Cargumentative

The reality of car-jacking in SA, according to tracker SA

In this special episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner and Denis Droppa are joined in the virtual studio by Ron Knott-Craig, Executive: Operational Services at Tracker South Africa. Knott-Craig​talks about the latest trends in South African vehicle crime and answers some pertinent questions the guys have about hijacking and car theft. 

12 Aug 2020 24 min

Car sales have still not recovered in SA

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. The guys take a look as car sales in July and how the effects of Covid-19 and recent price hikes have flattened overall demand. They also chat about the new Gordon Murray…

6 Aug 2020 29 min

How AutoTrader's vehicle taxonomy database offers a wealth of used-car knowledge

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner, Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu are joined in the virtual studio by the CEO of AutoTrader South Africa, George Mienie. Mienie talks to the guys about Autotrader's Vehicle Taxonomy Database: the only used car database in South Africa that has structured car taxonomy…

29 Jul 2020 34 min

What car could you afford if you gave up your vices?

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. The guys talk about news, what they've been driving and what cars they could afford if they gave up expensive vices like smoking, drinking and, erm, cycling.

22 Jul 2020 36 min

Dealerships are under pressure - NADA

In this episode of Cargumentative the team is joined in the virtual studio by Mark Dommisse, chairman of the National Automobile Dealers' Association (NADA). The guys chat to him about the state of the local automotive industry and how it's coping with the Covid-19 pandemic. They also ask a question…

14 Jul 2020 36 min

The world's best and worst places to drive

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner in joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. This week the guys talk about the best and worst places they have ever ever driven as well as what peeves them off out on our everyday roads. They also chat…

7 Jul 2020 28 min

Taking a drive with SA's classic car enthusiasts

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner and Denis Droppa are joined in the virtual studio by guests Reuben van Niekerk (Leisure Wheels) and Stuart Grant (The Float Chamber) to talk about classic cars and the joys of driving them in Lockdown level 3. They also bring you your usual…

1 Jul 2020 36 min

New Toyota Corolla sedan is good looking but thirsty

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. They touch on all the latest industry news and also talk about what cars they've been driving. Denis and Brenwin have both enjoyed the new Toyota Corolla sedan while Thomas has been…

23 Jun 2020 32 min

Our top car picks for 2020 so far

This week on Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in studio by Brenwin Naidu and resident petrosexual - Phuti Mpyane​. This week the gents have a mid-year report and talk about cars that have impressed impressed them in 2020 thus far. They also chew the fat on the latest motoring news.

17 Jun 2020 36 min

Are French and Italian cars really unreliable?

​In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner in joined in studio by Denis Droppa and Phuti Mpyane. They discuss what what's been happening in the motoring world, what they've driving and whether or not any of them could actually buy and own a French or Italian motor vehicle.

8 Jun 2020 42 min

Exploring SA's car communities

​In this episode of Cargumentive, Thomas Falkiner is reunited in the real-world studio with Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. The guys chat about what they've been driving as well as what's been happening on the news front of things. Producer Paige also makes an appearance behind the mic to ask…

1 Jun 2020 38 min

'Buying down' in light of Covid-19

In this episode of Cargumentive Thomas Falkiner is once again joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. This week they talk about 'buying down' in light of the Covid-19 crisis and what vehicles you should consider from three main segments of the market - hatchbacks, sedans…

25 May 2020 30 min

Iconic cars that don't live up to the hype

​The band is back together! In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu to talk about what's been happening in the motoring world over the last two weeks. They also chat about meeting their heros – cars that they…

18 May 2020 28 min

Crossing Africa in a Hillman Imp - Terence Tracey shares his adventure 

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner chats to Terence Tracey about his epic 2013 trek from Johannesburg to London in his 1963 Hillman Imp - an adventure that many of us can only dream of. Tracey reveals why he did it, what he encountered along the way and what…

11 May 2020 33 min

The golden age of SA motorsport ft. racing legend Deon Joubert

In this episode of Cargumentative, Thomas Falkiner has a one-on-one with SA racing legend, Deon Joubert. From his rise up the ranks to racing overseas at Monza and battling it out in the country’s once-proud super touring car series, Joubert spills the beans on local motorsport’s so-called ‘golden era’.​

4 May 2020 24 min

Talking classic Porsche restoration with Wernher Hartzenberg

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner has a one-on-one with Wernher Hartzenberg from Aircooled Wonders about the ins and outs of classic Porsche restoration, why the 928 makes a surprisingly good racing car and what it's like to drive a 356 Carrera 2 from Johannesburg to Matjiesfontein​. 

27 Apr 2020 40 min

Keeping your car in shape during lockdown

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys give some top tips on how to keep your car in shape during the Covid-19 lockdown. They also take a look at what's been happening in the automotive industry over the last couple of weeks.

20 Apr 2020 16 min

Rob Green Motorsport on modifying your ride

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys are joined in their virtual ‘studio’ by Adrian Burford: the PR officer for renowned SA tuning house, Rob Green Motorsport. They talk about the ins and outs of modifying your car and the various options available to suit your budget. The team also…

14 Apr 2020 43 min

Virtual is the new reality for motoring enthusiasts

In this episode of Cargumenative the guys host a special show dedicated to sim racing - an online sport that's making headlines during the Covid-19 pandemic. To find out more about it, how it works and what you need to take part, they are joined in their virtual studio by…

6 Apr 2020 37 min

Strange and quirky cars

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys talk about strange and quirky cars. From nuclear powered Fords to obscure, gullwing-doored Toyota coupes from the 1990s, sit back and enjoy an interesting drive into the automotive unknown. They also touch on the latest news and chat about what cars they've been…

30 Mar 2020 24 min