Cobus F. Potgieter

Cobus has almost 30 years of PR, editing, and journalism experience and has focused exclusively on the automotive industry for the last 4 years, notably new models and used-car advice. While he’s mainly involved with contemporary cars, he has a soft spot for quirky ’80s models and loves understanding how the “oily bits” work. He’s owned 10 different cars since 1992 without repeating a brand, but has a few favorites, such as the 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulietta SS and a Toyota 2000 GT.

Audi’s Portable Charging Station Lets EVs Go the Distance

Nov 20, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

Audi’s mobile auxiliary battery solution can make EV range anxiety when towing over long distances a thing of the past.
BMW Wants EV Chargers with Magnetic Sockets for Easier Connections

Nov 18, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

BMW’s magnetic socket design pulls the plug into place, offering a more durable, user-friendly EV charging experience.
Seeing Clearly: Mercedes-Benz Detects Visual Impairment in Drivers With Next-Gen ADAS

Nov 17, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

Using real-time eye tracking, Mercedes’ system alerts drivers to potential hazards they might not be seeing (and let’s them know it’s time to visit the opticians).
Audi’s Axial-Flux Motor Innovation Promises Lighter, More Powerful EVs

Nov 16, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

Audi’s proposed redesign of the stator in a pancake electric motor will lead to smaller, more power-dense motors.
BMW Eye-Tracking Tech Evolves With Hands-Free Indicator Activation

Nov 15, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

By tracking driver gaze, BMW’s new system eliminates the need for manual indicator activation.
Hyundai Reveals Hydrogen Combustion’s Next Leap Forward

Nov 14, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

Using nitric acid generated from exhaust gases, Hyundai proposes a system to extend injector life and improve hydrogen combustion efficiency.
The Future of Interior Storage: Audi’s Shape-Shifting Car Compartment

Nov 11, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

Audi’s adaptive storage has flexible door pockets that expand and contract to fit your needs.
VW Wants to Reinvent the Camper With Expandable Vehicle Body

Nov 10, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

New Patent Aims to Increase Van Space with a Swiveling Rear Section.
BMW’s New Combustion Engine Tech Fights Carbon Deposits

Nov 9, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

BMW proposes a Venturi pump and oil separator for an engine’s crankcase ventilation system to boost efficiency and reduce emissions.
Audi’s Precision-Pop Exhaust System Could Define Future Performance Cars

Nov 8, 2024

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Cobus F. Potgieter

Customizable exhaust note offers enthusiasts a nostalgic, high-tech way to enjoy performance motoring.