Happy birthday, Mini – and more

The iconic Mini turns 50 this year, and celebrates not only the iconic status of the tiny compact car conceived by Sir Alec Issigonis, but also the enduring success of the brand in its latest, much more modern iteration. We joined the festivities at a massive Mini party in Clarence.

In complete contrast, there’s nothing mini about the Audi A7, and especially not the latest flagship of the range. A massive V12 TDI powerplant, ceramic brakes, and some styling tweaks ensure an intimidating package that shouldn’t be argued with at any traffic light grand prix!

Finally, we return to more pragmatic motoring with a road test of the latest-generation Isuzu KB300DT Double Cab. Smart looks and an even smarter chassis make for a versatile and practical all-terrain package.

RPM’s premiere episode this week is broadcast on Wednesday night at 20h45 on SuperSport 6. It repeats on Thursday morning at 07h30 on MNET and SS2. There are no less than 12 other repeats if you miss the first few transmissions. Additional, late-schedule repeats can also be expected.

This week's complete transmission schedule is as follows:

Wed 04 Nov 2009	20h45	SS6
Thu 05 Nov2009	02h00	SS2/CSN
	07h30	MNET/SS2
Fri 06 Nov 2009	06h00	SS2
	111h30	SS2/CSN
Sat 07 Nov 2009	17h00	SS2
Sun 08 Nov2009	03h30	SS2
	08h00	SS7
Monday 09 Nov 2009	01h00	SS2
	17h30	SS5/CSN
Tues 10 Nov 2009	00h30	SS2
	17h00	SS5
Wed 11 Nov 2009	01h00	SS2/CSN
	04h30	SS2/CSN

RPM TV is proudly sponsored by Continental Tyre.

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