Suzuki dominates affordable safety

Suzuki dominates affordable safety

Suzuki offers 6 out of the top 11 safest cars for under R270 000. In a country that records over 12 000 road fatalities per year, vehicle safety is a major concern for buyers. Affordable cars should not skimp on safety features and Suzuki is paying attention to the...
NEV roadmap will be production-led

NEV roadmap will be production-led

The South African government is in the process of finalising the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) roadmap that will pave the way for a more sustainable automotive future in the country. This framework is building upon the second phase of the current Automotive Production and...
South African prices announced for new Volvo EV

South African prices announced for new Volvo EV

  Volvo has launched a brand new electric vehicle (EV) in South Africa, which comes with much anticipation. The Volvo XC40 P6 Recharge is a single-motor EV and is the most affordable luxury EV on the local market. These limited-production, ultra-modern cars can...
VW invests R235m in facility upgrades

VW invests R235m in facility upgrades

Volkswagen South Africa has set aside R235-million for upgrades to its local manufacturing facilities and assembly line. Specifically, this investment will open a wax flooding facility in Kariega, Eastern Cape, which enables VW to offer a 12-year anti-corrosion...
Formex attends Automechanika Germany

Formex attends Automechanika Germany

Formex Industries attended the Automechanika automotive trade fair in Frankfurt, Germany. This massive event took place between Tuesday, 13 and Saturday, 17 September 2022 and highlighted the new technologies and innovations that will revolutionise the manufacturing...
Formex annual report highlights

Formex annual report highlights

Formex has been a leading manufacturer of automotive components for many years, but recent achievements highlight the company’s growth and commitment to the sector. The South African automotive industry employs around 110 000 people and contributes to 6.8% of the...
Mercedes-Benz launches solar energy project in SA

Mercedes-Benz launches solar energy project in SA

Mercedes-Benz is the latest automotive manufacturer in South Africa to complete a solar energy project. This is in response to the ongoing energy crisis and the brand’s vision of a more sustainable future. The German automaker launched the photovoltaic (PV) project at...
SA has potential for EV manufacturing

SA has potential for EV manufacturing

There is no doubt that the future of transportation lies in electric vehicles (EVs). So many global vehicle brands have already launched EV projects and the market segment is rapidly growing as new models enter on a yearly basis. This presents a massive opportunity,...
Formex achieves Level 2 B-BBEE accreditation

Formex achieves Level 2 B-BBEE accreditation

Formex Industries has recently received an updated broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) accreditation. We are now a Level 2 B-BBEE contributor, which holds a number of benefits for our customers and suppliers. Formex is a leading manufacturer and supplier...
EC port expansion benefitting the automotive industry

EC port expansion benefitting the automotive industry

Transnet National Port Authority recently announced a R9.1-billion investment into three Eastern Cape ports over the next seven years. This project is already showing signs of increased automotive export capacity. The ports include Gqeberha, Ngqura and East London....
Ford’s manufacturing plant runs 35% on solar power

Ford’s manufacturing plant runs 35% on solar power

Ford South Africa is making strides in sustainability. The automaker’s Silverton assembly plant is now running 35% of its energy on solar power. Silverton, in Pretoria, is Ford’s flagship factory and is currently manufacturing the new Ranger for the domestic and...