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Image: courtesy of motorpress South Africa’s new vehicle market delivered its strongest February performance in recent years, reflecting firmer domestic demand and reinforcing the view that the sector has moved beyond recovery into a phase of consolidation supported by improving local economic conditions. According to naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, aggregate domestic new vehicle sales reached 53,455 units in February 2026, an increase of 5,461 units, or 11,4%, co

Image: Supplied South Africa's new vehicle market has carried its positive 2025 performance into the new year, with January sales confirming that the industry’s upward trajectory remains on track. The market recorded 50,073 sales for the month, up 7.5% on January 2025 according to naamsa | the Automotive Business Council. This represents a more moderate growth rate than the 10.4% increase recorded in January 2025, suggesting the market is transitioning from rapid recovery t