The South African market has not yet found back its 2005-2006 levels
- The South African market (Passenger cars sales in South Africa) had broken its record in 2006, with more than 470,000 vehicles sold (against 400,000 vehicles sold in 2005 and 300,000 vehicles sold in 2004). Severely affected by the 2008-2009 financial crisis, the South African market lost 45% of its volume between 2006 and 2009, then rebounded well from 2010 on, to finally overpass 300,000 vehicles sold in 2011 and 350,000 vehicles sold in 2012.
- It is to be noted that South Africa was since ever the largest automobile market of Africa, but its dominance is now being challenged by Algeria (around 350 000 Passenger Cars in 2012).
- Concerning carmakers, the VW group (which also produces in South Africa), remains the market leader in 2012, with a 27% penetration rate. Toyotagroup has progressed significantly over the past five years. It comes now in second position with a 18% market share. GM and Ford groups, former market leaders, have lost much influence, and occupy now only respectively 9% and 7% of the market.
Data source: File #55 - Registrations in the World by makes
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