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South Africa’s latest economic data delivered mixed signals, with manufacturing confidence weakening while tourism and new vehicle sales improved. The rand remained relatively stable despite higher oil prices and global inflation concerns.
PMI

Sunday review: Rand holds firm as SA data paints mixed picture of economy

South Africa’s latest economic data delivered mixed signals, with manufacturing confidence weakening while tourism and new vehicle sales improved.

  • Ashley Lechman
  • Yogashen Pillay
5 min read
New-energy vehicle sales are growing at a considerably faster rate than the overall market.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES

SA drivers ditch petrol as affordable hybrids and EVs arrive

With 23 consecutive months of growth, South Africa’s auto market is booming as affordable electric vehicles hit local showrooms.

  • Willem van de Putte
4 min read
South Africa’s new-vehicle sales rose 11.4% year on year in August 2026, while strong growth in new-energy vehicle sales pointed to growing consumer interest in lower running costs.
NEW VEHICLE SALES

August vehicle sales surge as South Africans focus on fuel efficiency

South Africa’s new-vehicle sales rose 11.4% year on year in August 2026, while strong growth in new-energy vehicle sales pointed to growing consumer interest in lower running…

  • Ashley Lechman
4 min read
The electric BMW iX3 launching locally at the end of the month
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY

The future of electric vehicles in South Africa's automotive sector

There should be more excitement around electrification and how it benefits South Africans, writes the ceo at BMW Group South Africa

  • Peter van Binsbergen
5 min read