Toyota has recently made a comeback to the FIA World Rally Championships and to celebrate, they’ve launched a limited edition Yaris inspired by their 2017 Yaris WRC. Described as a full-blooded hot-hatch, the Yaris GRMN has been tuned and tested on Nürburgring’s Nordschleife with plenty of input from Toyota Gazoo Racing. In fact, the GRMN designation […]
Audi struck gold with the third-generation RS 3 and for the 2017 model year they gave it facelift. Much of the work though, had gone into the parts not immediately visible, all with the aim of improving driving dynamics to give loyalists a more thrilling, interactive driving experience. Marketed as ‘An everyday sportscar, fitted with […]
There are estate cars and then there’s the new Mercedes-AMG E63 S V8 BiTurbo Estate, arguably, in a class all its own. Offering business-class comfort, the new E63 S combines racetrack performance with ultimate practicality and a cavernous boot space providing 1820 litres of storage. The 5.5-litre AMG BiTurbo produces 557hp, 720 Nm of torque […]
New Car Protection Treatments have been growing in popularity as the phenomenon of the ‘ceramic coating’ has become increasingly widely known. Based on nanotechnology, ceramic coatings are inherently tough as their molecules have a small volume compared to their surface ratio. They use chemical bonds to deliver a level of permanent protection not provided by […]
The Ford Focus RS was first launched back in 2002, yet is still only into the 3rd generation. However, this 3rd gen has one or two extra tricks up its sleeve that will delight even the most experienced RS owner. In order to attain the RS badge, this car is tested in the most hostile of […]
Mercedes has been rethinking model designations and in a midlife facelift exercise, has now replaced the SLK with the SLC. Along with the name change, out too, is the naturally-aspirated V8 engine found in the SLK55, replaced with a Biturbo-charged V6. Although Biturbo and twin-turbo both represent a dual turbo mechanism, the setup differs from […]
For many, professionally applying Nanotechnology-based coatings (nano-coatings) to automotive paintwork and wheels is the preferred method of protection. Nano-coatings are tough, durable sealants with high resilience to extremes of pH. They inhibit the adherence of contamination and in addition to providing high gloss levels, they also repel water. As the technology evolves and their use […]
At UF Detailing Studio, New Car Protection Treatments are designed to give brand new cars the best start in life. Ideally, they will be delivered straight from the dealership, preferably untouched and with all protective tape, foams and wax in place to ensure the process of unwrapping, decontaminating, washing, preparation and sealing are all completed […]
The BMW 730 Ld is in a class of its own when it comes to luxury. A powerful 3-litre turbo diesel engine, expansive interior cabin bedecked with high-tech gadgets and a suspension that gives the sensation of gliding rather than driving, it’s a favourite among the private and executive car hire sector. This example, however, […]
Collecting a new car is one of those simple pleasures in life. Brand new, untouched and untainted by anyone else, you can smell the excitement and anticipation emanating from every vent, spoke and grille, along with the unmistakable ‘new car’ smell. Keeping that ‘brand new’ sensation is the goal of the new-car owner, which is why […]