Top 5 Hatchbacks of 2017
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 11 December 2017There are few cars as exciting as a hot hatch, and these are the five that provided the most thrills in 2017. FULL STORY >
Audi A1 and A1 Sportback get facelifts and priced for SA arrival
By Staff Writer 13 May 2015One of the local industry's best selling premium hatchbacks, Audi has just given its A1 and A1 Sportback a 2015 redesign for its arrival later this year. FULL STORY >
Volkswagen details new 2015 Polo GTI
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 20 April 2015Offering significantly more oomph than its regular brethren, Volkswagen details the new 141 kW Polo GTI to pique your hot hatch interest. FULL STORY >
The Peugeot 308 R Hybrid concept could be the future of hot hatches
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 16 April 2015Melding together an electric-powered and petrol engine into one 398 kW sporting hot hatch, the Peugeot 308 R Hybrid concept could signal the shape of things to come. FULL STORY >
Top 6 Hot Hatches
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 23 July 2014Part of the reason why hot hatches hold such a soft spot for petrolheads, is their ability to deliver a more visceral experience that drivers can't get enough of. In their honour, we list the best hot hatches currently available. FULL STORY >
Chevrolet turbocharges the appeal of the Cruze
By Hanleigh Daniels 2 December 2013Chevrolet expands its Cruze sedan and hatchback lineup with the addition of a couple of turbocharged models. FULL STORY >
Cross Pollination: Fiat Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari
By Hanleigh Daniels 29 October 2013Is the Fiat Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari a stepping stone to a Ferrari or just an expensive, enjoyable pocket-rocket? FULL STORY >
RIDE: The latest car news - 30 September 2013
By Hanleigh Daniels 30 September 2013The last few weeks have been pretty eventful for the motor industry, here are a couple of news highlights from the world of cars. FULL STORY >
Opel introduces Astra sedans locally, refreshes hatchback models
By Hanleigh Daniels 20 September 2013Opel refreshes its Astra hatchback range and launches the new Astra sedan lineup as well. FULL STORY >
New entry level Access 1.0 VTi model joins Peugeot 208 lineup
By Hanleigh Daniels 17 September 2013Peugeot aims to put a 208 hatchback in more South African garages via the more affordable, entry-level 208 Access 1.0 VTi. FULL STORY >
Mercedes-Benz A45 AMG rockets onto local roads
By Hanleigh Daniels 30 August 2013Hot hatch drivers look out, AMG's latest creation - the A45 AMG - has taken to South African roads looking to bolster its GTI scalp collection. FULL STORY >
Top 5 premium hatchbacks
By Hanleigh Daniels 7 August 2013Premium hatchbacks are very popular in South Africa due to plenty of tech and safety features, sublime styling, comfortable ride quality, and a dash of sportiness to boot. FULL STORY >
Peugeot 208 GTi hits SA roads and showrooms
By Hanleigh Daniels 10 July 2013Peugeot makes it 208 GTi hot hatchback available to South African buyers. FULL STORY >
New VW Golf GTI hits SA roads
By Hanleigh Daniels 3 July 2013VW's new, seventh generation Golf GTI races onto local streets and into South African showrooms. FULL STORY >
First impressions - Hyundai Veloster
By Hanleigh Daniels 18 April 2013TechSmart finally manages to slide into the driver's seat of Hyundai's new Veloster to find out if this sporty coup?® drives as good as it looks. FULL STORY >
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