EnginE

4,4-litre V8 turbo wer

with an m tw inPo

OUTPUT

417kw
4,4 seconds
3 04 k m /h

TYRED

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0-100

OUT

TOP sPEEd

Goodyear have completed some important research just in time for the festive season and its telling us that tyre defects are one of the most common factors that contribute to accidents. Tyres are responsible for traction, handling, steering, stability and braking, so heres a tyre health checklist to tick off before heading to Plett this December. Pack in your mom-in-law before checking the pressure so the cars at the weight youre going to be travelling at. Inflation can affect stopping distance and potential fuel range. Checking tyre pressure when the tyre is warm can give you incorrect readings, so dont wait till Mossels before you do it. A simple kick to the side isnt enough to judge if youre down the 0,2 bars of air pressure that can usually be lost over a three-month period. Check pressure properly. Tyre tread is one of the most important things you need to be confident about. Is it still sufficiently deep? This is super important if it rains and it will. Is the tread worn evenly? Also check the tyre sidewalls for any damage. Not if, but when you hit a pothole and notice a vibration, the steering wheel doesnt centre properly or it pulls to one side, get the car checked immediately. Also check for the development of bulges on the tyre sidewalls. These indicate serious internal damage, which could lead to a blowout. Dont forget to check your spare, too. Check goodyear.co.za

Mini Coupe
The awkward cousin on steroids. Cooper, Cooper S and John Cooper Works models are available. Its got an electric rear spoiler and more boot space than youd expect, but thats because there arent any back seats...
WORDS: STEVEN SlOTOW

MerCedes-Benz ML63 AMG

Calm down, its only getting here next year, but well understand if you cant wait. Buy the standard model and get 386kW, capable of 0-100km/h in only 4,7 seconds. If you fit the entire AMG pack youll knock a whole 0,1 seconds off that time. Hardly seems worth it.
StatS Engine 5.5-litre V8 Output 386kW 0-100 4,7 seconds Top speed 250km/h Gimme TBA

StatS Engine 1,6-litre, twin-scroll turbocharger and direct injection Output 90kW to 155kW 0-100 6,4 to 9 seconds Top speed 204 to 240km/h Gimme R264 000 to R370 000

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