The AutoTrader Podcast

Latest Industry News & Renault Clio RS review

This week the team unpacks the latest industry news, review the Renault Clio RS, and launch their awesome competition to win a full day AMG Driving Experience. Powered by AutoTrader.

30 Oct 2017 1 hour

Electric Cars & How to Handle Flooded Roads

Lots of motoring news from around the world, including a blue light crash, how to handle flooded roads, and Nissan Japan suspected of having forged inspection documents. Also get your latest MotoGP and F1 news in the motorsport feature, Burning Rubber… and a review of the Suzuki Ignis. Plus find…

16 Oct 2017 56 min

Car of The Year '18 top 10

The #AutoCentral team review the latest motoring news and have a weekly F1 update. They take a look at the COTY2018 (Car of The Year 2018) top 10 and then discuss the recent Toyota and Mazda partnership in tech talk. Brought to you by AutoTrader.

2 Oct 2017 58 min

COTY, BOTY & the new Demerit System

The team looks at the new AARTO driver demerit system. They also check out the Car of the Year (COTY) 2018 semi-finalists, plus the 2017 Pirelli SA Bike of the Year. And in the tech feature - five of the most innovative self-driving and electric car designs revealed at Frankfurt…

18 Sep 2017 58 min

SA Motoring Experience & Flying Cars

The team recaps all the festivities from the SA Motoring Experience. They also review the new VW Amarok, and chat about flying cars... as well as the usual news from the world of motoring.

4 Sep 2017 56 min

Motorcycles & Bike Scams

In this week's show we host Craig Langton, owner and dealer principal from Fire it Up motorcycles and get an update on the bike market in SA. We unpack some of the scams happening on our shores with second hand bike sales. Chad reviews the new Nissan Navara, and the…

21 Aug 2017 56 min

UK car ban, Tesla Model 3 & the 2017 Motoring Experience

The team discusses the UK ban on petrol and diesel car sales in 2040, and they review the Peugeot 3008. They also unpack all the details around the 2017 Motoring Experience (SA Festival of Motoring) with in-studio guest Konstantin von Vieregge, CEO - Messa Frankfurt. Plus an in-depth look at…

7 Aug 2017 55 min

Fiat Tipo, Uber vs Taxis, e-Tolls & more Recalls

We review all that happened in the world of motoring from last week... Mazda and Daimler model recalls, Uber vs Metered Taxis and the competition commission. We also look at the cost of e-Tolls and the 1.3 million unpaid invoices that are still outstanding. Then we discuss the first Tesla…

24 Jul 2017 56 min

Going Electric & The 4 Squares of Car Buying

On the show this week - Volvo to go all electric by 2019, Opel confirm their updated Corsa line up for SA, and the team unpacks the 4 squares of buying a car. In Auto Torque they look into our traffic fine system and give you advice on how to…

10 Jul 2017 55 min

Vehicle Scams

This week the AutoCentral team reviews some of the major stories that made the motoring news headlines. They take a look at the risk associated with vehicle scams and how AutoTrader has created their AutoTrader Marketplace product offering to ensure a safe environment for private buyers and sellers. They review…

26 Jun 2017 54 min

WeBuyCars

The team is joined by Dirk and Fanie from WeBuyCars.co.za. They discuss what impact autonomous vehicles will have on the future of our motor industry and how consumer behaviour will adapt and change. They review the Toyota C-HR and discuss the use of dash cams in our cars. Chad also…

12 Jun 2017 54 min

CrashDetech, SA Bike Fest & more

Join the team today for a fun-filled, action packed show. We interview the CEO and Founder of CrashDetech, Jaco Gerrits. Wilmarie and Ty do a full review of the SA Bike Fest from the weekend, George gives us his views on GM leaving SA and so much more…

29 May 2017 55 min

Bike Fest & JRA app

With the help of in-studio guests Seipei Mashugane - aka 'Biker Queen' - and Stephen Watson, the team discuss everything that will be on offer at South Africa Bike Fest 2017. Lawrence reviews the new Honda BRV 1.5 Elegance and then they chat about the state of our roads and…

15 May 2017 51 min

#ByeByePrint #HelloDigital

#ByeByePrint #HelloDigital, the end of the AutoTrader magazine and becoming a digital first business. Bamboo in cars... is this the future? Find our more about the VW Up! in our review, and in Tech Talk we look at Uber's plans to have a fleet of flying cars on the road…

1 May 2017 48 min

Anti-Speeding campaign & Junk Status

The team discusses a recent campaign to curb speeding in Tshwane by the Metro police. They also look at how to drive in different weather conditions and what Junk status means for motorists in SA. The Mazda BT 50 is put up against the Mitsubishi Triton in a head to…

17 Apr 2017 56 min

We're Back!

They are back and bigger than ever! Join the team as they take a look at the recent car of the year - WesBankCOTY2017 winner and finalist criteria. They look at the upcoming SA bike fest and review a new product from AutoTrader - AutoTraderMarketplace. Chad gives the first drive…

10 Apr 2017 58 min

Travelling on the Wild Side

Ever had your vehicle attacked by a wild animal? The team discuss travelling on the wilder side of South African roads. They also unpack the pros of Hybrid vehicles. The review this week is on the New Suzuki Grand Vitara and in tech the guys discuss adaptive cruise control.

28 Nov 2016 54 min

Gearing up for December!

The team looks at what’s going down on the local motoring industry front. Gearing up for the December rush, what's the best time to leave for your vacation? They also review the New Kia Sportage... and in tech they look at a new e-scooter.

21 Nov 2016 49 min

What Will Trump Drive?

With the recent changing of the guard in the US presidency, the team tries to figure out what DT will drive. They also look at what goes into building a vehicle for the Head of State. They also review the Renault Kadjar EDC, and look at the recent Ford and…

14 Nov 2016 53 min

Road Tripping 101

If you're planning a road trip then don't miss this show! The team look at roads, routes, hints and tips. They also review the new Suzuki Baleno GLX, and in Tech they look at road tripping apps that will amp your travels.

7 Nov 2016 53 min