
US Automakers Sound Alarm Over Chinese Expansion – Should SA Ignore This Warning?
US automakers urge action against Chinese carmakers. As Chinese brands grow fast in South Africa, should local and global players be concerned?

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US automakers urge action against Chinese carmakers. As Chinese brands grow fast in South Africa, should local and global players be concerned?

SA’s auto retail sector sees steadier conditions and rising confidence as dealers report gradual improvements heading into 2026.
Volkswagen explores Egypt for vehicle assembly and EV tech, aiming to expand its African footprint and create a northern gateway for production.

Tad Motors’ local EVs show Africa’s innovation potential. South Africa has the tools—but will policy and action catch up before it’s too late?

AI is reshaping car manufacturing, but rising recalls reveal the gap between high-tech promise and the realities of modern vehicle quality.
The automotive semiconductor market is set to soar, driven by EV growth, intelligent systems, and sensor innovations reshaping the industry.

Study shows brighter headlights improve visibility and safety, while glare-related night-time crashes remain extremely rare.

South Africa accelerates toward electric mobility as NEVs offer lower costs, simpler maintenance, and cleaner, smarter driving.

At DealerCon 2025, Absa shared insights that shed new light on gender differences in vehicle purchasing behaviour across South Africa.

African industrialists are racing against the clock to secure a last-minute reprieve for a landmark trade agreement that has underpinned billions

JAECOO has added the J5 to its local range, a compact SUV that sits below the larger J7. The J5 comes in three variants: Vortex, Glacier, and Inferno.

In South Africa, 76% of consumers use social media for car research, with 92% researching online before visiting dealerships.