Daimler Trucks

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – 15 January 2026Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has once again been recognised as a Top Employer in South Africa, securing the certification for a fifth consecutive year and reinforcing its reputation as one of the country’s most progressive and people-focused organisations. The 2026 recognition also marks DTSA’s fourth consecutive year as […]

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has announced a significant leadership transition within its Board of Directors, Executive Committee and Finance & Controlling team, confirming the appointment of Piérre Kriek as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the DTSA Group, effective 1 November 2025. Kriek succeeds outgoing CFO Peter Kendzorra, who will take […]

Daimler Truck South Africa (DTSA) is hosting its biggest event of 2025 – “The Daimler Truck Experience”, under the theme “For All Who Keep Africa Moving” at the Gerotek Testing Facility in Pretoria. This flagship showcase offers customers and industry stakeholders immersive, first-hand experience of Daimler Truck’s latest advancements in product innovation and transport technology. […]

Pretoria, South Africa – Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has pulled back the curtain on the next era of commercial transport at its landmark event, The Daimler Truck Experience 2025. Held at the Gerotek Testing Facility in Pretoria from 8 to 12 September, the event places customers and industry stakeholders front and centre of a […]

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA — Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has issued a statement in response to recent media speculation regarding the potential merger between Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors, two prominent commercial vehicle brands linked to Daimler Truck and Toyota respectively. The clarification follows increased public and media interest in the potential integration of the […]

Pretoria, South Africa – Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to education by donating a Mercedes-Benz Actros 1836 to the DGB Charitable Trust. This generous contribution supports the Trust’s “Travelling Classroom” initiative, which brings vital educational resources and the joy of reading to underprivileged children in the Cape Winelands region. Through this […]

PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA – On 16 January 2025, the Top Employers Institute unveiled its highly anticipated rankings for the year, and Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has emerged victorious once again, securing the title of Top Employers Automotive Industry Leader for the third consecutive year. This prestigious achievement is complemented by an impressive leap in […]

In a poignant celebration of Transport Month 2024, Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting truck drivers, the unsung heroes of the logistics industry. Partnering with select dealerships along major South African routes, DTSA showcased its appreciation through the distribution of thoughtful gift hampers and essential health services, underscoring the vital […]

In a remarkable celebration of automotive history and international collaboration, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has rolled off its 800,000th Completely Knocked Down (CKD) unit from the Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) assembly plant in East London. This landmark event, which took place on 12 August 2024, underscores the enduring partnership between Mercedes-Benz’s Woerth Plant in Germany and […]

Pretoria, South Africa – Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) has announced the appointment of Deon de Vries as the new General Manager for Mercedes-Benz Buses in Southern Africa, effective 1 August 2024. This strategic leadership change follows the promotion of Jason Brunninger to Head of Sales and Marketing for Coaches in North America. Deon de […]