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Festival of Motoring will see iCAUR on display
Local Industry
Aug 21, 2025
Staff Writer

Festival of Motoring will see iCAUR on display

Visitors to this year's Festival of Motoring will be able to catch a glimpse of the iCAUR, a 'young at heart' brand, and part of Chery

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South Africa's Automotive Sector Navigates Tariff Turbulence and Market Pressures
Local Industry
Aug 20, 2025
Staff Writer

South Africa's Automotive Sector Navigates Tariff Turbulence and Market Pressures

South Africa's motor industry is facing a challenging year as global trade dynamics, domestic affordability, and supply chain issues combine...

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Help from Mazda to overcome problems on the road
Local Industry
Aug 20, 2025
Staff Writer

Help from Mazda to overcome problems on the road

This Women's Month, Mazda Southern Africa is encouraging women to learn a skill that could make a real difference: changing a flat tyre.

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Waste Bureau Reminder Prompts Industry Call for Better Tyre DisposalPractices
Local Industry
Aug 19, 2025
Staff Writer

Waste Bureau Reminder Prompts Industry Call for Better Tyre DisposalPractices

The Tyre, Equipment, Parts Association (TEPA) has endorsed a recent reminder from the Waste Bureau emphasizing tyre dealers

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Cubbi goes big with new facility in Germiston
Local Industry
Aug 18, 2025
Staff Writer

Cubbi goes big with new facility in Germiston

With more than 300 vehicles at its disposal, the pre-owned car group Cubbi opened up new mega dealership in Germiston.

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Tata passenger vehicles return to South Africa
Local Industry
Aug 15, 2025
Staff Writer

Tata passenger vehicles return to South Africa

After six years, Tata returns with Motus as distributor, bringing stylish, safe passenger vehicles to South Africa’s diverse segments.

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South African luxury car market faces major restructuring
Local Industry
Aug 6, 2025
Staff Writer

South African luxury car market faces major restructuring

Luxury car sales in South Africa dropped 68% in a decade, forcing brands like Volvo, BMW & Lexus to restructure for sustainability.

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New Managing Director for Subaru SA
Local Industry
Aug 6, 2025
Staff Writer

New Managing Director for Subaru SA

Toshimitsu Tanaka succeeds Andrew Marshall as Managing Director of Subaru Southern Africa, bringing 30+ years of global automotive leadership.

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Ramaphosa promises support package for exporters hit by US tariffs
Local Industry
Aug 4, 2025
Staff Writer

Ramaphosa promises support package for exporters hit by US tariffs

President Ramaphosa unveils support measures for South African exporters hit by US tariffs, aiming to protect jobs and trade relations.

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Ramaphosa Confident in SA Auto Industry's Future Amid Global Challenges
Local Industry
Aug 4, 2025
Staff Writer

Ramaphosa Confident in SA Auto Industry's Future Amid Global Challenges

President Ramaphosa reaffirms commitment to South Africa’s automotive sector, emphasizing resilience and green mobility investments.

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South African Diplomat Says US Demands on Affirmative Action Complicate Trade Talks
Local Industry
Jul 31, 2025
Staff Writer

South African Diplomat Says US Demands on Affirmative Action Complicate Trade Talks

A senior South African diplomat states that U.S. demands on domestic affirmative action policies are complicating efforts to secure a trade deal.

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Toyota SA shifts gears with online store launch
Local Industry
Jul 30, 2025
Staff Writer

Toyota SA shifts gears with online store launch

Toyota South Africa Motors introduces Shop Toyota, an e-commerce platform offering genuine parts, accessories, and merchandise nationwide.

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