Stellantis has owned Alfa Romeo since 16th January 2021, when Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles merged with French automaker Peugeot. The company also controls the brands of Abarth, Chrysler, Citroen, Dodge, DS Automobiles,…
I was listening to an Australian journalist who was discussing trends in the used car market in AU. One would think that they would not be very different to the…
The Eiffel Tower at Little Paris. Image © Jacqui Ikin. Our incredibly beautiful and diverse country lends itself to road trips of the most delightful kind. Wherever you are based,…
A friend popped past to borrow my roll of spanners as well as my tool roll ( screwdrivers and miscellaneous ). I have not used the toolbox for years not…
Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II (2002). Never before have there been so many models and makes of vehicles. Yet, amongst them all, are some brands which stand out – both iconic…
Around dinner we discussed what are the things that are essential for an adventure trip, a friend opened the packing system in his “bakkie” and it was a total overkill.…
Photo: Victor Eleuterio Costa As the dawn breaks on this Women’s Day, I sit and quietly contemplate our role in this world. And I realise that it is those who…
I was waved over by a lady en route to my house, she was unable to start her car after having been at a local coffee shop. The problem turned…
In the final column on our group’s exploration of India and Nepal, we detail their last few days in this fascinating region. The culmination of the trip finally arrived in…
Walking is a great form of exercise and is highly therapeutic. I recently tripped over my cat in the dark and damaged an old injury sustained whilst in the police.…
In the eastern corner of the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal, about 13 kilometres from the capital city, you will find the gem known as Bhaktapur. It is the smallest city…
Swayambhu is an ancient religious temple complex atop a hill in the Kathmandu Valley, west of the city. A large number of Buddhists and Hindus alike visit Swayambhu throughout the…