E80 | Keep It or CHANGECARS | Driving Culture, Classic Car Care, DSG Problems & Hybrid Questions

In Episode 80 of Keep It or CHANGECARS, Mike is joined by our resident workshop expert, Adam Ford for a wide-ranging discussion covering everything from driving culture to modern gearbox failures. After returning from Australia, Mike highlights the stark contrast between road behaviour overseas and what South African drivers experience daily. From synchronised traffic lights to drivers respecting road rules, the discussion raises important questions about law enforcement, accountability, and road safety in South Africa. The episode also dives into classic car ownership, with practical advice on how to maintain older vehicles that aren’t driven often. Topics include: 🔧 Why you shouldn’t just start and move a classic car 🔧 The importance of coolant, brake fluid and maintenance intervals 🔧 How tyre age can be more dangerous than tyre wear 🔧 Why trailers and caravans often fail on the highway Mike and Adam also tackle one of the most controversial topics in modern motoring: ⚙️ DSG gearboxes They explain why dual-clutch gearboxes can be brilliant to drive but extremely expensive to repair — and why many workshops avoid working on them altogether. The conversation then shifts to modern vehicle technology, including: ⚡ Plug-in hybrids and what happens when the petrol engine starts at highway speed ⚡ Whether automatic gearboxes are now more efficient than manuals ⚡ Why brands like Toyota and Mazda prioritise long-term reliability ⚡ The growing complexity of modern vehicles and why technicians must specialise If you have a motoring question you'd like answered on the show: 📩 Email: [email protected] And if you're buying a car and want honest advice before making a decision: 📞 Call or WhatsApp Mike: +27 83 377 5432 Because Keep It or CHANGECARS isn’t just a show — it’s a platform for South African motorists to get honest advice. #KeepItOrCHANGECARS #CHANGECARS #CarAdvice #DSGGearbox #CarMaintenance #HybridCars #CarReliability #SouthAfricanCars #AskMikey -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapters 0:00 – Welcome to Keep It or CHANGECARS with Adam Ford 0:20 – Driving in Australia vs South Africa 🇦🇺🚗 3:00 – Why traffic circles and lane discipline matter 5:30 – Road deaths, law enforcement and accountability 10:20 – Classic car ownership: should you start a car that’s been standing? 11:45 – Condensation inside engines and proper warm-up procedures 12:50 – Why antifreeze and coolant are critical for older cars 15:40 – Modern cars vs old cars: why repairs are getting expensive 17:00 – Audi reliability and maintenance concerns 20:20 – When warranty and motor plans become complicated 22:20 – Brake fluid maintenance for classic and modern cars 28:00 – Should you change engine oil every year on low-mileage cars? 31:20 – Trailer and caravan wheel bearings: a common roadside failure 33:00 – Tyre age vs tread depth: when should tyres be replaced? 36:10 – Insurance risks with old tyres 39:00 – Why modern cars are the most complex machines you own 42:25 – Automatic vs manual gearboxes: which is more efficient? 44:50 – DSG gearbox problems explained 47:00 – The expensive reality of DSG repairs 50:20 – Why many workshops avoid DSG gearboxes 52:00 – Are Chinese dual-clutch gearboxes reliable? 53:30 – Toyota reliability and fixing mistakes quickly 54:00 – Plug-in hybrid question: does a cold engine starting at highway speed cause damage? 58:40 – Why modern cars no longer show battery warning lights 1:00:10 – Are modern cars reaching the limit of technology? 1:02:00 – Final thoughts & send us your motoring questions -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🤩Visit CHANGECARS and find your Dream Car from Trusted Dealers🤩 https://www.changecars.co.za/ 🛻ALL THINGS MOTORING🏍️ https://www.allthingsmotoring.co.za -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✅See More Retro Reviews✅    • RETRO REVIEWS   --------------------------------------------------------------------------------    / @allthingsmotoringbychangecars   🏁 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✅SUBSCRIBE to the Channel✅    / @allthingsmotoringbychangecars   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🎉Get Insurance with Discovery Insure & CHANGECARS🎉 https://www.discovery.co.za/car-and-h... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ✅See the BEST Car Reviews at SwitchOff SouthAfrica✅    / @switchoffsouthafrica   --------------------------------------------------------------------------------