It seems the smarter and more connected our cars get, so do potential car thieves. Technology advancements now allow thieves to steal your car without breaking in. It was a year ago that two hackers remotely accessed the inner workings of a Jeep to illustrate the ease of accessibility. The scenario was proof of how easy [...]
A fresh perspective on electric motorcycles Electric urban mobility is an ever-changing segment that is progressively enhancing year on year. Many automakers have made attempts toward the idea of “ultimate mobility” by producing small scooters. Asian countries make more effort because of the overwhelming congestion. One company has managed to push the concept over the [...]
South Africa is like the Wild West (or the Wild South, rather) where road fatalities are concerned. Our statistics are currently at 47 road deaths per day. Every time you get into a car, you're faced with unroadworthy vehicles, drunk drivers, and drivers who insist on texting. The likelihood of meeting up in an accident rises [...]
The start of a new year is always exciting. Not only does it bring new hopes, new goals, but also a reignited sense of happiness and excitement. It’s no different in the world of motoring. A new year in the world of motoring always begins in Detroit with the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). [...]
This week has been an important one in the motoring industry as the Mondial De L’Automobile Paris 2016, the Paris Motor Show for those not familiar with the name, opened up. The first press day was explosive as several new production cars and concept cars were revealed. Models include the Land Rover [...]
Nissan South Africa has converted the popular Impendulo Taxi to cater for people with disabilities. It now allows the disabled/wheelchair-bound to make use of public transport. Adapted minibus vehicles that offer public transport for the physically disabled are already on the road. However, there was still a great need for more vehicles that can accommodate disabled [...]
The use of mobile phones in Africa has increased dramatically. It provides a transformative platform that is reshaping businesses and society. I came across an interesting article recently about the development of mobile technology by African startups. As we look to the future, a lot of focus is now being placed on smartphones and investing [...]
Aston Martin DB11 on its way to SA The irresistible new Aston Martin DB11 is on its way to SA, hopefully towards the end of September. First turbocharged production car in the DB11 Launched at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2016, the DB11 (predecessor to the DB9) had cameras flashing and blood pumping. [...]
Nissan’s insane new Nissan GT-R is at the SA Festival of Motoring. Speed freaks take note! The Nissan GT-R has face-melting power with launch control? A brutish 3.8-litre V8 engine? 408 kW and 632 Nm of torque? Power to all four wheels via a rear-mounted engine? Yes please! As you perhaps know, the Johannesburg International Motor [...]
Work-life balance is like a cocktail! Ever tried balancing on your hands through an hour-long presentation? I thought as much, it’s completely unrealistic. Think about it, the amount of effort and energy you exert to achieve balance in this state, makes no sense and yet you achieve nothing. The same concept is true for work-life [...]
