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A big little car or a little big car?
Matthys Ferreira
In a world where
less is more and
technology is
becoming so advanced
that the elders often
have to consult with
their teenage children
on how the cellphone
actually works, many
are downgrading their
wheels without
wanting to sacrifice
all the bells and
whistles.
And it seems
that vehicle
manufacturers
are constantly
pushing the
limits to keep
up with the
demand - or
perhaps are
they in fact
creating the
demand?
I mean, the
latter is the
fundamental
element of marketing, is it not? i10 provides excellent value and a superb had its appearance refreshed. It’s unlike standard on all modern cars these days)
Well, Hyundai is one of the many warranty. the ladies who say, “I am just going to and fog lamps right at the edges of the
brands that offer a range which allows powder my nose.” integrated bumper.
sales personnel to sell up or down Lots of appeal The fine-tuning does present one with
depending on the customer’s budget, and a much sharper-looking exterior with Continued on page 2
it is at the latter end where the Grand First launched in 2014, the i10 has just a large grille (which just about seems
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Are you ready? I drive the new CX-5 The KLR Clan tackles Sani Pass Local truckers unite
Inside
It’s time to burn some rubber in the CX-5: The integration of intuitive technology Adventurers, get ready to experience Sani Join the conversation
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Matthys Ferreria
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Continued from page 1
Nelspruit 1200 uncluttered odometer cluster behind the
steering.
OFFICE HOURS The rear-light clusters now take after some I was particularly impressed with the
of the larger Hyundai siblings, and the over- comfort offered by the drivers seat, despite
Mon-Thurs: 08:00-17:00
sized rear bumper and top-of-the-window its limited settings. We drove to Hoedspruit
and returned to Nelspruit via Origstad/
Friday: 08:00-16:00
spoiler gives the little car some muscle and a
MANAGEMENT
broader stance. Lydenburg and not once did I experience
From the side - wheels right in the corners any lower-back discomfort. This certainly
Regional manager: and a strong shoulder line - the i10 presents deserves a high-five!
Buks Esterhuizen a funky vibrant youthfulness which has The i10 offers electrically controlled
found favour with all generations. windows and side mirrors, USB, AUX, CD,
Distribution manager: The drag coefficient of the i10 measures MP3 player, Bluetooth and dual airbags, and
Monya Burger 0,35, and of course this encourages excellent this should be more than adequate for most.
fuel efficiency. Ours for the weekend came
Sales manager:
to 5,8l/100km. Kappa? Yes, it does Kappa!
earlier than later. On the open road, she is
Charmaine Schönborn
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Interior styling The 1,25-litre engine advanced DOHC/ quite content, and pulls up the hills well at
Marketing and PR: CVVT engine offers 64kW and 120Nm, and around the 4500r/min mark.
Linda Pieters Other than being one of the if you drive it at the optimum rev ranges, it Manual (an automatic is available)
most spacious small cars around does not disappoint. But be sure to rather shifting is light and precise and synchronises
offering excellent legroom in the shift down well with its light driving experience, also
rear, the dashboard offering good stability on the road.
layout is
practical. All Conclusion
controls and
buttons are The i10 allows you to downgrade
within but still turn heads wherever
easy you go, especially if yours is
reach a funky bright summer
colour. And with a
seven-year or 200
000km warranty,
it will outlast
your study
years and
support you
till you make
your first
million - I
mean that is
what millennial
startups do these
days?
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Shane Snyman (middle) receives his award.
Palm awarded for exceptional service
Matthys Ferreira challenges, large or small. index for passenger vehicles at 94,2% and
“Our non-negotiable approach towards commercial vehicles at 95,2% does not
Regulation is the name of the game transparency and honesty has always won us confirm this, nothing will.
- or is it? I am forever astounded when admiration and respect from customers, and A wise man once said, “If it works, fix
interviewing dealership personalities, being will always be fundamental in every element it”. “We will certainly keep doing that -
reminded about the relentless regulations, and decision within our business.” fixing,” concluded Van der Merwe and
checks and balances to which they have to And well, if the dealership’s 2016 CSI Snyman.
comply on every level of business.
It is, therefore, nothing less than 398140NH
remarkable to excel in these competitive
and performance-driven environments.
“We have come so close to winning
VW’s Club of Excellence award that it is
heartbreaking. Yes, so close and yet so far,”
says Palm Motors dealer principal, Dirk van
der Merwe.
When one reads the many complimentary
Facebook remarks from exceptionally
satisfied customers about their aftersales
interactions with Palm Motors in White
River, it is easy to understand the
dealership’s commitment to every customer.
In 2016 Shane Snyman, aftersales
manager, won Service Manager of the Year
for Commercial Vehicles. In 2017 he did it
again as B Category service manager
for passenger cars and also as service
manager for commercial vehicles. There
are 15 commercial vehicle workshops ‘12 Nissan Navara 2.5 DCI XE ‘12 Ford Ranger 2.2 XLS ‘15 Honda CRV
throughout the country, so this is no
mean feat. R215 900 R245 900 R245 900
Success follows success, and once
you break the initial barrier and persist
by following proven systems and
methodologies, success becomes a habit.
“We work within a defined framework
with strict operating procedures like
everyone else. What makes the difference
for us is our interpersonal relationships ‘15 Nissan XTrail 1.6 DCI XE ‘12 Toyota Fortuner 3.0 A/T 4x4 ‘12 Toyota Fortuner 4x4 Auto
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with customers and also a very stable,
well-trained and committed technical and R319 900
workshop team; a team that we have been
building over the last two years,” says
Snyman. The dealership also won a VW
Customer Centricity Award, which confirms
its commitment.
Do you see a correlation between these
awards and the demand for your workshop
service? “We certainly do,” says Van der ‘‘133 TToyota Hil
Hilux 4x4 M
Manuall ‘12 Range Rover Evoque SD4 Dynamic ‘14 Audi Q7 3.0 TDi Quattro
Merwe. “Shane and I are very competitive
by nature - these awards are a blessing and R339 900 R399 900 R479 900
the result of team effort, and one has to stay
humble and focused on the task at hand.”
“The latter includes the nurturing
and development of staff, because life
happens and neither one of us may be here
tomorrow,” says Snyman.
“Our environment is about giving and
also learning. Being able to not personalise
disappointments or customer rants is as
important as immediate attention to all
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Respect the only real cure for road accidents
Matthys Ferreira carried what was called a J534, which
we could use to issue tickets for
Other than general traffic violations wherever we
discussions on encountered them.
the ANC’s poli- These attitudes will only
antics, education, be corrected with a non-
corruption, e-toll negotiable application of
and the road carnage the law. There are specific
is on everybody’s traffic rules which apply to
lips. Driving skills parking - if you don’t have the
specialist, Rob inclination to abide by even
Handfield-Jones these, you will speed and also
once said that the overtake on blind hills and solid
government’s announcement on the past white lines - yes, you will!
holiday season’s road-death statistics is I challenge you to consider
nothing more than a publicity stunt. Fact is, your own behaviour and
the continuing road carnage certainly is no driving history before
publicity stunt - it is a raw reality, and we you simply decline this
have not addressed the real issues so as to statement. Or perhaps, and
even begin the effort to curb and/or prevent only if you are very brave,
it from escalating. ask your kids about your driving
The other day I was sitting in my car in a habits. Hmm, yes, I thought as
public parking area. A woman in an Audi A6 much.
drove past me and duly double-parked her In Afrikaans there is this saying, “kla
car. The poor car guard tried to suggest that met ‘n witbrood onder die arm”.
she correct herself, but her body language It means that while we have everything
simply told him to take two… Catch my we need, we simply can’t stop
drift? I thought, this is where the carnage complaining. If you apply economical
starts - the absolute and disgusting selfish driving techniques (we complain
attitudes and disregard for even the most about the petrol price all the
basic of driving elements. time), not only will we save fuel, we
For me, of course there is a lot more will also be much more aware of what is corrective measures will certainly improve watch our driving behaviour and attitudes,
to this than meets the eye. For me, this happening around us. the level of driving proficiency on our roads, and we need traffic officers who can and
behaviour is a telltale manifestation of This will improve the safety factor but that in itself will not ensure a sure-fire will enforce the rules with integrity and firm
low self-esteem: the “I am this/I have within one’s own driving methodologies, change of attitudes. friendliness - no exceptions!
this” phenomena and %(*&^@# you! To and you will most probably also comply The beginning and the end of the road With the right attitude we will ensure
argue with these attitudes is not an option, with and apply the rules of the road. carnage, for me, lies in changing attitudes! that our vehicles are road legal - that we
because often it will simply unleash anger You see, we can blame the system/ The latter will only be achieved through the have obtained the correct training - and we
and adrenaline which does not contribute government for the lack of proper constant and non-negotiable application of will apply ourselves to contributing to safe
to finding a solution for the situation or the driver education and testing. And, let’s all the road rules - not just those which apply driving experiences for all and sundry.
attitude. be honest, a serious reconsideration to speeding. Send us your comments to motoring@
In years gone by, police officers of current methodologies with applied It will require every one of us to diligently lowvelder.co.za.
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CX-5: The integration of
Matthys Ferreira modern and pleasing - even sporty - to the
eye.
With the introduction of the latest
incarnation of the Mazda CX-5, the car Dressed for success
manufacturer intends to increase its sales
in direct competition with Audi and BMW. The Google generation will love the fact
Will they succeed? It is likely that they will, that the new CX-5 offers a USB connection
as the new CX-5 offers a product which is in the centre armrest and legroom that will
as awesome on the eyes as it is in terms of have many others green with envy. The
performance and economy. Dynamic model offers eight-way power-
Our introduction to the new CX-5 started adjustable lumbar support for the driver.
with a drive from JHB to the Gerotek The interior ergonomics offer clean
facility just outside Pretoria. This drive in lines and silver inlays which add to a
itself proved significant, as it introduced one sophisticated dynamic and calmness,
to an improved and spacious interior with a driver-centric design which does not
a touchscreen mounted on instead of in the overpower the driver and synchronises
dashboard, like the previous model. perfectly with the Mazda’s Jinba Ittai
Upon entering the CX-5, the distinctly philosophy.
upmarket finish and fit, in my opinion, Despite a slimmer lower roofline, there
synchronised with Mazda’s sentiments is enough headroom for six-footers,
to increase market share in what can be which adds to the new CX-5’s maturity.
considered the luxury SUV market. And although the target market is 26 to
40-year-olds, I believe that it will also find
Is it new? its way into the hearts of the well-matured
generation.
Although the outgoing model sold an
average of 350 vehicles per month, much Performance
customer research indicated that less is
more. So in terms of exterior The CX-5 range offers three engine
design, there are similarities, derivatives which deliver between
but this CX-5 offers 121 to 143kW and 210 to 420Nm in the top
a smooth and less Akera AWD Auto. I drove both manual and
complicated exterior. automatic derivatives and its smoothness did
The front end impress. The 2,0-litre petrol model, in my
is dominated by opinion, is just lacking a tad in terms of its
a large grille, power responsiveness. I must immediately
redesigned bumper add though, its performance will be more
and narrower than adequate for most owners. Us motoring
LED head-light journo’s are spoiled, as we always want just
clusters enhanced a tad more.
by strong bonnet G-Vectoring Control (GVC) varies engine
design. At the rear torque in response to steering inputs and
the design fold on provides improved lateral and longitudinal
the tailgate is stronger forces to ensure optimum load on each
- even cheeky - and wheel during driving. This certainly
with short overhangs improved handling and feedback from the
and 17/19-inch wheels steering during our skidpan gymkhana
(model dependent), it is utterly experience. In the wet, acceleration which
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intuitive technology
allows maximum grip through all four on all levels and offers
wheels at all times is the key to speed, a truly pleasant
control and performance. Fail at this and you and quiet driving
will be in trouble. Of course we could not experience, a three-
resist challenging one another. year unlimited-
The CX-5 is kitted with a host of model- kilometre service
dependent safety features which can include plan and warranty,
the following: lane departure/keeping assist, among others.
heads-up display, adaptive LED headlights, And I insist that
smart city braking, navigation and a you go and test
powerlift tailgate. drive it before you
make a final SUV
Conclusion purchase decision. The
CX-5 is worthy of your
Yes, it is impressive, beautiful, lighter attention.
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BMW Motorrad hosts
nearly 900 contestants
BMW Motorrad South Africa teams and three women’s teams who
recently successfully hosted the 2017 had made the cut at the 2017 GS
GS Trophy South Africa at Badplaas Trophy South Africa qualifiers in April
Resort in Mpumalanga. The event, were also seriously streched during the
which was attended by 879 participants, skills challenges.
was the largest in its eight-year history After two days of rigorous testing
(previously known as the GS Eco), with - similar to those conducted with the
a 3,5% increase in attendance compared teams at the International GS Trophy
to 2016. - Team Gauteng were crowned the
“Our customers are fans, not just of the victors. The team was made up of
GS model range but also of the lifestyle Eugene Fourie, Mark Dickinson and
it entails. Through the GS Trophy SA Alfred van der Westhuizen.
we give our customers the opportunity The winning women’s team
to live and celebrate the spirit of GS. We comprised Elzelda van Jaarsveld, Linda
are grateful for their loyalty,” says Edgar Steyn and Antoinette van Rensburg.
Kleinbergen, general manager, BMW “The GS Trophy is a unique
Motorrad South Africa. opportunity for GS owners to share
Previously hosted at the AKTV Resort their passion, while testing their riding
in Drakensville, the 2017 GS Trophy skill and commitment to teamwork at a
South Africa featured several off-road national level.
routes, specially plotted for the event. “The calibre of all the riders who
In the afternoon, provincial teams also participated in the provincial finals was
put their mettle to the test during the GS outstanding and we are very fortunate
Trophy Provincial Finals, which decided to have customers who have such a
the winning province. high level of skill.
“We are also encouraged by
GS Trophy Provincial Finals the increasing interest of women
participating in the event,” said
In the afternoons the seven provincial Kleinbergen.
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How does an engineer improve on perfection?
Brian Cheyne bigger than when Coke tried to change difference in South Africa is it is only
their recipe in the late 80s. The angular available in white and the Exclusive is
I attended the launch of the 2017 lines and tubular frame also define the finished in a colour called iced chocolate.
BMW R 1200 GS, and the newly GS, so you cannot fiddle too much with To make these models new for 2017,
appointed general manager of BMW that either. BMW showered it with new electronics.
Motorrad, Edgar Kleinbergen, presented So what did BMW do for their 2017 The engine now also comply with EU
the development of the GS over the last line-up? Apart from a new lick of paint regulations, but they managed to keep
37 years. and sticker kit, the GS range now has the power output at 92kW.
I think the task of improving on the GS three new distinct models in the range: Design tweaks are minimal and
gets harder and harder every year, and in The R 1200 GS Standard, Exclusive and mainly comprise new paint schemes and
my opinion, BMW are slowly painting the R 1200 GS Rallye. The Standard is aluminium side covers. The most radical
themselves into a corner. When the supposed to departure from the normally reserved
press release has to mention new colour be an entry- Germans, must be the paint job on the
variants, you know that this bike is level Rallye. The frame is powder-coated
getting closer and closer to the inevitable bike, but in Córdoba blue, and the whole bike
redesign. the reflects the BMW Motorsport colours. It
But with the die-hard followers, what only is a very attractive bike.
are you going to change? If you move The Rallye has a one-piece seat, a
away from the boxer shorter windscreen and wider foot pegs. shifter was invaluable, as you don’t need
engine, the The rake of the front forks have also to reach for the clutch when you are
fallout will been changed to aid riders who love to standing up.
be far take their GS off-road. All the models Electronic aids are plentiful on the
have cross-spoke wheels. new GS, and the most important one
The rider seat can be adjusted for is the dynamic ESA. This controls
height with no tools, and GS riders damping and also has a self-levelling
will feel right at home on the new suspension. With various rider modes
model. The handlebars are still the to choose from, the BMW is ready to
wide variety, and the dash is pretty tackle any road surface, regardless of
much the same as the previous models. load.
One item that made it onto the Pricing starts at R238 990 for
standard equipment list is BMW’s the Standard and R241 990 for the
shift assistant pro. It means shifting Exclusive and Rallye. BMW also offers
gears up or down no longer requires a comprehensive accessory list, so you
the clutch. I was not the only can customise your GS to your hearts
person to point out that it makes content.
a bit of a hash of it from 1st to The changes to the suspension might
2nd, but from there the shifts were already be enough to lure existing GS
smooth. Maybe we were just not riders to the new model, but I don’t
riding it correctly. envy the engineers at BMW who have to
On the back roads we traversed, the dream up improvements for next year.
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Adventurers, get ready
Lowveld KLR Clan/Sani Dream one situated at the top. Both posts were
efficient and staff friendly.
This adventure started about six months The first night was spent in the
prior to the trip as adventure biking requires Nottingham Road area at Riverside Manor
careful planning and preparedness. Many with a very helpful Steve as our host -
meetings and test runs were conducted even assisting with repairs on one of the
preceding the Sani/Lesotho adventure. bikes. A warm dinner was enjoyed at the
On Thursday April 27 (Freedom Day) five Rosetta Hotel, seeing as at this time we
motorcyclists (four from Mbombela and one Lowvelders were already very aware of
from Sabie) left to conquer the mighty Sani the colder temperature and everyone was
Pass - a sixth adventurer (old Lowvelder) contemplating the difficult and long day
from Gauteng joining at Ladysmith. Each ahead.
one would attempt this on their Kawasaki After an early night, we followed the
KLR 650s, fully loaded with all the 110km dirt road to Himeville, to fill up with
necessary camping equipment - even tents. petrol. We were not sure if fuel would be
The still untarred Sani Pass is a definite available in Lesotho on our specific route.
bucket-list item for daring motorcyclists and From here, we continued on a difficult dirt
4x4 owners. This pass is considered one road to the bottom border post, and after a
of the more dangerous ones and lies couple of quick photos, left for Sani. The
between Underberg and Mokhotlong access road packed with traffic, probably
in Lesotho; it climbs vertically due to the long weekend.
1 332m to 2 876m with some Make no mistake, Sani itself was difficult,
A leg strech on the Lower Lotheni Road between areas having a 1:3 gradient. The especially for a first-timer and on a fully-
Notthingham Road and Himeville. actual climb is between the two loaded bike. Don’t let people tell you about
border posts with the Lesotho scooters or Harleys going up easily! It is
Looking down the Sani Pass Valley - the last bit of the Sani Pass is
daunting and challenging. Photos: Lowveld KLR Clan/Sani Dream
Lookout point at Sani Pass Mountain Lodge. Bruce Tate, Fires van Vuuren, Old KLR model with four new-shape models. The sixth bike (not photographed) is
John-Henry Daneel, Rouvierre Davis, Dix van Dam and Hardus Claasen. a Fugly similar to the one on the far left. Dix van Dam acts as the bike guard.
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to experience Sani Pass/Lesotho like never before
hair-raising and daunting to look up at the first bridge conditions deteriorated rapidly.
dreaded switchbacks (ascending hairpin On some of the sections we only managed
turns) waiting your turn between the 4x4s. an average speed of 9 km/h and we never
Timing is of crucial importance. Don’t succeeded going quicker than 50 km/h. It is
get too close to a vehicle in front of you only after the large bridge crossing, that the
showering out rocks from their spinning road got better.
tyres. At the same time watch the vehicles We reached Thaba-Tseka around 17:00
coming down so that you do not have to in the afternoon and nearly missed the two
stop in a switchback losing momentum, Engens for refueling. At this time all the
falling over. Most of the tour operators riders were exhausted. After turning right
and commercial taxis are considerate to to the Katse Dam (another heartbreaking
bikers but it is the wannabe adventurers that 60km), the road allowed us higher speeds
present the real danger. but with unavoidable potholes.
It is also important to take a break Due to fatigue, loss of concentration really
to rest, maybe searching for some of became a serious danger. A breakdown just
the Drakensberg bird specials, like before last light confirmed to everyone that
the Drakensberg it was going to be
Rockjumper or unavoidable to drive
Sisken, to allow you If you consider doing an adventure at night, something we
to a breather. There on an adventure bike, make sure had all hoped would
is also a tendency to
grip the handle bars
to do the Sani Pass not happen.
The team stayed
way too hard sending together and got the
spikes up your arms - so it’s a good idea to bike repaired with cable ties (only a KLR). Arriving at Golden Gate, Lichens Pass. Old-shape
let them rest. We finally reached Katse Dam at 18:45 in versus the new-shape KLR.
Only one biker lost his balance on the last complete darkness (nearly 13 hours in the
turn and had to put his bike down, luckily saddle). Needless to say dinner and a warm passes. At the higher points, some more than (fugly) and four new-shapes (fanly) KLRs.
with no damage to the bike (or biker). bed were well appreciated. 3 000m, we did experience power loss on During the trip two of the KLR’s central
After the border post, we turned right to During the day we were all impressed the KLRs but could still easily maintain the 6mm bolts holding the luggage racks
the Sani Mountain Lodge (2 874m) to enjoy with Lesotho’s beauty and its people. Even legal speed limit. Traffic increased around broke - temporally fixed with cable ties
a well-deserved beer or drink at the highest without stopping, one noticed the owners’ Pitseng and exiting Lesotho was easy again or borrowed bolts and nuts. We also had
pub in Africa. The views of the surrounding care for their animals. We never saw animals at both border posts. to replace a broken battery. Fortuitously
mountains were absolutely breathtaking without somebody attending. At the high A late lunch and sitting around was this happened right next to a bike shop in
and worth every drop of sweat. We couldn’t altitudes, houses were properly built with enjoyed at a very busy Clarens whereafter Himeville. One of the other bikes had a
stay long and were off to Mokhotlong on a material from the environment. However, we continued to Golden Gate to pitch our loose battery connection which was fixed
stunning tar road 46km further, then another stone throwing from youngsters is a reality, tents and experience the region’s in seconds. Other than that, no other major
left onto the Thaba-Tseka dirt road, which be warned. frigid temperatures. mechanical problems were experienced.
eventually took us to Katse Dam, a 160km The last day started much more relaxed The next morning was the final day of Tyres used on the bikes were predominantly
journey. This was just after 13:00, and in with everyone having their first official our trip back home to Mbombela which Heidenau’s (on three bikes), Michelin Siracs
retrospect, much too late to attempt this road breakfast on the trip at Katse Lodge. We we did via Harrismith, a bit longer but and Pirelli Rallycross. Not one puncture was
safely. left for Golden Gate on the tar road via still interesting. All six bikes completed experienced by the group.
The saying “it cannot get any worse” Pitseng, Butha-Buthe, Caledonspoort Border this difficult, and at some sections, very If you consider doing an adventure on an
does not apply to the Thaba-Tseka Road. It Control, Fouriesburg and Clarens. Again we technical trip. adventure bike, do the Sani Pass and like us,
started out not too badly but then after the were astonished by the beautiful mountain The six bikes consisted of two old-shape you will never forget the experience.
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Matthys Ferreira and once they reach their destinations, they
still have to oversee the loading (on or off)
The demise of our formerly flourishing before the day is done. It really is a lonely
rail transport system (though some believe occupation.
it is recovering) stimulated the trucking So chill and be mindful, not just of that
industry and today the latter is vibrant, trucker next to you in traffic, but of all
extremely competitive and offering many traffic challenges. Truckers require longer
opportunities for both ownership and stopping distances so please do not “jump
employment. the queue” by insisting to
It is also an industry grab the space in front
where perceptions are So chill and be mindful, not just of of them when they
not always correct or
positive. But be that as that trucker next to you in traffic, approach a stop or
traffic light. The same
it may, it is important but of all traffic challenges applies when passing
to remember that - be sure that you will
the face of many a have enough time and
trucker represents a dad or a mother with space to do that, because they cannot stop as
responsibilities equal to your own. quickly as a car or swerve to accommodate
And, operating a truck on any road and your dangerous behaviour. They need two
in all our traffic-packed cities is a very lanes when turning, so refrain from pushing
demanding and hazardous occupation. into the left- or right-hand lane. If you get
Truckers spend 16 to 18 hours on the road squashed, it is your mistake.
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on our truckers’ goals
The Lowveld is famous for its many of the public engaged with them.
breakfast runs, bike runs, waterfall So despite the chilly weather and the fact
runs, bike and car shows, and the rest, that the number of truckers in attendance
but trucking stuff, other than the odd at this first event did not pan out to be
manufacturer introduction, has been non- what was expected, it was a thoroughly
existent. This is about to change though. enjoyable and enlightening exercise. The
Robert Lemmon of MacMan Vehicle now, much wiser participants have some
Services and well known in local Harley new aces up their sleeves for the next 1960 Diamond T, belonging to Gerhard Pretorius, absent
circles, has traded his Harley for a truck and event. All indications are that the next in the group photo.
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of local long-distance truckers gathered When asking Robert what his ultimate
at Bergvlam from where they undertook bucket-list truck is, he replied the W900L
a round trip of 220km to White River, Kenworth. And if you see this truck, you
Hazyview, Graskop, Pilgrim’s Rest, Sabie will understand his sentiment.
and back to Mbombela. On route, and Should you wish to join this
everywhere they stopped for initiative, email Robert on
a bite or a cuppa, members rlemmon@macmanvs.co.za.
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John Telford and Victor Ntsekhe.
Teams battle it out for the ultimate victory
Charmaine Fortune two races. 4x4 Mega World Porter. conditions and gradually slipped down the
The Fouries completed the first half of the After starting the day in fifth place, leader board.
South African champions, Evan Hutchison race with an intercom problem, but once that the Labuscagnes found The next event on the calendar is the
and Danie Stassen won a Special Vehicle was sorted they put in another workmanlike it tough going in the Toyota Kalahari Botswana 1000 Desert
category two-horse race on the Battlefields drive. Race on June 23, 24 and 25.
400, round two of the South African Cross The Fouries, however, only had The event is the only marathon
Country Series Auto. 38 seconds to spare over Stefan van Pletzen race on the calendar,
In the process, Hutchison and Stassen and Richard Carey in the Live Lesotho and is again based in
gave the King Price Extreme team its Chenowth. Jwaneng.
first victory in only the second race of the Van Pletzen, who won the opening event
season. The pair, in the King Price BAT in Lichtenburg with Jaco Pieterse, and
Viper, came in around seven minutes clear Carey picked up a 10-minute penalty for not
of Lance Trethewey and Geoff Minnitt in stopping at a road crossing on the qualifying
the LTE BAT Venom, in a race run in wet race to determine grid positions, and started
conditions and freezing cold temperatures. the race in eighth position.
Hutchison and Stassen, and Trethewey Showing a little more aggression than
and Minnitt, dominated the qualifying race in the opening race, they came in ahead
to determine grid positions at the main of Naeem Moosajee and Rayhaan
event. Bodhanya (Tyre Rack Jimco), who
The King Price Extreme pair had around were delighted with a top-five finish
eight minutes to spare in the race, but the after adopting a cautious approach
gap would have been much closer had because of the conditions.
Trethewey and Minnitt not picked up a five- Schalk Burger and rally champion
minute penalty. Elvéne Coetzee, in the King Price
“We never had any issues, but the Extreme Porter, completed the first
conditions were treacherous,” said of two loops that made up the race
Hutchison at the end of the race. with no back brakes, while Lourens
“Despite the conditions it was the perfect and Carien Booysen (BAT) were
day for us, and Danie and I were delighted happy just to finish with no major
to give the team a maiden win.” issues. John Telford and Victor
Trethewey’s comment was, “It was like Ntsekhe (Calcamite Hellcat) were
grease out there,” but the crew, in one of in the same boat and collected their
their sporadic national series appearances in second Class P win on the trot.
the last couple of seasons, did a sterling job. Werner Kennedy and Thinus Venter,
Despite the penalty, they were almost in the Live Lesotho Aceco, were
11 minutes ahead of the husband-and-wife second in Class P and ninth overall with
team, Marius and Jolinda Fourie (PHB BAT) the father and daughter combination of
who picked up their second podium finish in Coetzee and Sandra Labuscagne 10th in the Evan Hutchison and Danie Stassen. Photos: Nadia Jordaan
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