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Quarterly review of business conditions: new motor vehicle manufacturing industry / automotive sector: 2nd quarter 2023

August 15, 2023

Attached is a copy of naamsa’s quarterly review of business conditions for the South African motor vehicle manufacturing industry, during the second quarter of 2023, as submitted to the Director-General,…

Interest and support for Automechanika Johannesburg and Futuroad Expo 2023 gain momentum as showtime approaches

August 14, 2023

Industry support and enthusiasm for the upcoming Automechanika Johannesburg and Futuroad Expo 2023 Shows are gaining momentum as the Show dates draw nearer and more information becomes available about exhibitors…

Are you on the grid for the 2023 Festival of Motoring?

August 14, 2023

The numbers don’t lie. The Festival of Motoring was confirmed by all who attended the 2022 event to be one of the highlights of the annual South African motoring calendar….

The Ultimate Armoured Luxury SUV: Meet SVI’s B6-Rated Lexus LX

August 14, 2023

SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products, has developed a new B6 discreet package for the J310-generation Lexus LX, handing the luxury all-terrain SUV the highest level of civilian…

Mitsubishi Triton Athlete Set to Amaze South African Bakkie Customers with Unparalleled Performance and Style

August 14, 2023

Mitsubishi are expanding their Triton range with the addition of the Triton Athlete, a limited-edition model that takes the Triton concept to a whole new level. The Triton remains a…

ISUZU adds value-oriented 1.9 LS to mu-X range

August 7, 2023

ISUZU Motors South Africa has launched a new value-oriented version of its mu-X seven-seater sport utility vehicle (SUV), in the form of the all-new 1.9 LS 4×2 AT. The new…

5 extra ways to save fuel

August 4, 2023

Motorists face another financial knock this month with the petrol increasing by 37c per litre and diesel rising by 72c per litre. This means the fuel price remains below R25…

Mercedes-Benz South Africa convenes key stakeholders for pioneering dialogue on collaborative opportunities in the automotive industry

August 4, 2023

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) hosted its first Stakeholder Dialogue event at its East London Manufacturing Plant, bringing together multi-sectoral stakeholders with a keen interest in finding solutions to cross-cutting issues…

Mid-year milestone for Suzuki Auto

August 3, 2023

Suzuki Auto has just passed a major sales milestone in South Africa. The Japanese maker of compact passenger vehicles, SUVs and commercial vehicles handed the keys to their 200 000th buyer…

Volkswagen supports early learning development

August 3, 2023

Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) closed off Mandela month at the Edutak Pre-primary Training Centre in Pretoria last weekend. More than a 120 Volkswagen employees and their loved ones volunteered…

Become a triumphant bus operator

August 2, 2023

If you have not yet submitted your entry for the SABOA Fleet Safety Awards, you still have a chance. The first-round entries have been extended to 7 August 2023. The…

Auto industry rallies back behind the stabilisation of inflation

August 2, 2023

The Automotive Business Council CEO, Mikel MABASA said, a sigh of relief for new vehicle buyers as the South African Reserve Bank [SARB] paused interest rates at 8,25% in July…

Ford South Africa partners with Faces, strengthening ties with adventure-sport communities

August 2, 2023

Ford South Africa is excited to announce its partnership with Faces, a renowned name in mountain biking, road cycling, and adventure-endurance events. This collaboration aims to connect the Ford brand…

New vehicle sales hold their own

August 2, 2023

New vehicle sales held their own during July, showing marginal growth year-on-year, to record 43,389 units. According to figures released by naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, this represents growth…

Niels Wichmann appointed as the new Head of Volkswagen Brand

August 1, 2023

Johannesburg – Niels Wichmann has been appointed as the new Head of Volkswagen Passenger Cars Brand effective 1 August 2023. Wichmann replaces Steffen Knapp who has been appointed as the…

The South African logistics sector loses momentum in June

July 31, 2023

After reaching its highest index level on record at a revised 122.6 in May, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index (Ctrack TFI) declined by 0,5% in June 2023 to 122.0….

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