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This week in SA motoring news 21/08/2020

We take a look at the important headlines making South African automotive news this week.

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Weekly SA Motoring News wrap-up

 

Audi introduces an online quotation tool for the Audi Freeway Plan Extension

Audi has introduced a convenient, online tool which provides a cost estimate to Audi owners who are planning on extending their Audi Freeway Plan (AFP) through a quick and easy process. The new AFP online calculator allows consumers to input their current vehicle details and select a desired service and/or maintenance cover option according to time or mileage perimeters. The online system will generate a simple cost estimate to the AFP extension request in an effort to guide the consumer's purchase consideration without the need to visit or call an Audi Dealership.

 

New Renault Duster TechRoad released

The Renault Duster SUV model has proved to be a resounding success within the car market.  The range was complemented by the very capable Renault Duster 4x4, and now welcomes the Duster TechRoad MY20 derivative to this ever-popular model range.

Retail pricing is as follows

New Duster 1.5 dCi TechRoad 4x2  R316,900
New Duster 1.5 dCi TechRoad EDC 4x2 R350,900

 

Land Rover pulls out all the stops with towing tech

Land Rover has helped remove some of the stress of reversing a trailer with its optional Advanced Tow Assist feature, now available on all Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles. Advanced Tow Assist allows drivers to reverse a trailer using the rotary controller on the centre console to guide the vehicle. The Terrain Response knob assumes the role of the steering wheel, and while operating the pedals as normal, the intuitive system shows the predicted path of the trailer with coloured guidelines on the infotainment screen. This enables drivers to steer with ease as the vehicle calculates the precise level of counter-steering required to maintain the desired trajectory.

 

New dates for Festival of Motoring 2021 announced

The 2021 Festival of Motoring will focus on the celebration and achievements of the industry whilst highlighting innovation & aspiration for the youth of SA. The content and marketing of the festival revolves around these three elements. The core of the event remains the experiential platform provided for OEMs to demonstrate products and services. The 2021 edition will take place from the 26 - 29 August 

 

 

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