Mpho Mahlangu

Freelance Contributor

Living with a Suzuki XL6: Part 1

Mpho Mahlangu|Published

The Suzuki XL6 positions itself as a spacious, family hauling SUV-style six-seater. We were graciously handed the keys to the range-topping model to live with for ...

REVIEW: Five things that stand out about the Ford Ranger Raptor

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As far as performance bakkies go, the Ford Ranger Raptor is completely in a league of its own.

DRIVEN: Facelifted Opel Corsa is a refined and well-packaged hatch

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The Opel Corsa hatchback has received a number of upgrades as part of its midlife refresh. We hit the road in the newcomer on its Joburg launch recently.

DRIVEN: Facelifted Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 is a handsome city-slicker

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We were recently handed the keys of this handsome, city-slicker and were left quite impressed with the entry-point into the world of SUVs in the Mercedes-Benz stable. ...

DRIVEN: New Mercedes-Benz CLE and E-Class are superb road trip companions

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Road trips such as these remind one of how gorgeous our country’s landscape really is. Here’s what you need to know about the new CLE and E-Class models.

Epic London 2 Cape Town journey attracts offer from Toyota SA after Hilux chassis breaks

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In case you’ve been living under rock, then you wouldn’t be aware of the epic London 2 Cape Town journey that has taken social media by storm which is currently ...

DRIVEN: Kia Picanto receives second facelift, but it’s pricey now

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With fierce competition and alternatives at a similar price point, the Picanto nameplate may have its work cut out for it in the local market.

REVIEW: Behemoth Land Rover Defender 130 Outbound ticks all the adventure boxes

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Recently introduced as a five-seater-only model for the long wheelbase Defender 130, the Outbound takes luxurious overlanding to the next level.

Nissan Navara sets off on daring 7,000km expedition from Pretoria to Cairo

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The +7,000km journey aims to prove that the SA-built Navara can take on the worst that the continent has to throw at it.

Hydrogen-powered BMW iX5 touches down briefly in South Africa

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When it comes to the driving experience, the BMW iX5 certainly feels every bit the same as any other electric vehicle. But it comes with additional benefits.

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