Dealer industry news from around Southern Africa
As the production shift ended on 31 March 2026 at the Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) manufacturing plant, a defining milestone in the company’s history was achieved.
South Africa’s motorists and automotive sector are facing a fresh layer of uncertainty as the Middle East conflict continues to disrupt global oil markets, but for now the country’s fuel supply remains stable even as costs rise.
Stellantis has struck a five year strategic partnership with Microsoft as it accelerates its shift towards software defined vehicles and digital services.
The recent influx of new automotive brands and models into South Africa has significantly revitalised the local industry, a trend clearly reflected by the robust growth in monthly sales figures.
Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) has announced the appointment of Takashi Nishida as its new Chairman (Non-Executive Director), effective 1 April 2026.
Auto China 2026 marks another milestone in the evolution of an event that has tracked China’s rise from emerging market to global automotive powerhouse.
Daimler Truck Southern Africa has appointed Mpho Matseba as the new Head of FUSO Trucks Southern Africa, effective 1 April 2026.
Nissan is reshaping its future by cutting back the number of models it sells globally and putting more focus on electric and hybrid technology as it works to recover from years of financial and operational pressure.
Chinese EV newcomer iCAUR is putting its promise of personalisation to the test in South Africa, with the brand now using an influencer-led design competition to show local buyers just how far they can tailor their vehicles to suit their own tastes.
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is set to make history with a series of Guinness World Records attempts, bringing Hilux owners together from across the country in a bold, large-scale celebration of the all-new 9th generation Toyota Hilux.
Chery is intensifying its European expansion by exploring partnerships that would allow the company to utilise existing automotive factories rather than constructing new ones.
Stellantis Middle East and Africa announced the appointment of Sizwekazi Jekwa Mdingi as the Head of Communication and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for Stellantis in South Africa.
The conflict in the Middle East has thrown global supply chains into disarray, exposing the risks of over-reliance on concentrated hubs.
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