Cupra Re-Born – Revisiting Cupra’s Efficient EV
For a brand that has been around for this long, I find it interesting how often I have to explain to people what Cupra is. Established as its own thing in 2018, the newest arm of the VAG group branched off from SEAT to focus on sporty offerings, honoring the Cup Racing origins of its […]
Watt a Ride! BMW’s Take on Electric Mobility, pt II
You join me after a rather electrifying week to close off the BMW Electric Mobility story! It’s been a busy week with many driven and ridden kms, so kick back and get comfortable, because this is a long one! My daily journey is a 25km round trip that starts in suburbia and goes right to the […]
The next-gen CarPlay was supposed to land in 2024. Are we better off without it?
Remember when Apple first teased its new, souped-up version of CarPlay back in 2022? It promised to take over your car’s screens in “the Apple way” — sleek, seamless, and oh so shiny. The idea was simple: CarPlay would expand beyond infotainment, giving you control over core car functions like climate settings and even displaying […]
Take the Leap of Faith – Leapmotor C10 Review
We are going through a very interesting period for the auto industry. Some brands are trying to reinvent themselves, others trying to remain viable and, at the same time, this EV revolution is allowing for new players to enter the field seemingly out of nowhere, with great first albums. And while Leapmotor are not exactly […]
More of everything but petrol – MG ZS Hybrid+ Review
Look who it is, if it isn’t Mr. MG coming for another review of the newest addition to their lineup! This time, we have the all-new ZS, which brings another round of MG’s learnings to a small SUV that has experienced quite a bit of success on our roads, judging by how many of them […]
Rush hour champion – BMW M135 Review
The hot hatch segment is one with a rabid legion of fans cultivated back in its golden era, and one that seems to have been relegated to more premium offerings as of late. Those that subscribe to the idea of driving something with a smaller footprint that an SUV while not letting go of driving […]
BMW shares their new vision for infotainment at CES 2025
CES 2025 became the stage for BMW’s latest innovation: the Panoramic iDrive, a groundbreaking step in automotive technology for the brand. Designed to transform the way drivers and passengers interact with vehicles, this system blends futuristic design with intuitive functionality, reinforcing BMW’s reputation for pushing the boundaries of user-focused innovation in their cars. At the core […]
TAG Heuer celebrates Ayrton Senna’s F1 Legacy
TAG Heuer has unveiled the Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Senna, a limited-edition timepiece that pays tribute to the legendary Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna. This release coincides with the 30th anniversary of Senna’s passing, underscoring the enduring legacy of a driver whose name remains synonymous with speed, precision, and excellence. The Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x […]
7 Seats, 1 Job, 0 Fuss – Honda CR-V Long Term Review
Here at Tarmac, we usually have our review cars for a few days, and sometimes we have to fast-track our impressions. So when we get to have a car for a longer period of time, it’s a rare treat to truly analyze how well it fits into the intended customer’s lifestyle. Honda has risen to […]
TAG Heuer are back to being the Official Timekeepers of Formula 1
TAG Heuer and Formula 1 — two names that have been intertwined since the sport’s golden age — are set to reunite in a partnership that’s as exciting as it is historic. Back in the 1970s, Heuer watches were as much a part of the paddock as roaring engines and champagne celebrations. By the early […]