Take away the four-wheel-drive component from a high-end doublecab diesel one-tonne utility and what are you left with? A winning formula, in respect to the Toyota Hilux PreRunner.
It’s the first product of the “new Volvo” and the model that kicks off a company-wide rebirth – the weight of expectation associated with the XC90 amounts to serious tonnage. We try the entry D5 Momentum.
The previous Audi Q7 established a as spacious and imposing premium sports utility. The new model loses kilos to enhance its credibility – but does it still make the same impression?
European Holdens are back, and the charge is being led by a couple of VXR hotties. On test is the Astra VXR, a 2.0-litre turbocharged performance flagship out to razz up the hatchback scene. For: Smashing looks, brilliant sports seats, involving engine, great grip.
WITH Mustang mania at peak, it’s easy to forget that Ford’s performance pitch comprises more than a one horse effort and, in fact, is already well under way.
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