Mark Smyth
Automotive Journalist and Editor at Freelance
Freelance writer of words about cars, car stuff and car people. Also yachts, but mostly cars.
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2 days ago |
wantedonline.co.za | Mark Smyth
Fortunately, ever-evolving technology is creating some great new EVs that are far easier to live with than those of just a few years ago. Sadly, it’s not on sale in SA yet, but I’ve just driven the new Renault 5 and it is absolutely brilliant. BMW has some great EVs in the form of the iX3 and i5, and its new Mini John Cooper Works electric models are enormous fun, delivering the go-kart enjoyment you expect of the JCW badge.
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1 week ago |
wantedonline.co.za | Mark Smyth
In recent years the explorer yacht has become increasingly popular. The quest to explore new places is part of the ownership experience of any luxury yacht, but explorers go even further, beyond the coastlines of the Caribbean and Mediterranean, to places that aren’t on traditional routes. Explorer yachts can also have a purpose, combining luxury with research. That is certainly the case with Curiosity, a new concept from yacht designer Fabio Peduzzi.
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1 month ago |
wantedonline.co.za | Mark Smyth
The G800 also elevates luxury and technology, with the option of up to four living areas for up to 19 passengers and sleeping space for 10. There’s an impressive new galley, dedicated crew compartment, reduced interior sound levels, and unique Gulfstream Panoramic Oval Windows that the company claims are the largest in the industry.
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1 month ago |
timeslive.co.za | Mark Smyth
07 May 2025 - 10:27 Just R20 for the first month. Support independent journalism by subscribing to our digital news package. Sunseeker is a well-known name in the local boating world and its updated Manhattan 68 offers lots of style and luxury. We all love an investment we can enjoy while it also earns us money.
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1 month ago |
wantedonline.co.za | Mark Smyth
Sunseeker is a well known name in the South African boating world and its updated Manhattan 68 offers plenty of style and luxury We all love an investment that we can enjoy while it also earns us money. It could be a classic car that appreciates in value while you are enjoying a summer’s drive along the Garden Route or a guest house that doubles as your holiday home and a rental when you’re not there. What about a yacht?
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Today is a long day. -4am alarm - 80km drive from Como to Linate. No time to charge the Alfa Junior. - Flight to Heathrow - 95mile drive to Bristol in the Saab - 245 mile drive to Pickering, North Yorkshire in an Ineos Grenadier. - Make camp! - Work (unavoidable) - Wine - Sleep https://t.co/NHTYrtHhAu
Public car park opposite Villa Erba always attracts the car spotters and it’s easy to see why. Unfortunately didn’t grab a pic of the best car in there, an immaculate Volkswagen Golf Country. https://t.co/m2rT7rqleD
Wanted something Italian to go to Villa d’Este. Booked a Fiat 500, got an Alfa Romeo Junior. I’ll take that as a rental car lottery win. https://t.co/3X5YeCYLBc
