Changes at the top at MBSA
- Industry News
- 25 June 2025
Dealer industry news from around Southern Africa
Goodyear is set to close its tyre manufacturing plant in Kariega in the Eastern Cape, and it could affect as many as 900 jobs at the facility, not to mention the knock-on effect it would have on the economy of the Eastern Cape, which is already suffering from high unemployment.
The South African automotive industry is deeply entrenched in international supply chains. Export-driven growth continues to benefit the automotive industry and spurs activity in downstream sectors.
In the fast-paced world of automotive retail, where consistent customer satisfaction is vital, logistics and warehousing are what keeps everything running. Shaun Riley (photo) is the Logistics and Warehouse Manager at Jetour South Africa and tells us more of his vision and passion.
DFSK South Africa announced the recent delivery of three DFSK vehicles to Pick n Pay through the DFSK Estcourt branch, Dundee.
The F&I office has always been a key part of the dealership experience, but recently, it has become one of the most pressured and misunderstood roles on the floor.
Chery South Africa says it is accelerating its growth in the local car-rental industry, with its national passenger vehicle market share reaching 6.2% in the past month. As interest in Chery’s range of vehicles continues to grow for consumers and fleet operators, the brand is seeing increasing interest from rental car companies nationwide.
Ulterio Motiv will exhibit a total of three vehicles at this year’s Hankook Land Cruiser Festival. Held annually, the Land Cruiser Festival caters not only to Toyota Land Cruiser enthusiasts, but also to various companies that supply products, upgrades and equipment for these vehicles.
It is more good news about car sales for May with new-vehicle figures of 45 308 units, which reflected an increase of 8 169 units, or a substantial gain of 22.0%, from the 37 139 vehicles sold in May 2024, buoyed by relatively stable economic fundamentals earlier in the year.
South Africa and its automotive industry are set to build resilience in 2025 and strengthen their trading position amid rising geopolitical uncertainties.
May 2025 was a consequential month for South Africa’s automotive sector, marked by a long-anticipated shift in the monetary policy cycle.
Article written in conjunction with Keyloop.
Dunlop Tyres South Africa has announced the appointment of Thuli Gasa as Head of Corporate Services, serving as a full member of the Executive Committee.
With South Africa celebrating its centenary in the automotive manufacturing sector, it is worthwhile to look at a few highlights to tell the story of its development.
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