Omoda and Jaecoo get ready for new models in SA
- Industry News
- 25 April 2025
Dealer industry news from around Southern Africa
Metair has officially opened a new manufacturing facility for vehicle harnesses.
In preparation for the upcoming launch of the Next-Generation Ford Ranger later this year, the Ford Struandale Engine Plant in Gqeberha has commenced production of the latest generation of Ford engines.
Mercedes-Benz has decided to accelerate its electric vehicle (EV) development process by partnering with EV pioneers, Rivian.
Toyota celebrated the start of production with a solid month in August.
Mabuyane Mabuza has been appointed the interim Vice-Chairperson of the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists, replacing Graham Eagle.
The Automotive Business Council (naamsa) has announced that the local industry’s premium networking and thought-leadership conference would be held during the South African Auto Week at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Gauteng from 26 to 29 October 2022.
JSE-listed Super Group, which has vehicle dealerships in South Africa and the UK, believes the South African dealership market will remain challenging because of constrained consumer spending and vehicle shortages.
JSE-listed automotive business, Motus, is bullish about the motor industry’s prospects.
Ramoabi Moeng has been appointed Plant Manager for Continental Tyre SA’s Gqeberha facility.
Despite international challenges for vehicle manufacturers, the 100 000th facelifted Polo rolled off the assembly line at Volkswagen’s plant in Kariega in the Eastern Cape.
Martina Biene, who is currently the Head of Volkswagen Small and Compact Product Line, will succeed Robert Cisek as the Chairperson and Managing Director of VWSA.
In honour of Women’s Month, Nissan South Africa (NSA) hosted a female-empowered immersive driving experience.
Total new vehicle sales dropped by 13.8% during the second quarter of 2022 compared to the previous quarter. But sales were 4.7% up on the corresponding quarter in 2021.
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