New Hilux breaks cover + fresh models for local market

Struggling to view this? Click here for online version.     Facelifted Hilux breaks cover Toyota's immensely popular Hilux pick-up has received a cosmetic makeover for its 2012 model year, but don't let the new face fool you – Toyota assures us it will remain just as robust and practical as ever.     Stratos on hold   Leaked: C63 AMG Black Series                   Tata plans assembly plant in SA   Renault's Frendzy concept heading for Frankfurt                   Brabus creates world's fastest four-seater cabriolet   Aston Martin V12 Zagato heading for production           The market is buzzing Kelly Lodewyks writes... [E-mail the author] Wow! It's been a busy week. Locally, there has been three major vehicle launches within the space of two days! The Volkswagen Golf gets a solid new rival with the introduction of the all-new Ford Focus, while the A-segment gets a bit of a shake-up with the arrival of the quirky Kia Picanto hatchback. Mercedes-Benz has also launched its new-generation C-Class. We have details on all these models, plus there's big news from Toyota. The all-new Hilux has just been revealed in Australia and again will undoubtedly split opinion over its new, seemingly more upmarket looks, but Toyota claims that it is as robust and practical as ever. For more details on other new cars and what to expect within the next few years, get your hands on the July 2011 issue of CAR. We bring you details on the future VW Golf 8, a five-car comparative test for those looking to buy a hatchback under R250 000 and some hot metal in the shape of the new CLS63 AMG. As usual, our lines of communication remain open via Facebook and Twitter.       The worst driver in Netherlands… or the world?   This is a (VERY) bad idea   Porsche GT2 RS sets record on Pikes Peak Jeff Zwart, who set a new record last year for in the 2WD Time Attack class at the annual Pikes Peak hillclimb, broke his own record at this year's event. Ford Focus EV     Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupé Range Rover Evoque Ford Focus ST Porsche 911 GT2 RS New Ford Focus 1,6 Ambiente 4-door Opportunities to drive virtually every model in a new product line-up don't always present themselves at a new vehicle launch… However, in the case of the recent local introduction of the Ford Focus hatch and saloon, FMCSA did an admirable job of ensuring that everyone had a go in virtually every model.   New Picanto launches   Seriously speedy Swede   New Mercedes-Benz C-Class The latest iteration of the Mercedes-Benz C-Class ushers in a number of exterior cosmetic tweaks, as well as the introduction of a selection of Mercedes-Benz's direct-injection engines and new on-board connectivity systems. BMW's art car collection       10 failures that could have been successes Daantjie Bardenhorst Sometimes even manufacturers with excellent track records get it wrong by introducing cars that have "top seller" written all over them, only for them to fail miserably.   Read more... Will Kimi return? Natalie le Clue In the years following Michael Schumacher's retirement from F1 there was little, if any, speculation that he could or would one day make a return. In fact, it wasn't until it was pretty much confirmed by Schumi's management that anyone started considering the possibility.   Read more... 10 most underrated cars in SA Hannes Oosthuizen In this post I'm naming ten cars that I think are not getting the attention they deserve. That is not to say that they are the best buys or even the best cars in their respective segments, but just that they merit more serious consideration than what they appear to be getting.   Read more... A bit of nostalgia Kelly Lodewyks Remember when ads were fun and something that people didn't mind sitting through? That was a long time ago. Here are some classic old car ads that have stuck in my memory over the years.   Read more...

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