Audi has confirmed the introduction of three additional new models for the South African market in 2026. The official pricing for these models will be disclosed once a launch date is established.

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.

Mncane Mthunzi has taken on a leading role representing South Africa's automotive industry at a difficult time for the sector. According to TechCentral, the country's vehicle exports to the United States have collapsed by 74%, while the transition to new energy vehicles is stalling. Mthunzi now carries the fight to defend and reposition the industry as it faces mounting pressure from shifting global trade conditions and the uncertain pace of electrification in the domestic market.

The refreshed Audi S3 has been revealed, featuring an updated interior but no enhancements in performance. The confirmation regarding its South African competitor remains pending, according to The Citizen.

Renault has extensively updated the South American version of its Kwid compact car, according to The Citizen. The report notes it remains to be seen whether the same changes will eventually be applied to the Indian-made Kwid sold in South Africa, leaving local consumers uncertain about potential upgrades to the model available in their market.

South Africa's shift to electric vehicles is beginning with trucks rather than passenger cars, according to TechCentral. In an interview, Hiten Parmar explains the factors behind this pattern, arguing that commercial and heavy vehicles are leading the country's electric transition ahead of family cars. The piece explores why South Africa's EV adoption differs from markets where consumer electric cars have dominated, highlighting the role of the trucking sector in driving early electrification.