Life is getting more expensive, but South Africans are still buying cars
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New vehicle sales in South Africa rose by 10.4% year-on-year in October 2026. The country recorded a total of 61,890 new vehicle sales during this period. Growth was also observed in the sale of new energy vehicles. Exports of vehicles showed an increase as well.
South Africa recorded 61,890 new vehicle sales in October 2026, up 10.4% year-on-year, while exports and new energy vehicle sales also showed growth.