Nissan South Africa today announced the launch of the 2012 model year Nissan GT-R. The new model goes on sale November 24 in Japan and arrives in European showrooms in January 2012.
At a glance
• More power (404kW), improved economy and lower emissions
• Unique asymmetric suspension settings on RHD cars
• Enhanced transmission shift feel Read more…
Categories: Car Pictures Tags: 2012, fast car, GT-R, nissan
Mazda3 design refinement
The Mazda3 recently received a number of enhancements that makes it an even more attractive proposition to customers. The Mazda3 comes in two body styles: four-door sedan, and five-door hatchback. For the sportier consumer, there is the Mazda3 MPS, which is one of the most powerful front wheel drive compacts. Read more…
Categories: Car Review Tags: mazda, Mazda 3, re-design
Lexus today unveiled a new design concept for a hybrid 2+2 sport coupe at the North American International Auto Show. Showcasing the future design direction for Lexus and emphasis on a driver-focused vehicle, the LF-LC concept will be at the Lexus display through January 22. Read more…
Categories: Car Review Tags: coupe, lexus, sport car
Fiat’s retro-inspired 500 have raised the stakes with the introduction of the country’s most affordable cabriolet. The Fiat 500c 1.2 undercuts the competition with a price tag of just R175, 000 incl. VAT.
Despite its affordability it remains surprisingly practical, reassuringly safe and alluringly exclusive. Powered by a 1.2 Euro 4-compliant motor, it develops 51 kW at 5 500rpm and produces 102 Nm of torque at 3 000rpm. Read more…
Categories: Car Review Tags: 2012, 500, cabriolet, fiat, fiat cabriolet
