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South Africa accounts for 54% of all exports to the US under Agoa — a trade law which  gives eligible African countries duty-free access to the US market for thousands of products including clothing, agricultural goods, crafts and manufactured items.

South Africa-US trade faces uncertain future as Agoa renewal stalls

Business and economic leaders warn that diplomatic tension, tariffs and shifting global alliances could shape whether the country remains part of the renewed agreement

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola (left) and Minister of Trade Parks Tau (right) during a briefing on Monday. (DIRCO)

South Africa seeks new export markets as US tariff looms

While the government negotiates a mutually beneficial deal with the US, it says it is making plans to diversify its export marke

The government did not specify which manufacturers or models are likely to be impacted by the rule, which will be open for public comment for 30 days. File photo

United States bans Chinese and Russian tech in vehicles over national security fears

China hit back by saying Washington was taking ‘discriminatory action’ against its companies

Futuristic: The Volvo EX30 looks like a concept and goes from 0-100 km/h in just 3.6 seconds.  (Photo by John Keeble/Getty Images)

Volvo EX30: Futuristic driving meets the challenges of electric charging in South Africa

While the car itself ticks all the boxes, the infrastructure in our country still does not adequately support electric vehicles This content is restricted to registered users and…

Toyota was Brand of the Year for the fourth time, determined through an analysis of market data and findings from the Cars.co.za Ownership Satisfaction Survey.

Glitz, glamour, and automotive excellence: The 2023/24 Cars.co.za Consumer Awards unveils victorious auto icons

BMW and Suzuki each took home three category wins; a testament to their quality, innovation and consumer appeal

Sales utility vehicle: Popular models, such as the Land Cruiser, helped to keep Toyota’s trade figures high.

Toyota SA is leading the pack in car sales

Sales data provides a fascinating snapshot of the competitive landscape in the automobile industry This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free…

The Toyota Aygo 1.0 X-Play five-door

Hot race at entry level for South Africa’s best pre-owned car

Running costs, reliability and extra features will be key elements in the choice of winners

Deal: Drivy

Rent-out-your-car company gets €31-million to expand

French start-up lets people hire out their cars in much the same way Airbnb runs a market for houses.

Mercedes-Benz to invest a further R3-billion in SA

Mercedes Benz plans to push ahead with a R3-billion investment plan, despite other car makers’ concerns over labour instability.

Strikes hinder car production in SA

Worker strikes at car and vehicle part manufacturers have impacted negatively on production lines at South African automakers.

Car manufacturers including General Motors, Toyota, BMW and Volkswagen collectively proposed a new offer to raise pay by 10% over three years. (AP)

SA autoworkers to discuss pay demand amid strike

Workers from the automotive industry will meet to discuss revising pay demands as the strike involving 30 000 people enters its 11th day.

SAA technical staffers affiliated to the South African Transport and Allied Workers Union downed tools to demand a 12% wage increase. (Delwyn Verasamy)

No striking SAA workers allowed at airport, says Acsa

Acsa will not permit demonstrations on airport premises during a strike by Satawu members at airline SAA’s technical department.

What’s bad for GM is good for the world

The official line is that GM is not dead, it’s just regrouping.

GM talks with Europe break down, Chrysler future on hold

The US auto industry faced an uncertain future after talks with Germany on the fate of General Motors’ Opel unit collapsed.

Nobody lives in Rosslyn …

… but many make their livelihoods there. Faranaaz Parker, Qudsiya Karrim and Percy Mabandu report.

Toyota workers face three-day week

Toyota, the world’s biggest carmaker, is considering plans to put its European workforce on a three-day week.

The end of the car guard?

Mercedes has launched a space-age self-parking car, writes Sukasha Singh

More motor dealers shut up shop

Over 50 vehicle dealerships across the country have shut up shop since the beginning of the year because of plunging sales, according to industry.