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Hyundai IONIQ 9 Named World’s Best Large SUV
Hyundai Motor Company’s bold vision for electric mobility has been further validated on the global stage, with the all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 9 awarded the title of World’s Best Large Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) at the 2026 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) Awards.
JETOUR CELEBRATES ANNUAL GLOBAL SALES RECORD OF 622 590 FOR 2025
Jetour’s global sales reached 622 590 units last year, a 9.5% year-on-year increase and setting a new annual record. Since first launching seven years ago, this SUV brand has sold more than 2.15 million units globally across 2 000 sales and service outlets in more than 100 markets and regions.
MAGNIFICENT LUSTRE: RANGE ROVER DEVELOPS MIRROR-LIKE PAINT FINISH FOR BESPOKE CLIENTS
Range Rover has unveiled mirror-finish, a new hand‑crafted process that delivers a glass‑like lustre and an unprecedented depth of shine on all Bespoke gloss paint commissions. Developed to reflect the clarity and refinement of patent leather and polished stone, the mirror finish raises the standard for personalised exterior finishes across Range Rover and Range Rover Sport.
TOYOTA POSTS BEST ANNUAL SALES SINCE 2007
The South African automotive industry delivered its strongest performance in a decade during 2025, with Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) firmly positioned as the market leader. The company achieved record aggregate, passenger and light commercial vehicle sales, underlining its continued dominance across key segments of the local market.
The new Volvo EX60: best-in-class 810km range and charging as fast as a stop for fuel and coffee
With the ability to go up to a best-in-class 810 kilometres on a single charge* in an all-wheel drive configuration, beating even its most recently revealed competitors, the EX60 doesn’t just go further than any electric car that Volvo Cars has ever created.
He Sold 12 000 Vehicles: Hyundai’s Siya Qamba Promoted to Senior Executive Role
After leading and contributing towards a highly impressive 12 000 vehicle sales at Hyundai Automotive South Africa over a 16-year career, Siya Qamba has been rewarded with a Senior Executive role, effective January 2026.
JETOUR SOUTH AFRICA CELEBRATES A REMARKABLE 2025
For a new brand in a very competitive automotive market, Jetour has achieved some astonishing feats since launching into the country in September 2024.
iCAUR V27 will set new benchmarks for retro design, performance, and electrified innovation
The iCAUR V27 SUV made its global debut at the 23rd China Guangzhou International Motor Show.
GAC official vehicle partner at 2025 South African Music Awards; wows crowd with all-new flagship M8
GAC Motor South Africa, a driver of South African automotive innovation, was the official vehicle partner at this year’s lauded South African Music Awards (SAMAs), providing range-topping mobility solutions to South Africa’s equivalent of the Grammy Awards.
TataMove launches as a bold aftersales promise
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles have officially launched TataMove, a comprehensive aftersales promise designed to give South African motorists absolute peace of mind long after they drive off the showroom floor.










