A seismic shift is underway in the South African automotive landscape as Enviro Automotive ignites an electric revolution with the arrival of its groundbreaking Riddara 4x4 Double Cab electric pick up vehicles manufactured by the Geely Auto Group.

On Thursday, 8 May, leading figures in the automotive industry met at the Centurion Country Club for another Automechanika CEO breakfast event - "The African Connection" -, hosted by Messe Frankfurt South Africa.

Mahindra South Africa has made history by becoming the first manufacturer to win the coveted Motor Enthusiast Award for two consecutive years at the 2025 South African Car of the Year competition, powered by Old Mutual Insure.

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has added a new derivative in the Amarok model line-up. The Amarok Life 2.0 TDI with 125kW is now available with 4x2 drivetrain mated to 6-speed automatic transmission.

Alfa Romeo is delighted to announce that Jasmine Paolini, one of the brightest stars in international tennis, is the new Brand Ambassador for the Italian global brand, which boasts over 115 years of legendary history including iconic models, commercial successes, technological innovations, and memorable victories in motorsport.

Auto Shanghai, officially known as the Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, is a premier biennial automotive trade show held in Shanghai, China that underscores China's pivotal role in the global automotive industry, highlighting advancements in smart mobility, and sustainable automotive solutions.

Chery has leveraged years of hybrid technology expertise to develop a comprehensive energy matrix covering fuel, hybrid, extended-range, and pure electric systems.

Looking for the perfect family vehicle that does not compromise on style or your budget? Say hello to the all-new Hyundai ALCAZAR – designed with South African families in mind.

While Q1 2025 top-line results were below prior-year levels, other KPIs reflect early, initial progress on our commercial recovery efforts.

Revealed at the Paris Motor Show and sporting an all-new design that makes it more likeable and mature, All-New Citroën Ami will be available to order from 6 May.

With the launch of the new C5 Aircross, Citroën has completed the complete renewal of its range in less than two years.

On the evening of Saturday 4 July 1925, the name Citroën was projected in letters of light onto the Eiffel Tower.

Neil Woolridge Motorsport (NWM) today unveiled its all-new NWM Evo Plus, to compete in the premier FIA Ultimate class of rally-raid around the world.

Hyundai Automotive South Africa today, announced the appointment of Stanley Anderson, as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective 1 July 2025.

Following two rigorous testing days in March, the country's most respected motoring journalists have spoken, crowning the BMW X3 as the 2025 South African Car of the Year. This marks a successive victory for the German manufacturer, with the G70 generation 7 Series winning the 2024 title.

Chery South Africa is pleased to announce the launch of its certified pre-owned vehicle programme, Cherished. By providing dealers with a selection of carefully inspected and high-quality pre-owned Chery SUVs, the automaker will be able to welcome even more customers into the Chery family.

LDV South Africa is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Willem Strauss – President of the Blue Bulls Rugby Union – and Jaco Dames, General Manager of the Union.

The Jeep® brand introduces the latest evolution of its successful Compass, a C-SUV that has captivated over 2.5 million customers worldwide since its debut in 2006.

Four of South Africa’s top musical talents, gourmet street food served fresh from some of South Africa’s favourite food trucks, three thousand tickets and one of Gauteng's premier festival venues.

Alfa Romeo ended the first quarter of 2025 with results showing strong growth, confirming its continued international expansion, now with a presence in over 70 markets around the world.

ISUZU Motors South Africa is introducing the latest evolution of the MU-X, an adventurous sport utility vehicle (SUV) that blends impressive capability with premium comfort and cutting-edge design.

Mitsubishi Motors South Africa was presented with the Top Performer award in the After Sales – Customer Experience category at the brands recent annual global after sales business excellence awards ceremony in Thailand.

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Audi South Africa recently celebrated its national dealer network at a distinguished event hosted at The Forum Hyde Park in Johannesburg.

The new vehicle sales market appears to be on an upward trend in 2025 after a challenging period over the past two years, and Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (Manufacturing) (Pty) Ltd (“Ford South Africa”) is continuing its positive sales momentum with 9.4 percent growth recorded during the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year.

The enthusiasm of German fans for Alfa Romeo design is unwavering. As in previous years the historic Italian brand has also been honored in the 2025 “Best brands in all categories” contest, with several awards.

Chery has put its range-topping SUV, the hybrid Tiggo 9 CSH, to the test with two extreme safety evaluations to demonstrate the crash protection of its vehicles.

The South African Rugby Union (SA Rugby) is proud to announce a landmark four-year partnership agreement with Hyundai Automotive South Africa, the popular automotive brand, as the new official vehicle of South Africa’s junior national teams and Youth Week rugby tournaments.

The upcoming Simola Hillclimb, which has taken place annually in Knysna since 2009, is going to be well-represented by a variety of Fords, and Ford-powered cars, ready to tackle this iconic event.

The Shanghai Motor Show has once again shown the world just how fast the automotive industry is evolving — and LDV was right at the heart of it. Known globally for pushing boundaries in design, performance, and innovation.

OMODA has officially unveiled its latest innovation to the world: the futuristic OMODA C3. Making its dramatic global debut at the Shanghai International Auto Show, the C3 made its debut with a cinematic and high-energy launch, revealing a striking, cyber-inspired design—a confident step forward in the brand’s ongoing evolution.

Over the last half-century, sustainable development concepts have increasingly woven themselves into the fabric of economic discussions, resulting in advances in human capital across finance, life sciences, and social sciences.

Seven-time World Rallycross champion Johan Kristoffersson will join Volkswagen Motorsport to race the electric rallycross Polo RX1e at the Simola Hillclimb in Knysna from 1 – 4 May 2025.

Chery’s all-new HIMLA brand made its official debut at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show, marking the automaker’s bold entry into the global bakkie market. Positioned to compete in this contested segment, HIMLA reflects Chery’s vision to redefine the future of traditional bakkies.

Maserati Grecale is the leading name in the commercial proposal of the Trident brand, which has decided to broaden the range of its “Everyday Exceptional” SUV with updates to the engines, interiors and bodywork, to meet all customer needs.

Chery’s latest international brand, LEPAS, has reached a major milestone as its first model—the L8—officially rolls off the production line. Designed to support Chery’s premium positioning and global expansion, LEPAS aims to fill a market gap with a fresh take on elegant travel, guided by the brand’s philosophy: “Colourful Life, Masterful Drive.”

The highly anticipated 2025 South African Rally-Raid Championship (SARRC) is set to deliver a mighty battle for glory in what is renowned as one of the most competitive series of its kind in the world.

Chery is taking the car-buying experience into the future by blending technology with a human touch.

Two years after their unveiling at Auto Shanghai, OMODA & JAECOO are returning to the biennial international show with several new models, including the OMODA C5 HEV and C7 SHS and the all-electric J5 BEV. Through the marque’s new energy vehicle matrix, OMODA and JAECOO are showcasing their vision of “Born Global, Born NEV.”

SVI Engineering, leading specialist manufacturer of armoured products in South Africa, has partnered with Stellantis South Africa to meet the evolving needs of local Jeep customers, creating a special discreetly armoured version of the Grand Cherokee five-seater SUV that boasts AK47 protection.

On April 23, 2025, the 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition officially opened. GWM unveiled its exhibition at Hall 7.1, covering over 6,500 square meters, presenting two core product clusters: “Smart Tech Lifestyle,” featuring HAVAL, WEY, and ORA, and “Off-Road Powerhouse,” highlighting TANK, POER, and SOUO Motorcycles. Together, these offerings demonstrated the brand’s diverse appeal.

Messe Frankfurt South Africa has announced the launch of its 2025 Automechanika Buyers and Visitors Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) Roadshow, a strategic initiative designed to connect automotive aftermarket businesses in SSA and encourage visitors from the region to attend Automechanika Johannesburg 2025.

From a rugged, off-road utility vehicle to a suburban family car, this has been the evolution of the SUV, with its spacious interiors and elevation, making it an extremely popular choice.

The National Rally Championship's highly anticipated return to the Free State Province has been impacted by the recent heavy rainfall, which constitutes a force majeure.

On April 20th, 1955 at the Turin Motor Show, Alfa Romeo introduced the Giulietta Berlina, a vehicle destined to change the Italian automotive industry forever.

Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) is proud to continue its partnership with Rally to Read, launching the programme for a second consecutive year in primary schools across Nelson Mandela Bay.

Widespread rains over large parts of South Africa recently have led to rivers breaking their banks and, in some cases, flooding streets and homes. The volume of water has raised concerns among agricultural economists over possible damage to crops.

In 2025, Chery will introduce 19 hybrid models across the HEV (hybrid electric vehicle), PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle), and REEV (range-extender electric vehicle) categories.

Stellantis N.V. announced today that its First Quarter 2025 Shipments and Revenues will be released on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.