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A woman’s dimensions expand, why can’t her car too?

What She Said 22.1.2021 08:04 am

A woman’s dimensions expand, why can’t her car too?

Sheer size of Mini Countryman allows a girl to be a meanie too.

Automotive purists were outraged when the Mini Countryman was launched just over a decade ago. They – mostly men of course – were whining about the sheer size of the car, haven grown from the conventional compact hatch back to something classified as a SUV of some sorts.

Jeep ditching diesel for new Grand Cherokee and RHD for incoming Grand Wagoneer

Motoring News Jeep ditching diesel for new Grand Cherokee and RHD for incoming Grand Wagoneer

Chapter will soon close on the 179kW/569Nm 3.0 CRD oil-burner as well as the Grand Cherokee’s diesel lineage.

Turbo-petrol fed all-new Peugeot 2008 priced

Motoring News Turbo-petrol fed all-new Peugeot 2008 priced

Newcomer shares its underpinnings with the new Opel Corsa.

All-new Golf GTI and facelift Tiguan headlines Volkswagen’s assault on 2021

Motoring News All-new Golf GTI and facelift Tiguan headlines Volkswagen’s assault on 2021

Aside from the GTI, the fourth quarter bound Golf R will be the year’s other big card debutant.

Back on? Toyota files second application for Celica name

Motoring News Back on? Toyota files second application for Celica name

At present, it remains unknown as to what Toyota’s plans are for the Celica name it last used in 2006.

Porsche reverts to rear-wheel-drive for new entry-level Taycan

Motoring News Porsche reverts to rear-wheel-drive for new entry-level Taycan

With a top speed of 230 km/h, the Taycan will travel between 431 and 484 km depending on the battery chosen.

Mercedes-Benz reimagines GLA as all-electric EQA

Motoring News Mercedes-Benz reimagines GLA as all-electric EQA

Bar a revised front and rear facia, the EQA differs little, on the outside, from the GLA.

Hyundai gives (slightly) clearer view of all-new Bayon small SUV

Motoring News Hyundai gives (slightly) clearer view of all-new Bayon small SUV

Little about the Bayon is known at present apart from its position below the Kona in Hyundai’s European crossover/SUV line-up.

All-new Opel Corsa priced ahead of debut as PCSA takes control of distribution

Motoring News All-new Opel Corsa priced ahead of debut as PCSA takes control of distribution

The announcement comes on the back of the PSA Group’s merger with FCA to create Stellantis.

Production backlog delays five-door Suzuki Jimny till 2022

Motoring News Production backlog delays five-door Suzuki Jimny till 2022

The Hansalpur facility in India has been unable to reduce the backlog as demand remains high.

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Easy to see why Toyota Starlet is selling like hot cakes

Motoring News Easy to see why Toyota Starlet is selling like hot cakes

Hatchback does everything with ease, making it a pleasure to drive.

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Kerfuffle at Renault team takes centre stage

Motorsport Kerfuffle at Renault team takes centre stage

Abiteboul’s sudden exit leaves more questions than answers at renamed Alpine.

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 order books opening in March as more details emerge

Motoring News Toyota Land Cruiser 300 order books opening in March as more details emerge

Still the cause of debate is the 300’s line-up of engines which could still feature a V8 in spite of the ongoing V6 only claims.

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Righting the wrong? Jeep Compass determined to find its True North

Motoring News Righting the wrong? Jeep Compass determined to find its True North

Improvements aplenty but one big tweak needs to be made.

Jaguar’s Reims tribute F-Type revealed as a UK only model

Motoring News Jaguar’s Reims tribute F-Type revealed as a UK only model

Performance figures are unchanged from the standard models.

Magic of Monte primed for WRC season opener

Motorsport Magic of Monte primed for WRC season opener

Hyundai and M-Sport Ford will be hoping to make life difficult for the title holding Toyota Gazoo Racing team.

WRC season 2021 ready for blast off

Motorsport WRC season 2021 ready for blast off

Three teams remain but with a shake-up in crews and management.

Honda drops first all-new HR-V teaser ahead of 18 February reveal

Motoring News Honda drops first all-new HR-V teaser ahead of 18 February reveal

Petrol motivation will be combined with electrification but the Old Continent oil-burner will be dropped.

Union official: FCA and PSA becomes Stellantis

Motoring News Union official: FCA and PSA becomes Stellantis

Complete plans will be detailed on 19 January by Tavares.

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Baby SUV boom: What SA buyers can expect in 2021

Motoring News Baby SUV boom: What SA buyers can expect in 2021

Plenty of new models expected to flood the growing segment this year.

Nissan divulges electrically assisted new Qashqai’s powerunits

Motoring News Nissan divulges electrically assisted new Qashqai’s powerunits

The e-Power unit sees the 1.5-litre petrol engine being reduced to generator duty for the electric motor.

Pain at the pumps in February as massive fuel price increase looms

Motoring News Pain at the pumps in February as massive fuel price increase looms

Drivers of petrol vehicles will have to bear the brunt of the expected increase.

New platform and powerunits the key highlights of incoming new Honda HR-V

Motoring News New platform and powerunits the key highlights of incoming new Honda HR-V

Coupe-like looks retained, expect the new Civic’s look to feature prominently.

Six (of the best) facts about the Toyota HiAce

Motoring News Six (of the best) facts about the Toyota HiAce

Toyota GR Corolla coming in 2023 with GR Yaris’ turbocharged three-cylinder

Motoring News Toyota GR Corolla coming in 2023 with GR Yaris’ turbocharged three-cylinder

Land Rover Discovery Sport-based Tata Gravitas unveiled in India as renamed Safari

Motoring News Land Rover Discovery Sport-based Tata Gravitas unveiled in India as renamed Safari

Renault launches “Renaulution” plan with the unveiling of remastered all-electric R5

Motoring News Renault launches “Renaulution” plan with the unveiling of remastered all-electric R5

Renault South Africa confirms Kiger and Clio for 2021 but delays Oroch until 2022

Motoring News Renault South Africa confirms Kiger and Clio for 2021 but delays Oroch until 2022

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New diesel engine rejuvenates Land Cruiser Prado

Motoring News New diesel engine rejuvenates Land Cruiser Prado

Planned seven-seat Ford Kuga won’t be available anywhere but China

Motoring News Planned seven-seat Ford Kuga won’t be available anywhere but China

Maruti Suzuki readying all-new Vitara Brezza by the end of 2021

Motoring News Maruti Suzuki readying all-new Vitara Brezza by the end of 2021

Porsche celebrates 718 Boxster’s 25th anniversary with special edition GTS

Motoring News Porsche celebrates 718 Boxster’s 25th anniversary with special edition GTS

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Meet F1’s new boss

Motoring News Meet F1’s new boss

All-new Toyota Fortuner coming in 2022 with hybrid assistance

Motoring News All-new Toyota Fortuner coming in 2022 with hybrid assistance

Stellantis could spell the end for Chrysler and Lancia

Motoring News Stellantis could spell the end for Chrysler and Lancia

Concept Daihatsu tipped to preview all-new Toyota Avanza out this year

Motoring News Concept Daihatsu tipped to preview all-new Toyota Avanza out this year

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Audi Q3 Sportback the right car at the right time

Motoring News Audi Q3 Sportback the right car at the right time

This is it: All-new Ford Ranger spied on test for the first time

Motoring News This is it: All-new Ford Ranger spied on test for the first time

Hyundai gives first official glimpse of pumped-up Kona N

Motoring News Hyundai gives first official glimpse of pumped-up Kona N

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