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Foton’s First Local Pickup Rolls Off the Line
Local Industry
Oct 6, 2025
Staff Writer

Foton’s First Local Pickup Rolls Off the Line

The first pre-production Completely Knocked Down (CKD) Foton pickup rolled off the assembly line at the brand’s local facility

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Leapmotor and Stellantis partner up for electric driving in SA
Local Industry
Oct 5, 2025
Staff Writer

Leapmotor and Stellantis partner up for electric driving in SA

South Africa is a key market for Stellantis, and the launch of Leapmotor marks an important step in offering innovative new-energy vehicle

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South Africa Ranked Fourth Riskiest Country for Drivers: Essential Safety Tips
Local Industry
Oct 5, 2025
Staff Writer

South Africa Ranked Fourth Riskiest Country for Drivers: Essential Safety Tips

South Africa ranks as the fourth riskiest country to drive in, according to the World's Best Drivers Index 2025, a study by Compare the Market

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Chinese Revolution Reshapes SA’s Automotive Landscape
Local Industry
Sep 30, 2025
Staff Writer

Chinese Revolution Reshapes SA’s Automotive Landscape

South Africa’s automotive market is undergoing a dramatic transformation as Chinese vehicle manufacturers establish themselves as formidable...

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Milestone for Off-Grid EV Charging in South Africa
Local Industry
Sep 30, 2025
Staff Writer

Milestone for Off-Grid EV Charging in South Africa

Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE) has reached an important moment in South Africa—s clean transport journey by hosting the Naamsa New Energy Vehicle

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Isuzu and Nelson Mandela University Drive Skills Development
Local Industry
Sep 30, 2025
Staff Writer

Isuzu and Nelson Mandela University Drive Skills Development

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) and Nelson Mandela University (NMU) are celebrating the success of their skills development partnership

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2.9MWp solar project celebrates 60th anniversary whilst driving sustainability goals
Local Industry
Sep 25, 2025
Staff Writer

2.9MWp solar project celebrates 60th anniversary whilst driving sustainability goals

Maxion Wheels, a leading producer and supplier of wheels for passenger and commercial vehicles, and Terra Firma, a South African commercial...

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Absa Research Shows Timing and Demographics Reshape Vehicle Buying in South Africa
Local Industry
Sep 23, 2025
Staff Writer

Absa Research Shows Timing and Demographics Reshape Vehicle Buying in South Africa

Absa Vehicle and Asset Finance presented new insights into consumer behaviour at DealerCon, the first event of its kind in South Africa—s automotive retail industry.

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South African Business Sentiment Weakens Amid U.S. Trade Tensions
Local Industry
Sep 4, 2025
Staff Writer

South African Business Sentiment Weakens Amid U.S. Trade Tensions

According to Reuters, South African business confidence experienced another sequential decline in the third quarter of 2025,

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Ford South Africa Announces Major Job Cuts Amid Market Pressures
Local Industry
Aug 29, 2025
Staff Writer

Ford South Africa Announces Major Job Cuts Amid Market Pressures

Ford Motor Company's South African operations will eliminate more than 470 positions as the automotive giant restructures its local manufacturing

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DealerCon 2025 set to equip dealers for a changing market
Local Industry
Aug 29, 2025
Staff Writer

DealerCon 2025 set to equip dealers for a changing market

The automotive landscape in South Africa is shifting rapidly, and DealerCon 2025 is positioned as a vital event for industry professionals

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Motor Industry Concludes 2025 Wage Negotiations
Local Industry
Aug 25, 2025
Staff Writer

Motor Industry Concludes 2025 Wage Negotiations

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) has successfully concluded 2025 wage negotiations, securing a three-year settlement that covers over

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