All-New Nissan Navara now built in Africa for Africa 2021-06-15 Rabotho said that COVID-19 had been a major disruption worldwide, but Nissan South Africa employees had been more than up for the challenge. add_circle_outline
HILUX POSTS ITS HIGHEST TOTAL SALES IN 2021 2021-06-03 You really cannot keep the Toyota Hilux out of the news. It has sold more than one million units in South Africa (SA), has been the segment leader for 48 of the 50-plus years it’s been in SA and currently boasts the longest active model range in the country. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA RECORDS A MARKET SHARE OF 24.6% IN APRIL 2021-05-06 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) recorded a total of 8 810 sales in April, affording the company a market share of 24.6%. add_circle_outline
Locally-produced Nissan Navara delivers as promised 2021-05-06 “This is a fiercely competitive segment, and we are determined to meet and exceed customer needs,” he added. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA RETAINS MARKET LEADERSHIP IN TOUGH ECONOMIC CLIMATE 2021-03-03 The sluggish economic outlook has had a negative impact on the local automotive market, with the industry posting total sales of 37 521 units. add_circle_outline
First class drive comfort with the new Nissan Navara 2021-02-25 The bakkie’s comfort features make it the ultimate travel and worksite partner, well-equipped to effortlessly take on new challenges at every turn. add_circle_outline
The new Nissan Navara – redefining how we move with Nissan Intelligent Mobility 2021-02-10 The integration of these technologies provides superior levels of comfort and convenience, enabling customers to feel confident in using their vehicle for both work and play. Intelligent Driving is also available with driver assistance technologies that help you see more, sense more and take action. add_circle_outline
Toyota Hilux Raider – Jack of all Trades 2021-02-04 In the latter part of 2020 the Toyota Hilux underwent a significant model update, bringing with it sharpened exterior styling, specification upgrades, a rationalised line-up and new flagship Legend grade. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA KICKS OFF THE YEAR WITH 26% MARKET SHARE 2021-02-02 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has kicked off the 2021 retail calendar with 9 033 units sold in January. This translates to a remarkable market share of 26% out of the 34 748 total units sold in South Africa this year. add_circle_outline
Volkswagen’s 190kW Amarok Double Cab bakkie now on sale 2020-12-03 Johannesburg – Retail of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ most powerful bakkie has now commenced. The introduction of the Amarok Double Cab bakkie with 190kW of power is a celebration of 10 years of Amarok in South Africa. add_circle_outline
Value and Versatility – Ford Ranger XL Now Available with Optional Sport Pack, Touchscreen Audio System 2020-10-24 The Ford Ranger XL, as the value offering in the Ranger line-up, is now available with an attractive Sport Pack with 17-inch black alloy wheels, black gloss grille and tubular sports bar Optional eight-inch touchscreen introduces Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to Ranger XL range add_circle_outline
Wading Through the Urban Jungle as the Rains set in 2020-10-13 Extra grip from the 4x4 system can be engaged electronically and on the move Always check your surroundings for the best route and drive through water slowly add_circle_outline
New Toyota Hilux – Tougher, more advanced 2020-10-07 The model line-up and grade strategy has been revised in keeping with evolving market trends. The utility-focused S and SR models, complete with their original front façades, continue as before. The largest change is in the ‘mid-range’ where the SRX is replaced by the Raider. add_circle_outline
Volkswagen’s Amarok Double Cab bakkie gets a power boost 2020-09-10 Johannesburg – In the last quarter of 2020, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be introducing its most powerful bakkie yet, the Amarok Double Cab with 190kW of power. New 3.0-litre V6 TDI with 190kW power output added to the model line-up add_circle_outline
TOYOTA LEADS LOCAL CAR SALES IN AUGUST 2020-09-02 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) reported sales of 7 743 vehicles in August 2020, an increase of 279 units compared to the previous month of July. It was again the Toyota Hilux that spearheaded the company’s local sales with an enviable total of 3 610 units sold. add_circle_outline
HILUX SALES KEEP STEADY IN TOUGH ECONOMY 2020-08-06 In July, 3 575 Hilux models found new homes in South Africa, proving the bakkie’s status as the country’s favourite vehicle once more. Hilux, together with the rest of the range placed Toyota ahead of its nearest competitor by 2 389 units, to achieve 7 464 new car and truck sales for the month. This equates to an overall market share of 23%. add_circle_outline
The Japanese emperor’s birthday remembered and celebrated in SA 2020-03-02 Nissan was among the VIP guests that attended the Japanese emperor birthday celebration. Every year the Japanese ambassador to South Africa hosts a function to commemorate the birthday of the Emperor. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA CONTINUES MARKET LEADERSHIP IN TOUGH ECONOMY 2020-03-03 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) continued its admirable sales run – with 9 374 units finding new homes during February – representing 21.6% of the total industry sales of 43 485 reported by the National Association of Automotive Manufacturers of South Africa (NAAMSA). add_circle_outline
VW Amarok is Bakkie of the Year 2020-02-13 The German bakkie, up against nine other double cab bakkies for the crown, scored 90.5% ahead of Ford’s Ranger Raptor (86.3%) and Toyota’s Hilux 2.8GD-6 Legend 50 (85.4%). The new competition format revolves around Average Joe’s bakkie requirements, and not flippant matters such as 0–100km/h acceleration times. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA TOPS LCV CHARTS IN JANUARY 2020-02-05 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) registered a total of 3 927 sales in the Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) segment – claiming a stake of 40.1% in the category – for the tough month of January. add_circle_outline
With a bakkie you can carry your bicycles in multiple ways 2020-02-05 If you’re a bakkie-driving cyclist, then the sky is almost the limit when it comes to finding a Thule solution for transporting your favourite two-wheeler… add_circle_outline
NEW PEUGEOT LANDTREK: LIVE BIGGER 2020-02-20 The new PEUGEOT LANDTREK offers record capacity of the body, the advanced modularity, the comfort worthy of a saloon car and its strong design make it a benchmark proposal in the segment. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA SIGNS OFF 2019 WITH A 24.2% MARKET SHARE AND 40 YEARS OF SALES LEADERSHIP 2020-01-09 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) marked the turn of the decade with 40 years of consecutive local market leadership. During this period, Toyota has won two Car of the Year awards, changed its insignia and introduced Lexus as its luxury brand – among other key milestones. add_circle_outline
Bakkie of the Year battle is on 2019-12-09 Is Toyota’s sales-topping Hilux really the best, as the numbers suggest? What about the Ford Ranger? The Isuzu D-Max? Let’s not forget the Mitsubishi Triton, the Mercedes-Benx X-Class, Nissan’s Navara, Mahindra’s Pik Up, Toyota’s long-serving but popular Land Cruiser 79 and VW’s Amarok. add_circle_outline
TOYOTA ON COURSE TO CLAIM 40 YEARS OF CONSECUTIVE SALES LEADERSHIP 2019-12-03 Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is on course to claim four decades of industry sales leadership by the end of 2019.While this will be a remarkable feat for TSAM. add_circle_outline
Nissan, proudly associated with COSMO Men Stand Up 2020 2019-11-27 Artists such as Shane Eagle, Nasty C, Mathew Mole and J Something will all be lending their voices to the call for an end to toxic masculinity and sexual harassment add_circle_outline
TOYOTA TOPS SALES IN LIGHT AND MEDIUM COMMERCIAL VEHICLE SEGMENTS 2019-10-02 There was a commendable sales showing by the truck division too – with both the Hino 300 Series (156) and 500 Series (99) producing segment-leading sales in MCV and HCV categories, respectively. add_circle_outline