Motoring

The motoring industry is awash with dodgy spare parts. Don’t become a victim, says Jake Venter.

General Motors has pulled out of South Africa, but Isuzu, with its legendary KB bakkies, is here to stay.

An electric car is environmentally expensive to manufacture, and its ‘fuel’ is only as clean as the nearest power station.

Air has inertia, which creates breathing problems in an engine with traditional fixed valve timing. Many of today’s engines employ variable valve timing to solve this difficulty, explains Jake Venter.

Travelling on a dirt road can be a bumpy and, more often than not, dirty experience. But as much as these roads can be frustrating to drive on, they can also be a great experience.

Looking for an affordable, capable, yet comfortable bakkie without unnecessary frills? JMC’s Boarding Euro IV could well be it, says Chris Nel.

A professional tyre test takes place in wet and dry conditions and is measured exactly, says Jake Venter.

Common sense will help to ensure years of trouble-free motoring. Lack of it can have disastrous results, says Jake Venter.

The Mercedes-Benz X-Class premium bakkie is set to make a dramatic entrance into South Africa later this year, and will offer all the qualities of a classic pick-up – toughness, reliability, strength and off-road capability.

Usually, it’s a fuel or oil leak, or an electrical short. And the problem often starts with poor maintenance.

Before you’re tempted to snap up that bargain-priced second-hand 4WD, check it carefully! These vehicles are more complex and usually punished harder than ordinary cars.

Hyundai has earned a reputation for quality and reliability. In a hotly contested class, the new Tucson compact stands out. It’s comfortable on the tar and capable on dirt roads. Gavin Foster reports.