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Tata Africa Marks 12 000th Locally Assembled Vehicle

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Mar 31, 2026

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Tata Africa Marks 12 000th Locally Assembled Vehicle

Tata Africa celebrates 12,000 locally assembled vehicles in Rosslyn, reinforcing its commitment to growth, jobs and SA’s auto sector.

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Deloitte Study Reveals a Reversal of Fortunes Between Germany and China

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