Go! Drive & Camp Magazine - April/May 2024
Go! Drive & Camp Magazine - April/May 2024
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In this issue
In this issue of go! Drive & Camp: To the farm! - Find calm along the banks of the Olifants River; Zimbabwe - Let’s go see Gonarezhou’s elephants; Caravan show 2024 - SA manufacturers flaunt
this year’s latest models; Montagu - Weekend break in a sweet spot and 4x4 Professor - Border security: All about meat.
The pinch of the pump
In a time where every penny counts, you should be cautious about where to spend it, says Neels van Heerden.
2 mins
Is the Jimny suitable for overlanding?
He has a theory on whether the Suzuki Jimny is suitable for overlanding, but he is also about to find out for himself, says Mic van Zyl.
3 mins
Klein-Kariba chronicles
His family has camped so often at ATKV Klein-Kariba that they now consider this popular resort their holiday home, says Roelof van Eeden of Witbank.
2 mins
So ugly it's cute
Longing for the good old days when vehicles took inspiration from aircraft? Citroën has the compact mobile home just for you.
2 mins
WHO'S THE BAKKIE KING?
Eight brands, seven categories... and one overall winner. We find out which double-cab bakkie performs best when towing a caravan and off-roading.
10+ mins
Viva, Amarokoroko!
We take a spin through the Western Cape's Cederberg to See if the Ford-built Volkswagen Amarok retains its poshness.
3 mins
Hook, line and tune
That exhilarating rush you feel when something tugs at your hook and races away with your line is what perpetually draws him back to the angler's paradise, says singer Bok van Blerk.
2 mins
Discover Dinokeng: beyond the Big Five
The Dinokeng Big Five Reserve is a favourite for weekend getaways, but just past its borders lies an untapped haven waiting to be explored.
5 mins
Life's a farm in Bonnievale!
Bonnievale presents a unique setting where kids, camping and church come together for a unique family holiday.
10+ mins
Into the heart of the Cederberg
From Duiwelsgat to Heuningvlei, from Wupperthal to the Biedouw Valley. Drive through a world where poet Boerneef's mountain goose sheds a feather and author Jan Rabie's dreamland begins.
10+ mins
A Landie for a lord
Are you still yearning for the original Land Rover? The good news is that a limited stock has recently been made available, but it is highly unlikely that you'll get your hands on one, unless you are a member of the landed gentry.
2 mins
Help preserve our natural splendour
If you've ever found yourself shaking your head at the condition of various provincial reserves in our country and would like to do something about it, Neels van Heerden has some advice for you.
2 mins
Double check those dual batteries
If you’re contemplating a dual-battery and management system installation, shop around and get as many opinions as possible,
3 mins
Charm at half price
For just over half a million rand, the Mahindra XUV700 AX7L offers a lot more car than you'd expect. Let's see how it performs when towing a caravan.
6 mins
Rhinestone cowboy
We spent a week roving through the Baviaanskloof and Addo Elephant National Park in the fifth generation Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland.
2 mins
Mountain goat or school runner?
Ford asserts its Everest is leaving the Fortuner category to compete with luxury sports utility vehicles such as the Prado. We examine this claim by getting behind the wheel of its latest model.
3 mins
A fortunate Fortuner
If you've ever wondered what an all-in-one, ready-to-camp vehicle looks like, Jacques Bekker from Bellville owns a great example.
4 mins
Addo calling
Addo Elephant National Park is popular for a reason: encountering an ellie is highly likely. Here's what you can expect in a small section of this well liked reserve.
3 mins
Embrace the serenity
The Marico region in the North West is begging to be explored. So, next time you're travelling on the N4 from Gauteng to Botswana, stop over in this tranquil world for a few days.
5 mins
By the rivers of Baviaans
Nestled between Willowmore in the Little Karoo and Patensie in the Gamtoos Valley, the Baviaanskloof offers 4x4 trails, campsites and an opportunity to sit down and be captivated by tales that elicit chuckles and sometimes tears.
10 mins
Time to disconnect
Every so often, you get the urge to detach completely from the world around you and camp where you can commune with nature. That's the kind of tranquillity you'll find in Hoedspruit.
10 mins
Outback packs a punch
Subaru's plan to spice up the otherwise docile Outback involved transplanting the WRX's engine
2 mins
Prince of the mountain passes
For Italian automakers, it's all about road grip, and the Stelvio is leads the pack of SUVs
2 mins
The privilege of Africa
The opportunity to show first-time visitors around South Africa and letting them experience a small sample of its many treasures, is both an honour and a privilege
2 mins
A container full of nostalgia
News of the possible demise of Tupperware takes him on a trip down memory lane, says Neels van Heerden as he also wonders about its impact on the environment.
2 mins
Smartphone or GPS?
Your smartphone has Google Maps, and you can also get navigation apps for your phone that work without cellular signal. So why would you need a GPS device?
5 mins
Camping happiness
Embracing the great outdoors for body and soul, Gretha Schoonraad never stops camping, even when she’s not feeling her best
3 mins
A lucky 13 with Lady
Some cars are famous, while others are legendary, says Danie Pienaar from the Strand. He shares the story of his 1984 Land Cruiser FJ60, powered by a 4,23 ℓ six-cylinder petrol engine
4 mins
A tiny jewel
When they visited the Anysberg Nature Reserve for the first time earlier this year, they weren’t sure what to expect. Piet and Magda Janse van Rensburg from Villiersdorp tell us about their experience
2 mins
A short long trip
Join us on a journey through the Great Karoo, across the Swartberg to the Little Karoo
2 mins
Go! Drive & Camp Magazine Description:
Publisher: Media24
Category: Automotive
Language: English
Frequency: Bi-Monthly
A 132-page lifestyle magazine for campers, caravan and 4x4 enthusiasts and adventure travellers.
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