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EPISODE · Aug 1, 2026 · 22 MIN

Motoring Feature: Volkswagen's big reset – can simplicity save the brand?

from The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast · host 702

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Kumbi Mtshakazi, resident motoring enthusiast, about Volkswagen's strategy to streamline its model range to remain competitive. They discuss what this means for consumers, how the rise of Chinese car brands is reshaping the market, and whether a simplified lineup can help VW maintain its competitive edge. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702Land. Thanks for listening. Catch the 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu live on 702 every weekend morning from 6 am to 10 am (SA time). Find more from the show and catch-up podcasts on the Primedia+ app https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj Subscribe to the 702 newsletters for more https://buff.ly/v5mfetc  Let’s keep the conversation going online: 702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702    702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702  702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/  702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702  702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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