Subaru Southern Africa has appointed Toshimitsu Tanaka as its new Managing Director. He succeeds Andrew Marshall, who retires after five years of service.
Toshimitsu, a seasoned executive from Japan, brings with him over 30 years’ experience in the global automotive sector. His international career spans key leadership roles across Africa, North America and Asia, including his most recent position as Deputy Managing Director of Subaru Southern Africa, a role he has held for the past two years.
Before joining Subaru, he held senior positions within the Toyota Tsusho Group, including Assistant General Manager for Toyota Tsusho Africa, Group Manager at Toyota Tsusho Corporation and Vice Division Head at Toyota Tsusho America. He also played a pivotal role in establishing Toyota Tsusho Africa’s facilities in Durban as project leader – a career milestone that speaks to his commitment to innovation, growth and teamwork.
“It’s a great honour to take the helm at Subaru Southern Africa. This is a brand that represents confidence, adventure and loyalty – not only in the products we build but in the people we serve. My focus will be on expanding our presence and enhancing the customer experience across the region. I look forward to working closely with our dealer network, our partners and, most importantly, our customers to take Subaru to even greater heights,” Toshimitsu says.
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Chinese automotive giant, Chery, is engaged in talks with multiple car manufacturers in South Africa about sharing production facilities to build its vehicles locally, the company's regional chief has revealed to Reuters.
Motor industry leaders are anticipating a sharp fall in American electric vehicle sales after the elimination of a vital R135 000 tax incentive for purchasers.
