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Motor Minute with Deon G

Expert car reviews in under two minutes. Deon G breaks down the latest vehicles hitting South African roads with honest insights on what works, what doesn't, and whether it's worth your money. From affordable family SUVs to premium sedans – no marketing speak, just the facts that matter.

*** Originally airs Monday nights at 19h30 on East Coast Radio.
Weekly English South Africa Automotive
27 Episodes
20 – 27

VW Tayron Review

The Volkswagen Tayron is a brand-new SUV sitting between the Tiguan and Touareg – and Deon G says it's built for one thing: the South African family road trip. Is it worth considering over its rivals? Listen to find out.
16 Feb 1 min

Isuzu D-Max Review

Deon calls it "very slick" – the Isuzu D-Max 3.0L turbo diesel 4x4 double cab. One of South Africa's most respected bakkies, but does it live up to the hype? Deon's verdict: "Why? 'Cause I said so." Listen to find out his full reasoning. *Tune in to Motor Minute with…
9 Feb 1 min

Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV Review

Deon G calls it "something really special" – and it's made his top three affordable large SUVs of 2025. The Chery Tiggo 7 plugin hybrid at R619,900. What technology impressed him so much? Listen to find out why this is a "win-win deal."
17 Nov 2025 2 min

Haval H6 Review

Deon calls it a "done deal" – the facelifted Haval H6 at R495,500. But what did his N3 highway test reveal about this family SUV? Does it feel premium or budget? Listen to find out why Deon Gs so convinced.
10 Nov 2025 2 min

BMW X3 Review

It won Car of the Year and Deon G understands why. The BMW X3 goes head-to-head with the Audi Q5 and Mercedes GLC, but there's a reason you see more X3s on South African roads than its rivals. Deon drove the performance-focused M50 – and he's got strong opinions about…
3 Nov 2025 2 min

Mahindra XUV 3XO Review

In this Motor Minute car review, Deon G gets behind the wheel of the Mahindra XUV 3XO, one of South Africa's fastest-growing and most talked-about compact SUVs. Starting from just R229,999, the XUV 3XO has attracted attention for its modern styling, advanced technology, premium features, and exceptional value for money…
13 Oct 2025 2 min

Mercedes-Benz CLE 200 Convertible review

In this Motor Minute car review, Deon G takes the Mercedes-Benz CLE 200 Convertible for a closer look, exploring how this luxury soft-top blends premium comfort, elegant design, and open-air driving enjoyment. Designed to replace both the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet and E-Class Cabriolet, the CLE 200 Convertible brings together the…
25 Aug 2025 2 min
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