The AutoTrader Podcast

#AutoCentral - Two Stroke Motorcycles in SA

With the discontinuation of two stroke motorcycles worldwide, Philip de Grunchy decided to help ‘find’ all the two strokes in South Africa and give them some platforms where they can enjoy them legally again, or display them for the world to see. The team chats to this father and grandfather…

15 Jun 2016 51 min

#AutoCentral - Student Village Insights

Kwanele Nomoyi is a guest on the show from Student Village, which has a motoring survey to determine how young people choose the cars they buy. The team finds out what role parents play in their children's purchasing decision. What do these new entrants know about finance and insurance, and…

8 Jun 2016 19 min

#AutoCentral - Odometers & Car Survival Kits

How was the odometer invented? Find out how Toyota will spend its R6.1million investment in SA. What are the 10 things you should always have in your Car Survival Kit? The SA fuel price is set for a BIG increase… and the team reviews the 2016 Chevrolet Captiva 2.2D LT.

1 Jun 2016 54 min

#AutoCentral - Hi-jack Prevention

With hi-jacking still on the rise in SA, it’s clear that this is still a serious issue for anyone who travels on the road. In the event of such an incident do we know the right way to react? Tyrone Woods and Siya Sangweni-Fynn look back on a previously recorded…

25 May 2016 46 min

#AutoCentral - All About Bikes!

CEO of RAD, Dave Griffin, joins the team to chat about interesting trends in the adventure/motorcycle industry. Last chance to win tickets to the Bike Festival... plus a review of the 2016 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

18 May 2016 54 min

#AutoCentral - SA Bike Festival

Nicole Muller pops in to chat about the inaugural SA Bike Festival taking place from 27-29 May at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit. Find our more about the ‘Ride for a Reason’ charity drive and how you can get involved. We are in on the fun as we have partnered with…

11 May 2016 53 min

#AutoCentral - Getting a Licence in SA

What do you need to consider when getting a licence? What do the different codes stand for? Listen in as the team reveals all you need to know about getting a licence in SA. Also, hear about the cars people most regret buying, the most underrated and unmentioned SUV! The…

4 May 2016 52 min

#AutoCentral - Opel Astra Launch Review

The team review the Opel Astra launch that took place last week as well as the World Super Bike: Prosecco DOC Round. The extra-special guest is Lunga Ntsendwana who’s the Product Communications Manager for GM South Africa. Lunga talks about the Opel Astra being named as Europe’s Car of the…

20 Apr 2016 53 min

#AutoCentral - 2016 HONDA NC750X SA LAUNCH

Catch up on what went down at the launch of the Honda NC750x. Johnny Greef from Honda SA talks about the history of Honda, going as far back as Midmacor days. The team also reviews the battle between the 2016 Ford Ranger 4x4 vs the Isuzu KB300 4x4.

13 Apr 2016 51 min

#AutoCentral - Tips For Buying Your Next Car

The team chats to Rudolf Mahoney, Head of Brand & Communications at Wesbank. There's lots in store like tips for buying your next new or used car, plus find out what car buyers in their 20s should know. Intrigued about the 2016 Mazda CX-5 2.2DE AWD Akera? Listen out for…

6 Apr 2016 52 min

#AutoCentral - Arthur Goldstuck & 2020 Technology

Founder of World Wide Worx, Arthur Goldstuck, who is South Africa’s leading expert on Internet and mobile technology trends and who leads several major annual studies, joins the show to talk about the future of 2020 technology. The team then reviews the 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi 4WD Elite.

30 Mar 2016 51 min

#AutoCentral - Australian F1 Review

Wilmarie has loads of feedback from the Australian F1 along with some observations about their public transport system. The guys then review the new Audi Q7 3.0 TDI before throwing forward to the Kyalami Bike Festival taking place from 27 – 29 May.

23 Mar 2016 53 min

#AutoCentral - Extreme Sports

From XS Promotions, Jim and Mike join the team to talk about specialised and extreme sports shows, the SupaDrift Series and to explain exactly what precision driving is all about. Then, looking forward, the teams talk about the upcoming Moto GP in Qatar and the Australian Formula 1.

16 Mar 2016 56 min

#AutoCentral - Motoring Journalist Justus Visagie

Motoring journalist Justus Visagie gives details on the selection process for the 2016 Car of the Year. The team reviews the Suzuki Vitara GL+ before discussing new hijacking tactics, new F1 safety developments as well as the possibility of Ferrari leaving F1.

9 Mar 2016 57 min

#AutoCentral - The Fast & The Furious Race

The Fast and the Furious race in Durban turned fiery, find out why! What happened at the World Super Bike in Australia? Special guest is Riaan Esterhuysen from Toyota.

2 Mar 2016 53 min

#AutoCentral - Future of the Automotive Industry

What happened at the first Regional at Zwartkops? The team fills you in! Then they look at the future of the automotive industry with Ricardo Coetzee, Managing Executive of Automotive. From Telematic Devices, to future vehicle apps, self-driving vehicles and everything in-between, they cover it all!

24 Feb 2016 55 min

#AutoCentral - New ‘Top Gear’ Line-up

Get all the opinions on the new ‘Top Gear’ line-up, find out about famous company logos with hidden messages and deliberate on how Toyota’s new prices got leaked. All of this as well as the future of the automotive industry.

17 Feb 2016 55 min

#AutoCentral - Johnny Araujo (Ducati SA)

Johnny Araujo, General Manager for Ducati South Africa joins the #AutoCentral team. Aside from talking all things Ducati, the team also tells you what to look for when choosing your next car and a possible solution to car theft.

10 Feb 2016 56 min

#AutoCentral - Liqui-Moly SA

The #AutoCentral team are joined by Melicia Labuschagne, Director of Liqui-Moly SA which was founded in Germany over 50 years ago. Liqui-Moly pioneered the use of Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS2, a molecule with ultra low friction) for automotive applications. This development set the standard globally in low friction oil additives. They…

3 Feb 2016 52 min

#AutoCentral - Brian Baragwanath & Leeroy Poulter

The #AutoCentral team is joined by ATV and Quad Racing Specialist, Brian Baragwanath and SA National Rally Champion 2014, Leeroy Poulter, they talk about the challenges the Dakar Rally presents to riders.

27 Jan 2016 54 min