union of Metalworkers will receive a 10 per cent increase in compensation this year and that of 8% increase in the following two years. NUMSA is one of the largest union in South Africa’s automotive industry, which included variety of workers involved in the construction and development of car components taking to the market for...
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Oct 15, 2013 117 view(s)
Finally after the workers agreed on the pay deal, the strike ended up after 1 month which has reduced the output levels like the one never seen before.According to the agreement, workers involved in National Union of Metalworkers will receive a 10 per cent increase in compensation this year and that of 8% increase in the following two years. NUMSA is one of the largest union in South Africa’s automotive industry, which included variety of workers involved in the construction and development of car components taking to the market for...
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Oct 10, 2013 141 view(s)
Finally the South african car workers ended up a month long strike by agreed on the new pay deal. The strike has highly affected the industry especially the exports. NUMSA accepted the deal as 10% hike this year and 8% hike in the next two years. Because of this strike action, last week BMW declared to stop all its future plans in South Africa. In this deal the pay at small to medium sized car parts firm will only rise wages by 9% in the first year followed by 8% in the subsequent two years.Irvin Jim, the general secretary of the NUMSA told...
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Oct 10, 2013 144 view(s)
With unique exterior design Land Rover introduces all new Black Edition for the Range Rover Evoque Dynamic along with an option of selecting between three and five door variants. The all new design states the future enhancement of the model to look more assertive in posture. With distinctive bold looks the RR Evoque Black Edition features tinted lightning units, “Range Rover” lettering in black, exclusive 20 inch gloss black alloy wheels as well as shining black emphasis, a rear sports spoiler, and black exhaust...
