George Mienie gives us the latest motoring news that includes a new Guinness World Record of a guy driving in reverse, and a tribute to the G-Wagon. He also takes us down the memory lane of some motoring sports greats! AutoTrader
Sep 30, 2022•11 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi sit down to discuss the potential 38% price increase on your next tyres. The team also discuss the 2022 cost of car ownership, including which costs to consider which are not included on your car’s sticker. Additionally, the cheapest cars in each category are looked at and ‘Ask AutoTrader’ makes a heavily requested return! AutoTrader
Sep 26, 2022•25 min0
Why do most people refer to their cars as a female? A guy in Dallas has a private collection of cars in his office… and more with George Mienie. AutoTrader
Sep 23, 2022•19 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi celebrate as the fuel prices in SA come down! The dynamic duo also unpack how much it will cost currently to fill up. Plus, how much does it cost to fill up SA’s most sold cars? And the team looks into how much it costs to fill up with an EV and much more. AutoTrader
Sep 19, 2022•27 min0
Why do people take selfies while driving? A goat broke into a police vehicle and ate an official document, and Porsche unveils a camping tent that you can attach to the top of your Porsche. AutoTrader
Sep 16, 2022•9 min0
George Mienie tells us why difficult conversations should be had in a car. Do you know why your car alarm goes off for no reason? And find out the best hiding place in plain sight! AutoTrader
Sep 09, 2022•11 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi unpack some of the overlooked and unsung features that you probably have in your car. They also unpack the 2022 Belgian Grand Prix and so much more! AutoTrader
Sep 05, 2022•27 min0
George Mienie tells us about some of the events from last week’s Festival of Motoring. Why did American traffic cops always touch the boots of the vehicles they stopped? Does your vehicle have a tint at the top of your windscreen? And why is the driver's seat not in the middle of the car? AutoTrader
Sep 02, 2022•13 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi unpack the new proposed traffic laws in South Africa - some of which include reducing the speed limit by 20km/h, the child safety seat laws and more. AutoTrader
Aug 29, 2022•28 min0
George Mienie joins us live from the Festival of Motoring at Kyalami. A listener sent through a question regarding leasing vs buying cars - are pure rentals worth it? AutoTrader
Aug 26, 2022•12 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi are joined by Paolo Cavalieri and William Jones from legendary racing South African staple Pablo Clark Racing, to unpack the South African racing scene. Our guests also delve into the various experiences they offer at Pablo Clark Racing, as well as what to expect at the 2022 Festival of Motoring. Lastly, the team unpacks the 2022 Formula 1 racing season so far. AutoTrader...
Aug 22, 2022•33 min0
Did you know that singing in your car is good for your health? Our favourite motoring expert, George Mienie joins the show to give us the latest motoring news, and he also answers some of the audience's questions. AutoTrader
Aug 19, 2022•14 min0
George Mienie kickstarts the show by answering a question sent by a listener who wants to know if she should sell or keep her car since she will be moving to another country for 2 years. He also gives us the latest motoring news, including the San Francisco metro system hiring raptors to keep pigeons away. AutoTrader
Aug 12, 2022•13 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi unpack and delve into the side of car mobility that is car hiring. They talk through the process of hiring a car, the most expensive car you can hire, and walk you through the pros and cons of long-term car rental. Lastly, the duo debate minimum and maximum driving ages. AutoTrader
Aug 08, 2022•30 min0
If you have an electric vehicle, you might want to buy a fire extinguisher! George Mienie joins the team to give us the latest motoring news - the James Bond 007 franchise is turning 60, and it's getting a present from Land Rover. AutoTrader
Aug 05, 2022•12 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and co-host Wandile Sishi dive deep into the world of car auctions and private car sales. Together they unpack the various advantages and disadvantages of both, and give you some tips when considering the two options when buying a car. AutoTrader
Aug 01, 2022•25 min0
George Mienie from AutoTrader joins the show to give us the latest motoring news, including a proposed fuel price cap - which might be a good thing… and what do you do when you need to pee while driving? AutoTrader
Jul 29, 2022•11 min0
George Mienie joins the team to give us updates on the latest motoring news that includes only waiting about 6 weeks to get your driver’s license, experiencing some issues when it comes to charging your EV at your house, and why birds poo on your car! AutoTrader
Jul 22, 2022•10 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack car condition reports when you buy a used car, and determine whether these pre-sale resources are reliable and give you peace of mind. AutoTrader
Jul 18, 2022•28 min0
Is the Salton Sea hiding enough lithium to power America? George Mienie gives us the latest motoring news that includes California’s so-called ‘Lithium Valley’, and SUVs being fined more because they are bigger. AutoTrader
Jul 15, 2022•12 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, our anchor Wandile Sishi and co-host George Mienie mix it up as they dub this week's podcast as the 'mixtape' episode. What's in the mix? Don't miss these hot topics: safety, music, and loadshedding. AutoTrader
Jul 11, 2022•29 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack the new series of social media videos that went viral on fuel-saving devices and additives, and discuss whether they are real or not! They also give advice on how to actually save fuel, based on proven methods. AutoTrader
Jul 04, 2022•27 min0
Ever wondered about the black dots on your car’s windshield? George Mienie joins the show and shares the latest motoring news, including a new microchip that has been tested by a paraplegic to enable him to drive again. Plus, if you ever wanted to drive backwards - there’s a solution for you! AutoTrader
Jul 01, 2022•12 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi bring part 3 of the 'Are EV brake pads expensive' segment and explore the practice of Car Badge Engineering, and the latest examples of the practice. AutoTrader
Jun 27, 2022•26 min0
Our favourite motoring expert, George Mienie joins the team to inform us how it might be cheaper to buy a horse than gas, bears getting much smarter, and why there’s a massive recall on Mercedes-Benz vehicles. AutoTrader
Jun 24, 2022•8 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack the recent discovery of counterfeit car parts that have recently been entering the South African market. The team also dissects whether or not EV brake pads need to be more expensive, and if car prices in South Africa are more expensive compared to the rest of the world. AutoTrader
Jun 20, 2022•25 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack whether all scams are equal! They also talk about the top scams that are impacting buying and selling consumers, and give us advice on how to avoid falling victim to them. AutoTrader
Jun 13, 2022•26 min0
George Mienie shares all the latest motoring news that includes a man who has a massive collection of over 30,000 Hot Wheels cars, a cyclist spitting on cars, SA's first electric minibus and more! AutoTrader
Jun 10, 2022•12 min0
This week on The AutoTrader Podcast, SA’s No.1 motoring podcast, George Mienie and Wandile Sishi unpack the various ways that you as a private seller can sell your car - as well as all the information you need to get the MAXIMUM amount of cash when selling your car with the exciting AutoTrader Instant Offer option. AutoTrader
Jun 06, 2022•26 min0
Find out why the Tesla car has been banned from farting. George Mienie then tells us about a modified VW, a poop-powered car that set a world record, and a peacock causing mayhem! AutoTrader
Jun 03, 2022•8 min0