Posts ByDeon Schoeman - RPM TV Website
Long-term update: Renault Kadjar 1.2T Dynamique EDC
March 14, 2018 | Deon SchoemanThe recent holidays seemed like a good time to test the Kadjar’s fuel economy: with less traffic on the road and the generally slower pace of life, it was an opportunity to see what the crossover could deliver when given … Read More
Long-term update: Renault Kadjar 1.2T Dynamique EDC
March 14, 2018 | Deon SchoemanWe’re quickly learning that one of the highlights of our Renault Kadjar long-term test car is the interior. It’s a well-crafted cabin, with good ergonomics and attractive design, as well as a strong sense of openness and space, helped by … Read More
Long-term update: Renault Kadjar 1.2T Dynamique EDC
March 13, 2018 | Deon SchoemanIt’s been a pretty uneventful start to our long-term test of the Renault Kadjar – which is always a good thing with a new car! With around 1 000 km now showing on the odo, the crossover has been delivering … Read More
Long-term test announcement: Renault Kadjar 1.2T Dynamique EDC
March 13, 2018 | Deon SchoemanEach year, the RPM TV long-term fleet tries to ensure that we have a selection of models that represents everyday motoring – and in this day and age, you can’t say “everyday motoring” without mentioning the increasingly popular crossover.
One … Read More
Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI 4Motion DSG Highline
November 30, 2017 | Deon SchoemanThe 2,0-litre engine powering this Volkswagen Tiguan delivers a typically responsive turbodiesel drive, with decent bottom-end torque. But matched to the seven-speed DSG gearbox and all-wheel drive, it endows the Tiguan with a surprising measure of on-road ability and enjoyment. … Read More
Video: Audi R8 V10 Spyder road test
November 28, 2017 | Deon SchoemanThe Audi R8 Spyder has all the elements required of a supercar: power, handling, noise and looks that quite literally stop the traffic. Its 397 kW V10 is a particular highlight. Despite packing the ability that it does, it’s also … Read More
New BMW X3: smarter, faster, dearer – but is it better?
November 23, 2017 | Deon SchoemanGEORGE, Western Cape. – With the launch of the third-generation X3, BMW not only hopes to build on the premium SUV’s heritage, but also the company’s proud history of producing cars in South Africa for the international market.
Some R6-billion … Read More
Video: Toyota Yaris 1.5 Pulse Manual test
November 23, 2017 | Deon SchoemanThe little Toyota Yaris 1.5 Pulse is a strong competitor in its class, offering style matched to good interior comfort and spec. The naturally aspirated 1500 cc petrol engine delivers decent urge, and it’s quite refined, too – even if … Read More
Video: Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive test
November 21, 2017 | Deon SchoemanPorsche’s new Panamera flagship delivers incredible power, giving it supercar-rivalling performance. Its combination of electric and turbo petrol power, along with a shedload of chassis management systems, means the this grand tourer has genuine dynamic capability. It’s also a competent … Read More
Video: VW Polo 1.0 TSI DSG Bluemotion R-Line test
November 9, 2017 | Deon SchoemanThe Volkswagen Polo hatchback epitomises smart, efficient, subcompact hatchback motoring. Whether you’re a student, a housewife, a commuter, a robot racer or an empty-nester, there’s a Polo for you. But just months before a new-generation Polo arrives in SA, here’s … Read More