For a new brand in a very competitive automotive market, Jetour has achieved some astonishing feats since launching into the country in September 2024.

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – December 22, 2025 – The Leapmotor C10 REEV has been named a semi-finalist in the 2026 South African Car of the Year (COTY) competition, sponsored by Old Mutual Insure. Supported by Stellantis South Africa, the C10 REEV represents Leapmotor’s extended-range electric vehicle offering, combining electric-first operation with range-extending capability designed to meet diverse mobility requirements.

iCAUR recently presented a comprehensive look at its latest engineering developments, highlighting progress in its platform architecture, chassis design, and intelligent all-wheel drive systems.

Tokyo, Japan – The all-new Destinator midsize SUV won the Good Design Award 2025, one of the world’s most respected design accolades.

Johannesburg, South Africa — It is a well-reported fact that South Africa has one of the highest vehicle and accident rates in the world. This makes driving on South African roads a hazardous task, a fact that only gets worse over the festive season.

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The Junior’s arrival comes with an early benchmark moment in South Africa’s top automotive awards.

Alfa Romeo will be taking part in the 102nd Brussels Motor Show, due to take place January 9-18, 2026, with a spectacular stand designed to tell the story of the evolution of the Biscione brand through the utmost in Italian design, technological innovation, and driving dynamics.

AMSTERDAM, December 18, 2025 – From January 9 to 18, the 102nd edition of the Brussels Motor Show will take place, hosting around 75 OEMs and attracting more than 300,000 visitors.

Johannesburg, South Africa — 18 December 2025 - GAC Motor South Africa, a driver of South African automotive innovation, was the official vehicle partner at this year’s lauded South African Music Awards (SAMAs), providing range-topping mobility solutions to South Africa’s equivalent of the Grammy Awards.

Johannesburg, South Africa — Wednesday, 17 December 2025: Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles have officially launched TataMove, a comprehensive aftersales promise designed to give South African motorists absolute peace of mind long after they drive off the showroom floor.

Customers can reach out easily through WhatsApp chat and receive an assured response in less than 24 hours – a strategic launch just before the holiday season.

The brand’s new flagship combines old-school SUV proportions with cutting-edge technology to deliver refined capability for modern drivers.

AMSTERDAM, December 17, 2025 – Stellantis today announced the appointment of Eric Laforge as Responsible of Stellantis Pro One Global Business Unit, effective January 1, 2026.

World Cup Winning Springbok Ox Nché has extended his partnership with Mitsubishi Motors South Africa and experienced the Next-Gen Triton firsthand, when he got behind the wheel at a sponsorship engagement event in Durban recently.

Lepas, part of the globally acclaimed Chery Group, will officially enter the South African market in February 2026, bringing a new vision of modern automotive elegance with the L4, L6 and flagship L8.

Hanover, Germany, December 11, 2025. Continental is pushing forward with efforts to reduce tyre wear by using innovative technologies, carrying out cutting-edge research and actively participating in various industry initiatives.

OMODA & JAECOO South Africa closed out an exceptional year with a vibrant celebration on 7 December at Kyalami Shisanyama.

Chery South Africa has earned two coveted places among the semi-finalists in the 2026 South African Car of the Year (COTY) competition, with the Tiggo 9 and Tiggo 7 CSH both selected.

JAECOO South Africa has expanded the J5 range with the arrival of the new Core trim, a value-focused entry point designed to broaden the brand’s appeal without compromising on capability or quality.

Johannesburg, 11 December 2025 – Hyundai Automotive South Africa is proud to shine a spotlight on one of its most inspiring leaders: Zweli Sibiya, Dealer Principal of Hyundai Benoni; who rose from humble beginnings to lead one of the top-performing dealerships.

Jetour took centre stage at Gauteng’s premier horseracing event, the 2025 Betway Summer Cup, on 29 November. As the official vehicle sponsor, the brand took advantage of this prestigious opportunity to showcase its full range of vehicles, including the newly launched Jetour T1 and T2 models.

Johannesburg, South Africa — 10 December 2026 - JMC (Jiangling Motors Corporation) has officially revealed its model range price list for the South African market, marking a significant step in the brand’s renewed local momentum under the distribution of Salvador Caetano South Africa.

JOHANNESBURG, 6 December 2025: The South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ) has announced the long-awaited semi-finalists for the 40th edition of the prestigious 2026 Car of the Year (COTY) competition, held annually since 1986.

On November 21, the 23rd Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition opened at the Canton Fair Complex, where JAC Motors showcased its latest high-end, intelligent vehicles, highlighting the company's strategic shift from traditional manufacturing to a forward-looking, technology-driven mobility enterprise.

Chery Fest returned for its second consecutive year, firmly establishing itself as a flagship annual celebration for the vibrant and ever-expanding Chery community in South Africa.

As the holiday season approaches and many families prepare for long journeys, OMODA & JAECOO South Africa is offering a complimentary 15-minute Holiday Vehicle Health Check to help ensure every trip is a safe one.

AMSTERDAM and TALLINN, Estonia, December 9, 2025 – Stellantis and Bolt, Europe’s leading mobility platform, today announced they have entered a partnership to jointly explore the development and deployment of Level 4 (driverless) autonomous vehicles for commercial operations across Europe.

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More than 10 years ago, Renault broke with the codes of the B segment by infusing the Renault Captur model with the DNA of the “voiture à vivre” (car for living).

The T1 and its sibling model, the T2, have quickly made their mark in the local automotive market since launching at the end of October.

JOHANNESBURG, 08 December 2025 – Stellantis South Africa announces the appointment of Alex Shahini as Brand Communications Manager for Alfa Romeo, Jeep® and Leapmotor. Effective immediately, Shahini will lead media strategy, content development, and engagement for these brands, supporting Stellantis’ growth ambitions in the region.

SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products in South Africa, has revealed the 5 vehicles that proved most popular with SVI customers purchasing armoured protection in 2025.

It’s exactly one year since Chery South Africa celebrated its best ever sales performance, with just over 2 000 units sold.

Johannesburg, 5 December 2025 - On October 20, during the 2025 Chery International User Summit, LEPAS hosted its first public safety test at the Chery Longshan Test Centre in Wuhu, open to global media and dealers, proving that true elegance is founded on uncompromising safety.

Francie Lubbe has been appointed as the new General Manager of DFSK South Africa. The appointment marks the start of a bold, new chapter for the brand which continues to expand its footprint in the country’s commercial vehicle landscape.

Johannesburg, South Africa – Hobby-X 2026 is set to make its highly anticipated return from 30 April to 3 May 2026 at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, uniting makers, crafters, artists, and hobbyists from all corners to escape, play, and create in an unforgettable celebration of creativity.

Pinetown, 04 December 2025 – The Hyundai Pinetown dealership has once again raised the bar in South Africa’s automotive retail sector, setting a new all-time monthly sales record for Hyundai Automotive South Africa.

Tonale for All reflects Stellantis’ approach to universal accessibility: practical solutions, advanced engineering, and respectful design. Developed in collaboration with CRF and Fadiel Italiana, this special version integrates advanced solutions that enable safe, confident driving for individuals with reduced upper limb functionality.

South Africa, 03 December 2025 - Salvador Caetano South Africa, the recently appointed importer and distributor of JMC, has confirmed the local introduction of the Carrying Plus truck, a commercial vehicle designed for demanding professionals.

Johannesburg, December 03, 2025 – Stellantis South Africa proudly announces the opening of a new Platina Motor Group dealership in Rustenburg, reinforcing its Brand House Network and bringing six leading automotive brands, Opel, Citroën, Peugeot, Jeep®, FIAT, and the all-new Leapmotor, closer to customers in the Northwest Province.

Hyundai Automotive South Africa today announced a special value-add initiative for all Hyundai owners across the country: free complimentary pre-holiday vehicle checks available at any Hyundai dealership.

“The T2 is really here to disturb the market. I can’t remember the last car that got people so excited. Jetour outdid themselves,” is one of many comments circulating on various digital platforms in response to the newly launched Jetour T2.

AMSTERDAM, December 1, 2025 – Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa will participate in a fireside chat on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 3:05 p.m. to 3:40 p.m. CET / 9:05 a.m. to 9:40 a.m. EST at Goldman Sachs 17th Annual Industrials & Autos Week.

Kariega - Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has completed the second phase of its solar photovoltaic (PV) carport project in the employee car park and service centre at the Kariega manufacturing plant, further demonstrating its focus on renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing.

Johannesburg, 2 December 2025: GWM South Africa brought its 18th anniversary to life with the debut of FAM FEST, a vibrant celebration at Syringa Park in Muldersdrift that marked nearly two decades of connecting people, families, and communities through innovation, adventure, and shared experiences.

Gqeberha – Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) employees and their loved-ones came together on Saturday, 29 November, at the Baakens Valley Nature Reserve, to lend a helping hand in restoring and protecting this important ecological space.

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Alfa Romeo presents the Giulia Quadrifoglio Collezione and Stelvio Quadrifoglio Collezione, two limited-edition creations made to celebrate one of the brand's most famous symbols: the Quadrifoglio, which brings with it a centuries-old quest for technical excellence applied to competitions and production cars.

Isuzu Motors South Africa has unveiled its latest innovation in passenger transport - the Isuzu MVR bus chassis, engineered to deliver an unmatched level of comfort, safety, and performance for commuters.