Cargumentative

Join Sunday Times motoring journalist Thomas Falkiner on Cargumentative: a sometimes-pugnacious podcast about all things cars and motoring.

Expect spirited banter about everything from general car culture and classics right through to new releases and industry news. Sit down, plug in and gear up.

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Keywords: Motorsport, cars, motoring, car spotter , podcast, auto, car lover, automotive news, vehicle, car news, car manufacturers
Weekly English South Africa Automotive · Sports
84 Episodes
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Our top car picks for 2020 so far

This week on Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in studio by Brenwin Naidu and resident petrosexual - Phuti Mpyane​. This week the gents have a mid-year report and talk about cars that have impressed impressed them in 2020 thus far. They also chew the fat on the latest motoring news.
17 Jun 2020 36 min

Are French and Italian cars really unreliable?

​In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner in joined in studio by Denis Droppa and Phuti Mpyane. They discuss what what's been happening in the motoring world, what they've driving and whether or not any of them could actually buy and own a French or Italian motor vehicle.
8 Jun 2020 42 min

Exploring SA's car communities

​In this episode of Cargumentive, Thomas Falkiner is reunited in the real-world studio with Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. The guys chat about what they've been driving as well as what's been happening on the news front of things. Producer Paige also makes an appearance behind the mic to ask…
1 Jun 2020 38 min

'Buying down' in light of Covid-19

In this episode of Cargumentive Thomas Falkiner is once again joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu. This week they talk about 'buying down' in light of the Covid-19 crisis and what vehicles you should consider from three main segments of the market - hatchbacks, sedans…
25 May 2020 30 min

Iconic cars that don't live up to the hype

​The band is back together! In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner is joined in the virtual studio by Denis Droppa and Brenwin Naidu to talk about what's been happening in the motoring world over the last two weeks. They also chat about meeting their heros – cars that they…
18 May 2020 28 min

Crossing Africa in a Hillman Imp - Terence Tracey shares his adventure 

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner chats to Terence Tracey about his epic 2013 trek from Johannesburg to London in his 1963 Hillman Imp - an adventure that many of us can only dream of. Tracey reveals why he did it, what he encountered along the way and what…
11 May 2020 33 min

The golden age of SA motorsport ft. racing legend Deon Joubert

In this episode of Cargumentative, Thomas Falkiner has a one-on-one with SA racing legend, Deon Joubert. From his rise up the ranks to racing overseas at Monza and battling it out in the country’s once-proud super touring car series, Joubert spills the beans on local motorsport’s so-called ‘golden era’.​
4 May 2020 24 min

Talking classic Porsche restoration with Wernher Hartzenberg

In this episode of Cargumentative Thomas Falkiner has a one-on-one with Wernher Hartzenberg from Aircooled Wonders about the ins and outs of classic Porsche restoration, why the 928 makes a surprisingly good racing car and what it's like to drive a 356 Carrera 2 from Johannesburg to Matjiesfontein​. 
27 Apr 2020 40 min

Keeping your car in shape during lockdown

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys give some top tips on how to keep your car in shape during the Covid-19 lockdown. They also take a look at what's been happening in the automotive industry over the last couple of weeks.
20 Apr 2020 16 min

Rob Green Motorsport on modifying your ride

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys are joined in their virtual ‘studio’ by Adrian Burford: the PR officer for renowned SA tuning house, Rob Green Motorsport. They talk about the ins and outs of modifying your car and the various options available to suit your budget. The team also…
14 Apr 2020 43 min

Virtual is the new reality for motoring enthusiasts

In this episode of Cargumenative the guys host a special show dedicated to sim racing - an online sport that's making headlines during the Covid-19 pandemic. To find out more about it, how it works and what you need to take part, they are joined in their virtual studio by…
6 Apr 2020 37 min

Strange and quirky cars

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys talk about strange and quirky cars. From nuclear powered Fords to obscure, gullwing-doored Toyota coupes from the 1990s, sit back and enjoy an interesting drive into the automotive unknown. They also touch on the latest news and chat about what cars they've been…
30 Mar 2020 24 min

Cars that ignite passion & motoring pet-peeves 

In this episode of Cargumentative, our panel of motoring journalists discuss what they love and loath about cars.  The team deep-dive into the iconic classic cars that fueled their adoration for all things motoring, as well as the modern trends that just drive them crazy. 
16 Mar 2020 22 min

Covid-19 hits the motoring industry hard

Motoring shows, racing events and motoring production chains have undoubtedly been affected by the global outbreak of Covid-19. In this episode of Cargumentative, the team looks at the huge impact Covid-19 is having on all sectors of the global motoring industry. They speculate that the outbreak may mark the end…
9 Mar 2020 34 min

Why don't South Africans like station wagons?

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys discuss why the station wagon hasn’t been more popular in South Africa. They also chat about what they’ve been driving lately and what car launches they have attended. ​
2 Mar 2020 38 min

Listener question: Have modern cars become too clinical to be fun?

Modern cars have long been criticised by petrol heads for being monotonous and overly clinical. The assertion that all modern cars are missing “character” is a common accusation levelled against them. In this episode of Cargumentative, the guys try to tackle a listener's question which divides the room. Are modern…
25 Feb 2020 32 min

Second hand car challenge: impressing ladies on a budget

In this episode of Cargumentative the guys are tasked with finding a secondhand car (for R200,000 or less) that’s guaranteed to make a strong impression on a first date. Which one will win Producer Paige’s approval? There’s also a generous serving of motoring news and a spirited discussion about the…
23 Feb 2020 42 min

SUV's with classic car potential

In this episode the guys have to pick a SUV – past or present – that has the potential to become a future classic. They also touch on all the latest motoring news and talk about the launches they’ve been on and cars they’ve driven.  ​
10 Feb 2020 54 min

What to expect from SA's motoring scene in 2020

A new decade. A new year. A brand new show.Cargumentative is making a comeback in 2020 with an exciting new panel of in-house presenters. In this episode host Thomas Falkiner is joined in studio by motoring journalists and industry heavy-weights Denis Droppa, Brenwin Naidu and Shaun Korsten.They discuss the latest…
3 Feb 2020 46 min

Modern cars are not made with aftermarket considerations in mind

In this episode of Cargumentative, Nadav shares a new YouTube series he has found that demonstrates just how impossible it has become for modern cars to be repaired. Are cars becoming throw-away electronics, like your modern day iron? Join the cargument:
11 Nov 2019 55 min
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