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Everything Counts | Episode 15: The Great South African Road Trip

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Embark on the ultimate road trip adventure with Everything Counts! In this episode, motoring expert, Marius Roberts shares essential tips for planning your next South African road trip, featuring insights from Layton Beard, head of Public Affairs at the Automobile Association of South Africa (AA), Johan Kriek, the founder of the Defender Trophy, a family friendly overlanding event for Land Rover Defender enthusiasts and Deon Venter, CEO of 4x4 Megaworld.

Whether you’re heading to the coast, exploring the Karoo, or venturing into the bush, this episode has everything you need to make your road trip unforgettable.

Key moments:

00:00 Introduction
01:00 Common road trip mistakes and the importance of planning
03:00 The joy of scenic routes and exploring off the beaten track
07:00 Essential car safety checks before hitting the road
10:00 Insights from the Automobile Association on driver behaviour
15:00 The magic of overlanding: Tips for beginners
20:00 Farm stays and hidden gems in the Karoo
30:00 Fellowship forged by fire: The camaraderie of road trips

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