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Government is advancing a new phase of its Special Economic Zones strategy, aiming to strengthen manufacturing, attract investment and position industrial hubs as drivers of inclusive economic growth.
South Africa has been urged to improve its competitiveness as Volkswagen's global restructuring plans highlight the increasing pressure on automotive manufacturers worldwide.
South Africa's automotive industry faces a critical decade as a new report warns that the shift to new energy vehicles could threaten thousands of jobs without targeted investment, localisation and skills development.
Toyota South Africa Motors has launched production of the ninth-generation Hilux at its Durban plant, backed by a R10.4 billion investment that strengthens local manufacturing, supplier development and long-term employment.
Chery South Africa will begin producing the Tiggo 4 Cross at its Rosslyn plant in 2027, creating thousands of jobs while strengthening local manufacturing and supplier development.
Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s Drive Your Dreams Mentorship Programme is equipping young learners with workplace skills, industry exposure and career guidance to help bridge the gap between education and employment.
Absa and BYD have launched a new EV finance model designed around the complete ownership journey, combining vehicle finance with charging, insurance, maintenance and future resale considerations.
BYD and Absa are combining automotive technology and financial expertise to accelerate electric vehicle adoption in South Africa through a dedicated ownership and finance ecosystem.
Chery’s Rosslyn investment is expected to strengthen South Africa’s automotive sector, with government calling for greater local supplier participation, skills development and youth enterprise opportunities.
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation has strengthened its executive team with the appointment of Henk Ferreira, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience across automotive, finance and digital transformation.
MISA is calling for stronger local manufacturing commitments as new automotive investment reshapes South Africa’s industry, arguing that foreign investment should translate into skills development, component production and sustainable employment.
A new automotive development in Johannesburg’s Alexandra township is entering its operational phase, aiming to expand business opportunities, improve skills access and connect local enterprises with the wider mobility industry.