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		<title>NDS Drift series this weekend</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/06/20/nds-drift-series-this-weekend/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2008 13:52:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<title>World Car of the Year finalists announced</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/02/27/world-car-of-the-year-finalists-announced/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:59:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After the International Motor Show that will be held early March, the New York Auto Show will come. You probably knew it but what you didn&#8217;t knew is that the organization planning the &#8220;World Car of the Year&#8221; awards have decided it&#8217;s top three finalists in each of the four categories. 47 automotive journalists helped [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After the International Motor Show that will be held early March, the New York Auto Show will come. You probably knew it but what you didn&#8217;t knew is that the organization planning the &#8220;World Car of the Year&#8221; awards have decided it&#8217;s top three finalists in each of the four categories. 47 automotive journalists helped for the list to be built.</p>
<p>So here are the &#8220;nominees&#8221;:</p>
<p><strong>2008 World Car of the Year Finalists</strong><br />
Ford Mondeo<br />
Mazda2 / Mazda Demio<br />
Mercedes-Benz C-Class</p>
<p><strong>2008 World Design of the Year</strong><br />
Audi R8<br />
Mazda2 / Mazda Demio<br />
Volvo C30</p>
<p><strong>2008 World Performance Car</strong><br />
Audi R8<br />
Audi S5 Coupé<br />
BMW M3</p>
<p><strong>2008 World Green Car</strong><br />
BMW 118d with Efficient Dynamics<br />
SmartForTwo cdi<br />
Volkswagen Passat 1.9 TDI</p>
<p>Past year&#8217;s winners included Audi A6 in 2005, BMW 3 Series in 2006 and Lexus LS460 in 2007. Place your bets people.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.wcoty.com/media/" target="_blank">WCOTY</a></p>
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		<title>Renault Laguna GT Revealed &#8211; Stylish and Expressive</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/02/22/renault-laguna-gt-revealed-stylish-and-expressive/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:36:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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Announced a few minutes ago, Renault Laguna GT is the newest model to come out from the French bench. It&#8217;s stylish and expressive and it uses the new Active Drive chassis which is complex a four wheel steering system (4WS) set up that will make the new Laguna GT to  &#8220;reach new heights in driveability [...]]]></description>
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<p>Announced a few minutes ago, Renault Laguna GT is the newest model to come out from the French bench. It&#8217;s stylish and expressive and it uses the new Active Drive chassis which is complex a four wheel steering system (4WS) set up that will make the new Laguna GT to  &#8220;reach new heights in driveability and active safety&#8221;.</p>
<p>The performance for this sports tourer, which is actually a family car, is assured by two engines. One is a 2.0 dCi diesle engine that sports 180hp  and a turbo 2.0-liter petrol engine to come up with 205hp.  With special 18-inch Celsium alloy wheels which hide large 320mm front brake discs and a dark charcoal leather on the interior the new Renault Laguna GT is going to look great at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show.</p>
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		<title>Geneva 08 : BMW Vision EfficientDynamics X5</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/02/22/geneva-08-bmw-vision-efficientdynamics-x5/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 22 Feb 2008 12:07:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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International Motor Show in Geneva this year is going to be big. Very big, because there are so many announcements with lots of new models coming up. That&#8217;s the case with this BMW twin-turbo diesel hybrid X5 that uses the Vision EfficientDynamics Concept technology. The engine is a 2.0 liter four cylinder diesel that sports [...]]]></description>
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<p>International Motor Show in Geneva this year is going to be big. Very big, because there are so many announcements with lots of new models coming up. That&#8217;s the case with this <strong>BMW twin-turbo diesel hybrid X5</strong> that uses the Vision EfficientDynamics Concept technology. The engine is a 2.0 liter four cylinder diesel that sports 204hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, and is mated to a hybrid motor that brings 20hp more and 154 lb-ft of torque.</p>
<p>It uses a 8-speed gearbox designed by ZF and it should be able to come up with 43.5 mpg, and with 172 g/km of CO2 emissions. This is so <em>green </em>that the solar panels have been mounted on the roof. This is going to be the world premiere of the <strong>BMW Vision EfficientDynamics X5</strong> so I bet it&#8217;s gonna be big.</p>
<p>via <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/21/geneva-08-preview-bmw-twin-turbo-diesel-hybrid-x5/" target="_blank">AutoBlog</a></p>
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		<title>2009 Jaguar XKR Portfolio coming to Geneva</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/02/19/2009-jaguar-xkr-portfolio-coming-to-geneva/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:38:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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Here is another beauty that comes to Geneva this March, 2009 Jaguar XKR Portfolio. It&#8217;s an upgraded version of the Jaguar XKR we knew with bigger wheels (20-inch &#8220;Selena&#8221; alloys), better brakes, a unique Shadow Grey metallic paint with contrasting milled aluminum side-vents and a glowing interior.
Now that I mentioned the interior of the 2009 [...]]]></description>
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<p>Here is another beauty that comes to Geneva this March, 2009 Jaguar XKR Portfolio. It&#8217;s an upgraded version of the Jaguar XKR we knew with bigger wheels (20-inch &#8220;Selena&#8221; alloys), better brakes, a unique Shadow Grey metallic paint with contrasting milled aluminum side-vents and a glowing interior.</p>
<p>Now that I mentioned the interior of the 2009 Jaguar XKR Portfolio, it comes with gorgeous charcoal with cranberry twin-needle topstitching or ivory with slate stitching leather seats so that you can relax while you drive. Now if you&#8217;re a fan of audio setups then this one is for you:  525-watt Bowers &amp; Wilkins sound system.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s official as you read.</p>
<p>via <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2008/02/18/geneva-08-preview-2009-jaguar-xkr-portfolio/" target="_blank">AutoBlog</a></p>
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		<title>New Toyota iQ &amp; Urban Cruiser</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/02/13/new-toyota-iq-urban-cruiser/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:10:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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Toyota is very active in the small segment and things are going to stay that way. The company just announced that the new Toyota iQ is going to be revealed during Geneva Motor Show next month. It&#8217;s about 3 meters long, big enough for three adults and some luggage and very safe (they say). Toyota [...]]]></description>
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<p>Toyota is very active in the small segment and things are going to stay that way. The company just announced that the new Toyota iQ is going to be revealed during Geneva Motor Show next month. It&#8217;s about 3 meters long, big enough for three adults and some luggage and very safe (they say). Toyota will also bring the Urban Cruiser to make its European debut.</p>
<p>Do you like the iQ?</p>
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		<title>Volvo XC60 Official in Geneva</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/02/08/volvo-xc60-official-in-geneva/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:54:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ladies and gentlemen it&#8217;s official. We no longer need to speculate and listen to rumors about the new Volvo XC60, because the Swedish car manufacturer announced they will show it off during Geneva Motor Show starting March 4th. Can you remember the first Volvo XC60 spy shots we&#8217;ve told you about last month?

I&#8217;m not sure [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ladies and gentlemen it&#8217;s official. We no longer need to speculate and listen to rumors about the new Volvo XC60, because the Swedish car manufacturer announced they will show it off during Geneva Motor Show starting March 4th. Can you remember the first <a href="http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/01/28/volvo-xc60-first-spy-pictures/" class="broken_link" >Volvo XC60 spy shots</a> we&#8217;ve told you about last month?</p>
<p style="text-align: center"><img src="http://www.carblog.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/volvo-xc60.jpg" alt="Volvo XC60" /></p>
<p>I&#8217;m not sure if you&#8217;re as excited as I am with XC60, but all those lines and the beauty mixed with the sporty looks make me believe that this is going to be a success for Volvo. Do you like it?</p>
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		<title>Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2008/01/26/mitsubishi-lancer-prototype-s/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:37:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mitsubishi and Subaru have always been head-to-head with releasing extremely aggressive (as in performances and looks) models. It&#8217;s time for Mitsubishi this year to take Lancer to the next level: a 5-door sportback sedan. Dubbed Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S, it should be available if our sources are correct in March at Geneva.

The same sources said [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mitsubishi and Subaru have always been head-to-head with releasing extremely aggressive (as in performances and looks) models. It&#8217;s time for Mitsubishi this year to take Lancer to the next level: a 5-door sportback sedan. Dubbed <strong>Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S</strong>, it should be available if our sources are correct in March at Geneva.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.carblog.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/mitsubishi-lancer-prototype-s-sketch.jpg" alt="Mitsubishi Lancer Prototype S" /></p>
<p>The same sources said that judging by the looks it should have closely specs with the Evolution Ralliart model, using a 2.0 liter supercharged engine that develops 240hp, permanent all-wheel drive, active centre differential and active yaw control.</p>
<p>We&#8217;ll probably know more by the end of February.</p>
<p>via <a href="http://carscoop.blogspot.com/2008/01/geneva-show-mitsubishi-lancer-prototype.html" target="_blank">CarScoop</a></p>
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		<title>Buick Riviera Concept for Detroit</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/12/19/buick-riviera-concept-for-detroit/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:28:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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So far Buick&#8217;s Riviera Concept was only presented in China at Auto Shanghai 2007 in April, but we&#8217;ve heard that it will make its debut on North American soil, next month at Detroit Auto Show. Though we get to see it that much the chances to see it live are very low but rumors say [...]]]></description>
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<p>So far <strong>Buick&#8217;s Riviera Concept</strong> was only presented in China at Auto Shanghai 2007 in April, but we&#8217;ve heard that it will make its debut on North American soil, next month at Detroit Auto Show. Though we get to see it that much the chances to see it live are very low but rumors say that future Buicks like the next-gen Buick LaCrosse will borrow a lot of features from the looks and the design of the Riviera Concept.</p>
<p>If the picture is not enough and you want to see it exhibited then 19th-29th January in Detroit is the first place, then at Chicago Auto Show from 8 to 17th February.</p>
<p>via <a href="http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2007/12/buick-bringing.html" target="_blank">Cars.com</a></p>
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		<title>Pininfarina Sintesi Concept Car at Geneva</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/12/18/pininfarina-sintesi-concept-car-at-geneva/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:34:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pinifarina just announced that in March 2008 during Geneva Motor Show they will bring a new concept to the public that should anticipate future trends when it comes to car designs. It&#8217;s been three years now since the last concept we&#8217;ve seen from the Italian company, the Maserati Birdcage in 2005.

Maserati Birdcage Concept 2005
Pininfarina Sintesi [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pinifarina just announced that in March 2008 during Geneva Motor Show they will bring a new concept to the public that should anticipate future trends when it comes to car designs. It&#8217;s been three years now since the last concept we&#8217;ve seen from the Italian company, the Maserati Birdcage in 2005.</p>
<p><img src="http://www.carblog.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/maserati-birdcage-concept.jpg" alt="Maserati Birdcage Concept" /><br />
<font size="1"><em>Maserati Birdcage Concept 2005</em></font></p>
<p>Pininfarina Sintesi is the name and was designed by Director Design, Lowie Vermeersch that has more than 10 years experience. I am sure it will not only focus on &#8220;beauty driven by functionality, of sportiness and elegance&#8221; but will be almost flyable if we consider the looks.</p>
<p>2008 is going to be one of the best years in the auto industry.</p>
<p>via <a href="http://www.autoblog.nl/archive/2007/12/17/pininfarina-komt-met-nieuwe-conceptcar-sintesi" target="_blank">AutoBlog.nl</a></p>
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		<title>BMW X6 Sports Activity Coupe, Going to Detroit (video)</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/12/18/bmw-x6-sports-activity-coupe-going-to-detroit-video/</link>
		<comments>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/12/18/bmw-x6-sports-activity-coupe-going-to-detroit-video/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2007 07:31:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Alex Ion</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[At the Detroit Auto Show next year (next month to be precise), BMW will come up with their latest X6 Sports Activity Coupe model. A combination of a SUV, a SAV and CUV, this is a crossover version of a very powerful but elegant large BMW coupe.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At the Detroit Auto Show next year (next month to be precise), BMW will come up with their latest X6 Sports Activity Coupe model. A combination of a SUV, a SAV and CUV, this is a crossover version of a very powerful but elegant large BMW coupe.</p>
<p>BMW X6 Sports Activity Coupe will have two twin-turbo engines, first a 3.0-liter with 6-cylinder that sport 300hp and a 4.4-liter V8 engine that goes up to 400hp. All versions will include the xDrive all-wheel-drive technology for better stability, agility and steering precision. It should be available from the second quarter of 2008 (with rumors say end of 2008) and meanwhile you can watch the video.</p>
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		<title>Ultimate Street car @ Wesbank</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/05/16/ultimate-street-car/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2007 15:54:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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The 19th &#038; 20th May will see skilled drivers from around the country competing against each other in a variety of disciplines at WesBank Raceway in the Castrol Edge Ultimate Street Car Challenge. There will be some highly tuned and exotic machinery to once again decide who will be the ultimate street car driver. Due [...]]]></description>
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<p>The 19th &#038; 20th May will see skilled drivers from around the country competing against each other in a variety of disciplines at <a href="http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/04/06/wesbank-wednesday-nights-still-rocking-the-party/" class="broken_link" >WesBank Raceway</a> in the Castrol Edge Ultimate Street Car Challenge. There will be some highly tuned and exotic machinery to once again decide who will be the ultimate street car driver. Due to the events huge popularity the driversâ€™ bookings have already closed with over 80 entries from around the country. </p>
<p>The organisers have decided to involve a worthy charity in all the upcoming events and www.helpmehear.org.za will be receiving a large portion of the proceeds from the two days so that they can carry on making a dream come true. </p>
<p>Entry per day will be R30, while a weekend pass will cost R40. The events will start at 9am on both days and will go on the till late so come early and ensure that you donâ€™t miss a thing. WesBank Raceway is situated off the N3 on Rand Airport Road in Germiston.</p>
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		<title>Fire spitting, tyre shredding short oval action</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/04/25/fire-spitting-tyre-shredding-short-oval-action/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Apr 2007 09:50:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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The third round of the exciting 2007 Oval championships will be taking place at the floodlit 400m Buddy Fuller short oval at WesBank raceway on Saturday night, 28 April, in addition to the intense racing action the night will be packed with the usual line up of drifting displays and sound-offs.

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<p>The third round of the exciting 2007 Oval championships will be taking place at the floodlit 400m Buddy Fuller short oval at <a href="http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/04/06/wesbank-wednesday-nights-still-rocking-the-party/" class="broken_link" >WesBank raceway</a> on Saturday night, 28 April, in addition to the intense racing action the night will be packed with the usual line up of drifting displays and sound-offs.</p>
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<p>With 11 classes competing from the sideways sliding V8 sprint outlaws, thundering Total V8â€™s, fire spitting Hot Rods, agile 1600 &amp; 2 litre Modifieds to the small but very quick Super Midgets and Micro Midgets, there is a class that appeals to everyone.</p>
<p>The racing takes place on the last Saturday of every month and spectators are welcome to bring <a title="coolest guy on the internet" href="http://www.charlnorman.com/coolest-guy-on-the-internet/">cooler</a> boxes, gas braais and even walk through the pits. Refreshments and food will be readily available. The gates open at 2pm and racing gets underway at 6pm till late. Admission is R40 for adults and R20 for children.</p>
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		<title>Itâ€™s â€˜Veyron Timeâ€™ at the Gumball 3000</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/04/24/it%e2%80%99s-%e2%80%98veyron-time%e2%80%99-at-the-gumball-3000/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Apr 2007 08:00:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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It is that time of the year when the entire automotive buzz comes to literal halt, irrespective of what related event is in progress for it is April and the only place the buffs want to be at, is the Gumball!
The Bugatti Veyron will feature in this years run. It is being equipped with Laser [...]]]></description>
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It is that time of the year when the entire automotive buzz comes to literal halt, irrespective of what related event is in progress for it is April and the only place the buffs want to be at, is the<strong> Gumball!</strong></p>
<p>The <a target="_blank" title="Bugatti Veyron" href="http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/07/17/bugatti-veyron-larger-than-life/" class="broken_link" >Bugatti Veyron</a> will feature in this years run. It is being equipped with Laser Pro Park, a system that is basicly a parking aid with a twist. Other than helping you park the over a million dollar Bugatti Veyron in small parking spots it somehow makes it impossible for laserguns to get a reading. This means you can drive the Bugatti at speeds itâ€™s made for without having to worry about a big fine from a cop with a lasergun!</p>
<p>The present buzzz is the fact that Veyron will be the new entry into the famous run and the most expensive entrant to date.</p>
<p>Keep watching <a target="_blank" title="broadcast your car" href="http://www.zoopedtube.com">ZoopedTube</a> for videos from the run posted daily!</p>
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		<title>TOTAL V8 Drivers prepare for first circuit race of 2007</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Apr 2007 12:48:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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The mighty roar and rumble of the Total V8â€™s will once again be heard at WesBank raceway on Saturday 14th of April as the combination of talented development drivers and seasoned racers take to the challenging 2.4 km road circuit for the first round of the 2007 Championships.

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<p>The mighty roar and rumble of the Total V8â€™s will once again be heard at WesBank raceway on Saturday 14th of April as the combination of talented development drivers and seasoned racers take to the challenging 2.4 km road circuit for the first round of the 2007 Championships.</p>
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<p>Launched in 2006 with Total SA sponsorship and management by Peter Lindenberg, the Total V8â€™s allow up and coming development drivers to experience real racing in real race cars. After having cut their teeth on various ovals throughout the country as well as in Namibia and having raced on road circuits the development drivers have improved to the point where the seasoned racers will have to watch their backs at every turn.</p>
<p>The start of the 2007 championships sees racing legend and Total V8 mentor Peter Lindenberg retiring from the series. â€œHaving won the 2006 championships I feel that it is time for the new and up-and-coming drivers to make their markâ€, he explained. Two new drivers will be joining the field. Ann Evans, an accomplished off-road racer will be taking part in her first ever on-road race and Jurie Human (Orange truck Rental), a roof of Africa off-road competitor will be filling in the second spot. It will be a steep learning curve for the off-roading newcomers as they face the challenges of piloting these V8 brutes.</p>
<p>Ross Lazarus (Jonnesway ,2nd place overall in 2006) and top placed development driver Ismael Peck (TOTAL, 3rd in 2006) will be working hard to stay at the sharp end of the grid as the talented field spearheaded by the extremely fast Seefie Fourie Jnr (Karcher, 4th in 2006) currently a short oval champion, will be making sure that first place in this years series will be fought for till the bitter end.</p>
<p>Magesh the â€™King of Spinâ€™ Ndaba (TOTAL, 5th in 2006) the well known spinning celebrity will be looking to improve on his impressive placing as he takes the challenge to the rest of the field. Victor Pardal and Dawood Hoosein (TOTAL, 7th and 8th respectively in 2006), both licensed drag racing officials and hosts of WesBank Wednesday night drag racing will have their own cars for this year so expect to see some impressive performances from them. Deyana Peck (Brakpan Diff and Gearbox Centre), who at 16 years old has amazed spectators and competitors alike with her skill behind the wheel, completes the line-up of this exciting series. Deyana will for now only be competing in the Oval events. </p>
<p>Other classes in the regional circuit event include the Super Saloons, Formula Libre, M, GTI and Ford classes as well as the Lotus Challenge, Silvercup, Superhatch, Alfa Trofeo and super speedy 250cc Superkarts to round off an impressive field of entrants.</p>
<p>Entry tickets will be available at the gate at a cost of R40 per adult and R20 per child. The pits are open for spectators to mingle with the drivers and the great WesBank facilities with well situated grandstands will allow for unparalleled viewing of the racing.</p>
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		<title>Independent racing team prepare for debut in Durban with A1 GP</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Feb 2007 15:49:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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After much burning of midnight oil,  Peter Lindenberg, who is well known in KZN for his Formula 1 Powerboat achievements, will be entering a three car privateer team into the challenging world of production car racing in 2007.  Their first event will be the production car curtain-raiser to the A1 Grand Prix in [...]]]></description>
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After much burning of midnight oil,  Peter Lindenberg, who is well known in KZN for his Formula 1 Powerboat achievements, will be entering a three car privateer team into the challenging world of production car racing in 2007.  Their first event will be the production car curtain-raiser to the A1 Grand Prix in Durban this weekend. Named the â€˜Hotontarâ€™ team, Lindenberg Racing will be fielding three new spec Subaru WRX Stiâ€™s in class A, challenging the big factory teams as an independent team entry. Medal Paints are the main sponsor of the only lady in the Production Car National Championships, Clare Vale, who is a former Shelby Can Am driver. Racing his magnificently turned out red â€˜Scoobieâ€™, Peter (Ferodo / Champion / Ram) will also be joined by former Silver Cup driver Dawie Olivier (Bosal / Ram) in the third driverâ€™s seat.</p>
<p>Perry Chetty, Medal Paintâ€™s Marketing &#038; Sales Director, who lives in Westville, joins Bosal, Ferodo, Ram, Subaru  and Champion Spark Plugs and the major backers to the team.</p>
<p>Lindenberg Racing have always done things their own way and the Hotontar team is no exception; the carsâ€™ eye-catching liveries have a very different look, and the unique pit setups which will allow spectators far more interaction with the team will bring some welcome changes to the production car series.</p>
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Having won two Super Saloon National oval titles (2005 &#038; 2006)  and a hat-trick of Total V8 championship wins, the former powerboat champion recently typically hung up his helmet in oval racing at the top. He will still compete in Historic races but his main focus for the coming years will be the Hotontar team. Production car racing is one of the few areas that Peter Lindenberg has not competed in and with the current motor industry boom, the Bridgestone production car racing series is set to grow rapidly with increased support from the major manufacturers. With 10 events comprising of two heats each and the entire season enjoying TV coverage, the opportunities are clearly evident. The local Subaru enthusiasts are also a passionate bunch and seeing their cars racing head to head with the established teams will be very exciting indeed.</p>
<p>â€œWinning partnerships are the key to continued success, and our decision to race Subaru vehicles for the Production car challenge was reached after looking at many factors that influence Production car racing today,â€ said Lindenberg. â€œThe cars are based on standard models and the team is solely responsible for their preparation from the ground upâ€, he added. The Subaru package of all wheel drive, boxer engines and turbo charged technology is unique in the Production car lineup and may provide the team with a competitive edge. The vehicles are being developed at the Lindenberg Racing workshops based at WesBank Raceway in Germiston.</p>
<p>Remia Brynardt, Lindenberg Racings workshop manager is very upbeat about the teamâ€™s prospects for this year, and he knows that they will be under a lot of pressure over the next two weeks. â€œThe Durban street race with its concrete walls is very unforgiving. Having the first official round of the championships the following weekend in Gauteng will not ease the pressureâ€, he added. The drivers are taking their involvement very seriously and are involved in a fitness and weight loss routine (Clare Vale has already beaten the men in this category) to improve their performance as well.</p>
<p>The team will be in Durban as of Wednesday this week to start to prepare for their first race</p>
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		<title>National Pro Tour makes debut this Sunday</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Feb 2007 11:35:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The newly launched Pro Tour National Championships will see drivers trading paint and shredding tyres at their debut race this Sunday 18 February around WesBank Racewayâ€™s top class 2,6km circuit.
Some of SAâ€™s premier national and regional categories have joined together for the Pro Tour series, to provide drivers and spectators with a day of really [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The newly launched Pro Tour National Championships will see drivers trading paint and shredding tyres at their debut race this Sunday 18 February around WesBank Racewayâ€™s top class 2,6km circuit.</p>
<p>Some of SAâ€™s premier national and regional categories have joined together for the Pro Tour series, to provide drivers and spectators with a day of really close paced racing.</p>
<p>The National categories will be represented by the Formula Ford Zetecs, Hollard Shelby Can Amâ€™s and Formula Veeâ€™s. The premium regional categories will include the Altech Porsche 924 and Unlimited classes, Goldwagen VW Challenge (which is boasting a field of 60 plus cars!) as well as the Lotus challenge support class and the Sports Racing Association. Entertainment will include a drifting display on the esses.</p>
<p>Admission tickets will be available at the gate on Sunday at a cost of R40 per adult and R20 per child, Saturdays practice will be free entry. Racing starts at 10am until 6pm. The pits are open for spectators to mingle with the drivers and the great WesBank facilities with well situated grandstands will allow for unparalleled viewing of the racing.</p>
<p>WesBank Raceway is situated off the N3 on Rand Airport Road, Germiston. For further information please call (011) 842-8000 or visit <a target="_blank" title="wesbank" href="http://www.wesbankraceway.co.za" class="broken_link" >www.wesbankraceway.co.za</a></p>
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		<title>Zoopedup.com car club parkinglot cruise</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2007/01/30/zoopedupcom-car-club-parkinglot-cruise/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2007 22:34:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[On Wednesday night, 31st Jan, the Zoopedup car club will be hosting an unofficial meet at the Green Point stadium McDonalds to chill out, meet n&#8217; greet and even grab a chow.
If your in Cape Town Click Here UK Style Cruise..
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>On Wednesday night, 31st Jan, the Zoopedup car club will be hosting an unofficial meet at the Green Point stadium McDonalds to chill out, meet n&#8217; greet and even grab a chow.</p>
<p>If your in Cape Town <a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=22045" class="broken_link" >Click Here</a> UK Style Cruise..</p>
<p>Anyone from any car club is welcome.</p>
<p>You will be able to get your hands on some Zoopedup.com decals, <a href="http://www.teamzoopedup.com">click</a> for more info.</p>
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		<title>Illegal to legal drag racing</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2007 08:29:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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The theme is Germany versus Japan for the first round of the popular 2007 Ferodo Illegal 2 Legal programme for heads up drag racing takes place at WesBank Raceway on Friday 26 January under floodlight from 7pm till 11pm.
Adrenaline junkies are invited to bring along their street legal car or bike and duel down the [...]]]></description>
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<p>The theme is Germany versus Japan for the first round of the popular 2007 Ferodo Illegal 2 Legal programme for heads up drag racing takes place at WesBank Raceway on Friday 26 January under floodlight from 7pm till 11pm.</p>
<p>Adrenaline junkies are invited to bring along their street legal car or bike and duel down the world-class quarter mile drag strip under floodlight and learn how to race with pukker drag lights. With the focus for the first event being Germany vs Japan, and there will certainly be war on the drag strip with BMWâ€™s, Audis, Porsches, VWâ€™s, Opels and Mercs challenging Subarus, Mitsubishiâ€™s, Nissans, Mazdas, Toyotas and Hondas! Plus a gymkhana contest, which will also focus on Germany vs Japan, an IASCA sound-off and spinning training and spinning display by the King of Spin â€“ Magesh and his club members!!</p>
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The drag racing format is â€˜Heads Upâ€™ street racing, with times and speeds shown on the electronic scoreboard for all to see, and printed out for the competitors. There will be R6,000 prize money spread between the 4, 6 and 8 cylinder cars and the S (below 1,000cc) and SBÂ  (Superbike) bike classes.</p>
<p>Dirk Gloy, who races a normally aspirated 2 litre, 8 valve VW Golf is hoping to improve his quarter mile elapsed time from 14.2 seconds into the 13 seconds after lightening his car.</p>
<p>Racing his 1400 twin-cam 16 valve Nissan Turbo-charged bakkie, Pieter Coetzee plans to get from the high 11 seconds into 10 seconds.</p>
<p>One can only wish god speed to Pastor Fanie Coetzee, who started drag racing three years ago in the PST category on his Suzuki Hayabusa at the age of 50, and he finished 6th overall in SA last year. â€œI clocked my personal best time of 8,9 seconds and 275 k/ph at the last race, and I hope to go quicker as I prepare for the first round of the nationals on 4 February at WesBank Racewayâ€, he said. WesBank Raceway look forward to welcoming back Tony de Matos, a top bike contender who has been out of racing for a year following a massive bike accident on the highway. Although he still uses a crutch, de Matos is confident he will make it back to the top.</p>
<p>Race entry is R50,Â  plus an annual MSA club license (R100 and available on the night). Contestants must bring along a crash helmet and wear long pants and long sleeves for protection.</p>
<p>R40/adult or R20/child for spectators. Gates open at 6pm, and racing starts at 7pm. Refreshments available, and a great night vibe.</p>
<p>WesBank Raceway, Rand Airport Road, Germiston off the N3 South.</p>
<p>CallÂ  (011) 842-8000 or 072 777 1999 for further information.</p>
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		<title>Sony Honda Civic up for grabs</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/12/06/sony-honda-civic-up-for-grabs/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2006 14:49:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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<p>It may only be a competition for street legal cars and drivers with no racing background, but the finals of the Action Street Car racing event taking place at WesBank Raceway on Sunday 10 December will be awarding the winner with a brand new Sony sponsored Honda Civic complete with a pumping sound system valued at no less than R180 000-00. So to put it mildly the competition will be fierce. To make regular licensed drag racers even more envious, the runner-up will win a sponsored drive next year in their own car by Yokohama tyres and Speed &#038; Sound, while 3rd place driver overall will receive a family season pass for all WesBank events for 2007.</p>
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Spectators will be more than welcome to witness the racing as the 100 top drivers from these events challenge each other for the top spot in the finals. The finals will add dialed in times to the equation which will ensure that consistency is as important as outright speed. This makes the Action Street Car challenge unique in that the recipient of the prizes could literally be any aspirant racing driver holding a valid license in his every day street legal or licensed car with normal tyres.</p>
<p>Gates open at WesBank Raceway in Germiston at 9am, and practice runs start at 10am with eliminations commencing at 2pm. Admission is R30 per car, racing or spectating. Entertainment throughout the day will include an awesome spinning demonstration by Magesh â€˜the spin kingâ€™ Ndaba, quad biking, go-karting and much much more.Â  For more information visit: <a target="_blank" title="Wesbank" href="http://www.wesbankraceway.co.za" class="broken_link" >www.wesbankraceway.co.za</a>.</p>
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		<title>Auto Africa Preview</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/11/02/auto-africa-preview/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2006 23:41:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Seagyn Davis</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Auto Africa is a car show held in South Africa annually. It is an internationally rated show and it allows car manufacturers to show off their brand and to show the public what the future of their brand holds, and also many choose to show what kind of capabilities they have with many concept [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Auto Africa is a car show held in South Africa annually. It is an internationally rated show and it allows car manufacturers to show off their brand and to show the public what the future of their brand holds, and also many choose to show what kind of capabilities they have with many concept cars being on display.</p>
<p>A few examples are Toyota, Renault and Ford with their concepts cars, Honda with the &#8220;oh so&#8221; cute AI Robot and then Audi with their amazing RS4 Convertible and the mouth watering, eye catching, sexy and exhilarating to say the least R8.</p>
<p>There is so much more to speak about and show you, but i will leave you with these few images..<br />
<img alt="The all new Audi R8" src="http://img223.imageshack.us/img223/5777/mg0642ii3.jpg" /></p>
<p><img alt="Asimo the robot." src="http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/9350/mg0868tr7.jpg" /></p>
<p><img alt="The new VW Golf R32" src="http://img93.imageshack.us/img93/8565/mg0776sb9.jpg" /></p>
<p><img alt="Mercedes DTM Convertible" src="http://img139.imageshack.us/img139/5278/mg0521je0.jpg" /></p>
<p>Seagyn Davis<br />
Cuz<br />
cuz@teamzoopedup.com</p>
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		<title>Zoopedup news for the month of September vol 2</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/09/21/zoopedup-news-for-the-month-of-september-vol-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:35:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Zoopedup news for the month of September vol. 2

Zoopedup GP event
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Zoopedup GP will be organising a breakfast run/Fun Day at Gold Reef City Theme Park on Sunday the 1st of October!
Entrance into Gold Reef is R90 for adults. Once you are inside, all the rides are free and there are plenty!!
The convoy will be meeting [...]]]></description>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"><a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18418" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext" /></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup GP event<br />
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup GP will be organising a breakfast run/Fun Day at Gold Reef City Theme Park on Sunday the 1st of October!</span></p>
<p>Entrance into Gold Reef is R90 for adults. Once you are inside, all the rides are free and there are plenty!!</p>
<p>The convoy will be meeting at the Jan Smuts McDonalds in Hyde  Park at 9am (Close to The Colony Shopping Centre) &#8211; Sharp!</p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"><span id="more-141"></span><br />
If all goes well, we should reach Gold Reef by 10:30am. Therefore, we would miss most of the â€œrushâ€ and we could get a few runs in on the bigger rides before the kids get there, and thatâ€™s when we start pushing and punching!</span></p>
<p>I know this isnâ€™t the usual run of the mill Breakfast run we are all used to, but its something fun, and something your better half might enjoy as well!</p>
<p>So please show your support, and letâ€™s have some fun!!</p>
<p>Full Memberships with stickers and shirts and membership cards will be available.</p>
<p>If you need any more info, please reply to this topic, otherwise PM either myself, or any other Exec members from ZU GP. (Cuz, Jono, Seethegrim, KREAS).</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Topic: <a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18412" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18412</span></a> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup CT</span></strong><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> event<br />
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup social event &#8211; </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Hosh all you Zoopedup peeps, It&#8217;s time again for a zooepdup event. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">We are looking for 22players to have a friendly cricket game on the 25th of Sept. We have hired the Theo  Marai Park cricket club. They will have the club house open for us as well as the bar. Guys please bring meat as we will be having a braai. So come on down and have a good laugh. There will be a fee for us using the grounds as well as the club house. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Each person will be charge R10.00 Please guys come down and support. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">The cricket game will be zoopedup vz zoopedup in house just for the fun of it. Come down and spectate or take part. Please let me know asap who all is keen to play. Thanks (Everyone to bring as much kit as they can- players Fee of R15) Once you have paid your R15 you won&#8217;t still need to pay the R10 It cover everything. Meeting at the sports grounds on koeberg road 11am Game to start at 12 noon Please guys we need 22 players @R15.00 per player and 22 spectators @R10.00 per person to break even on the hiring cost, Whatever is extra will be put into a kitty and used for club purposes. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Members onboard for the cricket game so far. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">silver bullet ,raven ,ashley ,kc169 ,charl norman ,toyota owner ,mylo ,kevin ,barry ,conquest owner ,raptor ,menikimati ,glynn ,kevin ,yrme ,sebi 7 ,vauxhaull sa ,abarth ,rephren and cuz. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Guys pls if you name is not on the list don&#8217;t stress come on down and if there is short you can take there place. Thanks hope to see ya all there. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><em><strong><u><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Convoy details:</span></u></strong></em></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Milnerton Mcdonalds &#8211; Meet at 10am for 10:45 SHARP we will be driving in convoy to the sports grounds</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">- Kevin aka Hulk</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">  CPT chairguy</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">More info:<a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18418" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18418</span></a></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup competition<br />
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup.com in association with AutoStyle Motorsport brings you the Zoopedup forum competition.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Click here:<br />
<a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18239" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18239</span></a></span></p>
<p>Each forum user has been tracked since the start of September. We want to pump the Zoopedup forums full of quality content and helpful posts to improve the zoopie user experience.</p>
<p>We are looking for the top 5 forum posters in the month of September on Zoopedup.com</p>
<p>Whoever posts the most in September will win kick ass prizes sponsored by AutoStyle Motorsport.</p>
<p>What do you need to do to enter the comp> Just post.. Most of you have already entered the competition without knowing&#8230; by posting.</p>
<p>There are 5 places to â€˜postâ€™ for.. let the posting battle begin!!</p>
<p><strong>1st prize:</strong><br />
â€¢ Autostyle seatbelt covers<br />
â€¢ Autostyle peak cap<br />
â€¢ Autostyle quartz watch with torch<br />
â€¢ Blue neon interior car lighting by SunBeam<br />
â€¢ Chrome shifter gear knob<br />
â€¢ Zoopedup pit crew shirt â€“ new range!!!<br />
â€¢ Zoopedup sticker set</p>
<p><strong>2nd prize:</strong><br />
â€¢ Autostyle quartz watch with torch<br />
â€¢ Blue neon interior car lighting by SunBeam<br />
â€¢ Chrome shifter gear knob<br />
â€¢ Zoopedup t-shirt<br />
â€¢ Zoopedup sticker set</p>
<p><strong>3rd prize:</strong><br />
â€¢ Chrome shifter gear knob<br />
â€¢ Blue neon interior car lighting by SunBeam<br />
â€¢ Autostyle quartz watch with torch<br />
â€¢ Zoopedup t-shirt</p>
<p><strong>4th prize:</strong><br />
â€¢ Autostyle seatbelt covers<br />
â€¢ Autostyle peak cap<br />
â€¢ Zoopedup stickers</p>
<p><strong>5th prize:</strong><br />
â€¢ Autostyle seatbelt covers<br />
â€¢ Autostyle peak cap</p>
<p><strong>Rules of the competition are as follows:</strong></p>
<p>1. Anyone can take part in the competition you donâ€™t have to be a Zoopedup member</p>
<p>2. â€œlolâ€ or â€œheheâ€ etc do not count as forum posts â€“ the script I have written tracks this and will not count your posts if you do this. (including just posting a smiley)</p>
<p>3. Try be as helpful and you can and post quality content, the leading users will be monitored regarding post quality.</p>
<p>4. We are also tracking your IPs and writing style so donâ€™t try register multiple forum accounts to win all the prizes</p>
<p>5. If you start a lot of topics you have a better chance of winning compared to someone that just replies in topics</p>
<p>Enjoy yourself and good luck!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">More info:<br />
<a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18239" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18239</span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Upcoming events:</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Cape Town</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Nightdrags @ Killarney this Friday &#8211; more info &#8211; <a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18397" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18397</span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">&#8211;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Gauteng</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Castrol Xtreme auto show</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">The Xtreme Auto Show is South   Africa&#8217;s finest performance car &#038; bike show that was established as the biggest aftermarket event in the country three years ago.</span></p>
<p>The event is launching in Durban this year and promises to lift the standard of motoring events in Kwazulu-Natal to international standards.</p>
<p>Get ready Durban, the Castrol Xtreme Auto Show in association with Wesbank is on its way to you!</p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Date:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> 22 &#8211; 25 September 2006 </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Venue:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> Gateway Theatre of Shopping Umhlanga, Kwazulu-Natal </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Times:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> Fri &#8211; Sat:<br />
Sun &#8211; Mon: 09h00 &#8211; 21h00<br />
09h00 &#8211; 19h00 </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Cost:</span></strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> R50 Adults<br />
R20 Children</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">For more info:<br />
</span><a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=17782" class="broken_link" ><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana; color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=17782</span></a><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Pictures of past Zoopedup events:<br />
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup Wednesday night park off @ GreenPoint stadium<br />
<a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18561" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18561</span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Lord of the Bling custom car show @ Good Hope centre<br />
<a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18545" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18545</span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup GP goes to Ultimate Street car challenge<br />
<a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18553" class="broken_link" ><span style="color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18553</span></a></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">STG at Wesbank raceway &#8211; Wednesday<br />
</span><a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18048" class="broken_link" ><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana; color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18048</span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup CT</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"> show n shine @ Stones<br />
</span><a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18068" class="broken_link" ><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana; color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=18068</span></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Zoopedup GP breakfast run to harties!!!!!!<br />
</span><a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=17955" class="broken_link" ><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana; color: windowtext">http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=17955</span></a></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Thats all for now&#8230;</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Visit and register on the Zoopedup forums &#8211; keep up to date with everything Zoopedup &#8211; <a href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum"><span style="color: windowtext">www.zoopedup.com/forum</span></a> </span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Remember to visit our sister site &#8211; for up to the minute auto news &#8211; </span></strong><a href="http://www.carblog.co.za//" class="broken_link" ><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana; color: windowtext">www.carblog.co.za</span></strong></a></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Keep it zoopedup.com</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Charl Norman</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Chair dude<br />
</span><a href="mailto:charl@zoopedup.com"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana; color: windowtext">charl@zoopedup.com</span></a><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana"><br />
083 351 7917</span></p>
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		<title>Ultimate Street Car Challenge</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/09/11/ultimate-street-car-challenge/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:53:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tyres will be tortured, skills will be pushed to the limit and egoâ€™s will be on the line this weekend when 80 of South Africaâ€™s most accomplished drivers compete in the final round of the Ultimate Street Car Challenge for this year on the 16 and 17 September. The drivers and their cars will be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="line-height: 150%" class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-ZA" style="font-family: Arial">Tyres will be tortured, skills will be pushed to the limit and egoâ€™s will be on the line this weekend when 80 of South Africaâ€™s most accomplished drivers compete in the final round of the Ultimate Street Car Challenge for this year on the 16 and 17 September. The drivers and their cars will be challenged over seven different events to finally determine the victor. Â </span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%" class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-ZA" style="font-family: Arial">The hugely popular challenge has developed into a hotly contested event that sees drivers spending a huge amount of time and money in preparing purpose built cars to challenge for the prestigious title of being the best across the events, which include a gymkhana, drag run, circuit race, top speed run and a rally stage.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%" class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-ZA" style="font-family: Arial">Wesbank Raceway will, as always have a lot to offer spectators from a spinning demonstration, Petrol Heads Pub &#038; Restaurant, a flea market and jumping castles to name just a few. Admission is R30/adult per day, or R40/adult for a weekend pass. Racing starts at 8:45am on both days and will go on the till late. For Further information call Troy on 082 576 1178 or go to <a href="http://www.wesbankraceway.co.za/" class="broken_link" >www.wesbankraceway.co.za</a> for details.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%" class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-ZA" style="font-family: Arial">WesBank Raceway is situated off the N3 on Rand   Airport Road in Germiston.</span></p>
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		<title>Zoopedup GP breakfast run to Harties</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/08/22/zoopedup-gp-breakfast-run-to-harties/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2006 22:22:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yes you read it, GP is getting into gear and running to good old Hartebeesport dam on the 27th August.
We will be meeting at the Fourways Mac Donalds @ 8.30 am and will be rolling out at 9. Bring your friends and family for a relaxed run to the dam and to grab a bite [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yes you read it, GP is getting into gear and running to good old Hartebeesport dam on the 27th August.</p>
<p>We will be meeting at the Fourways Mac Donalds @ 8.30 am and will be rolling out at 9. Bring your friends and family for a relaxed run to the dam and to grab a bite to eat for lunch somewhere at the dam.</p>
<p>So to break it down for ya:</p>
<p>Date: 27th August 2006<br />
Meeting @: Fourways Macdonalds (opp Fourways mall)<br />
Time: 8.30, convoy rolls out at 9</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=17288" class="broken_link" >More info</a> about this event</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="http://www.teamzoopedup.com">Join Team Zoopedup</a> car club and get discount on modified car parts</p>
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		<title>Bosal Classic Car Africa  Festival of Motoring</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/08/14/bosal-classic-car-africa-festival-of-motoring/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2006 08:57:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Seagyn Davis</dc:creator>
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Wesbank will be holding the Bosal Classic Car Afirca Festival of Motoring on the 8th-10th of September. There will be alot of cars from back in the day racing around the track or just struting their stuff while they park off. The schedule for the 3 days is as follows:
8 Sep &#8211; 10h00 to 18h00:
Practice [...]]]></description>
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<p>Wesbank will be holding the Bosal Classic Car Afirca Festival of Motoring on the 8th-10th of September. There will be alot of cars from <em>back in the day</em> racing around the track or just struting their stuff while they park off. The schedule for the 3 days is as follows:</p>
<p><strong>8 Sep &#8211; 10h00 to 18h00:</strong></p>
<p>Practice and Qualifying.</p>
<p><strong>9/10 Sep &#8211; 10h30 til late:</strong></p>
<p>Porsche Challenge Unltd, Historic Touring Cars Class A to D, Historic Touring Cars Class E to G, Classics Sports &#038; GT, Formula Libre / M, Lotus Challenge, Porsche Challenge 924, Fine Cars, Pre 66 Legend Saloons, Historic Racing Cars, Alfa Romeo Trofeoâ€¦.and more!</p>
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<p><img alt="Historic Touring Cars" src="http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/5836/homepack0206fc4.jpg" /></p>
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<p>Wesbank say this is a weekend not to be missed!</p>
<p>Seagyn Davis<br />
Cuz<br />
cuz@teamzoopedup.com</p>
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		<title>Zoopedup Fashion show Party &#8211; Z3k</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/08/02/zoopedup-fashion-show-party-z3k/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:24:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Zoopedup.com is celebrating three thousand members! More info.. *click*

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<p><img src="http://www.charlnorman.com/z3k.jpg" /></p>
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		<title>Clarkson and the Veyron: A timeless (yet unmissable!) match</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/07/19/clarkson-and-the-veyron-a-timeless-yet-unmissable-match/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Jul 2006 05:41:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>zoopedup</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As you would have noticed by now, we here at Carblog are absolutely mad about the Bugatti Veyron, and we hope you are too. It&#8217;s time, however, that we take our appreciation for this amazing vehicle to the next level: It&#8217;s time we saw it in action! 
If you want to see this incredible feat [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As you would have noticed by now, we here at Carblog are absolutely mad about the Bugatti Veyron, and we hope you are too. It&#8217;s time, however, that we take our appreciation for this amazing vehicle to the next level: It&#8217;s time we saw it in action! </p>
<p>If you want to see this incredible feat of automotive engineering being put through its paces by everyone&#8217;s favourite car reviewer &#8211; the charismatic Jeremy Clarkson, of course &#8211; then be sure to cancel all your plans for this coming Tuesday night! Clarkson will be reviewing the Bugatti Veyron on Tuesday 25th of July during that night&#8217;s episode of Top Gear Xtra. It looks set to be an incredible review, so be sure to catch it.</p>
<p>Top Gear Xtra can be found on DSTV channel 40. Remember, Tuesday 25th of July at 8pm! Don&#8217;t miss it!</p>
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<p>Richard Hagan</p>
<p>&#8216;Random Richard&#8217;</p>
<p><a href="mailto:RandomRich@carblog.co.za">RandomRich@carblog.co.za</a></p>
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		<title>Zoopedup convoy to Germany vs Japan</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/07/12/zoopedup-convoy-to-germany-vs-japan/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2006 08:51:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Its Germany vs Japan time again and we organising a Zoopedup display @ the show
Message from Kevin Leak, Zoopedup Cape Town car club chairman:

Guys Zoopedup will be having a Club display at Killarney&#8217;s event GERMANY VS JAPAN this coming Saterday the 15th. I&#8217;m picking up tickets on Thursday so we don&#8217;t have to sort that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Its Germany vs Japan time again and we organising a Zoopedup display @ the show</p>
<p>Message from Kevin Leak, Zoopedup Cape Town car club chairman:</p>
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Guys Zoopedup will be having a Club display at Killarney&#8217;s event GERMANY VS JAPAN this coming Saterday the 15th. I&#8217;m picking up tickets on Thursday so we don&#8217;t have to sort that sh*t out at the gate. I&#8217;m getting 50 tickets and stickers. It costs R30 per person at the gate to enter and you can then go park on the karting track. Guys i&#8217;ve told them we&#8217;ll have a big turn out so please make an effort to get there.</p>
<p>Date: 15th of July</p>
<p>Meeting: Milnerton Macdonalds</p>
<p>Meeting time: 8am -> leaving lot @ 9am</p>
<p>You pay me at Macdonalds. I&#8217;ll only have tickets for the car club display guys. Spectators must pay at the gate. Leaving Macdonalds at 9am- event starts at nine. Guys please i told them we&#8217;ll have anything from 30 to 50 cars so lets make this big. For any more info please call me on the contact numbers below.</p></div>
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<div class="quotemain"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.zoopedup.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=16937" class="broken_link" >more.</a></p>
<p>Kevin<br />
kevin@teamzoopedup.com<br />
083 444 0476<br />
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		<title>Zoopedup Gp Skidpan Day, Wanna go wild on the track?</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/07/06/zoopedup-gp-skidpan-day-wanan-go-wild-on-the-track/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2006 22:56:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Zoopedup GP car club &#8211; Zwartkops race track fun event which we are invited to attend on Saturday 15th July. Its a open day for you to get your car on the skinpan&#8230;
Zoopedup will be driving in convoy to the event!
Meeting place: 7:30AM for 8AM &#8211; LEAVING 8AM sharp!!! &#8211; Rock n Roll Mcdonalds Rivonia [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Zoopedup GP car club &#8211; Zwartkops race track fun event which we are invited to attend on Saturday 15th July. Its a open day for you to get your car on the skinpan&#8230;</p>
<p>Zoopedup will be driving in convoy to the event!</p>
<p>Meeting place: 7:30AM for 8AM &#8211; LEAVING 8AM sharp!!! &#8211; Rock n Roll Mcdonalds Rivonia &#8211; cnr grayston dr and rivonia rd &#8211; For more info contact Jono &#8211; 072 606 2959 jono@teamzoopedup.com / Seagyn &#8211; 0761630518 cuz@teamzoopedup.com<br />
More: link:</p>
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		<title>Zoopedup Cpt Next Breakfast/ Lunch Run 23 July</title>
		<link>http://www.carblog.co.za/2006/07/05/zoopedup-cpt-next-breakfast-lunch-run-23-july/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2006 22:10:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Charl Norman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Time again for our monthly HUGE Zoopedup car club breakfast run. We going to be meeting up at N1 City Mcdonalds and cruizing through to Hermanus. The last Hermanus run was a very successful run. We have booked at spur in Hermanus for +/- 70 people. Guys you are more than welcome to bring friends [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Time again for our monthly HUGE Zoopedup car club breakfast run. We going to be meeting up at N1 City Mcdonalds and cruizing through to Hermanus. The last Hermanus run was a very successful run. We have booked at spur in Hermanus for +/- 70 people. Guys you are more than welcome to bring friends and family along. All the info here</p>
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