Sales for Mahindra bakkies and SUVs jumped by over 600 units in March to 2 253 vehicles, setting a new all-time record and welcoming Mahindra into the hallowed 2 000-unit-per-month club.

naamsa releases March, 2025 new vehicle sales stats

The ISUZU Foundation, a partnership between Isuzu Motors South Africa and its Dealer Network, has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to IRONMAN4TheKidz Charity and has raised close to R 350,000 for children’s charities in Nelson Mandela Bay.

Have you ever wondered what goes into naming a specific car model? Is it the result of a creative strategy, market research, and cultural considerations, or does it reflect a deeper connection to the vehicle’s design, features, and brand identity? We asked the team at Jetour South Africa about how the brand came to select the names of some of their models.

JAC Motors, the leader in South Africa's battery-electric truck segment with over 50 electric trucks operating in major fleets like Takealot, Eskom, DSV, Interwaste, DP World, Adcock Ingram and Blue-Ribbon Bakery, is expanding its green-energy line-up with the T9 2.0L TGDI PHEV double-cab bakkie.

Tennis players across South Africa will be given a chance to compete on clay courts for the first time on home soil when the inaugural Renault Clay Courts Challenge series is held at the North-West University (NWU) in Potchefstroom between 9 May and 10 August 2025.

Sponsoring women’s sport in South Africa, promoting diversity, advancing gender equality and celebrating exceptional women athletes, from grassroot right up to international level, requires a collective effort.

Just a few days after its official introduction to the South African market, the TopGear SA team in a troop of Nissan Navara Warriors has embarked on a record-breaking expedition into South Africa’s most extreme hinterland.

Award-winning South African multi-media personality, artist and creative director, Nomuzi Mabena, also known as Moozlie, has officially partnered with Mahindra South Africa in a dynamic new collaboration.

FIAT Professional is ready to launch the new Scudo and E-Scudo S-Design, a reinterpretation of the iconic Italian brand’s Light Commercial Vehicle that combines functionality and style in a modern and sporty look.

The Jeep® Avenger 4xe is set to redefine expectations in the B-SUV segment offering an exclusive design, top-tier performance, and embodying Jeep's rich legacy of all-wheel drive.

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (Ford South Africa) has begun full-scale production of the first-ever Ford Ranger Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at its Silverton Manufacturing Plant.

Almost exactly 60 years after its first success on the track, the Alfa Romeo GTA celebrates another victory: the iconic coupé, first to cross the finish line at the “1000 Kilometers of Monza” in April 1965, is among the winners of the “Motor Klassik Awards 2025.”

Start your engines, South Africa — TopGear SA is bringing home one of the world’s most iconic motoring segments: “Star in a Reasonably Priced Car”, launching this April exclusively on the TopGear South Africa YouTube Channel.

SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products in South Africa, is proud to announce the official launch of SVI LITE, a groundbreaking new product aimed at providing cost-effective partial ballistic protection to the general motoring public.

We can now reveal the details! The inaugural round of the famed South African National and Northern Regions Rally Championship will take place at Fouriesburg, Eastern Free State.

Last weekend saw some of Gauteng’s Jetour Dashing and X70 Plus owners join Jetour South Africa at the Old Oak restaurant in Linksfield, Johannesburg.

The Honda Wing Road Tour 2025 is currently underway; the tour in collaboration with the Honda Wing Motorcycle dealer network, is a nationwide showcase of Honda Wings exceptional Fun Bike Range.

The organizers of Africa’s largest sustainability conference and exhibition, formerly known as the ESG Africa Conference, are excited to announce two significant updates for this year's event, which will take place from the 15-16 October, at the Sandton Convention Centre.

South African hockey faces challenges including financial constraints, lack of exposure and corporate sponsorship as well as competitive opportunities.

This completes the launch of the Junior model, now available in 38 countries, with 30,000 orders already placed worldwide, of which a significant proportion of 19% in the full-electric configuration.

Lipstick artist, Ricollin Moodley, has captivated a devoted audience with his unique art, using cosmetic products to craft beautiful portraits.

The 15th anniversary of World Read Aloud Day, observed on 5 February 2025, serves as a stark reminder of the literacy crisis in South Africa.

The ISUZU Foundation, a partnership between Isuzu Motors South Africa (ISUZU) and its Dealer Network is proud to continue its support for IRONMAN South Africa’s charity trust, IRONMAN4theKidz, raising funds for 13 charity organisations through athlete participation fee in IRONMAN Triathlon Series taking place in Nelson Mandela Bay.

All Continental tyres are subjected to the most rigorous testing as part of the German manufacturer’s tyre development and quality control processes.

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (Ford South Africa) has been certified for a second year as a Top Employer, reaffirming its status as a leading organisation committed to fostering a supportive and high-performing workplace.

Despite having won more than 120 industry awards, the thing that matters most to Tiger Wheel & Tyre, is still getting you there safely – wherever there may be.

According to the Road Accident Fund (RAF), an average of 1,288 school-going children aged five to 19 lose their lives on South African roads each year, highlighting the urgent need for improved road safety measures.

As the automotive industry transitions towards new energy vehicles, Chery has formally set the strategic goal of establishing itself as the world’s number one hybrid brand.

When launching in September last year, the new SUV brand Jetour was on the lookout for local lifestyle, travel, and tech influencers who would authentically embody the brand’s authenticity, passion, and creativity.

ISUZU Motors South Africa proudly celebrates IRONMAN South Africa African Championship 20th anniversary, marking two decades of success and growth in the country.

Everything is ready for the dynamic debut of the Junior Hybrid Q4, an event that will give international journalists the opportunity to find out the nitty-gritty and test drive the evolution of Q4 technology, now the characteristic feature of the brand’s entire offering.

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) is bolstering its Tourneo Custom range with the addition of a new Active model that offers even better value than the current Trend derivative, while retaining the exceptional comfort, space and versatility that this practical people-mover is renowned for.

Thirty years ago, Continental used silica for the very first time in its tread compounds for car tyres. The properties of this filler revolutionised the driving safety and energy efficiency of tyres.

Stellantis Chief Financial Officer Doug Ostermann will participate in a fireside chat at the Wolfe Research Virtual Auto Summit on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, from 1:20 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EDT / 6:20 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CET.

Continental was represented with four technical presentations at this year’s Tire Technology Expo conference held from March 4 to 6 in Hanover.

Chery reached a landmark milestone earlier this month by exporting the one-millionth Tiggo 4 to global markets. The vehicle departed from Dalian Port in China, where a special event celebrated this significant achievement.

Audi South Africa has rounded out the updated Audi Q8 model range with the RS Q8 performance, the new flagship of Audi’s SUV offering.

Audi has once again upgraded its flagship SUV with a clear visual language and even better technology.

Volkswagen Motorsport enjoyed a positive start to its 2025 racing season at Killarney’s Extreme Festival powered by Coca-Cola in Cape Town on Saturday. South African champion Jonathan Mogotsi ended a fighting third ahead of rookie Astron Polo Cup champion teammate Jason Loosemore in his debut in the SATC SupaCup races.

The Volkswagen Rookie Cup delivered racing of the highest orders as its young drivers showed talent and nerve way beyond their years and experience to thrill the Cape Town Killarney International Raceway’s first round National Extreme Festival powered by Coca-Cola on Saturday.

The 2025 Astron Energy Polo Cup kicked off with a stunning display of racing action at the season opening Extreme Festival powered by Coca Cola at Cape Town’s Killarney International Raceway on Saturday.

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The Jeep® Avenger 4xe, a game-changer in the B-SUV segment and now, Jeep is offering a behind-the-scenes look into its creation with an exclusive four-part video series. This captivating journey delves into the meticulous process that shaped the Avenger 4xe—one fuelled by real-world demands, cutting-edge innovation, and the passion of its designers.

Mercedes-AMG recommends the Grabber AT3 from General Tire for its G63 SUV, the sports version of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.

March 8 is International Women's Day. However, diversity, inclusion and equality are not only a top priority at Opel on this annual day of celebration. Instead these principles are a fundamental part of the corporate culture.

Qatar and Angola are two key markets where the SUV brand Jetour has secured a leading position, with similar success anticipated in many other territories soon.

Chery South Africa is pleased to announce a new partnership with the National Premier League (NPL). The partnership aims to provide opportunities for fledgling players nationwide and nurture their talent.

The new Transit Van 350 LWB is the latest addition to Ford’s commercial vehicle line-up, providing a capable and adaptable vehicle that is designed to serve the diverse needs of business and fleet customers across various industries.

Following the recent teaser of the all-new Jeep Compass, the brand confirms the global reveal will take place in Europe this spring. European production of the Next-generation Compass, built on the STLA Medium platform, remains on track to begin this year in Melfi, Italy, where the photos distributed today were taken.