by Formex Editor | 8 Apr 2022 | News
The new generation Isuzu D-MAX has officially launched in South Africa. Formex Industries commercial executive, Mihlali Sogoni, attended the event at the Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium on 7 April 2022. The launch was a great success with many high-profile attendees. The...
by Formex Editor | 28 Mar 2022 | News
Formex Industries is gearing itself for new projects that are planned for Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) and the expected localisation drive from other automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). This latest R102-million investment commitment announced by...
by Formex Editor | 23 Mar 2022 | News
The fifth annual State of the Motoring Industry event took place recently at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre. Toyota South Africa president and CEO, Andrew Kirby, delivered his address on the current affairs affecting Toyota and the...
by Formex Editor | 16 Mar 2022 | News
Toyota South Africa recently confirmed that it has invested a total of R4.2-billion in the local automotive sector since 2019. The announcement was made by Toyota South Africa CEO Andrew Kirby at the third State of the Motor Industry (SOMI) in Kyalami. This latest...
by Formex Editor | 9 Mar 2022 | News
The South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ) recently confirmed their pics for the top 25 South African Car of the Year finalists for 2022. SAGMJ has run this competition every year since 1986 and we’re happy to see many of the vehicles produced by our...
by Formex Editor | 2 Mar 2022 | News
Formex Industries is not only a leading manufacturer of automotive components and welded assemblies, but we also produce pipes and tubes for various industries. Many of these tubular products are used on vehicles, as exhaust-related components, but Formex Tubing is...
by Formex Editor | 23 Feb 2022 | News
Mercedes-Benz recently announced that it will launch five new electric vehicles (EVs) to the South African market in 2022. This, along with the launch of the Mercedes-EQ brand, spells a busy year for the German automaker and Formex Industries customer. The automotive...
by Formex Editor | 15 Feb 2022 | News
Ford recently confirmed a R600-million investment in its Struandale engine plant in Gqeberha. This injection will support the launch of the all-new three-litre V6 turbodiesel engines, as well as upgrades to the assembly line for the two-litre turbo and two-litre...
by Formex Editor | 10 Feb 2022 | News
Suzuki recorded a 67% increase in vehicle sales during 2021 after it sold 27 583 new cars. This marks the highest sales record for the Japanese manufacturer and Formex Industries customer. Suzuki is an indirect client of ours; the automotive components that we...
by Formex Editor | 3 Feb 2022 | News
Formex is a leading manufacturer and supplier of automotive components, such as pressed or tubular parts and welded assemblies. We are based in the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan area, which is a key zone in the country’s automotive industry thanks to its location...
by Formex Editor | 31 Jan 2022 | News
The development of the Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ) has been supported by a R2.5-billion investment by the South African government. TASEZ, branded as South Africa’s first automotive city, is considered a forerunner in South Africa’s growing...
by Formex Editor | 25 Jan 2022 | News
Working towards a more sustainable future, the Toyota Motor Corporation has published its electric vehicle (EV) strategy for the coming years. The goal is to launch 30 new EVs by 2030, including pickup trucks, SUVs and sports cars. A whole new generation of cleaner...