JLR South Africa announced the appointment of Izak Louw (photo) to the position of Communications Manager for the South Africa and sub-Sahara Africa (SSA) markets.
A seasoned professional with extensive experience in marketing, public relations and product management within the automotive industry, Louw will head up PR and Communications for JLR South Africa.
A true automotive enthusiast, some of his career highlights include managing the SA Land Speed Record project in 2015 as well as curating some of the most memorable market-specific limited edition JLR models, including bespoke Range Rovers and Jaguars.
Carmen Slade, Communications and Client Experience Director, JLR South Africa and sub-Sahara Africa: “Izak’s appointment not only strengthens the PR and Communications function, but it also brings continuity, leveraging his 13-year tenure at JLR, with a strong track record of delivering successful product launches and managing comprehensive PR strategies.
“Izak will work closely with his colleagues and external stakeholders to advance JLR’s position as a leading global luxury brand.”
His appointment to his new position is effective immediately.
This year will be Absa’s second year of its partnership with the 2025 Cars.co.za Awards, South Africa’s most comprehensive motoring awards programme, which recognises the best in the local new-vehicle market across 13 segments annually.
Dealerfloor recently reported that Volvo Car South Africa is restructuring its operations in the country as part of a long-term brand strategic realignment that will see the number of Volvo dealerships decrease.
Leading online motoring portal Cars.co.za is putting the final touches to its upcoming Awards event, set to take place at Mall of Africa on Thursday, 27 February. Sponsored by Absa, the prestigious event will host motor industry heavyweights, media, celebrities and other stakeholders when it crowns the best cars in 13 respective segments of the market.
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This year will be Absa’s second year of its partnership with the 2025 Cars.co.za Awards, South Africa’s most comprehensive motoring awards programme, which recognises the best in the local new-vehicle market across 13 segments annually.
Dealerfloor recently reported that Volvo Car South Africa is restructuring its operations in the country as part of a long-term brand strategic realignment that will see the number of Volvo dealerships decrease.
Leading online motoring portal Cars.co.za is putting the final touches to its upcoming Awards event, set to take place at Mall of Africa on Thursday, 27 February. Sponsored by Absa, the prestigious event will host motor industry heavyweights, media, celebrities and other stakeholders when it crowns the best cars in 13 respective segments of the market.
