Strong demand drives SA to decade-high vehicle sales
The South African motor industry continues to defy expectations by posting another month of exceptional growth.
- Industry News
- 4 November 2025
Originally scheduled for Abidjan, the third Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2023) has a new host city and dates.
Cairo, Egypt, will now be the venue for this prestigious event, which will be taking place from 9 to 15 November 2023.
In a statement released on 30 May, the African Association of Automotive Manufacturers (AAAM) said: “We want to express our gratitude to the Egyptian Government for stepping in as the new host and their unwavering commitment to promote trade across the African continent.
“Egypt, the host country of the successful inaugural IATF in 2018, offers top-notch infrastructure and facilities, ensuring an exceptional experience for exhibitors, conference delegates, buyers and trade visitors. We are confident that our collaboration with the Egyptian Ministry of Trade and Industry will make IATF2023 an unparalleled success.
“Join us in Cairo from 9-15 November 2023 for an extraordinary opportunity to access an integrated African market and be part of Africa's economic growth and transformation.”
The South African motor industry continues to defy expectations by posting another month of exceptional growth.
According to a Reuters report, Renault is engaged in active discussions with several automobile manufacturers, including China's Chery, as the French company explores opportunities for collaborative production and distribution agreements.
South Africa’s new-vehicle market continued its upward trajectory in October 2025, supported by easing inflation, a firmer rand, continued signs of improving consumer sentiment and demand recovery in key export markets.
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The South African motor industry continues to defy expectations by posting another month of exceptional growth.
According to a Reuters report, Renault is engaged in active discussions with several automobile manufacturers, including China's Chery, as the French company explores opportunities for collaborative production and distribution agreements.
South Africa’s new-vehicle market continued its upward trajectory in October 2025, supported by easing inflation, a firmer rand, continued signs of improving consumer sentiment and demand recovery in key export markets.