Seven things to know about the Volkswagen Golf GTi Clubsport S
VW is celebrating four decades of Golf GTI with an exclusive two-seater GTi writes Geraldine Herbert Under the bonnet is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that produces a whopping 306 bhp and 380Nm. The 2016 Golf GTI Clubsport S goes from 0-100 km/h in just 5.8 seconds The new Clubsport S is a two-door, two-seat car. There are no rear seats, insulation or floor mats, all have been removed to save weight, It is...
Ten things to know about the new Tesla Model 3
Elon Musk has revealed the Tesla Model 3, the practical Electric vehicle for the masses writes Geraldine Herbert Tesla’s new Model 3 is the first affordable electric car from the company and goes on sale in December 2017. The Model 3 is priced at $35,000 (€30, 727). The entry level car will do 0-100 km/h in less than 6 seconds, with versions that go “much faster” and range will be in the region of 346 kms. The Model...
Nine things to know about the Opel GT Concept
Opel has pulled the wraps off the new GT Concept and hints at what a future coupe might just look like writes Geraldine Herbert 1) The GT Concept will be officially unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show next month and is a two seat coupe. 2) Borrowed from the Opel Adam, Corsa and Astra is a punchy turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine. 3) The GT nameplate was first used on an Opel coupe in 1968 and it is rumoured the next one will...
Ten things to know about the new Volvo S90
Volvo has revealed its all new flagship saloon writes Geraldine Herbert 1) The S90 replaces the current S80 and will be joined by a V90 estate version; it’s designed to rival the likes of BMW’s 5 series, Mercedes E Class and Audi’s A6. 2) Following in the footsteps of the XC90 the grille and those signature headlights are all familiar but the S90 is a much more sleek and elegant package. 3) The S90 will be front-wheel drive...
Eight things to know about the Fiat 124 Spider
Along comes a spider! We say ciao to the new FIAT 124 Spider writes Geraldine Herbert 1) The original FIAT 124 Spider debuted at the Turin Motor Show in November 1966. 2) The new car is based on Mazda’s MX-5 so Fiat has essentially taken the bones of the MX-5, the chassis and interior and added it’s own exterior design and engine. 3) Powering this diminutive Fiat is a turbocharged 1.4-litre four-cylinder engine that produces a very...
Eight things to know about Bentley’s ultra-luxurious Mulsanne Speed
This week we are driving Bentley’s ultra-luxurious Mulsanne Speed, here are eight things worth knowing about it writes Geraldine Herbert 1) The car is named after the Mulsanne Corner of the Le Mans racing circuit, 2) According to Bentley the Speed is designed for customer who drive themselves. 3) We still reckon its the back seat passenenges who really get to enjoy the Mulsanne, relax and stretch out and enjoy electrically operated...
