Chelsy Pinto
Product Planning and Sales Development Coordinator. Founder of the Swift Speed Club of Suzuki enthusiasts, Chelsy lives and breathes Suzuki. Before joining Suzuki Auto South Africa, Chelsy worked in vehicle retail. Chelsy spent a large part of her career at Suzuki dealerships, including Suzuki Northcliff, Suzuki Bryanston and, most recently, Suzuki Bramley. Chelsy is a familiar face on Ignition TV, and has also travelled abroad to test drive future Suzuki models.
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The evolution of the Suzuki Swift: Changing, but getting better with age
In the 20 years since the original Suzuki Swift was shown publicly at the Paris Motor Show, the compact car has garnered awards and accolades in each...
Average lifespan of Suzuki car parts needing to be replaced
Timeous replacement of essential items on your car can be a significant cost-saver over the lifespan of the vehicle. As with anything mechanical,...
Your car doesn’t just run on fuel
The constantly rising price of fuel is a source of concern and frustration for most drivers. It’s important, however, to not get so stuck on the cost...
How to get a roadworthy certificate
In its simplest form a roadworthy certificate is an official authorisation for your vehicle to be driven on public roads but, it is actually more...
Manual versus AMT: which is more fuel-efficient?
Times have changed and the auto world has come a long way from the early days of clunky, three-speed automatic transmissions to the almost...
Does Tyre maintenance matter?
Four small patches of rubber, each no bigger than the palm of a man’s hand, are all that is keeping your car from careening off the road with...
‘Food for thought’ - poorly maintained luxury car vs entry level new
Photo by Riccardo Annandale on Unsplash Luxury is always tempting, especially when it comes to cars. The glitz quickly fades, however, when these...
How to understand car safety reviews (and 4 of the best safety features)
Safety ratings and reviews can be incredibly confusing leaving potential buyers wondering if they’re making the right choice. Realistically, we can’t...
How to clean the car boot at home like a pro
By its very nature your car boot or luggage area, in the case of a hatch, is a haven for collecting a host of unwanted dirt and grime along with...
Washing your car at home - exterior
City grime or country dust – it really does not matter as both are attracted to your car like a moth to light, dulling the showroom shine and...
Washing your car like a pro - Interior
There is a saying ‘a clean car is a happy car’ and it is true. You really do not want to start your day amidst the kind of clutter that can quickly...
Understanding South Africa’s automotive safety standards
The difference between SA’s vehicle safety standards, international safety standards and the standards suggested by many vehicle testing...
Safety Stars: The Why Behind the Gold
Five-star NCAP ratings are probably the most desirable option for a lot of consumers worried about the safety of their vehicles should they ever find...
Top 10 shows avid car fans will love!
Whether you’re an active car fanatic with one or more project cars on the go or are more of a ‘couch’ car fanatic – you just love cars – there’s...
Meet the Suzuki Swift Sport - Born to perform
The spunky Suzuki Swift Sport grabbed headlines when it was first launched in South Africa. The styling complemented its sprightly performance, all...
The Suzuki family: Car clubs and events in South Africa
Suzuki owners are a tight-knit family. Across the world, thousands come together on a regular basis to connect, learn and enjoy their cars in a...