Several well-known car models will be discontinued in South Africa during 2026, according to IOL. Among the vehicles reaching the end of the road locally are the Land Rover Discovery Sport, Audi A1, Honda Civic and Suzuki Ciaz. The report indicates that these familiar models are set to disappear from South African showrooms soon, marking a shift in the country's automotive market as manufacturers adjust their local line-ups for the coming year.

The National Consumer Tribunal has ordered a Pretoria-based engine supplier in Gauteng to release a customer's Ford Focus, refund a R5,000 deposit with interest, and pay a R75,000 fine. According to the report, the tribunal found that the car parts supplier had fitted the wrong engine in the vehicle and then withheld it from the owner for years. The ruling requires the company to compensate the customer and return the car.

E-hailing services in Mahikeng, North West, have been suspended following the impounding of more than 35 vehicles, according to operators. The impounded vehicles reportedly include sedans, seven-seaters, and minibus taxis. Drivers say the enforcement action has forced them to halt operations in the area, disrupting transport for residents who rely on the services. Details around the reasons for the impoundments were not provided in the report, and it remains unclear when services will resume.

South African authorities are developing a strategy to manage aging vehicles on the country's roads, according to The Citizen Business. The plan will determine when vehicles must be 'retired' from use and establish processes for how they are disassembled and recycled. The initiative addresses concerns about older cars that may no longer be roadworthy, aiming to set clear criteria for taking them out of circulation.

Motor vehicle and motorcycle dealers have urged the government to end its 10-year contract with Russian firm Joint Stock Company Global Security, alleging corruption and ongoing delays in the implementation of the Intelligent Transport Monitoring System (ITMS). This system was designed to improve vehicle tracking and security through the issuance of digital number plates, but has faced significant challenges, according to The Observer.

Isuzu has emerged as the leading vehicle seller in Kenya, with total industry sales reaching 9,757 units, according to data from the Kenya Motor Industry Association. The association's figures show Isuzu sold 4,724 units between January and July, giving it a cumulative market share of 48.4 percent. The data positions the automaker well ahead of competitors in the local market during the seven-month period, reflecting its strong presence in Kenya's automotive sector.