On December 15, LEPAS, part of Chery Group, announced that it will officially enter the South African market in February 2026, introducing its L4, L6, and flagship L8 models. The brand was officially introduced locally in November 2025.
The Lepas vehicles are built on the all-new LEX platform, upgraded by Chery Group

On December 10, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited announced that it had completed the acquisition of the remaining 10% stake in Motherson Lumen Systems South Africa (Pty) Ltd, following fulfillment of all conditions precedent on December 10, 2025. With this transaction, executed through its indirect subsidi

On December 8, Renault unveiled the new Captur for the South African market. It is offered in three trims i.e., Techno, Iconic, and the top-spec Esprit Alpine.
All variants are powered by a 1.3L turbocharged gasoline engine paired with a dual-clutch (EDC) automatic gearbox, which generates output of 113 kW and 270 Nm

On December 4, Global NCAP announced that the Hyundai Grand i10 received a zero-star rating for adult occupant protection in its #SaferCarsForAfrica assessments. The results are valid for South Africa.
The tests revealed significant shortcomings in the model’s adult occupant safety, indicating a high risk of life-thr

On December 3, Salvador Caetano South Africa, the importer and distributor of JMC, introduced the Carrying Plus truck, a commercial vehicle designed for demanding professional use.
The Carrying Plus is powered by a 2.8-litre diesel engine is paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, that delivers 68 kW of power and 21

On December 2, Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) finished the second phase of its solar photovoltaic (PV) carport project at the employee car park and service centre in its Kariega plant, South Africa.
The solar project started in 2022 as part of VWGA’s plan to shift toward renewable energy. The first phase, completed i

On November 27, VSL Manufacturing unveiled its new ZAR 750 million manufacturing facility located next to the Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) assembly plant in Struandale, South Africa.
VSL raised just over ZAR 300 million with support from the IDC, AITF, and BIS. Isuzu Motors South Africa invested ZAR 260 million

On November 27, Salvador Caetano South Africa reintroduced JMC brand to the local market. The brand’s return includes a plan to open 40 JMC dealerships across the country by 2026, with showrooms receiving the JMC Vigus Single Cab and Double Cab models this week.
The 2025 Vigus range offers two powertrain options. The

On November 28, Isuzu Motors South Africa unveiled its new MVR bus chassis. The new Isuzu MVR is built specifically as a commuter bus platform.
The new MVR chassis is 11,594 mm long, 2,367 mm wide and has a 6,000 mm wheelbase. It is powered by Isuzu’s 7.79-litre 6HK1-TCS six-cylinder diesel engine, producing 221 kW

On November 25, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa announced that it will introduce revised line-ups of the locally assembled Ranger and the seven-seater Everest SUV in the first half of 2026. 
The revised Ranger line-up will come with a new 2.3L EcoBoost gasoline engine, offering 222 kW of power and 452 Nm of tor

On November 18, Geely Auto officially entered the South African market, introducing its first two new energy vehicles for local customers, the all-electric Geely E5 and the plug-in hybrid Geely E5 EM-i.
Geely plans to set up 40 dealerships across major cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban by the end of 202

On November 20, Lepas, part of the Chery Group, announced its official debut in Mzansi, South Africa.
The brand will introduce the L4, L6, and L8 models, which will be available in the first and second quarter of 2026. Lepas vehicles are carefully designed, from its design to its intuitive technology.
Based on Lepa

On November 19, OMODA & JAECOO South Africa announced upgrades to the Style and Street variants of C5 model lineup, adding more power, new transmission options, higher specifications, and improved performance. The pricing of the refreshed C5 lineup starts at ZAR 339,900 and goes up to R465,900 for the top end derivat

On November 14, Renault South Africa unveiled the KIGER Naturally Aspirated (NA) model with new design elements, more features, and improved safety. The sub-four metre SUV now offers a refreshed exterior, upgraded interior, and better technology.
The new Kiger NA now comes in two new trims i.e. Evolution (MT) and Tec

On November 14, GAC Motor, through its official importer and distributor Salvador Caetano South Africa, introduced the GAC M8 Master Plug-in Hybrid Electric MPV (PHEV) in South Africa. The vehicle is priced at ZAR 1,499,900.
The vehicle is powered by a 2.0T plug-in hybrid powertrain that delivers a combined system ou

On November 12, South32 Hillside Aluminium announced a partnership with the Automotive Industry Transformation Fund (AITF) and the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (DTIC) to provide around ZAR 200 million in concessional financing to support Bingelela Alloys' continued production of rim alloys in Richar

On November 11, BAIC South Africa announced the launch of the new B30, a mid-size SUV.
The B30 range comes in both 1.5T gasoline and 1.5T hybrid variants, available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The power output ranges from 138 kW to 301 kW, with torque between 305 Nm and 685 Nm. It can accelerate from 0–100

On November 11, OMODA South Africa launched the all-new C7, expanding its SUV line-up. The prices for the new OMODA C7 range start at ZAR 539,900, with the C7 SHS plug-in hybrid topping the line-up at ZAR 689,900.
The C7 gasoline variant is powered by a 1.6-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 145 kW

On November 10, JAECOO unveiled the new J5 HEV at the OMODA & JAECOO International User Summit in China.
The J5 HEV features JAECOO’s advanced SHS hybrid system. It can accelerate from 0–100 kmph in 7.9 seconds. The vehicle can reach a top speed of 175 kmph and can travel over 1,000 km on one tank. It is equipped wi

On November 9, the Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade of Egypt met with the Minister of Trade and Industry of South Africa to discuss cooperation in the fields of automotive manufacturing, establishing logistics zones, and linking them by sea. 
The Egyptian minister expressed Egypt’s desire to cooperate with So