Volvo Ocean Race – Around the World 2011 – 2012
The premier ocean race of its kind, the 2011 – 2012 Volvo Ocean Race sees a six-strong fleet of Volvo 70s take to the oceans in a nine-leg journey around the world.
Private Jets in Nigeria
Second only to South Africa, Nigeria has the largest concentration of privately-owned jets and aircraft in Africa. Rich in natural resources, Nigeria is set to become a big economic player on the world stage. Big business interest naturally follows economic booming regions which foster the demand for private air travel and private aircraft charters.
Top Gear – Ben Collins the Stig
BBC’s TV program Top Gear is an international phenomenon. The role of Ben Collins as the anonymous Stig in its success was significant. From a career as a racing driver, Ben Collins now includes the title of international bestselling author to his repertoire. Kevin Taylor spoke to this stunt-driving phenomenon about every man’s dream job more »
The new Citroen DS4
Sports coupé exhilaration meets crossover power with the new Citroën DS4. Kevin Taylor discovers true joie de vivre in this uniquely French piece of automotive engineering
Eicma 2012 International Motorcycle Show
Gavin Pietersen of Ducati South Africa reports on Eicma – the world’s largest international motorcycle show, held in Milan
Vigorous Vorsprung
When a vehicle manufacturer successfully combines the extreme adrenalin of sports performance with one of South Africa’s most popular hatches, the result is a little pocket-rocket eager to provide the driver with an everyday motoring joyride.
Pastoral Symphony – Mini Countryman
Mini has come a long way since its arrival 10 years ago, now the third member of the family has arrived and it looks all grown up.
X marks the spot
In 1999 BMW launched its X5 and laid claim to the SAV (Sport Activity Vehicle) segment. One new model and a mid-cycle facelift later and the X5 remains the benchmark, albeit with a lot more competition nibbling at its heels.
Panamera Power
LIVEOUTLOUD broadens its horizons to sports cars and welcomes the experience of getting behind the wheel of the V6-powered Porsche Panamera 4
Lotus Position
Lotus cars have picked up somewhat of a reputation for being exciting but lacking the refinement that defines supercar status. Chris Buchanan drives the new breed of Lotus
