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Brenwin Naidu

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Motoring Section Editor: @SowetanLIVE & @SundayTimesZA Lifestyle | Contributor: ST Daily & @TimesLIVE Motoring | Juror: @WorldCarAwards | #MG200Young 2021

 Johannesburg, South Africa
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YOUTH DAY 2026 | Celebrating excellence in the motor industry

YOUTH DAY 2026 | Celebrating excellence in the motor industry

We catch up with young South African trailblazers making an impact in the automotive world

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Night before driving new M350 we were sitting with one of the technical heads at BMW. "Have you made it quieter?" was among questions posed. "You'll find the sound is very much present," was the very diplomatic response. #BMW #BMWG50 #BMWMotorsport #BMWM350 #BMW3Series
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ICE will be around for a while... sowetan.co.za/motoring/2026-…
EU lawmakers back easing of 2035 car emissions targets

EU lawmakers back easing of 2035 car emissions targets

EU lawmakers support easing 2035 car emissions rules, allowing some non-zero-emission vehicles to be sold

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If you don't care for the electric BMW 3 Series, you can still have the B58 in the M350 xDrive. Driving impressions at the link.
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FIRST DRIVE | Why the new BMW 3 Series remains the premium sports sedan leader

FIRST DRIVE | Why the new BMW 3 Series remains the premium sports sedan leader

BMW’s new G50 3 Series blends tradition with innovation, maintaining its lead as the premium sports sedan.

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Have you embraced the idea of an all-electric BMW 3 Series? Drove it in France last week. Impressions at the link.
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FIRST DRIVE | Why the new BMW 3 Series remains the premium sports sedan leader

FIRST DRIVE | Why the new BMW 3 Series remains the premium sports sedan leader

BMW’s new G50 3 Series blends tradition with innovation, maintaining its lead as the premium sports sedan.

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Hot day in Johannesburg.
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Owners, what's your experience been like since Tata came back to SA?
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We're in Los Angeles driving the new BMW X5 (G65). If you like the vibe of the Neue Klasse iX3 then this will be easy to appreciate...
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FIRST DRIVE | 2027 BMW X5 expands ‘Neue Klasse’ values

FIRST DRIVE | 2027 BMW X5 expands ‘Neue Klasse’ values

G65 marks a radical change from predecessor.

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This is quite a therapeutic job, perfect for a Friday afternoon. Bon weekend all
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The toughest Mercedes-Benz passenger car you can buy in 2026? It's none other than the Geländewagen. The G-Class. A real G, not a pretender.
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REVIEW | The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has nothing to prove

REVIEW | The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has nothing to prove

The iconic off-roader combines decades of off-road credibility with modern comforts and surprising performance.

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Have you ever claimed from the Road Accident Fund (RAF)? timeslive.co.za/motoring/202…
From road injury statistic to business venture

From road injury statistic to business venture

Eugene Beck doesn't want others to go through what he did after being driven over while cycling

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For R689,900 (starting); the Chery Tiggo 9 is envisaged as a "premium" SUV pick without the German price-tag. Are you convinced? Here's the review: timeslive.co.za/motoring/202… Images: Chery UK
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It's not for everyone, this Subaru Crosstrek. A well-engineered car though, no denying.
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REVIEW | Subaru Crosstrek feels tougher than your average urban crossover

REVIEW | Subaru Crosstrek feels tougher than your average urban crossover

Japanese marque stays true to its brand values

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Driving impressions of the 2026 BMW iX3: sowetan.co.za/motoring/2026-…
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This troublesome VW T-Cross is giving its owner sleepless nights. Full story: sowetan.co.za/motoring/2026-…
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What began as a consumer column in 1998 became one of South Africa’s most trusted voices on consumer rights. Wendy Knowler’s meticulous, independent reporting has challenged companies, changed industry practices and helped thousands navigate disputes. Rhodes University will recognise that contribution with an honorary Doctor of Laws at its October graduation in Makhanda. @wendyknowler Read more: ru.ac.za/latestnews/hon_doc_…
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