BMW iX3 crowned World Car of the Year 2026 as EVs lead the way
The BMW iX3 has been named World Car of the Year 2026, with the announcement made at the New York International Auto Show on 1 April.
- Industry News
- 2 April 2026
Driving away in a brand-new car is a dream come true for Kaeleboga Batswadi from Kuruman who won a new Renault Clio V.
A competion was held by Wildeklawer Sport with Absa as the main sponsor. It was part of the promotion of the Absa Wildeklawer Sport Tournament 2023 recently held in the Northern Cape capital of Kimberley.
Schools from across South Africa took part in rugby, soccer and netball in what is considered to be the biggest school tournament in Africa.
The Clio was handed over at the Renault dealership in Kimberley to her by representatives of Absa, Wildeklawer and Renault.
The BMW iX3 has been named World Car of the Year 2026, with the announcement made at the New York International Auto Show on 1 April.
Retail new vehicle sales continue to surge in South Africa despite global and regional conflicts, local floods and droughts.
South Africa’s new vehicle market delivered a standout performance in March 2026, extending its domestic growth trajectory to the strongest level seen in nearly two decades.
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The BMW iX3 has been named World Car of the Year 2026, with the announcement made at the New York International Auto Show on 1 April.
Retail new vehicle sales continue to surge in South Africa despite global and regional conflicts, local floods and droughts.
South Africa’s new vehicle market delivered a standout performance in March 2026, extending its domestic growth trajectory to the strongest level seen in nearly two decades.