TruckStore expands footprint in West Rand
- Dealer News
- 28 May 2026
Chinese vehicle brand Changan has strengthened its South African retail presence with the opening of a new flagship dealership in Umhlanga, KwaZulu-Natal, as the company pushes ahead with plans to establish about 45 dealerships nationally during 2026.
Taking on the challenge of restoring a legacy brand to a stronger position in South Africa is now the focus for Dealer Principal David Venter and his team at Mazda The Glen in the south of Johannesburg.
Twenty-seven Lepas dealerships are now open across South Africa, and the brand is already planning more.
Stellantis South Africa announced the opening of a new SCW Mobility Group dealership in Cape Town, bringing seven of its leading automotive brands under one roof, Alfa Romeo, Citroën, Fiat, Jeep, Leapmotor, Opel, and Peugeot.
FAW Trucks Southern Africa says the Stucky Motors Group in its dealer network is a name synonymous with excellence, longevity, and customer-centric service in the South African transport industry.
In an industry defined by sales targets, Hyundai Automotive South Africa has uncovered an unlikely top performer, whose talent challenges conventional automotive selling.
Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa announced its top-performing Agents and Dealers for 2025, recognising their exceptional dedication, customer service and commitment to the brand.
Dealership service departments know the pattern: the moment warranties and service plans expire; a portion of owners quietly migrate to the independent aftermarket.
At the recent international GWM Awards, Hatfield Motor Group proudly stood alongside some of the world’s top-performing GWM representatives, earning prestigious honours that placed South African talent firmly on the global stage.
A R20 million funding transaction approved by the Automotive Industry Transformation Fund (AITF) will enable Fumani Holdings to establish an OEM approved dealership under Isuzu Motors South Africa, marking a significant step in its progression into formal automotive retail.
In today’s automotive retail environment, where new vehicle prices keep climbing beyond the reach of many consumers, used vehicles have become the backbone of dealership profitability.
CFAO‘s McDuling Motors under the leadership Allan Stiles as Dealer Principal scooped the top award as Dealer of the Year at VW’s recently held Grand Prix Awards.
The Isuzu Foundation, a collaboration between Isuzu Motors South Africa and its Dealer network, has raised more than R200 000 for thirteen children’s charities in Nelson Mandela Bay through its partnership with the IRONMAN4theKidz organisation.
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