Regular coverage of cars and driving in South Africa. We've got news, we've got new model reviews and we like to talk to people who like to talk about cars!
The BMW X5 M50i is one of those SUVs that promises everything - luxury, power, performance and off-road ability, all with the in-built prestige of owning a R1,8m car. We drive it to find out how well (or not) it delivers on those promises. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
Not content with having layers of luxury on top of a bed of style and desirability, the Range Rover Sport P400e HSE adds efficiency to its list of talents with a plug-in hybrid drivetrain. We drive it on tar and dirt to find out if hybrid power makes this the Range Rover Sport to go for. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat website
In this head-to-head episode, we put the Toyota Fortuner Epic Black up against the Volkswagen Amarok Dark Label. The two leisure 4x4s are not only similar in price and application, but they're also special edition models. We drive them both and pick our favourite! Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
Opel hasn't had it easy over the last few years, and the Coronavirus hasn't made things easier in 2020. In South Africa, they've slowly been expanding their lineup with a succession of impressive cars; we drive the diesel powered Crossland X to find out how it measures up. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
Regularly outshone by more popular options in a very popular category, the Mitsubishi ASX perhaps unfairly doesn't get its dues. We spend some time behind the wheel of one of the older names in the crossover category and find out that it has a lot to offer, despite being in a crowded market segment. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
Regularly outshone by more popular options in a very popular category, the Mitsubishi ASX perhaps unfairly doesn't get its dues. We spend some time behind the wheel of one of the older names in the crossover category and find out that it has a lot to offer, despite being in a crowded market segment. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
Jeep has a well-earned reputation for building vehicles with legendary off-road ability. But the two-wheel drive Renegade Longitude is the manufacturer's response to a world that demands more SUV size and less 4x4 ability. We drive it to find out whether a Jeep without all-terrain ability really is still a Jeep… Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
It's easy to look at the BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé as just another variation on a theme - a four door version of the regular coupé, with a bit more glamour and frameless windows. But there is a layer of substance under the new style - join us for a blast in the M235i! Eat Sleep Drive Repeat Website
Spike Ballantine — With looks loved by many, and a package that promises good value, the T-Cross has been a spectacular success for Volkswagen, despite only having been on the market for a year. We had a taste of one before lockdown, but now we're back behind the wheel to see if it lives up to all the hype. Episode 59 Transcript
Spike Ballantine — For a while now, Mazda has been trying to elevate its brand above the marketplace perception of being just another Japanese maker of mid-range cars. We drive the top of the range Mazda 3 hatch and find out whether the company's premium aspirations are more than just marketing talk…
Spike Ballantine — It's an undoubted off-road star, but the Jeep Wrangler still needs to fill a daily duty. In this episode, we use the mountain track killer as an every day machine to find out whether its thoroughbred 4x4 design can deal with the daily grind - and if it can justify its premium price.
Spike Ballantine — It's the biggest test drive in the history of Eat Sleep Drive Repeat! BMW's X7 is a crafty mix of SUV size and versatility, with executive saloon luxury. We find out that its existence is about more than simply offering 7 super luxurious seats in an off-road ready SUV… Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Kia's recipe usually contains a heavy dose of value, offering a lot of standard spec for a competitive price. The GT Line version of its Seltos doesn't really stick to that game plan - we find out what the compact SUV has to offer in arguably the most competitive sector on the market.
Done By 1 Media — The executive sedan market in SA is dominated by the Germans, but for us at Eat Sleep Drive Repeat, that's more because of strong brand loyalty than a lack of quality from other players. Case in point: the Volvo S90. Take a drive with us to find out why we think this Swede deserves more attention.
Done By 1 Media — From its supersized grille to its superbly crafted interior, there are a lot of superlatives you can throw the way of the BMW 740Li luxury saloon. Oddly, one thing you won't find on its extensive options list is the thing that helps define it amongst its competition - and it's almost certainly not what you think… Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Our test drive* in the Citroën C3 Aircross Shine means we've driven each model in the company's new lineup in SA. We were impressed with the C5 Aircross and C3 hatch - can this crossover make it three out of three? *episode recorded before lockdown Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Any BMW wearing an M Sport badge comes with a lot of potential. Not quite an actual M car, but with enough added sporty bits and tweaking to promise an involving, enjoyable experience. We drive* the X2 M35i xDrive and find out whether or not it keep its promises. *episode recorded before lockdown Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — South Africans love a bakkie, and the granddaddy of them all recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. We drive* a special edition of the Toyota Hilux: the Legend 50, with sharper looks and more interior toys. *episode recorded before lockdown Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Citroën’s reintroduction to SA was welcome, but as it turns out, a little badly timed - the COVID-19 outbreak will no doubt make their job of chasing sales even more difficult. Before the handbrake was firmly put on any test drives, we got to test* the C3 hatch. It is nice to look at, but needs more than that to survive in a category with immensely tough competition. *episode recorded before lockdown Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Entry-level cars may be small in size and power, but they're getting smarter and more sophisticated. In this episode, we drive two French options with different approaches to budget motoring: the Peugeot 108 and the Renault Kwid. And there's a surprise third option, too… Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — The Vitara is a long-standing part of the Suzuki lineup. The fourth generation has been around since 2015, but was only recently blessed with the company's 1.4 litre turbo motor. It's the same power unit that's in the mighty Swift Sport - but what's it's like in a compact SUV? Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — The next generation Corolla is about to arrive in SA, which means Toyota has upgraded the Corolla Quest. More about practicality than fulfilling your motoring dreams, it can still offer a surprise or two… Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — The other French manufacturer is back in South Africa! Citroën will be gunning for their share of the lucrative SUV market with their C5 Aircross, which has a healthy dose of the company's unique approach to motoring. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Similar in price, but with way different approaches to driving enjoyment: the VW Polo Beats crams a famous brand sound system and unique interior into a regular Polo, and the Suzuki Swift Sport is the evolution of a model famous for its performance fun. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Toyota's RAV4 was the first of its kind, and created a brand new vehicle segment… Or didn't, depending on who you argue with. Its success has meant that it's been the persistent benchmark, but the latest generation has tougher competition than any previous RAV4. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — The BMW X3 is now a proudly South African export, being built in Pretoria for world markets. The latest generation of BMW's compact SUV has some incredibly tough competition from its traditional rivals Mercedes-Benz and Audi (and a few other newcomers, too) - but the X3 is well prepared for battle. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Opel is on a bit of a resurgence with some new models - and some new versions of old favourites. One of those is the Corsa GSI, a hot hatch with a performance pedigree and some serious work to do to help its maker re-establish itself. We drive the little monster to see if it's up to scratch. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — 60 years on, Mini is still going strong! The Cooper started life as a practical family car, and was almost relegated to motoring history before being resurrected by BMW. In this episode, we look back at Mini's roots, while reviewing the current generation Cooper. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — It’s long been hailed as the best drive in its class, so each generation of the BMW 3 Series has a lot to live up to. And with each generation, BMW has to make sure they don’t mess with what is a winning recipe that earns them a substantial portion of their daily bread. We drive the 330i M Sport to find out if it lives up to expectations. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — The MPV isn't the stuff of motoring dreams, but sometimes all you need is something that does the job it's supposed to do, and does it as well as possible. The Suzuki Ertiga promises to answer that need, and at a budget price. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — In a world where it seems that every second car on the road is an SUV, it takes something pretty special to stand out. The Volvo XC60 brings a Scandinavian sensibility to the class - we drive the T5 petrol. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — Nissan applies the blackout effect to its Navara to create the Stealth. We drive the 2x4 version to find out if there's more to it than just some fancy makeup; we also get some insight from someone who took the 4x4 version mountain bashing in Lesotho. Eat Sleep Drive Repeat on Facebook
Done By 1 Media — The Volkswagen Amarok surprised a lot people when it arrived on the scene almost ten years ago. Adding to its off-road capability was a car-like interior that offered new levels of comfort in its class. But, its competition has had plenty of time to catch up - is the Amarok still up to the challenge? Find us on Facebook!
Done By 1 Media — The Golf R now has its full dose of power, and we set out to answer two simple questions: is it any better because of it, and is it worth the extra money over the GTI? (10:00) We also preview the Frankfurt Motor Show (with a special look at the Porsche Taycan), plus Nissan has a new Juke and the Hyundai i10 has been severely upgraded. Check out pictures of all the cars in this episode here!
Done By 1 Media — Renault's next gen Koleos brings a stylish face to what was already a competent SUV - we get behind the wheel to find out what else it brings to the party (04:10). We've got news from Audi, Volvo and Mercedes-Benz; plus, it's Concours SA time! We chat to Greg Marucchi about this year's event at Steyn City.
Done By 1 Media — The Audi RS4 Avant is a sportscar wrapped in practical body with no small amount of luxury thrown in for good measure. We find out how talented it really is… (06:43). We've got details on the Audi Q3 Sportback and some insider info on the next R8. Apple's EV project may have just received a boost, plus: a global Volvo recall could affect you, and say goodbye to free Apple CarPlay in your BMW…
Done By 1 Media — SUVs are ubiquitous things, but the Peugeot 3008 has a different take to the others; we test drive the Allure diesel. We've also got news on Mercedes-AMG's new sportscar slaying hatchback and the Audi SQ8. Plus: the next Land Rover Defender model lineup, and the future of luxury touring from Bentley.
Done By 1 Media — The first gen Renault Duster was capable, if a little utilitarian; now it's prettier and packs more interior refinement. But does it still have the charm of the original? We test drive the 4x4 version to find out! Plus, we have news from Porsche, BMW, Honda, Jaguar and Kia - and a bonus Mercedes-Benz A Class test drive!
Done By 1 Media — Mitsubishi is on the comeback trail, using its legendary offroad ability and new styling to help grow sales. We drive the Eclipse Cross, a coupé-styled SUV that's an interesting mix of ordinary and impressive. We've also got news on the new Lexus RX and BMW 1 Series; VW has expanded its Kombi range and Lamborghini has dreamed up an off-road Huracán…
Done By 1 Media — We drive the Volvo XC40 and bring you three flavours of news in this episode! 1) Mild: the updated Land Rover Discovery Sport 2) Medium: the substantially improved Audi A4, and the new Opel Corsa EV 3) Hot: VW still loves diesel - their new V8 Touareg is proof!
Done By 1 Media — The Suzuki Jimny is nothing short of a legend - we’ve got the 4th gen Jimny on an off road course to rediscover just why it’s so loved the world over. There’s also performance news from McLaren, Mini and Ford, as well as details on the unlikely partnership between Hyundai, Kia and electric supercar maker Rimac.
Done By 1 Media — Power edition! We chat to one of the class winners of the Jaguar Simola Hill Climb, we bring you details (and noise) of some new AMG power from Mercedes-Benz, and there's a very special Porsche 911 model heading to SA… Our test drive is the BMW X4 xDrive20i mid-size SUV.
Done By 1 Media — We're behind the wheel of the Alfa Romeo Giulia - the QV isn't the only one that has something to offer… We've also got news on the SA arrival of the Audi Q8, the updated Ford Everest SUV and the appearance (sort of) of the next gen Land Rover Defender. Plus: way are Smart, Opel and VW are killing off their small cars?
Done By 1 Media — The New York Motor Show had a few interesting tidbits; we take a look at the highlights from Hyundai and Mercedes Benz. We've also got details on a rugby-themed, one-off Range Rover Sport. Our test drive is the Peugeot 308 - one of the also-rans in the hatchback market battle, but definitely not without its strengths.
Done By 1 Media — Bakkies abound! We bring you news on the updated Ford Ranger and the new Mitsubishi Triton, plus Nissan's cash injection for the next generation Navara. There's also a new Corsa OPC on the horizon, and Suzuki has updated their Ciaz. Our test drive is the littlest Mazda: the 2.
Done By 1 Media — The MU-X has been tasked by Isuzu with the monumental task of taking on the Toyota Fortuner… We find how it measures up in this week's test drive. We've also got news of the much-anticipated BMW 8 Series and its smaller brother, the Z4, now both in SA. Plus: We chat to Volvo SA's MD about the brand's fresh initiative to make every car safer.
Done By 1 Media — We get behind the wheel of a little legend - the Mazda MX-5: we wanted to find out if the hardtop RF version takes away any of the original's magic… We've also got all the details on the new Toyota RAV4, plus news about some big coupés from Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, and an interesting 2 Series tidbit from BMW.
Done By 1 Media — We test drive the Mazda CX-3. It's not your usual crossover, using a different recipe to the rest - the result is somewhat surprising. We've also got news of Volkswagen's new compact SUV and hybrid additions to the Range Rover family.
Done By 1 Media — We get some track time in the Renault Megane RS! And find out that it's pretty good on the road, too… We've got new model news from Toyota, BMW, Suzuki and Jaguar, plus: the 2019 Geneva Motor Show highlights, with some comments from industry bosses.
Done By 1 Media — We get schooled! Find out why we had to go on a Volkswagen Driving Academy Course… We have a rant about the Mercedes-Benz / BMW partnership, and bring you up to speed on new models from Mercedes-Benz and Jaguar. Our test drive is the Mazda 3 Sedan. Pretty. Good?
Done By 1 Media — We test drive the updated Datsun Go - a car that didn't exactly make a positive impression when it first arrived in 2014… We chat about the Toyota State of the Motor Industry event and the upcoming models revealed there, plus Suzuki's updated Vitara and what could be the final Mercedes-Benz SLC.
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