VWSA entry-level cars top sales as market recoversUitenhage-based OEM says current level of sales last seen in 2007. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape economy boosted by R500m investment by VolkswagenBusiness is showing its confidence in the Eastern Cape as it ramps up investments worth millions. Read More...
 
VWSA export numbers improvesVWSA produces the new Polo for all right-hand drive markets globally, as well as the CrossPolo for all right-hand and left-hand drive markets in the world.. Read More...
 
VWSA looks to new lines for growthVolkswagen of South Africa (VWSA) stands poised to challenge Toyota’s long-standing dominance in the combined passenger and light commercial-vehicle market, as it looks set to enter the minibus taxi and half-ton pick-up market over the next one to five years.. Read More...
 
VWSA ramps up its investmentVolkswagen SA (VWSA) yesterday announced a R500m investment in a new workshop facility, adding to a R5,23bn investment by the group in SA over the past four years.. Read More...
 
Uitenhage-based OEM scores state subsidiesInvestments of more than R5-billion by Volkswagen SA in Uitenhage have been approved by the government, meaning they will qualify for state subsidies. . Read More...
 
Yes, this double-cab is a VolkswagenThe new Volkswagen Amarok – the German vehicle manufacturer’s long-awaited entry into the South African large bakkie market – will make its debut at the Nampo festival in Bothaville, North West, on May 18. . Read More...
 
EC to get SA’s biggest desalination plantEC to improve its water supply through seawater desalination plant upgrade. Read More...
 
News locally made VW Polo gets introducedVolkswagen SA expects to double its export figures with the introduction of the new range to 55 000 this year.. Read More...
 
VWSA scores big in Polo export contractLate 2009 order should grow to 55 000 next week with the local content close to doubling to 70%. Read More...
 
VW aims to raise local content to 70%As part of Volkswagen of South Africa’s (VWSA’s) initiative to achieve 70% local content on the vehicles produced at its Uitenhage plant, in the Eastern Cape, the company invested R5,6-million investment in a body-panel washing machine. . Read More...
 
Nelson Mandela Bay’s one of world'’s most intelligent communitiesThe Eastern Cape's Nelson Mandela Bay municipality has made it onto the 2009 list of the world’s 21 most intelligent communities. The list is issued annually by the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) on the basis of a community's capacity in and innovative use of broadband.. Read More...
 
Newly opened VWSA training centres gearing for world competitivenessAs part of their new production academy, VWSA has opened 3 new training centres to ensure that the local auto industry gains world competitiveness.. Read More...
 
Export coup for VWSA with 6,000 motor car orderVWSA says that over 40 per cent of its total planned production will be exported. . Read More...
 
R3 bn for VWSA’s E Cape manufacturing plantInvestment includes new production technology in body and vehicle assembly operations as well as new engine manufacturing strategy.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition launched in GermanyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), the development arm of the Eastern Cape Government, recently launched its Eastern Cape from Above photographic exhibition at the Munich Airport in Germany.. Read More...
 
Exhibition captures Eastern Cape’s spectacular landscapesMore than 12,000 travelers and visitors to Germany’s Munich airport were treated to eclectic beauty of the Eastern Cape in October with a photographic exhibition which included 40 photographic larger-than-life displays.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition launched in GermanyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), the development arm of the Eastern Cape Government, will launch its Eastern Cape from Above photographic exhibition at the Munich Airport in Germany today.. Read More...
 
VW pulls in six component manufacturerVehicle manufacturer Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) has attracted a number of key national and international components manufacturers to set up operations in Uitenhage, in the Eastern Cape. The company, which unveiled this initiative this week, said the supplier plan was in line with the new Automotive Production Development Programme (APDP). . Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition launched in GermanyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), the development arm of the Eastern Cape Government, recently launched its Eastern Cape from Above photographic exhibition at the Munich Airport in Germany. The exhibition, consisting of 40 aerial views of the province, was offically opened by the South African Ambassador to Germany, Mr Eddie Funde and ran until 22 October. . Read More...
 
City’s auto, manufacturing sectors shaping city’s successThe Nelson Mandela Bay economy contributes roughly 40% of the Eastern Cape’s GDP, thanks largely to the automotive and manufacturing sectors in Port Elizabeth. According to big business, the city and Coega Development Corporation are playing their part in ensuring a smooth ride for industry. . Read More...
 
Province's auto sector remains mainstay sectorLatest Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) figures confirm that exports from the province’s two commercial ports, particularly from the automotive sector, are on the increase.. Read More...
 
Oysters opportunity for EC entrepreneursLatest Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) figures confirm that exports from the province’s two commercial ports, particularly from the automotive sector, are on the increase. TNPA figures show that the number of vehicles landed and shipped grew by 27% or 9,700 units to 45,200 units in the past year and this trend is set to continue for the foreseeable future. . Read More...
 
Uitenhage-Despatch agri project bears fruitPoverty alleviation project, supplying major retailers, also has backing of VWSA, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and the province’s agricultural project. A R15-million Uitenhage-Despatch development initiative (UDDI) investment in a massive agricultural project is already yielding fruit, creating hundreds of jobs for previously unemployed people. . Read More...
 
Changes at VWSA as German parent relignsVolkswagen SA will not build the sixth-generation Golf after the car is launched in Europe next year. Jetta production will also move overseas once the current model runs out. However, MD David Powels says a realignment of the company's product manufacturing strategy will compensate for the loss of these core models.. Read More...
 
Volkswagen South Africa secures new export contractVWSA is to export to more than 10,000 Jettas to Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Great Britain and Ireland. . Read More...
 
R400m to improve VW employee skillsSkills programme to run for four years, will address shortage of technical skills, unemployment and community development. Read More...
 
Black-owned company secures new VWSA truck and bus contractFormer VWSA employees’ emerging company, Mzantsi Truck and Bus, up for the challenge of assembling new range and will increase employees by 60 per cent for sufficient capacity. Read More...
 
VW ventures into new marketsSA, one of three locations to manufacture the latest addition to VW range. Read More...
 
Businesses to showcase in sixth East Cape career exhibitionPresentations set to reveal an array of career choices for EC grade 12 pupils. Read More...
 
VWSA to expand its range with Spanish importThe German automotive manufacturer is to build a SEAT dealership network in key areas.. Read More...
 
Local auto manufacturers strengthen their market positionsVolkswagen and General Motors make a strong showing in the passenger market . Read More...
 
VW's truck contract goes BEEMzantsi Truck & Bus, which won the contract, is owned by 53 previously disadvantaged employees at Volkswagen. Read More...
 
Local VW plant makes historyFor the first time, the German automotive manufacturer has built more than 100 000 cars at its local plant.. Read More...
 
The 'Volksbus' has arrivedAnd marketing and selling of the three models is to start immediately. Read More...
 
VW takes top HIV/Aids awardLocal arm of Volkswagen becomes the second South African automotive manufacturer to be awarded the international HIV/Aids accolade . Read More...
 
UTi and VW in logistics partnershipPartnership has already resulted in job creation. Read More...
 
Another NMMM trade indaba to follow in 2007Metro’s successful conference makes necessary impact. Read More...
 
VWSA adds 2,2 million to parent’s worldwide 100 million tallyThe German automotive giant, which started production at its Wolfsburg plant some 70 years ago, has built over 100 million units worldwide.. Read More...
 
Motor sector, be globally competitive says VWSAEastern Cape-based automotive manufacturer says global competitiveness will keep the automotive industry safe from country’s current textile sector woes.. Read More...
 
VW truck plant for PEVW’s commercial division in Hanover confirms new plant to open in PE.. Read More...
 
NMM getting major investment boostNMM the focus of major investment by SA’s corporate giants.. Read More...
 
VWSA shares "rainbow" richesAutoUni, the VWAG-owned higher education institution in Germany says “South Africa is a laboratory of diversity”.. Read More...
 
AIDC, Rhodes to introduce motor industry courseThe certificate in Management: Automotive Industry is to get its first students in 2005.. Read More...
 
PE cars show dominance in 2005 Car of the Year“Little Detroit” shows its mettle in the national car competition.. Read More...
 
VW roars to top place in car salesVW puts in another powerful performance in the domestic market’s new passenger car sales.. Read More...
 
SA could be the new home for a VW truck and bus facilityVW SA is yet to confirm that it is build a local multi-million truck and bus facility, a report which emerged out of Brazil earlier this month.. Read More...
 
Two big brands celebrate 33 year partnership75 000 vehicles later, VW and Avis celebrate their relationship with another milestone.. Read More...
 
Automotive park gets go-aheadR100 million logistics and light industrial assembly park gets underway this month.. Read More...
 
VWSA secures R50bn Golf export bonanzaVWSA adds another win to export treasure chest.. Read More...
 
VW tipped to get huge Golf 5 contractVWSA is set to win another major contract - this time it is for the production of the Golf 5 range for the British and other right-hand-drive markets.. Read More...
 
VWSA unveils R8m technology support centre in UitenhageVolkswagen South Africa has opened a R8 million technology support centre at its vehicle production plant in Uitenhage. . Read More...
 
Auto industry leaders to meet in PESome of the world's top speakers will address the 2004 Made In South Africa Automotive Conference, due to take place in Port Elizabeth from May 4 to 6. . Read More...
 
VW in 6-year engine export winLocal manufacturer announces a R12 billion engine export contract win which will see almost 800 jobs being created. Read More...
 
VW to build the Golf 5 for export to AsiaSA automotive manufacturer secures another export contract; this time it is for the Golf 5 which is destined for Asia. Read More...
 
VWSA now a player in the commercial vehicle marketVolkswagen South Africa has entered the commercial vehicle market for the first time, taking on players such as DaimlerChrysler and Toyota.. Read More...
 
Investors in people certification for VWSAVOLKSWAGEN SOUTH AFRICA has received Investors in People certification.. Read More...
 
Opportunities for component exportersEAST LONDON-BASED Lear Corporation is Volkswagen South Africa’s export supplier of the year.. Read More...
 
Boost for Port Elizabeth car terminalVEHICLE IMPORTS through Port Elizabeth could be boosted by up to three thousand units a year with the reintroduction of the Chrysler brand to South Africa by the Delta Motor Corporation.. Read More...
 
VWSA supports skills trainingVOLKSWAGEN SOUTH Africa is accelerating automotive skills training in the province through the donation of eight high-tech vehicles worth R1,5-million to educational institutions.. Read More...
 
Volkswagen SA Top People CompanyVOLKSWAGEN SOUTH Africa is one of the best companies to work for in South Africa, and has one of the most motivated workforces with employees that are committed to its brands.. Read More...
 
Major component export contracts for VWUITENHAGE-BASED Volkswagen South Africa has begun delivering components for two export contracts worth around R350 million a year.. Read More...
 
Two millionth vehicle at VWSAVOLKSWAGEN SOUTH Africa has produced its two millionth vehicle - a silver-coloured Jetta 4.. Read More...
 
VWSA leads passenger sales in 2002UITENHAGE-BASED Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) has emerged as the leader in the South African passenger car market for 2002.. Read More...
 
VWSA increases investmentVOLKSWAGEN SOUTH Africa will be increasing its investment in plant infrastructure, product upgrades and improved facilities at its Uitenhage plant to R2,1 billion over the next six years.. Read More...
 
VWSA among best companies in South AfricaUITENHAGE-BASED Volkswagen South Africa has been judged one of the best companies to work for in South Africa as well as one of South Africa's top companies.. Read More...
 
DaimlerChrysler leads heavy truck marketEast London-based DaimlerChrysler led the heavy commercial market again in October.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape leads car, heavy vehicle marketsEastern Cape manufacturers lead new car and heavy vehicle sales categories.. Read More...
 
Record month for VWTHE EASTERN Cape’s Volkswagen South Africa reported record sales for August 2002.. Read More...
 
Vehicle sales indicate strong exports - good news for Eastern CapeTRENDS IN passenger car sales point to strong performance by South African exporters, says Volkswagen South Africa marketing director Jolyon Nash.. Read More...
 
VWSA and DaimlerChrysler are market leadersEASTERN CAPE vehicle manufacturers Volkswagen South Africa and DaimlerChrysler led the new car, as well as the medium and heavy commercial vehicle markets in February 2002.. Read More...
 
Lower Saxony and VWSA boost Eastern Cape trainingTHE UITENHAGE Self Employment Centre (USEC) on has been granted a R500 000 donation (Euro 50 000) from the Lower Saxony Government in Germany for the start-up of a Multi-Skilled Builder Development Programme.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape supplies nearly one in two new vehicles sold in JanuaryEASTERN CAPE vehicle manufacturers supplied nearly one in every two new vehicles sold in South Africa during January 2002, with East London-based DaimlerChrysler leading the market in three of the four categories.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape leads new car marketEastern Cape-based Volkswagen South Africa was the country’s leading supplier of new cars to both the local and export markets for 2001.. Read More...
 
Motor industry investment opportunitiesEASTERN CAPE-BASED Volkswagen South Africa is creating opportunities for component suppliers in the Eastern Cape and the rest of South Africa.. Read More...
 
Commercial vehicle sales point to improvement in SA economyAN INCREASE in sales of commercial vehicles in South Africa during November 2001 points to an improvement in business and consumer confidence, according to Ford Southern Africa.. Read More...
 
Export milestone for Eastern Cape car makerVOLKSWAGEN South Africa has achieved an African first with the manufacture of its 100 000th Golf 4 for export.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape leads national car marketEASTERN CAPE-BASED Volkswagen and Audi led the South African new car market for the eighth successive month in October 2001.. Read More...
 
Volkswagen South Africa honoured with Eastern Cape awardProvince honours sons and daughters who have become national leaders.. Read More...
 
Strong exports out of Port ElizabethPORT ELIZABETH-based manufacturers have secured export orders valued at billions of rands over the past few months.. Read More...
 
VWSA grabs 24 per cent of new vehicle marketEASTERN CAPE-based Volkswagen South Africa lead the South African passenger car market for the seventh successive month in August.. Read More...
 
Volkswagen South Africa opens test trackVOLKSWAGEN South Africa has opened a new vehicle test track at its plant in Uitenhage.. Read More...
 
New technology drives VW exportsNew automotive technology has been brought to South Africa for a rubber-metal export contract brokered by Volkswagen South Africa.. Read More...
 
VW secures R1,7-billion catalytic converter export orderEASTERN CAPE – BASED Volkswagen South Africa has secured a R1.7-billion in catalytic converter contracts over the next five years for export to Europe and China.. Read More...
 
Vehicle sales grow by 12 per centUitenhage-based VWSA confirms position as market leader.. Read More...
 
R2,16-billion catalytic converter export order for Eastern Cape manufacturersUITENHAGE-BASED Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) has secured a R2,16-billion catalytic converter export contract.. Read More...