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- Industry News
- 20 November 2024
Dealer industry news from around Southern Africa
Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa has announced the appointment of Natasha Jardim (main photo) as its new Managing Executive. She succeeds Nadia Trimmel, who is moving to a new position within the Mercedes-Benz Group.
Mitsubishi Motors South Africa’s (MMSA) consistent prioritisation of customer service, customer retention and a positive brand image has resulted in the South African subsidiary receiving numerous awards as part of Mitsubishi’s annual global after-sales business excellence programme.
By Harm Stavast - Commercial Director - Keyloop Africa
Daring Africa 2024, Nissan’s overland adventure across eight countries with four Nissan Navara pick-ups and an X-Trail SUV, is preparing for the eighth and final leg of the odyssey, joining Nissan’s LCV manufacturing hub in South Africa and the company’s PV assembly plant in Egypt.
The impact of the seven-day strike by workers at Ford South Africa’s production plant in Silverton in Pretoria on the supply of vehicles to dealers and the export market is still unclear.
Stellantis South Africa hosted 44 members of the SOS Children’s Villages at its corporate headquarters in Midrand to introduce them to possible careers in the automotive industry.
OMODA & JAECOO announced a new partnership with Absa, a collaboration aimed at providing South African new-car buyers with fuss-free vehicle finance solutions.
Kariega-based Melony Els-Thom is the proud recipient of this year’s Best Apprentice award at Volkswagen Group Africa. The 42-year-old embodies tenacity and unwavering determination. Her career began at Volkswagen Group Africa as a temporary employee in 2005, where she worked as a Quality Inspector.
From the 1st of July 2024, JAC Motors South Africa has extended the service intervals of the T9 and T8 line-ups, featuring 2.0L turbo-diesel engines. This extension aims to enhance customer convenience and elevate the overall ownership experience.
The slump in new vehicle sales last month has been attributed by the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) to the uncertainty and dent to business confidence created by the delayed announcement of the Cabinet of the Government of National Unity (GNU) following South Africa’s general elections.
New vehicle sales were on the skids again in June as consumers continued to grapple with affordability issues.
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