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The AutoTrader Podcast

Industry leader AutoTrader has joined forces with pioneering digital content hub CliffCentral to bring you The AutoTrader Podcast – an expert motoring infotainment show. Get behind the wheel with the team for all things motoring, from the more affordable to the most desirable cars, bikes, 4x4s and more.
Weekly English South Africa Automotive · Technology
611 Episodes
220 – 240

Should you Buy a Used Supercar?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi examine the wisdom of buying a bargain-priced used exotic car, and highlight the potential benefits and pitfalls of owning one. Martin Pretorius enters the chat to review the updated Suzuki Swift GLX, and finally, the team answer…
19 Jul 2021 35 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: That New Car Smell

George Mienie is back! He shares the latest motoring news, which includes it now being illegal for you to buy petrol in a container, the poleholes getting fixed, and how some people don’t like the new car smell.
16 Jul 2021 14 min

The ‘SA Icons’ episode & reviewing the BMW 330is

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, our anchor George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi unpack the iconic and exclusively South African cars and explain how they drifted into our hearts. Martin Pretorius joins the team to review the unique BMW 330is edition, and to see if it honours…
5 Jul 2021 35 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Flying Cars... Coming Soon?

Science fiction is now a reality as a flying car completes its first ever 35-minute flight! George Mienie also shares his thoughts when it comes to the tax industry refusing to adhere to the new demerit system.
2 Jul 2021 16 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Can you Trust the Military?

George Mienie is back to give us the latest motoring news which includes a couple of soldiers who have been accused of aiding a vehicle theft syndicate to smuggle vehicles across the border, and how a bear was committing car break-ins.
25 Jun 2021 6 min

What Makes a Car Fun to Drive?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack the reasons why they believe that cars are fun. They also elaborate on some of the challenges of EV ownership, from an owner’s point of view. The team then answers your motoring questions as posed on…
21 Jun 2021 32 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Florida Does it Again

Once again Florida makes its way into the headlines as a Florida man hops onto a scooter to chase after his stolen Lamborghini. Russia is incentivising its citizens to get vaccinated by giving away some cars. On a bit of a side note, George Mienie shares his thoughts on crying…
18 Jun 2021 18 min

Living with an EV in SA & Debunking EV myths

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, our anchor George Mienie and Wandile Sishi explore the realities of living with an electric vehicle in South Africa. Wandi steps into the driver’s seat and asks George all the EV questions you may have had. They also dispel some popular EV…
14 Jun 2021 34 min

How to get the Best Price when Selling your Car

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi reveal the secrets for getting the best price when selling your car, Lawrence Minnie then enters the chat to review the all-new Hyundai i20... but is it the new Polo Killer? The team then answers your…
7 Jun 2021 34 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Goodbye Fossil Fuel

George Mienie might be completely done with driving fossil fuel vehicles as electric ones seem to have stolen his heart. The team have discussions about SUVs, Pope Francis being poised to get his first electric popemobile and a whole lot more.
4 Jun 2021 15 min

How SUVs Conquered the Road & How to Return a Faulty Car

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi track the growth of the SUV market segment, and look at the wider impact of these vehicles on the environment. Chad Lückhoff joins the conversation to review the blistering new Mercedes-AMG GLE63 S Coupé... and finally,…
31 May 2021 28 min

Is 2021 the Year to Buy a Car?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi explore the reasons why 2021 may be the perfect year to buy a new car. Chad Lückhoff joins the conversation to review South Africa’s cheapest new 'car': the polarising Bajaj Qute. Finally, the team answers the…
24 May 2021 37 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse

George Mienie is driving yet another electric car that he describes as a lower end Porsche. Good news is that the South African government is looking to reduce electric car taxes. If you ever find yourself in a zombie apocalypse, George shares the perfect cars you could drive to survive.
21 May 2021 21 min

The Volvo Episode: An inside look at the renowned company’s past, present & future

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, anchor George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi welcome Greg Maruszewski, Managing Director of Volvo Car South Africa, to the studio. Together, they unpack how this top motor manufacturer is preparing for the future by building on its long tradition of innovation. They…
17 May 2021 29 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Talking Tyres

Corruption isn’t only a South African issue as a Florida man has been charged with fraud for using COVID-19 relief funds to purchase, among other things, a Lamborghini. We can all agree that there are too many potholes on the roads, and George Mienie shares how one insurance company is…
14 May 2021 17 min

Is the hatchback dying?

On this week’s #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi predict whether the humble hatchback has a future in South Africa. Motoring journalist Martin Pretorius joins the conversation to review the brand new Opel Corsa. Finally, the team answers your pressing motoring questions in our Ask AutoTrader…
10 May 2021 29 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Increase in Car Prices

George Mienie joins the team with an update of the latest motoring stories. The South African car industry faces a challenging 2021, with new vehicle prices continuing to climb well above the inflation rate. And Leigh-Ann tries to explain some complicated parallel parking invention…
7 May 2021 14 min

Is the market share growth of EVs sustainable & 2021 Porsche Taycan reviewed

This week on #AutoCentral, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi investigate the market share growth of electric vehicles (EVs). Is the rising popularity of EVs destined to always be high, or is it just a fad? Motoring journalist Sean Nurse then joins the crew to review…
3 May 2021 38 min

#AutoCentral Power Pod: Why the Colour of your Car Matters

We find out why the colour of your car influences the amount of insurance you pay for it. George Mienie has been given an electric Porsche to test drive and he tells us all about his experience. He also explains to Siya what torque is.
30 Apr 2021 15 min
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