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Value-Driven Consumer Experience Remains Central to Hyundai South Africa’s Growth in 2026
Johannesburg, 03 February 2026 – As competition in South Africa’s automotive market intensifies, Hyundai Automotive South Africa is starting 2026 on a confident note, demonstrating that a value-driven customer experience remains a key driver of growth. According to the latest figures from the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA), Hyundai recorded 3,048 […]
South Africa’s New Vehicle Market Kicks Off 2026 on Solid Ground
South Africa’s new vehicle market has carried the momentum of 2025 into the new year, with January sales confirming that the industry’s upward trajectory remains firmly on track. According to naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, 50,073 units were sold in January 2026, marking a 7.5% increase on the same month last year. While this […]
South African Vehicle Sales Start 2026 on a Strong Note
SOUTH AFRICA, Johannesburg, 02 February 2026 – The new year has kicked off on a positive note for the South African automotive sector, with January vehicle sales reflecting continued momentum. According to the latest figures released by naamsa | The Automotive Business Council, total vehicle sales rose by 7.5% year-on-year, while passenger car volumes increased […]
South African New Vehicle Market Kicks Off 2026 with Strong Momentum
PRETORIA – The South African new vehicle market has entered 2026 on a positive trajectory, carrying the momentum built throughout 2025 into the new year, according to naamsa | The Automotive Business Council. Aggregate domestic new vehicle sales in January reached 50,073 units, marking a 7,5% increase compared to the 46,594 vehicles sold in the […]
South Africa’s New Vehicle Sales Soar to 17-Year High, Driven by Strong Retail Demand
Johannesburg, 07 January 2026 – South Africa’s new vehicle market has hit a remarkable milestone, with annual sales reaching a 17-year high of 596,818 units, buoyed by a 19.2% year-on-year increase in December, according to industry figures released by naamsa | the Automotive Business Council. Brandon Cohen, Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA), […]
South Africa’s New Vehicle Market Closes November on a High Note
Johannesburg, 01 December 2025 – South Africa’s new vehicle market is heading into the festive season with strong momentum, posting robust growth in November. According to naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, new vehicle sales climbed 12,5% year-on-year, reaching 54,896 units. This result caps a year of steady recovery, with year-to-date sales now 15,4% ahead […]
South Africa’s Auto Industry Hits High Gear: Sales Surge as Market Matures
SOUTH AFRICA, Johannesburg – 3 November 2025 – South Africa’s automotive sector continues to chart an impressive trajectory, powering toward the long-anticipated 500,000-unit annual sales milestone. According to naamsa | The Automotive Business Council, total new vehicle sales in October reached 55,956 units – the highest monthly total since March 2015 and a striking 16% […]
South African Motor Industry Posts Record-Breaking October Sales Despite Consumer Pressure
SOUTH AFRICA, Johannesburg – 03 November 2025 – The South African automotive sector is accelerating past expectations, posting another month of remarkable growth. According to naamsa | The Automotive Business Council, total vehicle sales in October reached 55,956 units, the highest monthly tally since March 2015. Passenger cars alone accounted for 39,610 sales, marking the […]
Toyota Shines with Five Wins at the 2025 naamsa Accelerator Awards
Johannesburg – As Transport Month draws to a close, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has capped off the period with a remarkable achievement: five major honours at the 2025 naamsa Accelerator Awards. The recognition reinforces Toyota’s enduring commitment to product excellence, sustainable transformation and meaningful economic contribution within South Africa’s automotive landscape. Hosted during SA […]
Driving the Future: WesBank and naamsa Put New Energy Vehicles to the Ultimate South African Test
25 September 2025 – South Africa’s journey toward electric mobility takes a bold step forward this week as WesBank and naamsa | The Automotive Business Council launch a ground-breaking cross-country road trip designed to silence the country’s most persistent concern about New Energy Vehicles (NEVs): range anxiety. A 4,800-Kilometre Challenge From 26 September, a diverse […]
Toyota South Africa Motors secures year-to-date record sales for new vehicles
Johannesburg – Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM)’s new vehicle sales performance for August displayed an impressive year-to-date record of 13 276 units. The sales record aligns with the increased overall industry market share of 25.6%. TSAM’s upward trend of sales is consistent with naamsa’s monthly sales report. According to naamsa’s latest new vehicle sales report, the […]
Suzuki Sets New Sales Record with Over 6,500 Vehicles Sold in August
Johannesburg, South Africa – September 2025 – Spring has arrived with a surge of success for Suzuki Auto South Africa, as the brand celebrates a new all-time sales record. According to the latest figures released by industry body naamsa, Suzuki sold 6,534 new passenger and light commercial vehicles in August 2025. This achievement surpasses its […]















