SEBASTIAN VETTEL MAINTAINS CASTROL DRIVER LEAD RANKING

In a month when motorsport saw more than it’s fair share of controversy, one thing that remains unquestioned is F1 driver Sebastian Vettel’s dominance of the Castrol Driver Rankings. The Red Bull man started pole in both Grand Prix in the month and recorded two points finishes, maintaining his place at the top of the Castrol Driver Rankings for the fourth consecutive month.

BUY A RENAULT WITH FULL RETURN GUARANTEE

It’s the offer you thought you’d never hear: if you’re not satisfied with your new car purchase, bring it back and be reimbursed, without any need for justification.

But this is what Renault South Africa is now offering its customers. The opportunity to return a new vehicle purchase, should they not be completely satisfied, regardless of the reason. The campaign is the first of its kind in the local market.

FORD RANGER SUPER CAB IS NOW AUTOMATIC

Ford has further expanded its Ford Ranger line-up with the introduction of an automatic transmission to the 3.0 Super Cab XLT 4x2. The 3.0-litre turbo diesel model produces 115kW at 3 200rpm and has a torque peak of 380Nm at 1 800rpm.

“The Ford Ranger line-up is very comprehensive and we are pleased

CHEVROLET SALES ON THE UP

Chevrolet delivered a total of 139 916 vehicles in July, a 12 percent gain year over year. Due to sustained demand across the Chevrolet line up, calendar-year-to-date sales are up 28 percent compared to 2009.

“This year’s sales growth has demonstrated the strength of the Chevrolet portfolio,” said Alan Batey, vice president, Chevrolet Sales and Service. “Chevrolet is successfully attracting new customers across all segments, delivering growth in crossovers, cars and trucks.

VOLKSWAGEN POLO TOPS SALES CHARTS

During July 2010 a total of 29 203 new passenger cars were sold in South Africa. Total new passenger car sales in July increased by nine percent when compared to June 2010, and by 32.4 percent when compared to July 2009, bringing the year-to-date July market in 2010 to a level 28.6 percent above the same period for 2009.

“Volkswagen Group South Africa was again the front runner

SIX NEW RENAULT MODELS COMING TO MZANSI

After introducing no less than 12 new models in the past 18 months, few would argue that Renault South Africa offers car buyers one of the most diverse and up-to-date model ranges on the local market.

That line-up currently embraces a spectrum of sedans, hatchbacks, coupés. SUVs and MPVs to suit all tastes, budgets and requirements. However, despite this comprehensive model offering, Renault SA has a few more aces up its sleeve: six brand new models, to be exact, all due for launch in the next four months.

TWO SPECIAL EDITION MERCEDES-BENZ SLK AND SL ANNOUNCED

Mercedes-Benz is now offering special editions of the SL and SLK, both of which feature a stylish interior with numerous sophisticated highlights. The standard designo magno night black matt paint finish accentuates the exclusive, sporty appearance of the SL Night Edition, while the special designo graphite paint finish makes the SLK Grand Edition a real eye-catcher. Both of these new special models

MOST POWERFUL SPECIAL BMW M3 EVER SET TO DAZZLE SA BUYERS

Twenty five years ago BMW created an icon when it debuted the very first BMW M3 at the 1985 Frankfurt Motor Show. At the time, the sportiest BMW 3 Series ever produced boasted 149kW, top speed in excess of 230km/h, and a sprint from a standing start to 100km/h inside 6.7 seconds. More significantly, the BMW M3 created a legacy of driver involvement, sublime handling and giant-killing performance that has passed to each of the car’s four generations.

GEELY COMPLETES VOLVO TAKE-OVER

Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, one of the fastest-growing car manufacturers in China, today announced it has completed the acquisition of 100 per cent of Volvo Car Corporation ("Volvo Cars") from Ford Motor Company. 

Geely also announced that Stefan Jacoby, the Chief Executive of Volkswagen Group of America, would become President and Chief Executive Officer of Volvo Cars.

CITROEN CELEBRATES GOOD RALLY OUT

The Citroën Total World Rally Team crews improved their positions on the second day of Rally Finland. Sébastien Ogier and Julien Ingrassia in their first race for the works team, finished in a magnificent second place a few seconds in front of Sébastien Loeb and Daniel Elena. This double podium has helped the Citroën Total World Rally Team to increase its lead in the FIA Manufacturers’ World Championship.