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Pretoria, 22 January 2026 – Hyundai Automotive South Africa has announced a landmark strategic partnership with former Springboks Rugby World Cup-winning captain, John Smit. The announcement, made at Hyundai’s Centurion dealership, was attended by leading figures from the sporting, motoring, and business sectors. The partnership unites two leadership-driven brands, both built on shared values of […]

Pretoria, South Africa – 8 August 2025 – Defender is celebrating one of the most important, yet often overlooked, moments in sporting history as it kicks off its partnership with the Women’s Rugby World Cup England 2025. At the heart of this campaign is the story of Emily Valentine – the first known woman to […]

An exclusive Defender 110 takes centre stage in a nationwide trophy tour ahead of the Women’s Rugby World Cup, amplifying visibility for the tournament and celebrating the spirit of women’s rugby. Pretoria, South Africa – 14 May 2025: With just 100 days to go until kick-off, Defender has revealed a bespoke Defender 110 as the […]

Following their unforgettable experience at the 2023 Rugby World Cup, two young South Africans, Abner Spannenberg and Kellan Wild, have stepped forward as champions for social and environmental causes within their communities. Their journey began when they were selected as mascots for the South African team, an honor that extended beyond the rugby field into […]

BALLITO – Mitsubishi Motors South Africa has handed over a brand new Pajero Sport to Rugby World Cup winning Springbok Bongi Mbonambi. The handover took place following the culmination of the Springboks Trophy tour at Mitsubishi Motors Ballito. Bongi Mbonambi is known for his strength and talent in the position of hooker. A formidable rugby […]

Pretoria, South Africa – 25 October 2023: Defender is making the most of its Rugby World Cup 2023 partnership, following a launch event that included a performance from pioneering British rapper and actor Kano which kicked off seven weeks of intense activity for the modern luxury brand. A multi-faceted campaign champions Defender and a diverse […]

As we head toward the quarter-finals of the Rugby World Cup, fleet managers need to consider the effect this could have on their drivers the day after an important match. Later nights, possibly drinking, and emotional responses to the outcomes of games all culminate into a potentially dangerous situation for drivers. When it can affect […]

Johannesburg, September, 2023 — As South Africa rallies behind the Springboks during the Rugby World Cup in France, the staff at Chery Sandton and Chery Northcliff, proudly part of the Icar Technologies Group of Dealerships, are showing their unwavering support for our national team. In a country where rugby holds a special place in the […]

Pretoria, 5 September 2023: Defender is celebrating Rugby World Cup 2023 and the spirit of achieving more with the introduction of a Rugby World Cup 2023 Limited Edition. As worldwide partner, the exclusive set of just 23 unique vehicles have been introduced to the French market, inspiring Defender brand enthusiasts to embrace the impossible with […]

Pretoria, 27 June 2023: Defender, the Worldwide Partner of Rugby World Cup 2023, has opened the doors for two South African youths to realise their ultimate dream of participating in the Rugby World Cup 2023. The greatest sporting event of the year is taking place in France from 8 September to 28 October. Both ten […]