Dealer industry news from around Southern Africa
The avoidance of further job losses through a process of offering the re-alignment of incentive structures and company car benefits has been successful as an alternative to forced retrenchments.
South Africa needs to strike a balance between protecting its automotive manufacturing against the devastating impact from the influx of Chinese and Indian vehicle brands on the one hand, without hampering the positive growth of its retail motor industry on the other.
South Africa’s automotive industry is urging government to refine existing support measures rather than pursue sharp increases in vehicle import duties, BMW South Africa’s Chief Executive says.
South Africa’s car market is broadening as more manufacturers and importers introduce a wider range of models. While this diversity benefits buyers, the strain is most evident in the motor body repair (MBR) sector, where the existing system is no longer suited to the growing complexity of the market.
A history of local vehicle manufacturing comes to an end with Nissan’ South Africa’s announcement that it is selling its Rosslyn plant in Pretoria to Chery.
Shortly after raising concerns about adult safety protection in Hyundai’s Grand i10, the Automobile Association (AA) has now expressed similar concerns regarding the Toyota Corolla Cross.
Mercedes‑Benz (MB) has introduced Tomorrow XX, a wide‑reaching technology and sustainability initiative designed to transform the environmental footprint of its entire vehicle range.
Geely Holding Group has unveiled an assertive long‑term strategy aimed at surpassing 6.5 million vehicle sales globally by 2030, a move that would place the Chinese automotive giant firmly among the world’s top five carmakers.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly shaping how South Africa’s property, automotive and retail sectors function.
Some industry specialists said the writing was on the wall for Nissan’s Rosslyn plant after the first rumours surfaced at the beginning of last year about a possible closure as part of the manufacturer’s global restructuring plan.
MISA, the Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA), welcomes Chery’s investment in South Africa with the acquisition of Nissan’s historic production plant in Rosslyn, Pretoria, which will offer employment to the majority of Nissan’s affected employees.
At 39 years old, professional motorcycle rider Clint Seller has claimed the 2025 SunBet ZX10 Masters Cup Championship, adding yet another trophy to an already impressive collection.
Showpieces from a previous era will leave visitors breathless at this year's George Old Car Show that will be held on Saturday 14 February at the Eden Technical High School in the Western Cape town.
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