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VW Polo Life Juliet McGuire

2024 Volkswagen Polo Vivo Life | Easy living

It is easy to see why the Volkswagen Polo Vivo smashes it when it comes to sales in South Africa. “Easy” being the operative word. It is all about easy living, you see. I love a car to be fuss-free, and the Polo Vivo is just that. I know it is high on the hijacking list here in good ol’ SA, but that is also a numbers thing, right? There are so many on the road, the stats for it being hijacked are, of course, going to be higher than other cars that don’t sell in droves. But watch my video to see all the reasons it is a car to consider. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel! You don’t want to miss a thing. And have you checked what would you pay for car insurance? How do you feel about the Toyota Hilux with mild hybrid technology? If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice.

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Toyota Hilux 48V Juliet McGuire

2024 Toyota Hilux Raider 48V | Mild or Wild?

Who would have thought that we would be driving a mild-hybrid Hilux? I suppose anything is possible these days. But this is like super mild technology, so much so that I am not sure it is even worth mentioning. But lucky for you, I like to mention everything 😉 Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel! You don’t want to miss a thing. And have you checked what would you pay for car insurance? How about a Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance? If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice.

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Mercedes-AMG C63

2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance | Goodbye V8

What would you pay for car insurance? Purists are up in arms about the lack of V8 in the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance. Is it such a problem? You will have to watch my video to find out. But let me say this, this new C63 is fast. Like silly fast! Need something bigger? Much bigger? Like the Hyundai Staria? If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice

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Hyundai Staria | A family affair

How much would you pay? We were due for a family roadtrip and what better way to travel than in a van, such as the Hyundai Staria. There was more space than we could fill, which I have never said before. I can usually fill any car up with everything I pack. The Staria defeated me. Who would have thought? If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice

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Lexus NX PHEV

2024 Lexus NX 450h+ PHEV | Peace of mind

You will want this car insurance quote for yourself! Toyota and Lexus are smashing it out of the park with their hybrid and plug-in hybrid offerings. And this Lexus NX is just another notch on that environmentally friendly belt. If you missed last week’s video, it was the Audi SQ5. If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice.

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Audi SQ5

2024 Audi SQ5 | Is it worth it still?

That’s hard to say because the Audi Q5 is so good, but it is getting on. The SQ5, although fast and fun, could also do with a little update. Thankfully there is a new Q5 arriving soon-ish. Would I spend this kind of money? Watch the video to find out but you might already know the answer to that question. Get yourself that insurance quote. Here is the Chery Tiggo 4 Pro. If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice.

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Chery Tiggo 4

2024 Chery Tiggo 4 Pro | Is it really more efficient now?

BUT FIRST, get a car insurance quote before you do anything else. Chery has listened to its customers and has tried to address the high fuel consumption we have all been harping on about. The solution comes in the form of a DCT instead of the CVT. Has it helped lower the fuel consumption? Watch the video to find out. Take a look at the Audi Q3 Sportback! If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice.

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Range Rover Sport

2024 Range Rover Sport | In all its glory

Is there a name more synonymous with luxury SUVS than Range Rover? I think not. This, right here, is everything that luxury was meant to be. It is the Ranger Rover Sport. Enjoy a closer look at this absolute beauty. PRICING (Sept 2024): Range Rover Sport D350 Autobiography: R2 520 300 as standard. PRICING OF THE RANGE ROVER SPORT RANGE STARTS AT R2 099 999. For a full price list be sure to visit Land Rover’s website

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Juliet McGuire Audi Q3 Sportback

Audi Q3 Sportback Black Edition | Get it while it’s hot!

FIRST, get a car insurance quote before you do anything else! The Chinese car brands are coming in hotter than most manufacturers at the moment, so my advice is to get this Audi Q3 Sportback Black Edition while it is still hot. Although it will still cost you a pretty penny. But it is lovely. And so refined. Did you know the current CitroĂ«n C3 Aircross doesn’t have Isofix. If you’re up for a chat, you can find me on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and now Threads – it’s hard to keep up. And don’t forget to be a peach and subscribe to my YouTube channel and obviously follow me on TikTok. Hippo Comparative Services (Pty) Ltd is an authorised financial service provider. Terms and Conditions online. Please note that the information contained in this video does not constitute financial advice.

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Toyota hybrid hilux

You can’t beat Toyota when it comes to NEVs!

Toyota has been at the forefront of New Energy Vehicles (NEV) and it will continue to fly the carbon neutral flag right into the future. I have been saying for some time that Electric Vehicles (EVs) are not all that, especially not here in South Africa. We just don’t have the infrastructure or, to put it bluntly, the money. They target such a teeny tiny percent of this country, how can they be sustainable for any manufacturer? This is where Toyota just gets it right. The plan is to be carbon neutral by 2050, and that doesn’t only involve EVs. Toyota want to accelerate widespread use of next-generation vehicles to save energy and respond to a diverse range of fuels. This means a widespread use of fuel cell, electric and other Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs). There are 54 countries in Africa, each with a unique environment, market and policy to consider. In response to such diverse needs, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is preparing all options, including Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs), Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs) and Hydrogen Combustion Engines (H2ICE), while also enhancing the efficiency of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by expanding our usage to run on carbon-neutral green fuels, all under the policy of “leaving no one behind” to tackle carbon neutrality with a “multi-pathway approach”. A smart move made by Toyota yonks ago, and one they continue to make, is around hybrids and plug-in hybrids. It is such a clever way for customers to move toward energy efficient vehicles without taking the plunge directly into EVs. It is also a far more affordable option. “In such an environment, we believe that HEVs are the most practical solution for carbon neutrality in Africa. They don’t take electricity from the grid, they can reduce CO2 emissions by 40%, make use of existing petrol stations, and are more affordable than BEVs,” says Andrew Kirby, President and CEO of TSAM. There are many options for customers now, but there will more and more options coming our way. Some of the options we got to experience at the recent Women in Auto event held be Toyota in the Western Cape. These included the Corolla Cross 1.8 hybrid and the mild hybrid Fortuner and Hilux, We even got to sample a few that aren’t on the market such as the Battery Electric BZ4X, the fuel cell electric Mirai, and the plug-in hybrid RAV4. If I wasn’t a Toyota fan already, this event just cemented so many positives for me. Not only were we there to celebrate the incredible women within this tough industry, but we got to see what the future looks like for Toyota, and all I can say is, it will be a rosy one! Watch this space!

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