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BMW 7 Series Wins 2024 SA Car of The Year Competition 2024-05-13

The BMW 7 Series clinched the 2024 SA Car of the Year (COTY) title at a prestigious gala event held on the 8th of May in Johannesburg. Among 18 finalists, it emerged as a standout contender, impressing COTY jurors from the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ) throughout the evaluation process. The Suzuki Fronx secured second place overall, with the BMW M2 claiming third.

2024 SA Car of the Year Finalists Show Mettle Over Rigorous Test Day 2024-04-11

Jurors rise to the challenge of determining the best-performing cars in 2024 and overall Car of the Year Testing days a resounding success, with no serious mechanical malfunctions or incidents Road safety initiatives form key part of journey to 2024 Car of the Year Final results to be tallied and audited, with the announcement of the overall winner and category winners set for May Public encouraged to cast their vote in the Motor Enthusiast competition

Kia EV9 continues its winning streak as the 2024 UK Car of the Year and supreme winner of the 2024 Women’s Worldwide Car of the 2024-03-14

Kia EV9 also voted ‘World’s Best Car for 2024’ in the WWCOTY awards after rigorous evaluations by 75 women motoring journalists from 52 countries

The Best of the Best: Kia Sportage named ‘Family Car of the Year’ at the 2024 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards 2024-03-05

5th generation Kia Sportage comes out top in the ‘Family Car’ category of the 2024 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards Highest score across all 39 finalists in this year’s awards First Korean car to win an award in the history of the competition

Citroën C3 in the race for SA Car of the Year 2024-02-15

Midrand, February 2024 – The Citroën C3 has been named one of the 18 finalists to vie for the prestigious Old Mutual Insure 2024 Car of the Year (COTY) title. The 38th running of the South African COTY competition recognises excellence in new vehicles launched to the local market and is judged by a professional jury of some of the best motoring media in the country.

CAR OF THE YEAR 2024: THE NEW PEUGEOT E-3008 IN THE FINAL 2023-11-28

On 27 November 2023, the 59 members of the European Car of the Year (COTY) jury, representing 22 countries across the continent, chose the new PEUGEOT E-3008 from 28 shortlisted models to join the final seven contenders for the top prize. This is the 7th time in the last 10 years that a PEUGEOT model has been selected as a finalist.

CULTIVATING EXCELLENCE AT THE 2023 TOYOTA YOUNG FARMER / NEW HARVEST / COMMUNAL FARMING ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2023-11-20

As the agricultural landscape continues to evolve into one of the fastest-growing sectors in South Africa, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) is proud to announce the winners of the Young Farmer, New Harvest and Communal Farming Association competitions. Agriculture sector is the fastest-growing sector of the South African economy*, despite many challenges.

Kia EV9 wins Luxury category in German Car of the Year 2024 Awards 2023-09-01

All features and product specifications mentioned in this release is applicable to a variety of global markets, and availability of any mentioned features may vary depending on the region and country. EV9 chosen as winner by a panel of 27 trade journalists from a pool of nine competing models

Ford Ranger the First Bakkie to Win South Africa Car of the Year Competition 2023-06-20

Next-Gen Ranger impresses jury members with its technology, powertrain, and refinement Ranger is locally manufactured and exported to over 100 markets globally

Mercedes-Benz Actros celebrates 25 years as a pioneering leader in South Africa 2023-06-13

The Mercedes-Benz Actros’ three-pointed star has been shining immaculately for 25 years in South Africa for the long-distance and distribution haulage.A total of 5 generations have been introduced in the 25-year period, each boasting the highly sought after International Truck of the Year award and title.

Kia’s flagship SUVs shine in 2023 South African Car of the Year competition 2023-06-03

“The latest Sportage exemplifies what we call premium value, a balanced combination of premium quality features without sacrificing on an undeniable value proposition, underpinned by world-class design and engineering.

Toyota Continues Winning Streak with 43 Years of Consecutives Market Leadership 2023-01-11

Commenting on automotive retail figures of 2022, naamsa says new vehicle sales are a good barometer of the health of the domestic economy.

TOYOTA ON COURSE TO ACHIEVING 43 YEARS OF MARKET LEADERSHIP 2022-11-28

Passenger units accounted for 8 072 sales while Light Commercial Vehicles (LCV) recorded 5 457.Toyota Sales Year-to-Date – 120 785 Toyota Passenger Sales – 8 072

Kia Edenvale takes top honours in the 2022 Kia Dealer of the Year Awards 2022-09-12

Kia Dealer of the Year Awards recognise and reward dealerships excelling in sales, after sales and service operations

COROLLA WINS SA CAR OF THE YEAR FOR 3RD TIME 2022-06-09

In addition to SA Car of the Year (COTY), Toyota also won the following categories: Compact Category – Urban Cruiser Compact Family Category – Corolla Cross New Energy Category – Corolla Cross Hybrid Adventure SUV Category – Toyota Land Cruiser 300

Nissan Navara scoops the prestigious ‘2022 Car of the Year’ award’ in the 4 x 4 Double Cab segment 2022-06-07

The Nissan Navara has today, been named the official winner of the ‘South Africa Car of the Year’ in 4x4 Double Cab category.

Nissan South Africa hosts key media stakeholders for an immersive #NissanNextExperience 2022-05-16

Nissan South Africa acknowledges Navara being recognised as ‘Car of the Year’ finalist in 4 x 4 Double Cab segment.

Toyota GR Yaris crowned as TopGear SA Performance Car of the Year 2021-12-20

Winning the TopGear SA performance car of the year title just goes to reinforce the reputation that the GR Yaris has garnered in the global motoring space and we are very proud of its achievements

Kia EV6 shortlisted for 2022 European Car of the Year 2021-12-01

528km all-electric range, outstanding performance and ultra-fast charging redefine electric mobility Kia has made it to the ECOTY shortlist for the fourth time in Europe

Land Rover Defender crowned 2021 World Car Design of the Year 2021-04-21

Design prize: New Land Rover Defender named 2021 World Car Design of the Year as unstoppable all-terrain model beats shortlisted rivals to win coveted award

TOYOTA CELEBRATES ITS OUTSTANDING DEALERS FROM 2020 2021-03-08

The local automotive retail may currently be going through a challenging period, but that has not deterred Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) from celebrating some of its star performers from 2020

WOMEN'S WORLD CAR OF THE YEAR ANNOUNCES 2021 CATEGORY WINNERS 2021-03-05

This is the eleventh year for WWCOTY, a team of fifty motoring journalists from 38 countries spanning five continents.

TOYOTA WINS COVETED #CARSAWARDS BRAND OF THE YEAR FOR RECORD 3rd TIME 2021-02-18

Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has become the first local automotive manufacturer to win Cars.co.za’s prestigious Brand of the Year for a record third time.

All-new Sorento wins ‘Large SUV of the year’ at 2021 What Car? Car of the Year awards 2021-01-13

All-new Kia Sorento takes home the ‘Large SUV of the Year’ award Commenting on the Sorento win, Steve Huntingford, Editor of What Car? magazine said: “The Sorento's hybrid tech combines good real-world fuel economy with comparatively low CO2 emissions, while the ride is comfortable and the steering accurate.

TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020 2020-05-13

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) – the parent company of Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) – today announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.

I-PACE wins overall Car of the Year award, as well as the Best Premium Car category 2020-04-22

The win represents the first for Jaguar in the event’s 34-year history, and the first time an electric vehicle claims the coveted title Growing list of accolades also includes 2019 World Car of the Year, World Car Design of the Year, World Green Car and European Car of the Year

This is the first time that the competition has been won by a Jaguar and also the first win by an electric car. 2020-04-22

There are a number of category winners in the 2020 AutoTrader South African Car of the Year, and these winners were announced as well.

Kia’s flagship SUVs shine in ...

Classics from all over South Africa are expected at the 42nd Cars in the Park at the Zwartkops Raceway, located south west of Pretoria on the R55. Over 2 500 classic and special-interest cars are expected at the show to arrive from 6 am on Sunday, August 4, while the show will be open to the public from 8.30 am.

Mahindra launches the XUV 3XO – the ‘New Disruptor’ in compact SUVs

Standard 6 airbags, ESP and all-wheel disk braking across the range Offering Level 2 ADAS with 10 standard safety features 1.2L turbo petrol engine with 82kW, 200Nm offering a dynamic acceleration of 0-60km/h in just 4.6* seconds All AT models fitted with a 6-speed fully automatic transmission with torque converter

Hyundai’s Cargo range have become formidable LCV competitors

From a humble beginning five years ago at a fitment centre in KwaZulu-Natal, Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s Grand i10 Cargo has grown to a formidable and somewhat unique competitor in a relatively new segment in the local motor industry.

New Chery Tiggo Cross to launch in South Africa before end of 2024

Chery South Africa is pleased to announce that the all-new Tiggo Cross is scheduled to launch locally before the end of 2024, bringing a stylish new exterior design and fresh technology to the country’s highly competitive compact SUV segment.

Suzuki Auto raises vital concerns around GNCAP report and release

Information from a 2019 test of older, non-SA specification vehicle used in 2024 report AASA did not communicate with Suzuki Auto SA prior to publication of report “We call on the AASA to follow due process and ensure that the information they share is relevant to the South African market and factually correct,” says Havenga.

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