GAUTENG, South Africa – This September, Mercedes-Benz Vans held its annual Agent & Dealer of the Year event, to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of those who drove the company’s success in 2022.
“Reflecting on the past year, our journey was one of remarkable milestones and triumphs, even as we navigated through numerous challenges and obstacles. In the ever-evolving landscape of the South African competitive market, it is the unwavering determination and hard work of our agents and dealers that consistently propels us to reach new heights, year after year. We are thrilled to share their exceptional accomplishments from 2022, with each award serving as a testament to our shared vision – to offer the world’s most desirable vans and services.” – Nadia Trimmel, the President of Mercedes-Benz Vans SA.
This year’s event focused on the theme ‘Tales of Triumph’, as the weekend was spent recalling the many stories of prevailing and prospering in 2022, even in the face of difficulties and hurdles. Among the attendees were representatives from the extensive Mercedes-Benz Vans agent and dealer network, stretching across South Africa, Namibia, Eswatini and Botswana. Twenty-one winners were selected for their unwavering commitment to excellence in various facets of their retail operations. The pinnacle of the event was the recognition of four Chairman’s Award winners, given to the best overall achievers in the following categories:
Chairman’s Awards Best Overall Agent & Dealer of the Year:
| Chairman’s Award Best Overall Agent of the Year | Mercedes-Benz Gauteng North Brand Centre |
| Chairman’s Award Best Overall Dealer of the Year | Sandown Commercial Vehicles Centurion |
Chairman’s Awards Mercedes-Benz Financial Services:
| Chairman’s Award Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (Agent) | Mercedes-Benz Grand Central Motors |
| Chairman’s Award Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (Dealer) | Orbit Commercial Vehicles Cape Town |
As Mercedes-Benz Vans is guided by social responsibility, the weekend focused on supporting and championing local businesses, artists and artisans. From the location to the key vendors and entertainment options selected, the event served as a powerful platform to champion the local South African community and bolster its economic vitality.
Nadia Trimmel concluded, “By showcasing and promoting our local South African talents and products at this year’s Agent & Dealer of the Year, we aimed to foster economic growth and sustainability, ultimately contributing to the prosperity of the regions we serve. This initiative not only exemplified our dedication to corporate citizenship but also demonstrated our belief in the strength and potential of local enterprises. At the end of the day, empowering local talent and entrepreneurship is not just a choice, but it is a responsibility we gladly shoulder as a part of our corporate ethos at Mercedes-Benz Vans.”
Congratulations to all the esteemed winners across the various categories. From the entire team at Mercedes-Benz Vans, heartfelt congratulations are extended to each of them:
Agent of the Year – Award Winners
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best Sales Performance | Mercedes-Benz Gauteng North Brand Centre |
| Best Parts Sales Performance | Mercedes-Benz Gauteng North Brand Centre |
| Best Workshop Performance | Mercedes-Benz Johannesburg North |
| Best Lead Management Performance | Maritime Motors |
| Best Marketing & CSR Initiative | De Wit Motors |
| Best Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Agent | Mercedes-Benz Grand Central Motors |
| Large Volume Agent | Mercedes-Benz Gauteng North Brand Centre |
| Medium Volume Agent | Mercedes-Benz Grand Central Motors |
| Small Volume Agent | De Wit Motors |
| Chairman’s Award Best Overall Agent of the Year | Mercedes-Benz Gauteng North Brand Centre |
| Chairman’s Award Mercedes-Benz Financial Services | Mercedes-Benz Grand Central Motors |
Dealer of the Year – Award Winners
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best Sales Performance | Ronnies Motors |
| Best Parts Sales Performance | Cargo Motors Klerksdorp |
| Best Workshop Performance | Garden City Motors Bloemfontein Commercial Vehicles |
| Best Lead Management Performance | Maemo Motors Commercial Vehicles |
| Best Mercedes-Benz Financial Services Dealer | Sandown Commercial Vehicles Centurion |
| Large Volume Dealer | Sandown Commercial Vehicles Centurion |
| Medium Volume Dealer | Mercurius Motors Polokwane Commercial Vehicles |
| Small Volume Dealer | Stucky Motors |
| Chairman’s Award Best Overall Dealer of the Year | Sandown Commercial Vehicles Centurion |
| Chairman’s Award Mercedes-Benz Financial Services | Orbit Commercial Vehicles Cape Town |
