The Citizen Motoring. Old school newspaper guy living in the digital era. Loves to drive. Loves to write. Just not at the same time. Views are my own.
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“When you are weak, appear strong” - Sun Tzu
Rassie named Etzebeth and Kolisi to play England. Neither were seen all month. Tried to look strong.
Rassie thinks Sacha going to be back for Argentina. Let’s see it. Bluffing again.
No Ox Nche. No Mostert. No RG Snyman. No Kwagga. Lood? Esterhuizen? The fans keep preaching 4-0… 3-1… while the vets can’t even practice.
They’ve hit the wall. Rassie trying to hide it, project optimistic timeframes. Trying to look strong when they are weak. All the battle-hardened troops with all that experience are down.
It’s going to be on the new caps, riding the expectations, with all the pressure to deliver on all the hype, to win this series 4-0 against the All Blacks.
The unsinkable Boks are heading towards a big black iceberg. A huge, pitch black iceberg. None of you can see it. But you will hear it.💥
First look at the Indian-built Suzuki Victoris at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. Slots in below the Grand Vitara in India, where it also runs on compressed biomethane gas. We don’t know yet if it is coming to South Africa. @TheCitizen_News @Suzuki_ZA #JapanMoblityShow
The Chinese are taking no prisoners. Jaecoo J5 unveiled today starting at a launch price special of R369 900. Solid package that is going to make waves. @TheCitizen_News @Omoda_SA @Jaecoosa
Rooies gaan dit nie smaak dat Blikkies sy asblik gevat het nie. Ek gaan met Dawie hieroor moet gesels
SA-bound Chery Tiggo Pro 9 PHEV undergoes rollover testing in Wuhu, China. All that action at only 70km/h. Automotive safety is no joke. @TheCitizen_News @SA_Chery
Chery launches yet another brand in Wuhu, China. This one is called Lepas, derived from leopard on which its styling is based. Line-up consists of three SUVs; L4, L6 and L8. Likely to head to Mzansi soon. @TheCitizen_News
Chery launches its first-ever bakkie, called the Himla, at Shanghai Auto Show. No details yet. @TheCitizen_News @CheryAutoCo
Brad Binder’s 2025 MotoGP Red Bull KTM Factory Racing RC16 up close at Red Bull HQ in Cape Town. Slightly less trim than the full racing version, but still supercool. Would have loved to hear it roar! @TheCitizen_News @RedBullZA @KTM_Racing
Toyota will continue its rich Hilux heritage with the Legend 55 in July 2025. Will feature wide body and wide tread suspension plus a few styling enhancements. Maybe even a little more power… @TheCitizen_News @ToyotaSA
The MG Cyberster officially rolled out in Mzansi. The world’s first all-electric, two-seater, soft-top sports car produces a total of 375kW and 725Nm and sprints from 0-100km/h in 3.2 seconds. Priced at R1 399 900. @TheCitizen_News @MGSouthAfrica
Jaco van der Merwe retweeted
ROAD TEST DATA
Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe
* 280 kW & 450 Nm
* 0-100 km/h in 3.64 seconds
* 0-200 km/h in 12.81 seconds
* 1/4 mile in 11.81 secs at 192.57 km/h
* 800 m in 18.57 secs at 233.60 km/h
* 100-200 km/h in 9.40 seconds
#porsche #porsche911 #porschecarrera #roadtest
Nice one @boltapp. Your driver having a slash on someone’s driveway on Silver Pine Avenue, Malanshof, Randburg at 7.12am on 3 December 2024. You can’t make this shit up even if you tried
Jaco van der Merwe retweeted
Here’s a look at how the weekend’s #GRCup races impacted the overall season standings. 🏁🔥 Congrats again to Sean for a phenomenal performance throughout the season! 👏 #TGRSA #Netstar #kinto #ToyotoFinancialServices #garmin #ferodobrakes #dunloptyres The Official Tyre Partner
Jaco van der Merwe retweeted
And that’s a wrap for the #GRCup season! 🏁✨ It’s been an incredible journey with thrilling races, hard-fought battles, and unforgettable moments. Thanks to the fantastic drivers, dedicated teams, and passionate fans for making it memorable! #TGRSA @Dunloptyres_SA @jacovanderm
🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦Mpumelelo Mhlongo and Kat Swanepoel lead out Team SA during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Mzansi is proud of you already, medals will be an added bonus. @TheCitizen_News @GaytonMcK #TeamSA #Paralympics2024 🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦🇿🇦
Jaco van der Merwe retweeted
ROAD TEST DATA
@MercedesBenz_SA AMG C 63 S E Performance 4Matic
* 500 kW & 1020 Nm
* 0-100 km/h in 3.31 seconds
* 0-200 km/h in 12.45 seconds
* 1/4mile in 11.48 seconds at 193.24km/h
* 800m in 18.24 seconds at 231.18km/h
* 100-200 km/h in 8.15 seconds
#mercedesbenz #AMG #c63s
Jaco van der Merwe retweeted
Smiles all around! The joy on the faces of the #GRCup drivers at Aldo tells you everything about the amazing day they had. Here's a recap from the guys, sharing their exhilarating experiences. #TGRSA #Netstar #KINTO @GarminSA #ToyotaFinancialServices @FerodoBrakes @Dunloptyres_SA
Jaco van der Merwe retweeted
@MercedesBenz_SA AMG C63 S E Performance. It’s faster than you think. It’s easy to drive fast when the road is no longer straight. 500 kW and 1020 Nm of ballistic Sedan. This is not the old C63 S. Done!
#mercedesbenz #mercedesamg #AMG #c63s #EPerformance #fast #faster
