Salvador Caetano South Africa, the official distributor of GAC Motor, has taken a decisive step in strengthening its aftersales ecosystem with a newly formed partnership involving Sasol, the country’s leading integrated energy and chemical company, and Sunita Energies, Sasol’s exclusive lubricant distribution partner. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in GAC’s expansion strategy, ensuring its rapidly growing customer base has access to genuine, locally supported oils and lubricants engineered specifically for GAC vehicles.
At the heart of this partnership lies a commitment to product integrity. The locally produced and supplied lubricants are manufactured using Sasol’s advanced formulation technologies and are designed to meet the stringent performance requirements of GAC’s modern powertrains. The result is a dependable supply chain, strengthened technical support, and a deeper assurance of long-term engine health for customers across South Africa.
“For GAC Motor South Africa, delivering excellence extends far beyond the showroom,” said Nash Budhram, Aftersales Director at Salvador Caetano South Africa. “Partnering with Sasol and Sunita Energies allows us to reinforce the integrity of our vehicles through genuine lubricants engineered specifically for GAC engines, ensuring peak performance, protection, and long-term customer confidence.”
The collaboration is a natural alignment between three organisations committed to quality, innovation, and customer-centricity. Sasol’s track record in lubricant technology brings scientific rigour and durability to the formulations, further enhancing engine efficiency and reliability under South Africa’s varied driving conditions—from urban commutes to long-distance travel and challenging climates.
“GAC Motor represents the kind of forward-thinking automotive innovation that aligns perfectly with Sasol’s commitment to quality and technical excellence,” said Nonhlanhla Metsing, Senior Manager: Lubricants at Sasol. “Together with Salvador Caetano and Sunita Energies, we’re ensuring GAC customers experience world-class performance every day.”
For Sunita Energies, the partnership reinforces its role in delivering trusted, world-class products to the South African market. Nikash Rughubir, the company’s Director, emphasised the importance of authenticity and reliability in automotive maintenance: “This partnership is about reliability and authenticity. By combining Sasol’s technical expertise with Salvador Caetano’s growing dealer network, we’re delivering genuine value and consistency for GAC customers nationwide.”
The agreement arrives at a pivotal moment for GAC Motor South Africa, which continues to gain traction as one of the fastest-growing global automotive brands entering the local market. With a clear focus on customer satisfaction and a premium ownership experience, the brand is steadily expanding its national dealer presence and investing heavily in long-term support structures.
By integrating Sasol’s lubricant technology with Salvador Caetano’s expansive dealer network and operational expertise, GAC is not only elevating its aftersales standards but also setting a new benchmark for consistency, reliability, and peace of mind in the competitive local automotive landscape.
With innovation at its core and customer trust as its foundation, this partnership underscores GAC Motor South Africa’s unwavering dedication to delivering quality at every stage of ownership—today and well into the future.
