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The development marks a significant step in strengthening South Africa’s grid infrastructure, expanding local industrial capacity and positioning ACTOM as one of the few African OEMs able to support multiple components of the energy value chain. ACTOM Group CEO Mervyn Naidoo says the recovery of the Pretoria West plant represents a deliberate investment in South Africa’s industrial future.

Buyers' under-35 of new and used cars in South Africa have dropped over the last ten years, relative to those over-35, as stagnant personal income, high levels of youth unemployment and rising living costs have squeezed disposable income. Increased fuel, insurance, and maintenance costs coupled with reasonably extensive public transport and ride hailing options have further dampened demand.

Grenadier orders grow 14.6% YoY in H1 with record first-half performance driven by both retail sales and increasingly significant fleet deals Growing interest from European defence and security sectors follows numerous orders from corporate, public sector and emergency services worldwide Further investment in sustaining positive trajectory includes appointment of new Global Sales Director, Sagree Sardien and continued expansion of retail network Mike Whittington, CCO of INEOS Automotive,...

Mitsubishi Motors SA has received a Gold Award in the 2026 NADA DSI Survey. The long-standing NADA DSI Survey measures the relationship between automotive brands and their dealer network. Mitsubishi Motors Gold Award follows the implementation of a variety of initiatives designed to improve their business operations. NADA has measured dealer’s satisfaction with their various automotive brands annually since 1996. The survey is conducted over 14 categories by an appointed research company.

The Tiggo 4 Cross will be the first Chery model produced at Rosslyn, with production starting in the second half of 2027. Chery plans to manufacture both petrol and hybrid derivatives locally. The Tiggo 4 range sold 11,322 units in South Africa between January and June 2026.

The organisation says that stronger roadworthiness standards and more effective enforcement have the potential to formalise a significant portion of South Africa's automotive aftermarket, creating a safer, more competitive and more inclusive industry while delivering substantial economic benefits.

Jetour recently hosted two events, one to showcase the full capabilities of the Jetour T-Series and the other to put the new T-Series i-DM range’s fuel efficiency to the test. A T-Series 4x4 Adventure Day for T1 and T2 Odyssey owners, together with dealership representatives, took place at Grabouw 4x4 Trail within the Kogelberg Biosphere in the Western Cape.

The recognition reflects GWM's continued commitment to supporting its dealer network and delivering an outstanding retail experience. Now in its 30th year, the NADA DSI Survey is a cornerstone of South Africa’s automotive retail landscape, offering critical insights into the health of dealer-manufacturer relationships.

Pairing Autoliv’s long-standing competence in passive safety systems with Xpeng’s positioning in “smart” EVs, AI and assisted driving reflects a broader supplier–OEM trend: moving from component supply toward system-level co-development intended to shorten innovation cycles and improve platform scalability for global markets, says GlobalData, a leading intelligence and productivity platform.

The relaunch follows a recent upgrade to the site, including a refreshed forecourt and a modernised Pick n Pay Express, aimed at enhancing the customer experience and supporting continued business growth Nokwanda Khumalo, GM for Mobility & Convenience at bp Southern Africa, said: "The refreshed forecourt and enhanced Pick n Pay Express environment reflect our continued investment in strengthening our retail network while enabling entrepreneurs like Cindy Ramokoto to grow sustainable...