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We track test BMW`s ballistic new M5
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2018/04/06 10:07:00 AM
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So-called petrolhead purists may have thrown up their hands in horror at the news that the new-generation M5 has all-wheel drive. It’s just very un-BMW-like, they may have muttered into their Nurburgring-branded coffee mugs, lamenting their God-given right to experience rear-wheel drive opposite-lockery in an M-badged car.
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Higher VAT challenges car buyers
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2018/04/05 10:01:09 AM
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Cyril Zhungu, head: dealer automotive retail at Standard Bank Vehicle and Asset Finance (VAF) says while the increased VAT rate will have an impact on pricing, it will vary depending on purchase value.
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Know Your Roadblock Rights
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2018/03/26 11:29:24 AM
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What are your rights when you get stopped at a roadblock? Can you film an officer? Can you be arrested for outstanding fines? Herewith a list of important things you should know when it comes to roadblocks in South Africa.
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DRIVEN: Joining the Volkswagen Polo Vivo pack
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2018/03/19 09:42:03 AM
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I’ve always prided myself on being someone who didn’t follow the crowd. Great thinkers and writers have inspired me along the way in my quest for non-conformity. "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it’s time to pause and reflect," said American author Mark Twain. The great humanitarian, Mahatma Gandhi famously said: "It’s easy to stand with the crowd; it takes courage to stand alone."
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`Fuel will be more expensive in April` - AA
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2018/03/16 10:20:33 AM
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Although basic fuel prices are showing signs of further decreases at month end, the overall price of fuel is set to increase because of the addition of increased fuel levies in April.
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SA`s Hijacking Hotspots & How to be best prepared
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2018/03/13 09:36:50 AM
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A vehicle hijacking isn`t something any of us would ever want to deal with. South Africa, unfortunately, has a high rate of highjackings, so it`s best to be as prepared for it as you can in case it happens to you. Here are the areas where you should be particularly vigilant and a few things to take note of.
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New Civic Type R tested: To hell with decorum
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2018/03/09 01:29:52 PM
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Love it or hate it, you have to admire the audacious attitude Honda’s new Civic Type R brings to the hot hatch party. Like seeing that completely carefree rock star walk out on stage, shirtless, smoking, sporting chains and tattoos, skin tight jeans showing way too much bulge, while staring in awe secretly wishing you could pull off the same look.
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New Car Sales in SA for February 2018
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2018/03/02 10:54:43 AM
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February 2018 was another tough month for new car sales in South Africa with year-on-year declines recorded across all market segments according to the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA).
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Good news for SA motorists: Fuel price to drop in March - AA
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2018/02/28 10:45:07 AM
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Fuel prices are set to drop in March as South Africans benefit from a stable exchange rate and lower international fuel prices, reports the Automobile Association (AA), which was commenting on unaudited month-end fuel data released by the Central Energy Fund.
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It`s the death of e-tolls, says Outa
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2018/02/27 09:16:06 AM
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The Organisation for Undoing Tax Abuses has welcomed the acknowledgment by Gauteng premier David Makhura in his State of the Province address on Monday that e-tolls have failed, and have added to the cost of living for many motorists and public transport users.
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#Budget2018: Duty hike to hit vehicle prices
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2018/02/22 10:33:49 AM
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Motorists will be hit hard by the 2018/2019 budget proposals announced by Minister of Finance Malusi Gigaba on Wednesday, which will affect not only fuel prices but also the cost of new vehicles.
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Infographic: Car sales by province
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2018/02/20 09:34:43 AM
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New vehicle sales started the year on a weak note with overall sales of 45 888, a decline of 4498 units or 8.9% from the 50 386 vehicles sold in January 2017, reports Naamsa.
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Isuzu looking to bring SUV`s to SA
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2018/02/19 10:52:31 AM
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ISUZU Motors of Japan, which has had a presence in the South African and African vehicle market for the past 40 years, is set to make an assault on the special utility market (SUV) in the region.
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DRIVEN: New Yaris launched in Durban
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2018/02/09 10:32:13 AM
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When Toyota discontinued the Tazz at the turn of the millennium, it left a big gap in the Japanese manufacturer’s local arsenal. The Tazz was, one of the best city cars yet; like its rival the Volkswagen Citi Golf are still sought after by many second-hand buyers.
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Hijacking in SA: How thieves choose their victims, cars
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2018/01/29 10:51:01 AM
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Hijacking and other vehicle crimes impact South Africans a lot more than realised. It`s not just about losing a vehicle and going through a traumatic experience. It has a huge financial impact and it`s most certainly not a random act. Criminals do thorough investigations of their victims routines and whereabouts before their strike.
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Lexus unveils gorgeous LF-1 concept crossover
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2018/01/18 09:37:36 AM
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Lexus has advanced its stellar reputation as a premium automotive pioneer with the world premiere of the stunning Lexus LF-1 Limitless - a concept that debuts a new genre of luxury vehicle, the flagship crossover.
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New VW Polo: SA indicative pricing
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2018/01/09 10:08:37 AM
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Volkswagen’s all-new and highly anticipated Polo will be launched in South Africa at the end of January and it promises to set new benchmarks in the compact hatch segment.
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RoadTrip: Toyota C-HR on the Diamond Route
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2017/12/20 09:53:15 AM
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To celebrate the discovery of diamonds in South Africa 150 years ago, Ferdi de Vos undertook a journey on the byways of the country’s Diamond Route. His road trip companion? Toyota’s C-HR crossover with its diamond-inspired design…
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Slight petrol price relief expected for new year
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2017/12/18 02:26:36 PM
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Motorists could expect some relief at the petrol pumps in the new year, with the news that the price of petrol could drop by about 7,8 cents per litre while the diesel price could come down by around 7,1 cents per litre in January.
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Sexy Aygo goes topless
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2017/11/28 10:06:07 AM
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The funky Aygo range, which already brags with a Father Christmas bag full of way-out looks, has been given a further helping of chutzpah with the addition of the Aygo X-Cite which has a retractable black canvas roof.
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Voice activation the smart way to safer driving.
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2017/11/21 09:23:21 AM
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We`re getting ever closer to living our lives like they used to do only in sci-fi movies. In a ‘smart’ world where our cars and smartphones are getting ever more interconnected, we’re needing to find ways of communicating with all these gadgets more intuitively.
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Tested: EWizz Lightning 9 electric scooter
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2017/11/20 09:56:51 AM
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The Lightning 9 is the flagship of the EWizz electric scooter range range, produced in China but locally assembled with sophisticated electronics and control systems developed in South Africa.
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MAP: SA passenger car sales by province for 2017
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2017/11/17 11:08:55 AM
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The SA vehicle market shows a positive trend despite the weak economy; 35 316 new cars were sold in October 2017, an improvement of 2594 cars or 7.9% compared to the 32 722 models sold in the same period in 2016.
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All-new VW Polo bags five-star safety rating
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2017/11/09 11:05:55 AM
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Volkswagen’s all-new Polo hatchback, which is due in South Africa early next year and almost certain to become one of the country`s best selling cars, has achieved a five-star EuroNCAP safety rating.
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DRIVEN: Nissan`s refreshed X-Trail in SA
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2017/10/31 11:05:33 AM
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`Get inside. Go out there.` - that`s Nissan South Africa`s newly adopted tagline for the #TheNextX - X-Trail crossover SUV. And, that`s exactly what we did during its launch in and around Port Elizabeth and Jefferey`s Bay on earlier this week.
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Hijacking hotspots in Johannesburg
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2017/10/26 11:17:29 AM
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Hijacking is at its most rampant in the past 10 years, with a 14.5 percent increase in this kind of crime since the 2015/16 annual crime statistics report.
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Five quality Korean cars
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2017/10/20 11:55:05 AM
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Korean cars are more distinguished than ever. As life in SA becomes more and more expensive, these five quality cars are worthy of your attention, if you`re thinking of foregoing the expensive German luxury brands.
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Tested: Audi SQ5 is a complete package
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2017/10/13 11:32:10 AM
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South Africans will remember the first SQ5 as Audi’s oddball “S” model, the first and only diesel-powered vehicle in our market to wear the sporting sub-brand’s signature silver mirrors. Despite drinking from the dark side of the pump, it was a true high-performance SUV we commended for its lag-free and luscious torque curve, sharp handling and rumbly exhaust note.
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What to do when caught in a flash flood
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2017/10/11 11:02:22 AM
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With KwaZulu-Natal having experienced flash floods on Tuesday, and Gauteng having been beaten down by severe storms on Monday, with more sure to follow as the rainy season commences, it`s certainly worth brushing up on your wet weather driving skills and knowing what to do when caught in that unexpected flash flood.
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5 Ways to Ensure Car Loan Approval
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2017/10/04 11:32:49 AM
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Buying a car, whether it be new or used, is one of the most expensive purchases you will make in your life. Obtaining a car loan is the easiest way to purchase a car, but getting car loan approval can be difficult, especially if you have a poor credit rating or are in debt due to excessive credit reliance.
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Double blow to hit fuel users
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2017/09/29 11:30:58 AM
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According to the Automobile Association (AA), stronger international oil prices and a weakening Rand will combine to drive fuel prices higher at the end of September.
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Participate in our Ownership Satisfaction Survey: Great prizes up for grabs
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2017/09/28 11:11:44 AM
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Which car brands provide the best after-sales service to their customers? And, which cars are most likely to be recommended by their owners? These are questions that the Cars.co.za Ownership Satisfaction Survey answers – however, ongoing public participation in the survey enables Cars.co.za to deliver the most relevant and accurate data-driven insights to consumers PLUS the findings have a whopping 50% impact on the outcomes of the #CarsAwards.
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The Ford Ranger FX4 is a foxy lady
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2017/09/26 02:08:02 PM
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She turns heads, that`s for sure. Especially the little (or shall I rather say big) black number I had. Ford introduced its limited-edition Ford Ranger FX4, based on its 3.2 TDCi Double Cab 4x4 models earlier this year and I recently had the chance to drive around in one for a week.
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Tucson Sport ticks the right boxes
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2017/09/07 11:28:01 AM
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Dressed in go-faster sporty gear, the latest addition to Hyundai`s popular Tucson range must rank as one of the sexiest-looking and best-equipped SUVs in its class.
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Turning the smartphone into a smart car key
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2017/08/29 10:14:41 AM
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When the Frankfurt International auto show opens its doors to the public on September 14, leading automotive equipment and tech provider Bosch will be demonstrating a new digital feature called Perfectly Keyless, that can turn any driver`s smartphone into a hands-free car key for opening and closing doors.
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Fiat Panda is back, and improved: We take a spin
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2017/08/17 10:47:58 AM
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Fiat’s quirky little A segment Panda is back in South Africa, this time with a grunty little 875cc TwinAir turbopetrol prime mover, shared with the Fiat 500, that not only enables it to escape import duty and make some impressive emissions claims, but also adds an extra dimension to the car’s persona.
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Big fuel price hike likely for September
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2017/08/16 10:46:47 AM
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South African motorists can expect more pain at the fuel pumps from the beginning of September, with mid-month fuel price data pointing towards a rather hefty price increase.
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A Hyundai Elantra with real sporting ambitions
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2017/08/04 10:31:23 AM
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It doesn`t take long to figure out that the all-new Hyundai Elantra wants to do more than just beat the Corolla and its C-Segment buddies at the sensible sedan gig, with all its Uber journeys, family commutes and schmoozy repping.
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SUV sales in SA: Crossovers and uber luxury vehicles
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2017/08/01 10:22:55 AM
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Traditional passenger car volumes might still be declining, as South African consumers adjust to disposable incomes affected by the country’s technical recession but there’s one market segment which is immune to local economic issues.
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Pressure is on for South African motor dealers
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2017/07/31 09:53:20 AM
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At the recent Gauteng leg of the Business of the Year (Boty) roadshow, Gary McCraw, director of the National Automobile Dealers` Association (Nada), noted that, apart from having to operate in tough economic conditions, motor dealers in South Africa are under increasing business management pressure.
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URGENT WARNING - BANK USED REPOS (PTY) LTD
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2017/07/28 09:10:51 AM
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The IDA and IDA Risk Management hereby advise that we have no connection with the party by the name of BANK USED REPOS (PTY) LTD as per the links above which uses our logo and FSP number illegally on their website pages
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Ford begins phase 2 of Kuga recall
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2017/07/27 09:44:51 AM
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Ford South Africa has commenced with phase 2 of its safety recall action for all affected Kuga 1.6 models, it announced in a statement on Wednesday.
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Renault Duster EDC Automatic (2017) Launch Review
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2017/07/25 10:20:19 AM
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Renault has bolstered its (already extensive) compact family car line-up with the introduction of a dual-clutch automatic derivative of the Duster. We attended the local launch in Johannesburg to drive the French marque`s new addition and these are our conclusions:
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