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Relebogile Mabotja is in conversation with technical expert Nicol Louw on how to prepare your car for the heat season and discusses the importance of car safety in emerging markets.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks toFabienne Lanz,aracing driver, coach, and mentor, and Elke van Vledder, a racing driver and Winner of the Class C of 111 Sports and Saloons, to unpack what it really takes to compete on the grid. 

They discuss why mentorship and access matter, and whether initiatives like Motorsport Girls Academy Camp can help create lasting transformation for women in motorsport.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Peggie Mars, founder of Wheel Well, to explore child safety in cars and concerns around non-compliant child car seats. 

According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation's (RTMC) 2025 State of Road Safety Report, children aged 0–14 accounted for 8.9% of all road fatalities in South Africa in 2025, underscoring the need to improve child passenger safety.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Nonhlanhla Tshabalala, transformation director at the Retail Motor Industry (RMI) Organisation, and Boitumelo Maphanya, training manager at the RMI, to unpack South Africa's traditionally male-dominated sector and how the industry is steadily evolving as more women enter technical, management and leadership roles. 

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to technical expert Nicol Louw to discuss car warning signs, what they mean, and what every driver should know.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Catch the Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja live on 702 weekdays from 1 pm to 3 pm (SA time).

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to resident motoring enthusiast Warren Tucker about why some South Africans are buying with their eyes first, and how local taste is shaping the cars on our roads.

702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks with George Mienie, CEO of AutoTrader, about the latest used car sales data as South Africa's used car market continues to show remarkable resilience despite ongoing economic pressures and tighter household budgets. 

The latest data from AutoTrader reveals that more than 31,000 used vehicles changed hands in June 2026, with sales remaining ahead of last year's levels.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mallery Crowe, the associate author of The Real Urban Emissions (TRUE) Initiative report and researcher at International Council on Clean Transportation, about the first-ever study of Jozi vehicle emissions.

The groundbreaking new study, the first of its kind in Johannesburg, has revealed some alarming findings about vehicle emissions in the city.

Researchers measured emissions from more than 250,000 ve...

Relebogile Mabotja speaks to technical expert Nicol Louw about the maximum speed limits of internal combustion engines. 

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabtjoa speaks with automative expert and CEO of ChangeCars, Mike Pashut, to unpack how AI is reshaping the used car market, what it gets right, and where it can lead consumers astray.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Kabelo Chalale, an up-and-coming spinner, and Mlungisi Khumalo, a professional spinner, about how spinning has grown from an informal township pastime into one of South Africa’s most recognisable motorsport cultures.

They also discuss how young drivers are helping to shape the future of the sport through social media, professional competitions, and mentorship programmes.

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Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks to Juan Hanekom, the national director of the South African Motor Body Repairers' Association (SAMBRA), about how the automotive industry can close the skills gap and create more opportunities for young South Africans. 

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Nicol Louw, a technical expert, about unpacking the world of automotive recalls, why they happen, how manufacturers respond, and what consumers need to know to keep themselves safe on the road.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Roger Biermann, managing editor at CarBuzz.com, about whether a licensed vehicle in South Africa is truly roadworthy and safe to drive, highlighting the dangers of poor maintenance, worn tyres, and ageing cars 

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks with technical expert Nicol Louw about everything you need to know about automatic transmissions.  

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to tourist guide Sanele Mvuyane about the different modes of transport available in Durban.

From bus tours to iconic rickshaw rides, they unpack how visitors can explore some of KwaZulu-Natal’s top sightseeing destinations with ease.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks with Tumelo Rantsane, head of brand at Opel, to unpack the brand’s legacy of reliability, engineering excellence, and performance.

As Opel continues to regain momentum in the market, their latest model, the Grandland was named a finalist for the 2026 South African Car of the Year and awarded 'Most Improved Car of the Year' by TopGear South Africa.

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Kgomotso Modise, standing in for Relebogile Mabotja, speaks to Sandile Ntseoane, general manager at the Southern African Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (SAVRALA), about alternative car ownership models in South Africa.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Alan Quinn, chief product and innovation officer at Cars.co.za, to explore whether pre-owned hybrid cars are a smart investment in South Africa, especially in the context of rising fuel prices and a growing interest in more efficient vehicles.

Broadcaster veteran Relebogile Mabotja brings a fresh, relaxed take on the issues of the day, alongside lifestyle talk and all things entertainment.

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