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Its once again time for our weekly Motoring updates and news - Diesel and Dust, with host Tumelo Maketekete. lets find out what kept the motoring world talking this week; * Mercedes Benz Sprinter Panel Van – efficient and reliable and ticks all the fuel efficiency boxes * Paying for a Bicycle license? The UK now want to impose this on cyclists. What if South Africa want to do the same? * Used Car Prices are falling * Top 10 selling Japanese classic motorcycles since the 1960’s
Interesting week in the motoring world as Suzuki Auto South Africa has confirmed the new Grand Vitara is scheduled to launch locally in the first quarter of 2023. The Japanese firm’s local division showed off its latest SUV at the media day ahead of the 2022 Festival of Motoring at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. The Volvo XC40 sells out in 24hours.
Join Tumelo Maketekete, every Thursday on ebizradio.com for Diesel and Dust, our weekly Motoring Show.
As we fast approach September we are all hoping to get a significant drop in the fuel prices. In the meantime, Tumelo Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust shares the motoring news of the week.
Making motoring news this week: * Toyota opens its Prospecton plant again in Durban after the devastating floods * Mahindra new range of bakkies go on an adventure * Launch of the new Jeep Cherokee L
Review of the week - BMW Transcontinental R18
Cops and corruption – how does it affect you?
South Africa’s Truck Test 2022 was performed like no other global practice to show drivers and companies which ones perform the best. It also provided information on which trucks perform best at specific loads and jobs. The Mercedes-Benz Actros is the most productive truck in South Africa, MAN’s New Truck Generation is the most fuel efficient and the tautliner interlinks on the country’s highways are an astonishing 12% more fuel efficient than they were 10 years ago.
These are among the facts to emerge from Truck Test 2022, a South African event unique on the continent of Africa. In fact, even in highly developed first-world markets, it is rare to find an event similar to South Africa’s Truck Test. That’s because this unique event – organised by FOCUS on Transport & Logistics magazine – pits extra-heavy trucks against each other on the same route and on the same days. This is very important; weather and congestion can make the world of a difference.
Toyota SA opens their new R365 million Parts Warehouse:
- Toyota has doubled the size of its parts warehouse in Johannesburg.
- The facility is now the biggest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.
- The new warehouse will service the entire sub-Saharan Africa with regular parts supply.
Mercedes electric van demand increases - On the 27th of July, Mercedes-Benz Group released their second-quarter results for 2022. Within Mercedes-Benz Vans, over 100,000 vehicles were sold worldwide, exceeding prior-year levels by around 1700 vehicles. Due to sustained demand for premium vans, the adjusted return on sales at Mercedes-Benz Vans was 10.1%. The results are particularly remarkable, as 2022 brought with it many obstacles, including various COVID restrictions, the ongoing semiconductor supply-chain bottlenecks and global turbulence. * Mercedes-Benz Vans sells over 100,000 vehicles worldwide in Q2 * Driven by the eSprinter and eVito, Q2 sees a significant increase in demand for Mercedes-Benz electric vans * Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa aims to introduce exceptional electro-mobility solutions in the near future
Defensive Driving courses – Tumelo spent a few days training drivers in defensive driving at ADA. We highly recommend that all drivers do these courses.
Notices - upcoming ladies only 4x4 event, Road to 2023 Honda Quest, Upcoming Women with Drive event, Mo83's race report
Its official, after more than 2 years behind masks, we are finally able to remove them. What is a massive move towards returning to normal in SA, we see that the motoring industry, too has picked up. Lets catch the latest motoring news with Tumelo Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust. Catch him every Thursday evening at 7.30 on www.ebizradio.com or find the podcast on the website.
Current affairs: * Hino truck plant ramping up post KZN floods * Suzuki Helderberg takes top dealer honors in SA – launch of Suzuki Baleno hatch back to the public * Kia donates Picanto to raise money for children raffle * VW SA builds waste water project x2 at their plant for re-use – * Bridgestone SA gives our youth a boost – Yes4Youth
Driving tips – preparing yourself for winter conditions and driving – MasterDrive – advanced and driver training, shares some key tips with you * Keep windscreen clean – reduces glare * Raise your seats – again helps with glare and lower your visors * Don’t use high gloss dash cleaners – increases glare * Try park your vehicle undercover to reduce possible icing on the windscreens – do not pour hot water on it – warm the car up and let the vents do the slow heating of your windscreens.
Biking – searching for one that is either Shaft or Chain – advantages and disadvantages FOLLOW DIESEL AND DUST
This week saw the launch of the Chery Tiggo 7 and Tumelo Maketekete, host of our motoring show Diesel and Dust was there.
In motoring news this week : podium finish for Suzuki at Simola Hill, new Range Rover and Chery Launch: Tiggo 7 Pro
Advice & Tips - we delve into the finance lingo of purchasing a vehicle or bike
The weather has changed and we are seeing unprecedented rains and flooding in the KwaZulu-Natal region. Please be careful on the roads and check your vehicles before you get in to drive. Be mindful of following distances and please drive with your lights on. This week has been an exciting week in the motoring sector as we see Chery unveiling their new hybrid engines and the long awaited launch of the D-Max Isuzu range.
Motoring Current affairs: * CHERY has confirmed the specifications of the new hybrid systems * ISUZU – launches the new BOLD D-Max bakkie * Blue Light brigade are a danger to SA road users says the AA
In our weekly motoring tip segment Tumelo shares some great tips on driving in the rainy weather and then shares some insights about the upcoming VW Spirit of Amarok event for media.
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The season is changing – remember to drive with your headlights on. In our weekly Motoring show Diesel and Dust, with Tumelo Maketekete we cover what has been happening this week in the motoring segment. * Suzuki SA launches Vitara Brezza S edition – new model launches in SA as both manual and automatic. * The driver’s license expiry debate continues * Adventure bike riding tips – how to distribute your weight whilst riding * Road Safety is your responsibility, your attitude and you wearing seat belts is compulsory, including law officials!
What is the latest news in the motoring sector and what are you as a vehicle purchaser offered?
This week Tumel0 Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust shares the following in our regular Thursday Motoring segment.
Mazda SA – Mazda CX5, distinctly more modern and updated – we explore all the new features.
Suzuki Celerio 2022 launches
Jaguar Land Rover gives batteries a 2nd life
If you had said a few years ago that Suzuki vehicles would be the top sellers in SA you would have be laughed at. Who is laughing now. Suzuki are highly competitive, creating incredible passenger and fleet vehicles and today can celebrate incredible growth in the SA market.
Tumelo Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust every Thursday evening at 19h00 on ebizradio.com delves into the motoring news of the week, followed by an interesting segment of driving without insurance and then moves onto the D.I.Y segment of adjusting gear-link on your Opel station-wagon.
In the news this week: Hyundai opens its 11th library for the SA community, The Africa Race Together (ART) launch Kyalami 9 hour and Suzuki breaks all records in SA
Insurance – for those who think its cool to drive without it – we review an article recently publish on Heels and Horsepower Online Magazine
D.I Y – If you drive an Opel station-wagon and want to know how to adjust your gear-links
2022 Car of the Year finalists announced and what is the difference between warranties, service and maintenance plans. Let’s find out more with Tumelo Maketekete, Diesel and Dust.
Weekly Motoring News: Nissan Magnite exported to 15 global markets, 2022 Car of the Year Finalists announced, VW Caddy launches 5th generation.
Weekly motoring tip - Warranties, service and maintenance plans – What’s the difference
Driving review - How to 4x4
Another interesting week in the motoring industry, from the call by the AA for the current fuel pricing to be reviewed, riding long-distance on the Suzuki DL650 and some great tips on researching before you decide on buying a second hand vehicle.
Join Tumelo Maketekete, host of our weekly motoring show Diesel and Dust as he covers:
Current affairs - AA calls for a review on the current fuel pricing structure; Mercedes EQ, Road fatalities in SA, AUDI SA launches first EV charging connectors in SA.
Upcoming event - Ride for a Limb
In depth review - Suzuki DL650 long ride review (Clarens, FS)
Consumer Tips - Buying a second hand vehicle: how well do you do your research?
We are spending more time outdoors and becoming travelers in our own provinces and the thought of owning a 4x4 is something many are considering. What do you need to look for when you are looking to buying a per-owned 4x4?
Tumelo Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust shares:
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Motoring news around electric cars and their battery life
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What to look for when buying a per-owned 4x4.
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Tips to keeping our trailers in good form and what to do when you park them for a period of time.
Tumelo Maketekete takes us through another week of some interesting motoring news. Join his every Thursday at 7 p.m or listen the podcast anytime your want to.
This week Tumelo takes us to the launch of the new BAIC B40, he gives some great advice on buying a second-hand vehicle and we find out more about the BMW R18
Sharing the latest in the motoring world is our resident "petrol/diesel head" - Tumelo Maketekete. Weekly he will bring you the latest news and reviews.
Catch Diesel and Dust every Thursday at 19h00 on eBiz Radio and SA Commuter Radio every Tuesday at 15h00.
In this weeks show:
- Tumelo chats to Thabiso Phiri, owner of Titan Bikes and his racing champ boys The Phiri Brothers
- We get some great advice and tips on Tyre care
- A review of the new Nissan Navara
Connect with Tumelo directly: Facebook / Twitter tumelo.maketekete / Instagram @offroaddonkey