Bridgestone South Africa has become the first local manufacturer to produce 19-inch tyres, thanks to an investment in new technology at its Brits facility. The new tyres are being produced for the BMW X3.
“Bridgestone has a long relationship with BMW as an original equipment supplier and given that the BMW X3 is assembled in South Africa, it’s obviously a huge step forward for us to not have to import this size of tyre,” says Bridgestone South Africa.
Tyres play a huge role in ensuring that highly engineered automobiles perform as designed, and Bridgestone has been supplying tyres in 11 sizes from its Alenza 001 range for the new BMW X3 since 2017. Bridgestone’s engineers worked alongside BMW to develop a tyre that would allow the vehicle to perform optimally.
“The capacity to produce this specialist tyre here also signals our intention to ensure that Bridgestone South Africa continues to compete on the world market,” he says. “South African manufacturers are facing stiff competition from overseas imports, and we need to invest wisely in new equipment in order to carve out new niches for ourselves in both the domestic and global markets.
“This brings not only new equipment and capability into the local tyre manufacturing market, but it’s also part of our initiative to upskill our local workforce in order to equip it for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.”
On the first day of this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, South Africa’s first permanent FQ Lounge-the Home of Equality at an innovation hub was unveiled at Impact Hub Johannesburg today at an event supported by UN Women, SAP Next-Gen and The Female Quotient.
Violence continues to take an immense toll on women and their livelihoods, with studies showing women that have been victims of violence who miss work as a result of injuries earn up to 70% less than non-abused women. In a recent UN Women report, only 63% of women aged 25-54 were found to be active participants in the labour force, compared to 94% of men in the same age bracket.
FQ Lounge-the Home of Equality at The Impact Hub Johannesburg
Impact Hub Johannesburg CEO Thandi Allin Dyani said they worked to ensure the FQ Lounge has a distinctly African identity. “The first step to the empowerment of women and female leadership is to create a space that feels like home, where South African role models can be made and seen. This lounge will provide an important platform for discussions around women in social entrepreneurship, including matters relating to breaking down gender barriers in business, creating networks and opportunities, work-life balance, and closing funding gaps. Overall we believe this could help improve the overall ecosystem for local women entrepreneurs.”
Impact Hub Johannesburg is part innovation lab, part business incubator and part community centre, and offers members a unique ecosystem of resources, inspiration and collaboration opportunities to drive impact. Impact Hub Johannesburg forms part of a global network of more than 11 000 members in 77 locations, all aiming to foster social innovation through collaboration to create sustainable impact.
World Bank data shows Africa has the highest growth rate of female-run businesses in the world, with a gradual increase in female entrepreneurs over the past few years. However, many women remain locked out of economic opportunities that all too often remain reserved for men.
Equality is an economic imperative
According to Kwena Mabotja, Africa Director for SAP Next-Gen, there is a great economic imperative to fostering greater workplace equality. “Research shows that reducing workplace inequalities over the next 20 years could add 6% to global GDP. However, there are still several obstacles to achieving true workplace equality within African organisations. In line with our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, SAP Next-Gen has partnered with UN Women, Impact Hub Johannesburg, and The Female Quotient to establish the FQ Lounge right in the economic heart of Africa – Johannesburg. This furthers our progress with achieving SDG 5, which aims to end discrimination against women while also providing opportunities for decent work and economic growth (SDG 8).”
The FQ Lounges concept was created by The Female Quotient, an SAP-partnered organisation that aims to advance workplace equality through collaboration, activating solutions for change, and creating measurements for accountability. With the support of SAP Next-Gen, the organisation will bring pop-up FQ Lounges to several locations across the country. The one at Impact Hub Johannesburg, however, is designed to be a permanent destination for regular events throughout the year.
“Our agenda focus for 2020 will be mostly on enabling discussions among women leaders around disrupting the entrepreneurial sector,” said Mabotja. “It’s important that we consider carefully how to include and mobilise our youth. We also want to explore avenues for women to be economically independent, and to showcase some of our female entrepreneur role models that will inspire the next generation of female innovators and business leaders.”
The South African public healthcare system is in shambles. We often hear of cases of patients being ill-treated by nurses in hospitals and in other cases there is a shortage of supply of medicine. The private health care system, on the other hand, is too expensive for the majority of South Africans, particularly those who are in the lower LSM. Medical aid is costly or sometimes the medical savings run out quickly. Saving money for medical purposes is also a serious challenge.
In the midst of all of this, Entrepreneur Tamsanqa Ngalo thought to himself that this cannot continue to be the status quo. There’s got to be an alternative. He then sought to find a way to democratise the private healthcare and make it accessible to the majority of South Africans. This led to the birth of the Oyi Medical card.
What is Oyi Medical Card and the inspiration behind it?
The Oyi Medical Card is essentially a payment card in
the form of a savings or credit facility and is restricted by our technology to
only allow payment healthcare providers across South Africa. In this respect,
the main challenge that our people face is the shortage of cash to carry the
expenses associated with day to day medical events which tend to happen at the
odd time of the month. We then allow our clients to put away any little bit
that they can afford into the card as a savings towards a rainy day.
I came up with the idea when I still working in the
UK. My wife fell sick and we were on the NHS which is equivalent to the NHI
that the South African government is proposing. I was impressed by how
efficient and effective that healthcare system was and thought about our people
in South Africa who tend to struggle even for the simplest of medical treatment
and wished for all South Africans to have access to quality healthcare.
Who is the target customer for Oyi Medical Card?
Primarily, Oyi Medical Card is targeted at households
with little or no reach to a medical-aid. However, we have seen people on a
comprehensive medical-aid plan using our card to support their extended family
members, because unlike a typical medical-aid, our card can be used to pay for
any member of the family at no additional cost.
What has been some of the highlights for Oyi Medical?
Oyi Medical Card has been well received in the
market. Since its inception, we have processed over R1 million worth of
transactions. 80% of these transactions were self-medication. This means that our
client, who would have typically taken a day off from work to queue for hours
at a public clinic, has bought medication at a local pharmacy instead of
missing work or school. Employers particularly love us because now there’s a practical
solution to equalise the workplace while also keeping people more productive
and their families healthy.
How does the Oyi Medical Card Work?
The card works just like any bank card but can only
be used to pay at healthcare providers of one’s choice. These are pharmacies, medical
centres, specialists, blood tests and many more. It is a MasterCard, however,
you cannot use is everywhere. Oyi Medical Card is technologically ringfenced to
only allow payments at healthcare providers. It can also be used by an entire
household and to supplement medical aid when it is exhausted.
Where can people get the Oyi Medical Card from?
People can visit our website at www.oyi.co.za and apply directly on the website
or contact us via WhatsApp on 076 084 6513. We also distribute the card via their
respective HR departments for those employers we already signed up.
I must admit, of all the Suzuki cars that I have driven thus far the Jimny takes the cup. Best believe it when they say dynamites come in small packages. This also explains why over 3 million Jimnys have been sold so far globally. It is indeed a good car here’s why:
A Head-turner
When I was driving in the Jimny both in the townships and city I had people looking at the car in admiration. It is indeed a head-turner and appeals to various demographics. My sister is not into cars but when it came to the Jimny she was impressed and she even jumped on the driver’s seat and held the steering and imagined herself behind the wheel.
I was also stopped a couple of times by people asking to see the interior of the car and on all occasions, they were completely blown away. It fitted with a 7″ infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Jimny GLX model comes with a 7-inch infrared touchscreen with AM/FM radio, USB socket, Bluetooth connectivity, voice command and an SD card slot. It works with various smartphone applications like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Mirrorlink.
What makes the new Jimny stand out is the retro styling. It borrows some of its unique styling features from its predecessors. The LED headlights give it a modern-day look.
A performer of note
It is a performer of note on both on and off-road. On the high way though it could use a sixth gear because the revs get really high and the engine gets loud. This also makes it consume much more fuel when compared to other Suzukis I have reviewed. Fuel consumption seats at 6.3 Litres per 100KM/h and it is equipped with a 1.5 naturally aspirated engine that produces 75Kw of power and 130Nm of torque.
Multiple driving modes
The Suzuki Jimny has multiple driving modes. When driving it under normal circumstances you can put on rear-wheel-drive mode and for a speed of up to about 97 km/h you can put on all-wheel-drive mode. And, for some proper off-roading, you can put on four-wheel low ration mode.
Other cool features about the Jimny are the hill-hold control and hill-descent control mode which come in very handy on steep hills and the later on downhills.
Well Priced
The Suzuki Jimny starting price is R279 000.
To conclude here are the Pats and Slaps of the Suzuki Jimny 1.5 GLX AT.
Pats
It is a cute car and appeals to various demographics
Hill-hold and hill descent control modes
The multiple driving modes deliver an excellent off-road driving experience
Slaps
Because the Suzuki Jimny is a compact SUV it has a limitation when it comes to storage. The boot space is so tiny and it can only accommodate two adults at the back. To extend the boot space one has to fold the front seats.
Yesterday, my love for the BMW brand was reignited at the BMW Driving Experience in Swartkops Raceway thanks to Bridgestone. I got a rare opportunity to drive one of my dream cars – the BMW M3 on the race track and boy oh boy I had the time of my life.
In as much it was exciting to be there I really learned some valuable lessons and I thought I should share. Here are some of the key learnings from the BMW Driving Experience.
Seating position matters
Before getting behind the wheel and getting your adrenaline pumping. It all starts with a lecture on how to improve your safety on the road by a professional driving instructor. The lecture covers everything from seating positions to holding the steering wheel. It seems basic right? But I can tell you that the majority of people do not seat or hold the steering wheel correctly hence during a collision they suffer serious injuries.
Braking is part of driving
One of the key takeaways for me from the take was the importance of breaking and how to break properly on the track. The majority of people think driving on the track is about putting your foot down on the accelerator and reaching the apex at speed. Learning how to break properly improves the driving experience on the track. I was impressed with the braking ability of the BMW M3.
Where you look is where you go
Another key learning for me is the ability to stay focused when you are driving. Where your eyes are looking is where the car will go. Don’t fixate on moving objects because your brain will steer your hands to the direction of those objects. Also, that’s why texting and driving is so dangerous.
Controlling the car in tricky situations
I also got the opportunity to go on the skidpad with the new BMW 320d. The skidpad teaches you to control a car during understeering and oversteering. These are usually caused by the front and rear wheels of the car losing grip. Skidpad teaches you how to control the car in those instances in a safe and controlled environment. For the skidpad is the most exhilarating thing to do yet eye-opening.
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A big on Bridgestone for such an amazing experience.
Suzuki has
once again been kind to us and this time around they allowed me to spend time
with the gorgeous Ciaz 1.5 GLX (Checkout the review of the Suzuki Ertiga). When
I first saw the Suzuki Ciaz, it was love at first sight. In this review I will
be looking at the looks, the technology the drive, and storage
The looks
The Ciaz looks elegant inside-out. The chrome front grille that makes it look sharp whilst the LED Projector Auto headlamps command attention and are first in its segment. It is fitted with 16-inch twelve spoke machined alloy wheels. The rear has perfectly fitted tail lights.
The interior is a display of quality and flair of leather upholstery that is contemporary. Even the top edge of the instrument panel has been designed to match the dashboard shape to further enhance the elegance of the interior.
The Technology
The Suzuki Ciaz is equipped with a 7” touch screen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Adroid Auto which is easy to connect to and operate. To ensure that the driver keeps the eyes on the road(which is where they are supposed to be) when driving the steering wheel also has controls for audio, calls and cruise controls.
What I appreciated the most with the Ciaz GLX id the smart
key and keyless push start system. I didn’t have to pull out the car key out of
my pocket every time I had to enter inside the car or start the engine.
The Ciaz GLX is also fitted with reverse camera and sensors which are useful when reversing especially in those awkward situations. For pure driving pleasure in long distances, the Ciaz has cruise control whilst the automatic air-conditioner keeps you cool. There are also air vents for rear passenger seats and a USB port.
The Drive
In my previous review of the Suzuki Ertiga, I said: “if there is one thing that all Suzuki Cars have in common is the smooth drive”. The Ciaz is no different. It comes with a 1.5 non-turbo engine that produces 77 kW and 138 Nm. This engine is complemented by a five-speed manual transmission.
Another thing that most Suzuki cars have in common is low fuel consumption. Suzuki claims that 5.5L of petrol will get you through 100KM. In my experience, the fuel consumption of any car is to a large extent depended on how the driver drives the car. My average was 6.0L/100KM which is not far off.
Generous Storage
The Suzuki Ciaz has the best-in-class storage capacity. It has the largest boot space in its segment. In actual fact, the luggage capacity is a whopping 495 liters. An electromagnetic latch and boot light enhance ease of use.
Front door pockets can hold a 1000ml bottle and an A4 size document whilst the rear door pockets can hold a 1000ml bottle and an A5 size document. The front armrest incorporates a utility box with a pen & business cardholder. There is also extra storage pockets on the back of the front seats.
Pricing
The Suzuki Ciaz 1.5 GLX is keenly priced at R 249 900 and comes with a 3 year/ 60 000KM service plan. Click here for more pricing options.
In conclusion, here are Pats and Slaps of the Suzuki Ciaz 1.5 GLX:
Pats
The Suzuki Ciaz is an elegant looking car
There are ample storage compartments and the boot space impressive
Well priced
Slaps
There are no Slaps for the Suzuki Ciaz 1.5 MT GLX. The car is fit for purpose.
The folks at Suzuki have been kind enough to let us sample another of their vehicles, the Suzuki Ertiga. Before we get to the actual review, I would like to mention that I had a fellow car enthusiast , Tshepo Peterson contributing to this review. Two opinions are better than one right?
A brief background on the Suzuki Ertiga
This is the second generation Suzuki Ertiga and
it was first launched in South Africa back in 2010. Since then, it has
positioned itself as a value-for-money Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) that South
Africans have taken a liking of.
The Drive
If there is one that all Suzuki cars (at least the ones that I reviewed) have is the smooth drive. You hardly feel nor hear the tire noise unless you are driving on rough course. The Suzuki Ertiga is equipped with a 1.5 GL engine that produces 77Kw and 138 Nm. The engine is responsive especially on a long haul but the clutch did need a bit of getting used to and after a few robots, you easily get the hang of it.
Suzuki Got The Right For MVPs
The biggest problem with MVP’s has always been
the legroom in the 3rd row. Passengers have often complained of
cramps due to the limited space, however, Suzuki found the right formula this
time. Tshepo found himself comfortably seated in the last row on the gloomy
Saturday morning thinking to himself how a nap wouldn’t be a bad idea (that’s
how comfortable it was). The armrest and cup holder are also comfy additions to
the backrow making it a place where passengers would want to be seated on long journeys.
The Tech
On the other hand, the driver has also been given a multi-function steering wheel which sadly, doesn’t do much but change tracks, volume, and mode of the radio. The infotainment was sadly not in this mode but Bluetooth and USB connectivity were available. However, the driver seat along with the steering is ideally positioned making it very comfortable to drive.
The car has a relatively long rear due to the additional row of seats and the team at Suzuki has given drivers peace-of-mind by adding a reverse parking sensor system. The car also has 2 12v power slots for both front and rear passengers and the front cup holders have air-conditioned vents to keep your drinks either cold or hot.
Practicality
The Suzuki Ertiga is very practical and versatile. It can be your everyday family car to take kids to the weekend sports game, your business vehicles used to ferry employees or put the seats down and have a minivan that can be used to put the bicycle when you have that Sunday race. The best thing about the Ertiga has to be how affordably priced it is compared to other MVP’s on the market, so why would you settle for anything else?
Pricing
Suzuki Ertiga 1.5 GA – R218 900
Suzuki Ertiga 1.5 GL – R243 900
Suzuki Ertiga 1.5 GL AT –
R258 900
In conclusion here are the Pats and Slaps of
the Suzuki Ertiga:
Pats
Highly versatile vehicle that fits the title of an MPV
Very spacious including the 3rd row of seats. People with a height of 1,75m can comfortably sit with no worries of cramping up
Front cup holders with air-conditioned vents are a great touch for people on the
move
Roof-mounted air-condition vents for back rows ensures that all passengers feel either the required heat or cold
Roof-mounted air-condition vents for back rows ensures that all passengers feel either the required heat or cold
Multi-function steering helps keep eyes glued to the road
Cup holders in the third row
Slaps
Plastic dashboard takes away from
the modern exterior design of the vehicle
2 power unit for a 7-seater vehicle
is not sufficient
After a 3 year break, Citroën is back in the South African marketing like they never left. Citroen did a brand relaunch this week and this time around they are here for the long haul. Coincidental to the return to South Africa, Citroen is also celebrating 100 years this year. More milage to them!
A Brief History on Citroen
Before we get to what Citroën has in store for the South African market. I think it is opportune to look at the history of the brand.
Citroen was founded in 1919 by André Citroën in Paris, France. Within 10 years after the first Citroen automobile was produced, Citroën had become the largest vehicle manufacturer in Europe. In 1976 Citroën merged with Peugeot to form PSA Peugeot Citroën.
Andre was a marketing genius, at the 1922 Paris Motor Show he arranged an aeroplane to write the name Citroën in the sky. This marketing was well ahead of its time. He also sold toy cars; each miniature of the original was released at the same time as the real vehicle. The idea was the child’s first words would be Mama, Papa and Citroën.
What’s new?
Citroën has an exciting product line up as part of of their comeback. Before I get into their product line up. I want to take you through their brand promise. According to the Citroën South Africa Managing Director, Xavier Gobille Citroën’s promise is Be Different, Feel Good. For Citroën being at the heart of the market does not mean doing things like others do.
The Product Line Up
The brand promise is illustrated their funky, unique and boldly designed C3, C3 AirCross and C5 AirCross.
Citroën C3
If there is one word to describe the Citroën C3, that word is FUNKY. It boasts adistinctive design and colourful personality. The two-tone exterior, the red roof, red foglamp surround, red wing mirrors, rear C pillar graphic and Airbumps® are appeased with the red and grey ambience along the dashboard and seat stitching. As soon as you step in, the interior feels remarkably spacious, a sensation enhanced by the upholstery and uncluttered horizontal dashboard.
Citroën C3
New C3 brings up-to-the-minutes technologies
Advanced driver assistance systems include lane departure alert and Driver Attention Alert as well as a Coffee Break Alert. The efficiency of New C3 also extends to a full range of high-efficiency PureTech petrol engines available in the option of a 1.2 PureTech 60kW naturally aspirated engine fitted with a 5-speed MT, and 1.2 PureTech 61kW Turbo engine charged and fitted with the latest generation 6 speed EAT gearbox.
Pricing
C3 Feel: R239 900
C3 Shine: R289 000
Citroën C3 AirCross
The best way to describe the Citroën C3 AirCross is that it is ASSERTIVE. The New Citroën C3 Aircross is a compact 4.15-m long SUV distinguished by its powerful, original and fresh attitude. It boasts unique body styling fully representative of new Citroën models and all the attributes of a robust and protective SUV, including raised ground clearance, a high-set driving position, front and rear skid plates, large wheels and wing extenders.
The C3 Aircross is available in a 1.2 PureTech 81kW engine.
Citroën C3
Pricing
C3 Aircross Feel: R339 900
C3 Aircross Shine: R359 900
Citroën C5 AirCross
The C5 AirCross is Citroën’s flagship model. It is the most comfortable and modular SUV in its segment thanks to the Citroën Advanced Comfort® programme. The C5 AirCross features two major innovations: Citroën’s new suspension with Progressive Hydraulic Cushions® and Advanced Comfort seats with their unrivalled ability to offer peerless ride comfort, the result being an outstanding experience for all passengers.
Citroën C5 AirCross
New C5 Aircross SUV features a 12.3-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) digital instrument cluster and an 8-inch touchscreen, plus latest-generation driver assistance technologies.
The new, ultra-connected model can be equipped with Wireless Smartphone Charging and ConnectedCAM Citroën™ on the Shine models.
The new C5 Aircross is powered by an efficient and high-performance 1.6 THP 121kW petrol engine coupled to Citroën’s EAT6 automatic gearbox.
Pricing
C5 Aircross Feel: R469 900
C5 Aircross Shine: R509 900
All the new Citroëns come with Citroën Serenity:
1. 5 – Year / 100 000 km:
Warranty & Service plan across the range
2. Peace of Mind:
Courtesy Car, Citroën Parts Basket, Complimentary Vehicle health check. Microdot – Quick and easy Identification in the event of theft
3. Safety:
Microdot, dedicated Apps connected to the car and Safety Film and Tracking solutions (optional)
4. 360º Service
A Customer experience with a 24-Hour Customer CareCentre, Licence Renewal reminder; Roadside Assistance, Service plan and warranty expiry notification
Citroen vehicles can be serviced at any Peugeot Accredited Dealership nationwide.
To reinvigorate the brand in time for a new era of mobility, Volkswagen unveiled its new logo and brand design at the Frankfurt Motor Show under the motto of ‘New Volkswagen‘. “The new brand design marks the start of the new era for Volkswagen,” says Jürgen Stackmann, Member of the Volkswagen Board of Management responsible for Sales, Marketing and After-Sales.
New VW logo with descriptions
“By formulating new content and with new products, the brand is undergoing a fundamental transformation towards a future with a neutral emission balance for everyone. Now is the right time to make the new attitude of our brand visible to the outside world.”
More Digital
This major upgrade ushers in a new phase for Volkswagen which is innovative, connected, authentic and more digital. The objective is to create a new holistic customer experience that is modern and fascinating throughout the world and across all channels. Volkswagen’s Chief Designer, Klaus Bischoff, played a key role in the development of the new corporate identity. “In the new brand design, we have created an authentic communications platform for the emotional presentation of e-mobility. We are showing the Volkswagen of the future under the motto of ‘digital first’ and ‘no filter’.”
Recognising the ‘New Volkswagen’
Keeping to its three primary colours of dark blue, light blue and white, the new Volkswagen logo is simple and clearer, reducing it to its essentials, which results in a style that is clear, open, succinct, and digitally appealing. The logo will also be positioned flexibly with the new “moving frame” in the future.
The brand’s visual language will be different from that projected by Volkswagen to date, with bolder and more colourful imagery that focuses on people in order to create a more human, approachable and authentic aesthetic.
More human
Jochen Sengpiehl, Chief Marketing Officer of Volkswagen, explains that: “We have created a new holistic global brand experience on all channels and across all touch points. As a general principle, the aim in future will not be to show a perfect advertising world. In our presentation, we want to become more human and more lively, to adopt the customer’s perspective to a greater extent and to tell authentic stories.”
For the first time, the brand will have a sound logo, replacing the former brand claim. Furthermore, the Volkswagen brand will have a female and a South African voice in the future. The first of which, can be seen in the new T-Cross television commercial which will start flighting on the 21st of September 2019.
In South Africa, the new brand design was launched in conjunction with Volkswagen’s first-ever compact SUV: the T-Cross. The new brand design will be unveiled at the T-Cross customer event, T-Cross City, between the 21st and 22nd of September at Montecasino in Johannesburg. Customers will also get to view and experience the new Volkswagen South Africa website from the end of September. The new brand design will be seen in dealerships commencing from September.
Putting power behind the ambition of becoming the global leader in electric cars, Volkswagen is preparing for an electric future. ‘New Volkswagen’ will become visible and perceptible in the design of the vehicles, in customer contacts and in corporate branding.
“The automotive industry is one of the leaders of the fourth industrial revolution. It is one thing understanding our consumers, but we want to go even further and help move them forward into a new world,” concluded Glendinning
Momentum Short Term Insurance has boosted its safety offerings for customers with the introduction of Safety Alert, an innovative emergency panic button linked to armed response, which is available on the Momentum app.
According to Momentum Short Term Insurance’s Chief Commercial Officer, Etienne du Toit, Safety Alert is yet another safety offering aimed at providing our clients with peace of mind. “Our safety journey started when we introduced Safety Score in 2015 and was enhanced with the launch of Safe Dayz™ in 2017.”
“These offerings, and others such as Home Drive, Momentum Assist and now Safety Alert, encompass personal, road and home safety with the main aim of helping our clients avoid risk(s) or minimise the impact if a risk event occurs,” he adds.
No cost
Safety Alert is free of charge to all Momentum Car and Home Insurance policyholders for a limited time until August 2020.
How does the Safety Alert work?
Safety Alert can be initiated when clients’ feel their personal safety and those around them is being threatened. The app is linked to 1 500 armed responders throughout South Africa.
Du Toit says activating Safety Alert via the Momentum App on your smart phone allows for the immediate pinpointing of a location and the dispatch of an armed response unit. “This cuts out much of the delays that are typically encountered when having to call someone, explain the situation and give address details.”
Location Settings Must Be Always On
Users must ensure their location setting is active when initiating Safety Alert on their smart phones. Once the Safety Alert button has been activated, the nearest armed response unit will be dispatched to support clients in whatever emergencies they are experiencing.
Du Toit says Safety Alert provides access to a security service available to a much wider audience of South Africans. “Monthly security fees can be prohibitive for many South Africans, who are trying to stay financially afloat in particularly trying economic times. Safety Alert is a game-changer, offering peace of mind for Momentum Short-term Insurance clients at no additional cost for this limited period offer.”
“We really hope our clients don’t have to use Safety Alert, but the reality is, things do happen and we want to give our clients peace of mind that if it does, there is someone they can rely on and that Momentum is playing a role in helping keep them safe on their journey to success” he concludes.
A big Pat on Momentum for this much needed technology.
On Tuesday 10n September Apple announced the new iPhone 11. It is Apple’s next generation of iPhones. The new iPhone 11 comes in six new colours namely, purple, yellow, green, white, red and black. According to Apple’s CEO Tim Cook, the new iPhone 11 is packed with new capabilities and an incredible new design.
Now, let’s explore the features of the new iPhone.
Design
Image credit: T3
The iPhone 11 comes with a completely new design with anodised aluminum and glass design. Apple claims that the glass used on the on the iPhone 11 is the toughest ever glass used on a smartphone, front and back. The glass surrounds the camera in a 3d sculpted geometry.
Display
iPhone has one of the best smartphone display and the new iPhone 11 is no different. It has 6.1″ Liquid Retina Display with true tone white and haptic touch which is more compatible the iOS 13’s contextual menus.
Sound
To provide an enhance video watching experience. Apple equipped the iPhone 11 with spatial audio which provides an immersive theatre-like experience. The iPhone 11 supports Dolby Atmos for an incredible sound experience.
Camera
This is probably the most important feature for many consumers. The iPhone 11 comes with a 12 mega pixels dual camera system. The camera is wider with 120 degrees field of view, allowing the user to capture more on their photos and videos. The ultra wide feature enables users to capture more without moving, which is great for landscape shots. Added on the iPhone 11 is the optical image stabilisation and 100% focus pixels. This makes the autofocus three times faster in low-light situations.
Night mode
Another notable camera feature on the iPhone 11 is night mode which enables users to take photos at night and in dim indoor settings. It comes on automatically when it is dark enough to brighten pictures and reduce noise.
Videos
The new iPhone 11 takes better videos, with 4K and cinematic video stabilisation. Also, when taking a video users can tap on the screen to switch to ultra-wide to capture even more on the scene. Slow-mo, time lapse and cinematic stabilisation come standard on both cameras. The quick video functionality enables users to take a video in the event that they we taking a photo and quickly decided to take a video by tapping and holding the shutter button. This can be done without changing frames. Apple claims it has the highest video quality ever in a smartphone.
Front camera
The front camera got an update. Apple updated the front TrueDepth camera to a wider 12 megapixel camera, giving the user to take wider selfie shots. The front also has a 4k video capability and Apple added slow-mo video for the first time.
Perfomance
Apple’s A12 chip on the iPhone X was said to be far ahead of the industry. Now, Apple introduced the A13 Bionic chip with the iPhone 11, making it the fastest CPU on a smartphone. It does not end there, it also has the fastest GPU on a smartphone.
Does the iPhone 11 get a Pat or a Slap? Leave your comment below.
I got to ignite the streets with the Suzuki IGNIS GLX 1.2 MT this past week. The IGNIS was the third Suzuki I reviewed this year (checkout my Suzuki Dzire and Swift reviews). If there are is two things that the IGNIS, Dzire and Swift have in common are frugality and smooth drive.
The Aesthetics
Suzuki Side view
The Suzuki IGNIS is aesthetically pleasing with its distinctive grille and broad shoulders. The chunky black alloy wheels gives it a powerful and strong road presence whilst the daytime running gives it a modern furnish.
Suzuki IGNIS Front
On The Road
The true test of any car is how it drives on the road, particularly on long distance and unfamiliar terrains. Although, the Suzuki Swift is built with an urban dweller in mind, it does not disappoint on a long distance and on a gravel road. I drove the Suzuki IGNIS from Johannesburg to Mpumalanga (and back to Johannesburg) and I must admit I was completely blown away with how well the IGNIS drives on the highway for a car of its size. The IGNIS is well balanced and stable on the road. You can definitely take it on a road trip. This brings me to the comfortability and storage of the car.
Performance and fuel consumption
Driving the IGNIS was pure joy. As I mentioned in the intro two things characterises the IGNIS namely, frugality and smooth drive. The IGNIS boasts an efficient but powerful 1.2ℓ engine, getting you from A-B and further in style, at pace, without denting your budge with fuel consumption of 5.1/100KM. The light weight of the engine improves fuel efficiency through better combustion, lower engine friction, and lower emissions. Delivering 61 kW of refined power of at 6000 r/min, and 113 Nm at 4200 r/min.
Comfortability and Storage
The IGNIS GLX is equipped with climate control automatic air conditioning and has generous headroom and legroom. In terms of storage, the IGNIS has bottle holders on both front and rear doors and three cup holders. The boot space is also decent and expandable by folding the rear seats.
Safety and Security
Suzuki is
one of the least hijacked brands in South Africa and wasn’t
mentioned at all on Ctrack’s list of most stolen cars. With a standard
alarm and immobiliser, your car starts out safe.
The Suzuki safety shield includes TECT body structure that
absorbs and disperses energy from an impact, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, and
front seatbelts with pre-tensioners and force limiters.
Technology features and Connectivity
Suzuki IGNIS Interior
The test Suzuki
IGNIS that I had was last year’s model however all the models released after March
this year come standard with an infotainment systems. These are some of the
notable technology features that the IGNIS has:
Reverse Parking-Sensors
Electronic Adjustable Rear-View
Mirrors
Keyless entry
Push-to-start
Reverse parking sensors
Steering wheel controls
Day-time running lights
USB port
12V socket
7” Infotainment system with AppleCar
Play and Android Auto
Pricing
The price
for the IGNIS 1.2 GLX starts from R196 000 and comes with 2 year/30 000 KM
services.
In conclusion,
here are the Pats and Slaps of the IGNIS 1.2 GLX MT
Pat(s)
In
these tough economic times fuel low fuel consumption in a car is of utmost importance.
I give it a Pat for its frugality.
Great
drive. As I stated I was blown away with how the car drives on long distances.
Quality
sound system. When it comes to cars I am sucker for sound. The IGNIS is equipped
with six speakers which produce great quality sound.
Stunning
interior. The combination of cream, grey and black brings the interior of the
car to life.
Slap(s)
The steering
could do with more feel but that does not away the fact that the Suzuki IGNIS
is a good drive.
The annual South African motoring extravaganza is back and bigger than ever before. The festival is in its fourth year and is proudly sponsored by WesBank.
The festival will place at Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 22 to 25 August 2019. Motoring enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that the festival will run for an extra day.
A Rare Opportunity
According to Ghana Msibi Head of Motor at Wesbank the festival will offer consumers the opportunities to interact directly with OEMs and possible vehicle options.
Consumers will experience the capabilities and performance of South Africa’s leading 4X4 off-road vehicles. Above all, consumers will get a rare opportunity to view a special collection of supercars, classic cars and race cars.
Test Drives
The consumers that are looking to buy cars will get the chance to experience their dream car through the self-drive option. They will test drive various vehicles in a safe and controlled environment. There will be professionally driven test drives and pit areas with static brand displays will also be available.
Ticket Prices
General Access Weekend Pass (valid from Friday 23 Aug to Sunday 25 Aug) Pass – Adult R525.00
General Access (Day Pass) Adult – R220.00
General Access Kids (Under 16) – R50
General Access Kids (Under 6) – R20
Kids 2 years and under get free entrance.
Book your tickets here. Consumers could also win access to the festival through WesBank via Twitter and Facebook.
Secrets, a new short-form movie, was launched at a glittering premiere at NuMetro’s Hyde Park cinema today, where it was revealed that Nedbank is behind the film, trailers for which have been prominent on multiple channels for the first two weeks of July.
Being a responsible corporate citizen
“We’re excited about this being a first for the financial services industry, and with the topic being that of money, which is viewed as taboo. We wanted to keep Nedbank’s involvement secret until the launch to provide maximum impact—and to connect with the movie’s theme,” says Khensani Nobanda, Group Executive Marketing & Corporate Affairs at Nedbank.
Khensani further added that given the extent of the problem, Nedbank felt it was imperative to initiate a national conversation about the secret mainsprings of our money behaviour as a responsible corporate citizen.
The stars of the movie
The movie starred Brett Williams, Hlubi Mboya and Lindiwe Dim, Faniswa Yisa, Tevin Musara, Rolanda Marias, and shot by Romance Films under the creative direction of Joe Public United.
Secrets tells the stories of three South Africans. The stories chronicle the devastating impact on them and those around them caused by their secret, unquestioned money habits.
A partnership with Dr Tshepiso Matentjie
Nedbank has partnered with psychologist, Dr Tshepiso Matentjie, to create a framework for this journey based on the concept of emotional wealth.
“Understanding that our supposedly rational minds are actually influenced by largely unacknowledged emotional triggers is the starting point of the journey—something that the film communicates so poignantly,” Dr Matentjie says. “We also want to introduce the concept of emotional wealth, the mindset that supports the attainment of a positive relationship with money within the context of our own personal goals.”
Together with Nedbank executives, she has adapted eight money archetypes to the South African context to help facilitate this process. Clients will then be helped to use this knowledge to take positive action; uncover money secrets and adjust behaviours as necessary.
Financial experts who do good
Nobanda says that this campaign is a natural outcome of Nedbank’s positioning as Financial experts who do good. The realisation that South Africans need to manage their money well is also prompting the bank to rethink the way it offers its products and services.
Nedbank is adopting a more holistic approach aimed at supporting customers’ journey towards financial freedom, rather than simply offering point solutions and products.
“Secrets is hopefully the first step on a journey towards deeper knowledge about why we make the money decisions we do, and ultimately to make better ones,” Nobanda concludes.
The much anticipated new generation of the Mazda3 has finally been in launched in South Africa.
The new Mazda3 is a combination of beautiful designs and exhilarating performance. It adopts a matured KODO design language that embodies the essence of Japanese aesthetics. Despite sharing the Mazda3 name, the hatch and sedan models have distinct personalities – the design of the hatch is dynamic, while the sedan elegant.
Mazda has made some changes in the interior as well. The vehicle’s uncluttered cockpit has controls and switches with a consistent and unified feel that provide the driver with intuitive operation of the cabin.
The center console has been redesigned with the shift knob, new commander control and armrest moved forward, while the cupholders are repositioned to the front.
The new Mazda3 offers two interior colour options. First is the recognized black interior colour that emanates strength and sophistication. Then, exclusive to the Mazda3 hatch, is the new optional burgundy red leather seat trim, which offers a deep, vivid appearance that heightens the emotion of the exterior design.
Model line-up and pricing
All-New Mazda3 1.5L Active Manual Hatch – R359,900 | Sedan – R357,000 (Incl VAT)
Max. Power 88 kW @ 6000 rpm
Max. Torque 153 Nm @ 4000 rpm
6 speed manual transmission
8 Speaker sound system
i-Stop
Headlamps – Auto on/off
LED Headlamps
Headlamp Levelling
16″ silver metallic alloy wheels
Front rain-sensing wipers
Airbags SRS: Driver, Passenger, Knee, Side & Curtain
Social media has fundamentally impacted how brands communicate with their customers and many South African marketers are still grappling with this fact. Whether it is Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn, they just don’t seem to be getting it right.
Social media has shifted the conversation between brands and consumers from being a monologue to a dialogue. Brands are no longer required to be talking to consumers, but to be engaging with customers. Contrary to traditional media (TV, Radio, Newspapers), brands need to listen and respond to their customers and many brands suck at this. They take a long time to respond their customers’ queries (if they do respond; or give generic responses to every query.
This therefore brings me to the top-five reasons why many South Africa brands suck at social media.
1. Lack of understanding of Social Media best practices
Based on the research I conducted for my Master’s dissertation, the majority of the respondents indicated that they did not understand the social media best practices. As mentioned above, many brands don’t respond promptly to queries or don’t respond at all. According to a Lithium-commissioned study by Millward Brown, 53% of customers expect brands to respond in less than an hour. When customers have complaints, the figure shoots up to 72%.
2. Deleting negative comment or disabling comments
Social media opens a room for brands to be criticised publicly no matter their intention. The emergence of “Black Twitter” has made many South African brands wary of social media. This is because some social media users tend to hide behind the handle and say nasty things about brands. However, deleting negative comments or not allowing comments on the brands’ posts is not the best solution, as brands may lose their fan base and a negative perception could be created. Instead, brands need to take on the challenge.
3. Using the same creative everywhere
One other common mistake that South African brands make on social media is using the same creative for traditional media on social media. For example, taking an entire TVC and posting it on social media, expecting it to land correctly. Each social media platform has its own unique features. Therefore, the creative needs to be crafted according each platform’s requirements. For example, GIFs work well on Twitter.
4. Using the wrong influencers
Most South African brands fall in the trap of selecting influencers based on popularity instead of alignment. When a brand uses an influencer that is not aligned to the brand, not only does the brand run the risk of not getting their return on investment from using that influencer, but it can also have an adverse impact on the brand’s reputation.
5. Not understanding the audience
Communications 101 requires brands to have an understanding of the audience they are talking to. By gaining an understanding of their social media audience brand, they will be able to deliver better messages that resonate with their customers. A post that does resonate with the audience is as good as no post at all.
Social media will continue to dominate how brands and consumers interact and it is up to marketers to make the process seamless and ensure that it works in their favour. In order to achieve this, South African marketers will need to work hard in avoiding the aforementioned common mistakes.
If there is one car that I reviewed this year which turned many heads it has to be the new Nissan Micra Acenta. In fact, many people were in disbelief that I was driving a Nissan Micra judging from the previous generation Micra. Nissan has clearly done a stunning job when it comes to the design of the new Micra.
There are four options of the new Nissan Micra available to South African consumers namely – Visia, Acenta, Acenta+ and Acenta+ Tech. The one common denominator in all three “models” is the 66KW Turbo Petrol engine, which means you get the same performance which I will touch later in the review.
The Looks
The new Nissan Micra Acenta boasts beautiful looks. The Acenta borrows some of its looks from its big sister – Qashqai . The daytime LED running lights look similar to those of the Qashqai. At first glance you will think it is a mini version of the Qashqai. There is nothing wrong with this because they both cars wear the same Nissan badge.
New Nissan Micra front
The front fog lights coupled with the rear hidden door handles gives the new Micra an unprecedented sporty look whilst the 16” alloy wheel finishes the look.
The interior does not leave much to be desired for. The black and grey cloth interior and the chrome door handles gives the new Nissan Micra a more premium look. When it comes to the technology in the car, Nissan really went all out. The car features a multifunctional steering wheel with cruise control and a 7” infotainment screen. The infotainment screen features Apple Car play and Android Auto which I found very convenient to use.
New Nissan Micra Interior
Storage
In terms of storage the new Nissan Micra has a 300 litres boot capacity which is larger than the Ford Fiesta. One can extend the boot space by folding the rear seats. Additional storage includes cup holders for the driver, front passenger and back passenger, cellphone and keys storage. There’s also bottle storage on the side of the front doors but none for the rear doors.
Nissan Micra boot
The Drive
If there’s one word to describe the performance of the new Nissan Micra is “punchy”. The 0.9 litre Turbo Petrol engine is punchy, producing a whopping 66KW and 140 Nm. The new Micra is equipped with Hill Start Assist (HAS) which may be very helpful for inexperienced drivers as it prevents the car from rolling back when stopped on a steep hill.
What I found fascinating in the car was the cruise control and the speed limiter which assists with always being within the legal speed limit.
When it comes to petrol consumption the new Nissan Micra lives up to its promise of 5.1 litre per 100 kilo meters. The car is also equipped with start-stop which further assists with lowering fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.
The Price
The new
Nissan Micra is competitively priced. Below are the prices of the various Micra
models as on the Nissan website.
Visia – R242 900
Acenta – R268,500 (tested)
Acenta Plus – R283,900
Acenta Plus Tech – R299,900
All models come with a 3 year or 90 000KM service plan and a 6 year or 150 000KM warranty.
With all being said about the new Nissan Micra here are Pats and Slaps of the New Nissan Micra.
The Pats
Excellent fuel consumption
Stunning design
Cruise control and speed limiter
Apple Car Play and Android Auto
Hill Stop Assist (HAS)
The Slaps
Extra-large sun visors – you can barely see the road when fully opened.
Manual windows for the back passengers even on the top of the range.
Book a test drive at a Nissan dealership near you or visit nissan.co.za for more info.
Mahindra South Africa has launched an innovative pre-booking opportunity to help manage the high levels of interest in its upcoming XUV300 compact SUV.
Launched this week, this promotion welcomes South African pre-orders for the XUV300, but does not require any deposit to secure a spot on the waiting list. Prospective customers on this list will be invited to test the first XUV300s to land in South Africa and will then be given an opportunity to decide on purchasing the vehicle.
“We have had a high level of local interest in the new model from both our dealers and customers. This pre-booking promotion affords us the opportunity to manage the pre-launch anticipation leading up to the launch on 22 May 2019 and keep our customers involved and engaged during this time” says Rajesh Gupta, CEO of Mahindra South Africa.
To participate in this promotion, prospective customers can visit Mahindra, to complete a pre-booking or test-drive form. In the case of a pre-booking the customer will be requested to complete a Mahindra Finance application (non-binding), to register as a pre-booking. The only condition is that the name on the pre-booking list should be the same as the person who eventually purchases the vehicle. This exclusive pre-booking offer will close on 20 May 2019.
Once the first vehicles arrive at the end of May, potential customers with their names on the pre-booking list will be invited to test drive either the 82 kW 1.2 litre turbo-petrol or the 85 kW 1.5 litre turbo-diesel model and then be given an opportunity to decide if they wish to buy it. They will also be able to pick their preferred colour and trim level, before placing the order.
“As a reward to our first customers, the first 100 people on the pre-booking list will receive a fuel card worth R10,000 when they purchase the new XUV300 vehicle. The first 100 people who sign up for test-drives will receive a R2,000 fuel card on purchase of their new XUV300 vehicle. In addition, we will also offer a grand prize of a trip for two to India to the value of R100,000 to one of our XUV300 customers,” says Gupta.
Mahindra’s pre-booking promotion follows a successful launch of the XUV300 in India, where the demand for this new model has been significantly higher than anticipated. This helped push the XUV300 to the top of the compact SUV rankings in only its second month of sales.
In India, the XUV300 has introduced a new level of technology and luxury to the compact SUV market. Top specification models include safety features such as 7 airbags, ISOFIX child seat mountings and a combination of parking sensors and a reverse camera. It also offers luxuries such as a 7″ touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, dual zone climate control and cruise control on certain models
Suzuki beat all comers in the Lifestyle Utility and Urban Compact categories at last night’s 2019 AutoTrader South African Car of the Year Awards (COTY), held in Johannesburg.
The Swift was picked as the winner in the Urban Compact category against the Nissan Micra and was called to the stage to collect the category prize. This category considered COTY finalists that offer exceptional value-for-money, good fuel consumption and the type of ease-of-operation that is preferred for city driving.
“We are very proud to have received the prize as the best Urban Compact in South Africa. Since launching the Swift in South Africa, we have sold over 4 424 units, and it has become our best-selling model. This is thanks to its affordable price, good specification level and dynamic road manners,” says André Venter, divisional manager for sales and marketing at Suzuki South Africa.
The Swift is the reigning Japanese Car of the Year and Indian Car of the Year and it was CAR Magazine’s Budget Car of the Year in their Top 12 Awards. It was also the Budget Car winner in the 2019 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards, powered by WesBank. At the 2019 AutoTrader SA Car of the Year competition, the Swift was the most affordable finalist by a significant margin.
Suzuki South Africa has recently increased its international production order to keep up with the increasing demand for this hatchback.Suzuki was called to the stage for a second time when the COTY jury announced the winner of the Lifestyle Utility category. It considered all the COTY finalists that offer a combination of lifestyle attributes and design, without compromising utility.In this category, the Suzuki Jimny beat the other contender, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, for the category prize.
The current Suzuki Jimny has already found 438 owners since it was launched in South Africa late last year and there are an additional 900 orders on the waiting list. To help with this, Suzuki has received the green light from the Japanese head office to increase its order volume dramatically.
“There is a significant waiting list for the Suzuki Jimny in every country where it has been launched. We believe that it is a thumbs up from the customers who appreciate the pure design and off-road ability of the new model,” says Venter.
Abroad, the Suzuki Jimny is a contender in the 2019 Design and Urban categories of the World Car of the Year.“Suzuki did well to win in both categories,” says Rubin van Niekerk, chairman of the SA Guild of Motoring Journalists and convenor of the competition.
“Finalists in each category are evaluated both against the other eligible finalists in the competition and then against a set of their peers. They are also evaluated against criteria such as value-for-money and sales success, and we only choose a winner if a vehicle truly performs against all metrics.”
The all-new Mazda3 has captured the “Red Dot: Best of the Best” prize at the 2019 Red Dot product design awards. Southern Africa launch timing is set for the third quarter of 2019.
The competition’s highest accolade is awarded to products whose designs are considered genuinely ground-breaking and visionary. The new-generation compact joins the growing list of award-winning Mazda models designed according to the KODO: Soul of Motion philosophy.
The international jury selected fewer than 100 products for the “Best of the Best” prize from the more than 5,500 entries received from 55 countries. Criteria for selection include innovation, functionality, ergonomics and longevity. Mazda and the other winners will receive their awards on 8 July at the 2019 Red Dot award ceremony in Essen’s Aalto Theatre, Germany. The new Mazda3 will then join the “Design on Stage” exhibition of award-winning products at the Red Dot Design Museum Essen and feature in the Red Dot yearbook, website and design app.
“Winning the ‘Red Dot: Best of the Best’ is a very special honour because only a very small percentage of entries are granted this distinction,” says Dr. Peter Zec, founder and CEO of Red Dot. “It is well-deserved recognition for a wonderful design achievement and proof that the award-winning companies are among the best in design.”
This is the seventh Red Dot prize to date for Mazda’s Kodo models following the MX-5 RF in 2017, the MX-5 soft top, CX-3 and Mazda2 (all 2015), the previous generation Mazda3 (2014) and the Mazda6 (2013).
Initiated in 1955, Red Dot is one of the world’s largest design competitions. The product design winners, selected this year in 48 categories including cars & motorcycles, have earned the right to bear the Red Dot symbol, an international seal of excellence.
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