General Tyre eyes export avenues
KARACHI: In a corporate briefing held on Tuesday, General Tyre and Rubber Company Limited (GTRCL) revealed that the company is looking for export opportunities in Africa and Dubai. According to…
Electric vehicle sales are surging in South Africa
The number of new energy vehicle (NEV) sold in South Africa increased 245.1% in the first nine months over the same period last year, Naamsa, the automotive business council said…
Volkswagen plans to build new electric SUV in South Africa
Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) plans to build a new electric SUV-style vehicle at its Kariega plant in the Eastern Cape. This was revealed in a recent interview by the community…
Volkswagen considering producing a third model in SA
Thomas Schaefer, Martina Biene, Gunnar Kilian at Kariega Plant in the Eastern Cape city of Gqeberha. Image: Supplied Thomas Schaefer, Martina Biene, Gunnar Kilian at Kariega Plant in the Eastern…
Automotive sector updates South Africa
New vehicle sales data shows a reasonable rebound for the motor industry, swinging back from challenges in October – but Nedbank warns that market conditions remain tough for the months…
ETGL TO DISTRIBUTE FORCE MOTORS MODEL RANGE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Pune, October 24, 2022: Pune-based automotive manufacturer Force Motors, a market leader in the manufacturing and selling of panel vans and midi-buses in India, announced today the appointment of ETG…
Nissan showcases revolutionary e-POWER technology to South Africa at SA Auto Week
Kabelo Rabotho, Country Director for Nissan SA Nissan showcases revolutionary e-POWER technology to South Africa at SA Auto Week Attendees will have the opportunity to test drive the all-new Nissan…
India’s Force Motors coming to South Africa with a rugged 4×4, bakkie and van range
Johanneburg – Most South Africans have probably never heard of Force Motors, but the Indian brand’s range of rugged-looking commercial vehicles will be hitting our roads soon. Having signed a…
Vehicle export market alive and kicking in South Africa
Export sales recorded a huge increase in September 2022 compared to vehicles exported in September 2021. Aiding with employment and economic growth, here are September’s most popular vehicles in the…
The path to a zero-emission automotive industry in Africa and the Middle East
The first of a two-part Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Intelligence report, produced by Oxford Business Group (OBG) in partnership with General Motors (GM), explores the key role that electric…