South Africa Auto Sales See Best September in 8 Years

Trading Economics
2025.10.02 13:04
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Total vehicle sales in South Africa rose 24.3% year-on-year to 54,700 units in September 2025, marking the highest figure for that month since 2015. New passenger car sales increased by 28% to 38,603 units, while light commercial vehicle sales grew by 19.7%. Vehicle exports surged 32.9% to 38,772 units, with year-to-date exports 6% higher than in 2024. The industry is expected to surpass pre-pandemic sales levels for the first time in five years, driven by strong consumer demand for affordable cars.