Chery names its first bakkie Grootman
Chery has named its first bakkie for South Africa Grootman, a name chosen by South Africans. The model is planned to make its local debut in the first quarter of 2027.
- Product News
- 2 October 2026
The Gas Motor show is preparing to take over Suncoast, Durban, on 14-15 June, promising an adrenaline-filled weekend packed with Africa’s rarest and most exciting vehicles, world-class entertainment and stunt performances.
Hosted by Gas Magazine, the event will dazzle attendees with epic stunt performances from Team Bizzarro – known for their incredible stunt work in movies such as John Wick and Fast X — and so much more, including drifting, spinning and freestyle motocross.
This event will bring several motorsport elements to one action-packed arena, blending high-octane thrills with the best of lifestyle entertainment, featuring your favourite international stars and local celebrities.
There is fun for the whole family this Father's Day weekend, from live music to gaming tournaments, prizes, raffles and giveaways. Each day wraps up with an after-party, the Saturday’s line-up includes Kelvin Momo, Tyler ICU, Blended SA, Liam Hans, Summer Heyns and more. DJ Kent, MiCasa, Nivaad Singh and other local talents will bring the festival to a close on Sunday.
Gates open at 09:00 and remain open until 24:00 on Saturday and from 09:00 to 23:00 on Sunday.
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Chery has named its first bakkie for South Africa Grootman, a name chosen by South Africans. The model is planned to make its local debut in the first quarter of 2027.
Netcare Diagnostics (a Netcare Group business) is introducing its first fully electric vehicles to its transport fleet, starting with shorter urban routes for collecting patient pathology specimens.
South Africa’s new vehicle market recorded aggregate domestic sales of 61 645 units in September 2026, an increase of 12.7% compared with the 54 706 units sold during September 2025.
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Netcare Diagnostics (a Netcare Group business) is introducing its first fully electric vehicles to its transport fleet, starting with shorter urban routes for collecting patient pathology specimens.
South Africa’s new vehicle market recorded aggregate domestic sales of 61 645 units in September 2026, an increase of 12.7% compared with the 54 706 units sold during September 2025.
SA Auto Week 2026 is scheduled to take place in eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal, from 13 to 16 October, with the event marking five years of SA Auto Week.