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Touch Down! The Ford Mustang Mach 1 Is Here And Its All Muscle and Action

vuyi on June 30, 2021

The Ford Mustang Mach 1 is the most track-focused Mustang yet, and it has officially touched down in South Africa. 

The Ford Mustang Mach 1 is the most track-focused Mustang yet, and it has officially touched down in South Africa. 

As an exclusive limited-edition model, only 90 units are available for the South African market, making the new Mustang Mach 1 a highly sought-after car that pays tribute to the original, iconic 1969 version – but with all the modern design and performance attributes that have helped make the current-generation Mustang the world’s best-selling sports car.

The Mach 1 elevates Mustang to another level in the hearts of performance car fans.

– Doreen Mashinini, General Manager for Marketing at Ford South Africa

The V8-powered Mustang GT delivers exhilarating performance, but a specially calibrated 338kW version of the 5.0-litre unit in the Mach 1 ensures even greater thrills.

Mustang Mach 1 delivers 0-100 km/h acceleration in 4.4 seconds with increased downforce compared with the Mustang GT for enhanced cornering capability and high-speed stability. 

“There’s a reason Mustang is the world’s best-selling sports car, but the Mach 1 elevates Mustang to another level in the hearts of performance car fans,” says Doreen Mashinini, General Manager for Marketing at Ford South Africa. “Road or track, this is the most capable Mustang yet and is more than worthy of carrying the legendary Mach 1 badge.

Mustang Mach 1 TREMEC six-speed manual transmission Ford 10-speed automatic transmission
Power 338kW @ 7 250 r/min
Torque 529Nm @ 4 900 r/min
Acceleration 0‑100 km/h 4.8 seconds 4.4 seconds
Acceleration quarter-mile (400 metres) 13.0 seconds 12.6 seconds
Braking 100-0 km/h 31.8 metres 31.9 metres
Top speed 267 km/h 249 km/h

PRICING

Mustang Mach 1 5.0 V8 6MT R1 182 100 incl. VAT

Mustang Mach 1 5.0 V8 10AT R1 203 800 incl. VAT

All Mustang models come standard with Ford Protect, comprising a four-year/120 000km comprehensive warranty, three-year/unlimited distance roadside assistance and five-year/unlimited km corrosion warranty. A six-year/90 000km service plan is included, with 15 000km service intervals.

Here’s What you Need To Know About The New Land Rover Discovery

vuyi on June 30, 2021

Land Rover has announced the South African debut of the new Discovery. 

Land Rover has announced the South African debut of the new Discovery. The versatile family SUV features an enhanced interior and exterior, and is now smarter and better connected with cutting edge technologies.

Captivating New Looks

The new Discovery delivers a bold exterior evolution with new signature LED headlights and a daytime running light signature set lower into the units.  Animated sweeping front and rear indicators now provide heightened visual sophistication while body-colour front fender vents accentuate the premium SUV’s familiar waistline. 

A revised front bumper now features a wider body-coloured graphic and at the rear, a new Gloss Black panel with the trademark Discovery script is positioned between the tail lights. 

 
New R-Dynamic Model

A new R-Dynamic model brings a more assertive character with a series of unique design elements, including Gloss Black and Shadow Atlas exterior accents on the outside and two-tone leather and contrast seat stitching on the inside. 

R-Dynamic models include Premium LED headlights which produce a colour of light that is closer to daylight, helping drivers distinguish objects more easily and help to reduce driver fatigue. Driving at night or in poor visibility is made easier by Auto High Beam Assist (AHBA) which automatically switches on and headlights and dip for oncoming traffic.

 
Creature Comforts
  1. An optional Hands-free Gesture Tailgate can detect the wave of a foot beneath the rear bumper to open the boot while the Powered Inner Tailgate restrains loose items and doubles as a handy bench. 
  2. Intelligent Seat Fold technology allows customers to effortlessly configure the seating layout using the central touchscreen, while Remote app technology lets customers keep tabs on the fuel status and location of their vehicle and even unlock and lock the doors.
  3. Land Rover’s new second-generation Activity Key is also available and features touchscreen controls, a digital watch and can lock, unlock and start the vehicle as an addition to the conventional fob.
  4. ClearSight Ground View technology, provides drivers with a view of the obscured ground directly beneath the front of the vehicle using the central touchscreen and a combination of forward-facing cameras. The clever feature is the realisation of Land Rover’s futuristic transparent bonnet concept and supports the driver when negotiating steep off-road inclines or hidden urban obstacles.
 
Powertrains and Models

Two new 3.0-litre straight-six Ingenium engines, both petrol and diesel, are introduced with the petrol version featuring 48V Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) technology for enhanced efficiency, performance and smoothness.   This powerful P360 powertrain offers outputs of 265kW and 500Nm, and provides a 0-100km/h time of 6.7 seconds. 

The new D300 six-cylinder Ingenium diesel features lightweight aluminium construction and replaces the previous SD4 and SDV6 diesels. With hefty outputs of 221kW and 650Nm, the D300 can accelerate to 100km/h in 6.8 seconds

The new Discovery is now available in South Africa 

 
Prices:

Discovery D300 S                              R1,452,700

Discovery D300 SE R-Dynamic        R1,561,200

Discovery D300 HSE R-Dynamic     R1,675,900

Discovery P360 S                                 R1,487,600

Discovery P360 SE R-Dynamic         R1,596,100

Discovery P360 HSE R-Dynamic      R1,710,900

* Prices include VAT but exclude CO2 tax

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY: Why it is important to use sunscreen all through winter

vuyi on June 30, 2021

A common misconception is that sun protection should only be used in summer. Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancers and anyone exposed to the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays is at risk – even in winter.

The Skin Cancer Foundation explains that sunlight contains a spectrum of wavelengths, including visible and invisible light. Ultraviolet (UV) light forms part of the invisible spectrum, of which long-wave ultraviolet A (UVA) and short wave ultraviolet B (UVB) reach the earth’s surface.

UVA forms the majority of UV light and contributes to skin aging and the development of skin cancer, as it penetrates deeper into the skin. It has a consistent intensity throughout the day, all year round, and can penetrate both cloud and glass. 

Dr. Jonita van der Walt, a referring dermatologist for Mediclinic Bloemfontein, therefore advises that it’s important to use sunscreen even when you are driving.  UVB light is more intense and leads to redness and sunburn which indicates some degree of DNA damage, which can potentially lead to genetic mutations.

– Photo by The Creative Exchange on Unsplash

Did you know? UV light reduces the immunity in your skin and explains why, for example, some people are prone to getting cold sores on sunburnt areas.

Winter sun: During winter you should still protect your skin from the sun. Clouds don’t stop the penetration of UV light, specifically UVA light. You can get sunburnt on those breezy ‘bright’ days when it doesn’t feel too warm, but if the UV index is high, you’re putting yourself in danger of skin damage.

Slap it on: Tempted to dig out the old bottle of sunscreen you used last summer? Don’t. Sun protection products have an expiry date, as they lose protection factor after six months, so check the date on the packaging.

How you store your sunblock is also important – if the bottle is exposed to the sun, it will expire quicker. Dr. Van der Walt says your sunscreen has definitely expired if it has separated or crystallized, in which case discard it and get new sunscreen. ‘Make sure your sunblock has a high SPF (30+) and covers for both UVA and UVB,’ she adds.

GIVE YOUR SKIN MORE TLC:


Moles See a doctor if you’re prone to moles, have new or changing moles, or if you notice a scab or sore that crusts, bleeds, and won’t heal in four weeks.
Skin screen Book an annual skin screening – but go more frequently if you have a higher risk of skin cancer, or had even one bad sun exposure in your life.
Dry skin Our skin tends to become dryer in winter, especially in areas with a cold, dry climate; and also gets drier as we age. Regularly apply an extra-moisturizing cream, especially if you have a tendency to develop eczema.

Use plain emollients without colorants/fragrances liberally. Emollients with an oil base will moisturize more than water-based ones. For very dry skin a moisturizer that contains urea or lactic acid may be helpful.

Be careful not to use too much soap, especially anti-bacterial soaps or cleansers that contain alcohol, which dries out your skin even more. You can also use an emollient as a soap substitute.

Skin becomes dry when it loses too much water or oil. Anyone can get dry skin, although some people are more prone to it – and environmental or hereditary factors also play a role.  Extremely dry skin can be a warning sign of dermatitis. If you develop a skin rash that does not heal with home-based treatments, consult your doctor or a dermatologist.

First published by of Mediclinic