Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer

Thomas Falkiner has been driving and writing about cars since 2008. He serves TimesLIVE Motoring, Sunday Times Lifestyle, Edit Man and S-Mag.

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
LONG-TERM UPDATE 2 | Our Suzuki Jimny gets its boots dirty with Jimny Drive

Shortly after taking delivery of our long-term Suzuki Jimny 1.5 GLX MT five-door I decided to go in search of training.

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
TimesLIVE to tame Simola Hillclimb in a Suzuki Swift Sport

Thomas Falkiner looks forward to racing up a big hill in Suzuki's snappy little hot-hatch.

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
LONG-TERM UPDATE 1 | Suzuki Jimny 1.5 GLX five-door joins our fleet

The latest and most practical version of Suzuki's popular off-roader has entered our long-term test fleet. Thomas Falkiner is looking forward to the ...

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
REVIEW | Ford Everest Wildtrak offers V6 punch, but at a price

A premium price tag and increased thirst leave Thomas Falkiner in two minds about this potent multi-cylinder Everest model

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
REVIEW | Why the Volvo XC40 Recharge is a joule of an EV

At the end of last year I got to have a go in the Volvo C40 Recharge: an electric crossover SUV merging dapper, coupé-inspired styling with ...

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
New Aston Martin Vantage delivers more power, sharper chassis

Aston Martin on Monday unveiled its new and much improved Vantage coupé.

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
New Audi RS 6 Avant GT pays homage to an IMSA-GTO legend

Limited to 660 examples worldwide, this four-ringed flyer is instantly recognisable thanks to its striking exterior livery that references the 90 ...

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
LONG-TERM UPDATE 9 | Looking back at 5,000km spent with our Ford Mustang GT CS

I am sad to report my carport is empty. After four months and exactly 5,414km the roisterous 'Lucid Red' Mustang GT California Special has returned ...

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
What the new Range Rover Velar and Evoque cost in South Africa

Jaguar Land Rover South Africa announced on Monday the new Range Rover Velar and Evoque models are available to order.

Thomas Falkiner Motoring writer
LONG-TERM UPDATE 8 | Leaking gasket stops play, but thankfully an easy fix

A leaking engine gasket puts our Mustang GT California Special out of action and into the hands of Rola Ford Robertson.

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