How is a fuel price increase likely to affect South African citizens? George brings those details, along with the five best cars built locally, how cars of the future could help prevent the spread of diseases, and self-braking shopping carts. He wraps up with an analysis of whether or not gated communities should be able to regulate their own speed limits. Powered by AutoTrader.
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A flaw in some Ford models' door locking mechanism has caused a social media stir. The team debates whether the production of diesel engines is cleaner than diesel car production. A look into the fuel price hike in May. Which bakkies in South Africa have the best resale value? What is the best seating plan to keep your kids safe in a hijacking? In F1, we unpack flying manholes and the results of the 2019 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Plus a breakdown on what happened at the 2019 Auto Shanghai motor show, and a look into what engine noise is the best for your electric vehicle. Powered by AutoTrader.
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You've probably heard by now that hot cross buns can fool South African breathalysers into thinking you’re drunk, so George unpacks what this is all about. He also discusses the one-of-a-kind tribute Land Rover has created to the Springbok team, ahead of this year’s Rugby World Cup, and the "exploding" Tesla controversy in China. Lastly, want to impress your friends with some cool car facts this weekend? George also has you covered on that front too. Powered by AutoTrader.
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The team unpack a whole host of hot motoring content. AARTO has been implemented, and a new breathalyser has been approved for instant roadside prosecutions. Mini goes automatic, a full F1 recap, the new Jaguar recycling programme, plus reviews of the new Toyota Rav and the Mitsubishi Triton. Powered by AutoTrader.
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Desiré Wilson, the first and only woman to win a F1 race, is South African! George congratulates her before touching on the ousted Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn's fourth arrest, Volvo planning on limiting its cars to a maximum speed of 180km, bomb-proof G Wagons, and so much more. Powered by AutoTrader.
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Mercedes were the big winners at the AutoTrader South Africa Car of the Year Awards. Their A-Class picked up top honours with the marketing manager for the brand, Mayur Bhana, joining George Mienie in studio to discuss this. The pair also share some thoughts on the future of motoring with Gareth, and how software and customisation of cars will continue to gain importance in everyday motoring. Powered by AutoTrader.
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It’s official - Sanral will not pursue e-toll debt! We discuss the new difficulties faced by firefighters in extinguishing electric vehicles. JMPD has made a hotline to report bad drivers. We look into another increase in fuel prices from 3 April. Who should (or shouldn’t) be allowed to drive your car? #LoadShedding - what if there's no power to charge my car? In F1, we break down the craziness of the 2019 Bahrain Grand Prix. Plus we look into the The AutoTrader South African Car of the Year Awards, live streaming on 4 April 2019 on YouTube... plus a review of the Subaru WRX ES Premium. Powered by AutoTrader.
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The AutoTrader South Africa Car of the Year is getting announced next week, and it will be live streamed. Solar streets in Japan, Tesla are giving away a Tesla to find bugs in their system, electric car fire risks and extreme parallel parking plus other odd motoring world records.
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What happens when Porsche designs luxury apartments? Workers in the SA automotive sector must have a stake. The 8th generation VW Golf has been delayed until 2020. How two brothers' road trip turned into a 12-hour border standoff. In F1, we unpack the results from the 2019 Australian Grand Prix. Plus, a look at roadside shootings: what should you do? We also review the new BMW 3 Series, as it returns to class dominance! Powered by AutoTrader.
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George Mienie observed the track testing of the 2019 AutoTrader South Africa Car of the Year Awards, and was hugely impressed with everything on show. Toyota are doing interesting things with fragrance and tear gas. Ford are upping the entertainment in their cars, and the F1 season kicks off with Ferrari desperate to be competitive.
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