SOUTH AFRICA

The automotive sector has endured sustained pressure for several months now, exacerbated by the relatively high cost of vehicle ownership as a result of increased fuel prices, high inflation and high lending rates, among other factors. The impact has been felt across the board, including the budget and premium segments. ...

Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has announced the appointment of Maretha Gerber as the new President and Group CEO . Maretha, a born and bred South African, makes history by being the first female appointed in this role at DTSA. This transition follows the current President and Group CEO, Michael ...

The 6th generation of Honda’s most popular SUV, the Honda CR-V, hit the dealerships and showrooms across South Africa this Thursday, 9 February 2024. It is perfect for daily life or weekend escapes, with a rugged and sophisticated design inside and out, a more spacious interior, increased utility and a ...

Auto industry veteran Dayle Walker knows a thing or two about crashing and getting patched up again. No matter what challenges life throws at her, she finds a way to stay the course and come out all polished on the other side. This year she is celebrating her 37th year ...

The Durban Automotive Cluster (DAC) has announced the opening of applications for its Business Accelerator. This ground-breaking programme is spearheaded by the unwavering support of the eThekwini Municipality and leading automotive industry giants, including Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM), Hesto Harnesses, and Toyota Boshoku South Africa (TBSA). The DAC Accelerator ...

The fifth generation of the MINI Cooper stands for simplicity at its charismatic best. Typical MINI proportions evoke the brand’s history. Together with the striking front grille, they give the new model its distinctive face. Minimalist design, digital innovations and an immersive user experience are the hallmarks of the interior. ...

With just two weeks to go until the start of the inaugural African Karting Cup (AKC) which will be taking place in South Africa, a new venue has been announced as the maiden edition of the championship will now take place  at Zwartkops Kart Circuit in Centurion between 15 – ...

Responding to the findings of TransUnion’s latest Vehicle Pricing Index (VPI), Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), a constituent association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), says expanding second hand car parc sales, are definitely good news for independent workshops. Ranft says with so many ...

The Chairperson/Managing Director, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA), Martina Biene, has adduced reasons why  the leading German automobile brand wants to return to Nigeria after exiting the local market a few years ago.  Biene, who also heads the Volkswagen Group Africa operations, said her company would like to return to Nigeria ...

New vehicle sales started 2024 where they left 2023 off: with the choke on waiting for conditions and performance to improve. According to figures released by naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, new vehicle sales started on a weak footing, albeit with bigger volumes than December. January sales registered 41,636 ...