Triton brings the challenge to competitors
The bakkie war has intensified with the local launch of Mitsubishi’s next-generation Triton, an evolution in the iconic bakkie’s 46-year legacy.
- Product News
- 21 November 2024
GAC Motor South Africa has announced its expansion in KwaZulu-Natal through a partnership with Bidvest McCarthy Gateway.
The addition of GAC Motor to this dealership highlights the growth of the brand in South Africa and reinforces GAC Motor's status as a significant player in the country's automotive industry, says the manufacturer.
GAC Motor dealers highlight three essential attributes that showcase the enduring value of their vehicles: craftsmanship, durability and quality, and Bidvest McCarthy Gateway is no exception.
These factors play a vital role in creating an emotional connection with customers, ensuring that each vehicle meets high standards of performance and reliability while also resonating on a deeper, personal level.
Leading the team at GAC Motor Bidvest McCarthy Gateway is Danny Govender. The dealership is located at 2 Sunset Close, Gateway, Umhlanga, featuring a conveniently positioned car park directly across the walkway from the main road. This set-up allows for easy customer access and direct assistance with parking.
On 28 September 2024, GAC Motor Bidvest McCarthy Gateway celebrated its opening with an event attended by 80 guests. Leslie Ramsoomar from Salvador Caetano expressed pride in the occasion, stating: “GAC Motor South Africa is making a significant commitment to the local market by establishing a comprehensive network of 20 franchised sales and service dealers nationwide. This initiative aims to deliver high-quality products and services to South African consumers while fostering strong relationships with business partners.”
GAC Motor is excited to collaborate with key stakeholders in the South African automotive industry to establish a strong and lasting presence in the market. By engaging closely with industry partners, suppliers and other essential players, GAC Motor aims to build a dependable and enduring brand in South Africa.
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Unlike in the past, when dealerships primarily waited for customers to come to them, we now take a more proactive approach, bringing our vehicles directly to places where people gather, allowing them to experience the product first-hand, including offering test drives,” says Gerrie van der Kaay, Dealer Principal at Supergroup Dealerships Jetour Midrand.
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Unlike in the past, when dealerships primarily waited for customers to come to them, we now take a more proactive approach, bringing our vehicles directly to places where people gather, allowing them to experience the product first-hand, including offering test drives,” says Gerrie van der Kaay, Dealer Principal at Supergroup Dealerships Jetour Midrand.
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