
South Africans Keep Cars Longer as Costs Rise in South Africa
Many South Africans are delaying vehicle upgrades as costs rise, making maintenance essential for safety, reliability and long-term savings.

The definitive pulse of the South African automotive landscape — from manufacturing shifts to the future of mobility.

Many South Africans are delaying vehicle upgrades as costs rise, making maintenance essential for safety, reliability and long-term savings.

Stellantis plans over €1bn investment at its Mulhouse plant to build electric vehicles from 2029, strengthening France’s EV manufacturing shift.

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