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Parts Makers Call For Import Restrictions In New MIDP

Industry

While uncertainty still surrounds the latest version of South Africa's Motor Industry Development Programme (MIDP), the country's parts manufacturers have called for the inclusion... 2008-07-02

South African Unit To Supply VW Global Network

Companies

Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) has won a ZAR12bn (US$1.5bn) contract to supply exhaust components to the rest of the VW Group. Under the terms of the deal, VWSA will supply diesel... 2008-06-18

Chery Makes South African Debut

Companies

Chinese carmaker Chery has officially made its debut in South Africa with three passenger vehicles, all aimed at cornering the low-cost market. Distributed by McCarthy, which already... 2008-05-22

Africa Contract Boosts Ford SA Exports

Companies

Following investment in expanding its Silverton, Pretoria plant, Ford Motor Company of South Africa (FMCSA) has secured a contract to export its Ranger pick-up truck from the plant... 2008-05-09

Toyota South Africa Raises Export Potential

Companies

Toyota South Africa is planning to export around 67% of its output in 2008, which would generate export income of ZAR20bn. Of the 220,000 units expected to leave Toyota SA's Durban-based... 2008-03-10

Suzuki's Swift Re-Entry Into South Africa

Companies

Suzuki is planning to return to South Africa in June 2008, with the Swift hatchback heading its

2008-02-14

Chery Adds To South Africa's Import Brands

Companies

Chinese carmaker Chery will make its debut in South Africa after finalising a distribution agreement with importer McCarthy. The local distributor already has a range of Chinese brands... 2008-02-04

Mercedes Returns To South Africa

Industry

Following Chrysler's takeover by Cerberus Capital Management, DaimlerChrysler South Africa has changed its name to reflect the new status of its parent company. The subsidiary of... 2007-12-21

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