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Aug
21
2024
By The African Mirror
SA’s Festival of Motoring set to kick off Spring in Joburg with a “Celebration of Car Culture”

SA’s Festival of Motoring set to kick off Spring in Joburg with a “Celebration of Car Culture”

MOTORING NEWS
THE Festival of Motoring - powered by WesBank - is bringing a grand celebration of car culture from 30 August 30 to 1 September 2024, to the iconic Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in Johannesburg, South Africa. The circuit is set to transform into a hub for motoring enthusiasts, promising a thrilling fusion of speed, innovation, and automotive excellence. Michael Dehn, Managing Director of Messe Frankfurt South Africa, states: “The Festival of Motoring is the next level in motor show evolution; it is an immersive experience that engages attendees with the dynamic world of motoring. Whether a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, the Festival…
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Apr
17
2024
By The African Mirror
Volkswagen to invest $210 mln in South African plant

Volkswagen to invest $210 mln in South African plant

NEWS
VOLKSWAGEN plans to invest 4 billion rand ($210.67 million) in its South African manufacturing plant in the Eastern Cape in preparation to manufacture a new SUV in 2027, it said. South Africa is the largest automotive manufacturing hub on the African continent, hosting global brands such as Toyota, Isuzu, Volkswagen and Mercedes. The German carmaker's statement said the investment will be used to upgrade facilities in various areas in preparation for the addition of a third model to its production line-up from 2027. "As most global vehicle markets transition to electric vehicles, African markets like South Africa will continue manufacturing and…
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Feb
12
2024
By The African Mirror
Volkswagen presents new models to be launched in 2024

Volkswagen presents new models to be launched in 2024

MOTORING
VOLKSWAGEN is set to make a significant impact on the South African passenger car market with the launch of three new models in 2024.  The new T-Cross, new Tiguan, new Touareg and the ID.4 were unveiled at a special media event hosted at the Volkswagen manufacturing plant in Kariega, in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. “As we embark on the journey that is 2024, we cannot help but feel a positive sense of anticipation for the exciting year ahead. For the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand, 2024 holds immense significance as we set our sights on re-establishing our presence in the…
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Sep
03
2022
By The African Mirror
Volkswagen’s B-BBEE Initiatives Trust invests in transformation of the automotive supply chain

Volkswagen’s B-BBEE Initiatives Trust invests in transformation of the automotive supply chain

MOTORING NEWS
WHEN it comes to transformation in the automotive industry, Akhona Mosiane believes she has been given a rare opportunity to make an impact. “I am not title-driven but I know there aren’t many women who can say they own a heavy-truck dealership group,” she says. “I’ve been given an opportunity to be at the forefront of making sure I am not the last. My duty is to make it easier for other women to get into the industry and fulfill their entrepreneurial dreams.” Mosiane, 35, is the majority shareholder of GardenRouteMan (GRM) Auto, a dealership group that currently owns three…
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Sep
02
2021
By The African Mirror
Volkswagen SA celebrates 70 years

Volkswagen SA celebrates 70 years

MULTIMEDIA
VOLKSWAGEN South Africa is celebrating seven decades of service, excellence, keeping millions of owners happy and creating jobs. To celebrate this momentous occasion we share with you the following special messages from VWSA chairman and managing director Robert Cisek, Ralf Brandstaetter, Passenger Brand CEO at VWSA, Oscar Mabuyane, the Premier of the Eastern Cape as well as Ebrahim Patel, SA's Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition. VWSA is a market leader and the largest private employer in Nelson Mandela Bay with over 4 000 employees. Aside from the vehicles imported for the local market, the VWSA plant in Kariega has…
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Aug
09
2020
By The African Mirror
Volkswagen opens vehicle assembly facility in Ghana

Volkswagen opens vehicle assembly facility in Ghana

MOTORING
AFRICAN MIRROR REPORTER  ONE of the world’s leading vehicle manufacturers - Volkswagen - has expanded its front in Sub-Saharan Africa, with the official opening of a vehicle assembly facility in Accra, Ghana. With this investment, Ghana has become the 5th Volkswagen vehicle assembly location in Sub-Saharan Africa; the other locations are in South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria and Rwanda. The President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo presided over the official opening of a facility that has created jobs in Ghana. Akufo-Addo witnessed the unveiling of the first vehicle assembled in Ghana.  The country’s Minister of Trade and Industry, Alan Kyerematen,…
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