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09-05-2025
- Business
- Buzz Feed
Stylish Office Upgrades For Less: FlexiSpot Sale
Let's face it, Mondays aren't most people's favourite day of the week, but if your home office is due an upgrade, then we bring you good news. Yes, that is us right now. What is this good news, we hear you cry. Well, one of our fave furniture stores FlexiSpot is having a sale so you can give your home office a lil' refresh for less. There's a whole host of savings to be had too, from reductions on some of the brand's most popular products to a chance to win your order! If you've never shopped at FlexiSpot (where have you been?!) then it's home to plenty of stylish, comfy, and practical home buys including everything from standing desks and ergonomic chairs to sofas, storage, and even exercise equipment! I mean 😍 The best bit? There's now a brand sale live, and it includes the company's super popular premium E7 Plus four leg standing desk that boasts a £170 discount. Let us tell you why we've got our beady little eyes on this beauty... Some of our fave features of this fancy table include an adjustable height range of 66cm to 131cm, plus an extendable frame design that allows you to work alone or collaboratively. Boasting four height presets and a charging port, it's the fanciest desk we've ever the *ahem* messy people among us, there's also space to add clever cable trunking under the desk to hide away those pesky wires. Available in multiple desktop colours, this nifty work station can also be customised to fit with your £379.99 (originally £549.99) as part of the brand sale. Deal available from 9th-20th May. There's also £120 off the brand's BS8 back support office chair during the early bird sale. Specially designed in an 'S' shape to conform to the natural curvature of the spine, it's also made from practical temperature-sensitive velvet mesh, oooh! nine level adjustable backrest is ideal for seeing you through all the positions you'll inevitably adopt during those meetings that could have been £179.99 (originally £299.99). As if that wasn't enough, to celebrate the brand's conception in May 2016, they're also running a host of deals from May 12th-20th. The discounts are tiered, but hurry because the quicker you buy the more you save! Included is the E7 Pro standing desk that's been built with stability in mind. This desk features a 160kg load capacity to store your essentials and the advanced dual motors allow for a quiet and smooth working experience. Be at the checkout at 11am on 12th May to be in with a chance of snapping it up for half price!Price: £224.99 (originally £449.00) using the maximum 50% off code UK1P7E. You can also use codes UK2E7P for £130 off, UK3E7P for £100 off, and UK4E7P for £70 can also snap up the BS14 ergonomic chair for less, but we don't think these deals will be around for long! One of our fave buys is the C7 ergonomic chair which will also be available for up to 50% off (depending on when you checkout) from 3pm on 21st May-June 3rd, alongside the E9 standing desk. If you're also after one, it's time to get practising super fast clicks because the discount on this super comfy chair starts at 50% off and the savings drop down as each tier's availability is gone. Why do we love it you might ask? Well, the chair's clever lumbar support cushion detects subtle changes in your body posture and adjusts automatically keeping you comfy and supported throughout the day. Price: £179.99 (originally £359.99) with the maximum discount of 50% off using code UK1C7. You can also use codes UK2C7 for £120 off, UK3C7 for £100 off, and UK4C7 for £80 off. Fancy paying nothing?! Yes you did hear that right, the first ten people to place an order when the sale goes live on May 12th or 21st at midnight could win their entire order (up to the value of £1000) for free. There's no code needed for this one, just a super speedy checkout! 🎉 Can't decide? We don't blame you! Fear not though, because if you need a little more time to mull over your new purchase, there's also 8% off everything at FlexiSpot from May 26th-June 3rd using the code FSUK08. 🎉 Shop the FlexiSpot brand sale here now and thank us later!
NZ Autocar
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Driving the 2025 Omoda C7 PHEV from Shanghai to Wuhu
Driving a 2025 Omoda C7 PHEV from Shanghai to Wuhu was a test of the vehicle and the mettle of motoring journalists from nine countries, who were challenged to equal or better the car's claimed range of 1200km. I was joined by expatriate Australian, Stuart Masson, The Car Expert UK editorial director in the #4 Team Australia car, with Omoda Jaecoo product manager Alaric Wang and Omoda Jaecoo UK PR representative Hannah Burgess. Following the Auto Shanghai show, the Omoda brand gathered the teams at the historic Shanghai Glass Museum on the outskirts of the city for the official start of the endurance marathon. To ensure there was no cheating, the Omoda staff asked the journalists to officially seal both the fuel filler flap and the EV port flap with some ceremonial tape. The two-day endurance marathon saw the teams challenged by torrential weather, miscreant motorists and pedestrians and some very dodgy truck driving on local roads. However, the standard of driving on the tolled, high-speed highways was far superior. The #4 car left Shanghai with 59km on the odometer, 97 per cent battery charge and the distance to empty reading 1109km. From Shanghai, the drive route headed through Hangzhou and onto Qiandao Lake on day one, then onto Xuancheng and finally Wuhu. The car arrived in Wuhu with 822km on the odometer, 19km of battery range and 414km distance to empty for a range total of 1177km. A team from Brazil won the Omoda C7 endurance challenge with a total driving range of 1457km, while a team from Italy scored the worst result with a total driving range of 1119km. Read more Omoda 7 PHEV another crossover with huge weekend range After the event concluded, the nine teams were greeted at Omoda Jaecoo headquarters by the brand's chief executive Mr Shawn Xu. Xu thanked the media for their efforts and confirmed that the Omoda Jaecoo brand will continue to develop its super hybrid technology to bring yet more fuel-efficient vehicles to export markets. Omoda C7 PHEV facts and figures At 4.6 metres long with a 2700mm wheelbase, the mid-size Omoda 7 PHEV offers comfortable seating for four people, and rear legroom that is usually found in much larger vehicles. The boot will accommodate two full-size and two carry-on-sized suitcases. The #4 Team Australia car offered a similar level of interior comfort and specification as the Jaecoo J7 SHS Summit, which NZ Autocar recently drove in Australia. The uniquely quartic-shaped steering wheel and seats were finished in a light grey leather-like upholstery, and the full-length sunroof is likely to be offered on export vehicles. A positive note about the C7 is that it is one of the few cars where the head-up display is visible through prescription polarised sunglasses. Two unique party tricks exclusive to the C7 were the ability of the central screen to move across the dashboard and park itself directly across from the front seat passenger. The other was the climate control system's ability to ionise the air quality and also allow the choice of three fragrances for the cabin. The Omoda C7 uses the same 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain as the Jaecoo J7 PHEV, with the manufacturer claiming outputs of 105kW/215Nm for the Miller Cycle petrol engine and 150kW/310Nm for the electric motor. Combined output is reputedly 258kW/524Nm. In hybrid mode, the two units work in unison to deliver a total claimed driving range of 1200km. Power is sent to the front wheels via a single-speed Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT). The powertrain offers various driving modes including pure electric, series, parallel and energy recovery. Ordinarily, it allows drivers to enjoy pure electric operation at low speeds and is ideal for city commutes under 40km/h while providing efficient fuel performance at speeds above 80km/h. Travelling up to 90km on a charge, the Lithium Iron Phosphate battery has a capacity of 18.3kWh and can be charged from 30-80 per cent at up to 40kW on a DC fast charger in 20 minutes. Above 30 per cent charge, the C7 can run as a pure EV up to speeds of 120km/h. Omoda C7 PHEV driving impressions Much like its sibling the Jaecoo J7 PHEV, the Omoda 7 is quiet and powerful and sits solidly on the road, with excellent steering response and strong brakes. At the legal limit of 120km/h on the Chinese highways, it felt composed and quiet. Even when torrential rain hit on the first day's run between Shanghai and Quindao Lake, the C7 didn't flinch, it just kept calm and carried on. The high-quality interior impressed with its fit and finish, and the overall build quality of the car was excellent for what we understood was a pre-production vehicle. It augurs well for the future of the brand here. The Omoda C7 PHEV is expected to land in New Zealand in the first quarter of 2026, but final specifications and prices are yet to be confirmed.
The Citizen
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Omoda C7: First drive impressions of the SA-bound hybrid
During recent travels to China as part of a showcase by Omoda and Jaecoo for the Shanghai Auto Show, Car Mag were also afforded the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the South African-bound Omoda C7. Here is what Siya Mbaduli thinks of the SUV! Looking for a new or used vehicle? Find it here with CARmag! What are we driving? The Omoda C7 is a compact SUV produced by Chery under its export-focused Omoda brand. First unveiled globally in April 2024, it is positioned between the Omoda C5 and the upcoming Omoda C9 in terms of size. Unlike previous Omoda badged offerings, the C7 is the first original product designed specifically for Omoda, whereas earlier models were shared with Chery's main line-up. The most striking aspect of the C7 is its futuristic design, which was the prevalent theme throughout the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show. At the front, a frameless X-shaped grille and slim LED daytime running lights give it a high-tech, almost concept-like appearance. The sculpted sides, featuring flush door handles and sharp creases, add a touch of premium European flair. At the rear, full-width thunderbolt LED taillamps and a subtle roof spoiler complete the cohesive design. The C7 also rides on 19-inch two-tone alloy wheels. Positioned as a sport oriented SUV, the Omoda C7 measures 4 621mm in length, 1 872mm in width, and 1 673mm in height, with a claimed wheelbase of 2 700mm. Inside, the C7 sets itself apart from more budget-friendly competitors. A 15.6-inch sliding infotainment screen dominates the dashboard, complemented by a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster that provides driver information. The cabin features soft-touch materials throughout, with quilted leather seats, ambient lighting, and refined panel finishes that underline its upmarket ambitions. From the brief time spent inside, Omoda has managed to provide ample space for both rows, offering sufficient headroom and legroom even for taller passengers. What is the Omoda C7 SHS like to drive? Unable to legally drive on Chinese roads, we spent a brief period behind the wheel of the Omoda C7, which was fitted with the brand's new plug-in hybrid powertrain. This setup, also found in the recently revealed Jaecoo J7 SHS (tested by CAR), pairs a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an 18.3kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery pack. Combined, the system delivers an impressive peak output of 255kW and 525Nm of torque. While final specifications for South Africa are yet to be confirmed, we expect the local model to feature this same powertrain. On the road, the system feels well-calibrated and impressively smooth, with EV mode being the standout, offering up to 90km of zero-emission driving. Related:Review: Jaecoo J7 SHS (PHEV) From behind the wheel, the C7 offers a composed and comfortable driving experience. The steering is light yet precise, and during a brief slalom test, the vehicle responded confidently with minimal body roll. The weight distribution also appeared well balanced, helping the C7 maintain poise through quick directional changes. The C7 is expected to launch in South Africa in six months with a full suite of advanced safety features. These include adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, autonomous emergency braking, and a 360-degree camera system. Higher-spec models will also offer wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless charging, and a premium 14-speaker Sony audio system. What are the Omoda C7 SHS's Rivals? The Omoda C7's length (4 621mm) and wheelbase (2 700mm) place it in a similar size category to the popular Toyota RAV4 which is a well-established player in the sphere. Its hybrid powertrain option further cements itself as a chief rival to this newcomer and the C7 will need to compete on price to draw buyers away from the RAV4. The Toyota RAV4 Hybrid range in South Africa starts from approximately R705 600 for the 2.0 GX-R AWD model and goes up to around R841 600 for the 2.5 Hybrid VX E-Four. Another strong contender in the mid-size SUV segment is the Kia Sportage. A frequent contender in the CAR Magazine Top 12 Best Buys awards, it has become revered for good value for money and an impressively long warranty, which the Omoda C7 will need to address. The entry-level 1.6 CRDi LX Sportage kicks things off at R662 995, and the top-spec 1.6T-GDi GT Line S model costs R823 995 Keeping it within China's borders, the C7 will likely steal some of the spotlight against the now ageing Haval H6. Despite being a strong contender with a hybrid powertrain which produces a combined output of 179kW and 530Nm of torque, it has still remained a niche choice for buyers shopping for a mainstream SUV. South African pricing for the Haval H6 HEV starts at approximately R679 950. Its competitive pricing for a hybrid SUV with significant power makes it a direct rival to the Omoda C7 PHEV. What will the Omoda C7 SHS cost? Simply put; we don't know yet. The vehicle is set to arrive in South Africa, but other than the drive and the technical details shared by Omoda officials, pricing has remained under wraps. We expect that the Chinese automaker is combing the market to determine which price point will make this hybrid model most appealing to local buyers, and we'd expect it to come in anywhere from R700 000 to potentially just over R800 000. Any standard ICE-powered models would logically undercut this. Verdict A full road test and more time behind the wheel of the Omoda C7 would have been ideal to uncover finer details that may have been missed during the short drive, but what did stand out, however, is that Omoda C7 may be the most important statement of intent for the Chinese automaker. In typical modern Chinese fashion, it boasts striking looks, a premium-feeling cabin, and the arrival of the efficient hybrid powertrain should make it resonate with many buyers if priced competitively. Looking for a new or used car? Find it here with CARmag! The post Review: Omoda C7 SHS appeared first on CAR Magazine.
