03.11.202512:00:00UTC+00South Africa's Total Vehicle Sales Plummet to 16% YOY Growth in October

In a surprising turn of events, South Africa's total vehicle sales witnessed a significant slowdown in growth for the month of October. The year-over-year growth rate stood at 16.00%, marking a stark decrease from the previous month's figure of 24.30%. The figures, updated on November 3rd, 2025, highlight the challenges facing the automotive market in the region.

These statistics compare the change in vehicle sales for October 2025 against the same month in the previous year, revealing a considerable drop from the comparison of September 2025 sales to September 2024. This downward trend raises concerns among market analysts and industry stakeholders who are closely monitoring the potential impact on the economic recovery of the sector.

The reasons behind this marked decrease in growth are yet unclear, but global economic factors, currency fluctuations, and domestic economic policies could be influencing consumer confidence and purchasing power in South Africa. The automotive industry, a key economic driver in the country, may need to adapt to these emerging trends to sustain its growth trajectory in the coming months.