Foton’s debut CKD pickup rolls off the line
Foton’s first pre-production CKD pickup rolls off the line in South Africa, marking a new chapter in localisation and global strategy. September 30, 2025 will be remembered as a landmark…
No winners in trade War
South Africa’s government would be beyond foolish to respond to increased United States tariffs with retaliatory tariffs. Nobody actually wins a trade war. While politicians may boast about trade balance…
Billions could unlock for African countries in local and global trade
Africa’s share of global trade remains disproportionately small, hovering around 2%-3%. Countries on the continent trade more with the rest of the world than they do among themselves. Africa needs…
100 electric buses for South Africa! MAN Truck & Bus receives largest eBus order outside Europe
• South African Paruk Group orders 100 fully electric MAN city buses• Vehicles are based on the Lion’s Chassis E• Local value creation: chassis are manufactured at the MAN plant…
Malben Engineering: Driving automotive sector innovation and collaboration at the NAACAM 2025
“In South Africa’s automotive sector, one can look at the problems and challenges, or one can see opportunity. We prefer opportunity – but that is not just going to arrive…
CILTSA Women Empowerment Conference 2025 Highlights Growing Industry Commitment to Advancing Women
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport South Africa (CILTSA) has hailed the strong and active support shown by transport, logistics and supply chain organisations at its 2025 Women Empowerment…
MAN Truck & Bus Launches ‘Max Mileage Master’ Celebrate the Durability and Reliability of MAN Trucks across Southern Africa.
MAN Truck & Bus South Africa has announced the launch of its Max Mileage Master competition, a campaign designed to spotlight the remarkable endurance and long-term performance of MAN trucks.…
Automechanika Johannesburg Wraps Up Africa Roadshows with Successful Namibia Showcase
The Automechanika Buyers and Visitors Sub-Saharan Africa Roadshow concluded its six‑nation journey with a highly successful final stop in Windhoek. The gathering provided participants with valuable insights into the evolving…
CILTSA Announces Distinguished Speaker Lineup for Women in Logistics Empowerment Conference 2025
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport South Africa (CILTSA) has unveiled an impressive roster of speakers for its Women in Logistics, Transport and Supply Chain Empowerment Conference 2025, scheduled…
Automechanika Johannesburg CEO Breakfast Addresses Industry Transformation Amid Global Trade Challenges
Automechanika Johannesburg successfully hosted its final CEO Breakfast for 2025 at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, bringing together senior automotive industry leaders for strategic discussions as the co-located Festival of…
