Chinese automakers expanded their market share to nearly 15%, up from just 3.1% in 2022 – Transunion data.

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GUEST – Ayesha Hatea, director of research and consulting at TransUnion South Africa



TransUnion’s latest Mobility Insights Report shows South Africa’s automotive market building momentum in 2025, supported by a favourable interest rate environment, record-low new-vehicle inflation, and liquidity from the two-pot pension reform. While recovery is underway, the outlook remains fragile, with affordability constraints and export headwinds threatening longer-term growth.
22 Sep 2025 4PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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