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Friday 3 August 2012

South African Vehicle Sales July 2012




The South African vehicle market continues to show signs of growth with a reported 18.34% increase in sales for the month of July 2012 when compared to the same period last year.

Naamsa reports that a total of 54 067 vehicles were sold in the month of July 2012 with a 4.22% increase on the month of June 2012. However, sales MCVs, buses and trucks experienced a dip of 4.9%.

Low interest rates, a competitive trading environment and an improved demand for credit by households continue to drive growth in the South African vehicle market. Naamsa believes that the market will achieve 10% growth for 2012.

Top selling vehicles in South Africa for July 2012 include the ever popular Volkswagen Polo Vivo in first position with 3 449 units sold. The Toyota Hilux takes second place with 2 781 units while the new Volkswagen Polo claims third place with 2 459 units in the bag. Further down the list, the Toyota Etios is in fourth with 1 747 units sold and the Chevrolet Utility in fifth place with 1 747 units sold.

News Source: IOL Motoring

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