VWSA - The African Mirror

Feb

2024

Volkswagen presents new models to be launched in 2024

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…

Jan

2024

By The African Mirror

Volkswagen Group South Africa honoured as Top Employer for 13th consecutive year

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CONTINUING their legacy of building an environment where employees can thrive, Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has been named a Top Employer for 2024. This marks the 13th year in a row that VWSA has been honoured with this certification. The Top Employer title is an internationally recognised certification from the Top Employers Institute, which is awarded in recognition of employers around the world that provide excellent conditions for their employees. Included in the considerations are the company’s commitment to employee wellbeing, continuous improvement and to developing talent within the organisation. The list of Top Employers for 2024 was announced…

Sep

2023

By The African Mirror

Volkswagen heritage sublimely preserved

MOTORING NEWS

FOR more than 70 years Volkswagen vehicles have traversed the roads of South Africa and have become one of the most loved vehicle brands in the country. Its heritage remains proudly preserved at the Volkswagen AutoPavilion in Kariega. This quaint town, formally known as Uitenhage, is the second oldest town in the Eastern Cape and is home to Volkswagen Group South Africa’s (VWSA) manufacturing plant where the first Volkswagen Beetle rolled off the production line at the end of August 1951. More than 40 classics are displayed inside the AutoPavilion museum amongst which the oldest is a 1938 DKW F5…

Apr

2023

By The African Mirror

Range-topping VW Polo Vivo GT gets a fresh look

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A total of 119 679 second-generation Volkswagen Polo Vivo units have been sold since its launch in the local market in 2018. Since the Polo Vivo was first introduced in South Africa in 2010, the popular hatch has recorded 313 620 in cumulative sales. The range-topping Volkswagen Polo Vivo GT will now be getting a fresh new look with exterior and interior updates. The Polo Vivo GT’s unique styling and characteristics have been enhanced whilst the flagship status within the Polo Vivo model range is maintained. Exterior highlights include silver mirror caps, GT rear decal, wheels and dash inserts as…

Sep

2021

By The African Mirror

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…