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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.
Fake Fuel Hacks............NO, cola, toothpaste or dishwasher tablets do note save you fuel, but will damage your engine. Another interesting week in the Motoring world in SA.
Join, Diesel and Dust, host Tumelo Maketekete and lets see what made news in the motoring segment this week, from new launches to latest car sales;
In our current affairs this week: Mahindra XUV700 Scorpio-N; Suzuki hits an all-time record, Fake fuel hacks, Are we possibly the worst drivers and Road to Honda Quest 2023
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
Finally figured out why fuel stations have those huge white rolls of paper; so you can wipe your tears away when you put in fuel. Another tough week as be battle fuel prices, ongoing load-shedding, but on the positive side in the new market segment there were some really great vehicles launches.
Join Tumelo Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust every Thursday at 7 pm on ebizradio.com to find the the latest news and vehicle reviews, with some handy D.I.Y tips as well.
Current affairs this week: Suzuki Auto SA reveals the new Ertiga, launching in our market and Toyota reveal the new Crown.
In our D.I.Y section we find out how we can change our own fan belt and then go on a journey to discover the of Triumph Motorcycles.
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
Tumelo Maketekete reviews the motoring news this week. You can catch him every week on www.ebizradio.com for his weekly Motoring Show - Diesel and Dust.
In current affairs this week: * Opel launches their new Mokka in SA * Racing - update on the VW racing team * Spirit of Amarok 4x4 challenge * Gripmax tyres
As prices continue to soar, we really need to plan our trips carefully and use your vehicles only if you only have to. Another interesting week in the motoring and biking world. Lets find out more with Tumelo Maketekete of Diesel and Dust.
In Current affairs this week; * How to avoid holiday fatigue * Mercedes Benz GLB SUV * The real cost of keeping your car on the road
In review – this week I did a test drive on the BMW 1250RT Sport
General motoring tips - Women and roadside assistance
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!
We are all seeing the memes going around with people just window shopping at a fuel pump, yet the motoring world and market continues to grow. This week Tumelo Maketekete, host of Diesel and Dust takes a look at what’s happening in the motoring world this week.
Lets take a listen to motoring news, reviews and events for the week ending 31 March 2022. On the show; * Hyundai new Grand Creta launches with 2 extra seats * AARTO - Court rules unconstitutional * Adventure Biking with Honda – We spend some time at the Honda Adventure day hosted a few days ago and find out more about training days, how to pick up your bike when you have fallen off it. We also hear from Honda SA directly as to what they offer in the off-road adventure biking scene * Diesel or Petrol? You in the market for a new or pre-owned car, which one do you choose – diesel or petrol. The first question is, what will you be using it for? We look at benefits/down-sides of both.
This week in our motoring show we bring you the results of the Electric Vehicles (EV) road test. We see 3 vehicles goes head to head and unpack the results.
In our weekly car review we take a look at the Renault Kiger and in our motoring tips we take you through how to check and adjust your driving beams to the correct range.
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?
An interesting week in the world of motoring, from AARTO updates, new Chery launch and a great motor-cycle review.
Join Tumelo Maketekete host of Diesel and Dust weekly on ebizradio.com. This week in review;
Industry updates - What's happening with AARTO and updated vehicle sales
Motoring vehicle news - Chery launches the Chery Tiggo 8
Motoring tip - How to care for your battery
Review - Suzuki V-Strong DL-650