AfroAutos


Auto Site for Africa by Africans

    • Latest Stories

      What is new?

    • Total Car Cost When Importing Secondhand

      December 19, 2016

    • Common Car Problems That Everyone Should Know How To Fix

      November 25, 2016

0

Development & Industry

Manufacturing Companies Making Headway in Africa

  • by Ngugi K.
  • September 16, 2013

Afroautos has kept you abreast with the developments in the African auto industry, ranging from the lucrative secondhand vehicle businesses to the ‘invasion’ by Chinese auto manufacturers and the imminent price and style wars. If this is anything to go by, then about five companies can be said to be leading the onslaught. These are the firms with the highest stakes in the continent, and ones that have projected the greatest growth over the last few trading years.

Isuzu D MAX www.culverwells.co .uk Manufacturing Companies Making Headway in Africa

Isuzu has led in production of trucks and pickups.
Image Source: www.culverwells.co.uk.jpg

New and old guards fight for the top position

At the top of this pack are both traditional market leaders and the ‘late comers’-new entrants with unmatched zeal to succeed. Traditionally, Africa has recognized Toyota and Isuzu to be the undisputed vehicle manufacturers of preference. Toyota for instance, has recorded massive sales, growth, and presence in Africa, from the land cruisers in the battle fields of Somalia to luxurious SUVs in Cape Town to the PSVs in Accra. Isuzu has maintained its position as the preferred destination for trucks, making wide strides in Africa due to their economically efficient diesel powered engines.

However, the house has new and serious entrants who will stop at nothing to ensure that they register indisputable presence in Africa. These include the Chinese Foton, the Indian Mahindra- making a comeback, and the French Renault.

Toyota-Currently leading in Africa

toyota landcruiser altitude e1346307570927 Manufacturing Companies Making Headway in Africa

Toyota which has led by making several car models.
Image Source: www.caradvice.com.au

Afro Autos recently featured an article about the history of this great multinational, and the transitions Toyota has undergone to be where the firm is. The multinational, headquartered in Toyota, Aichi Japan is not leading in Africa by chance. It is the third largest vehicle manufacturer in the world, behind General Motors and Volkswagen. It is also the world’s eleventh largest company based on revenue. This simply justifies the long barely disputed headway in Africa.

Isuzu-king of trucks

When the need for trucks arises in Africa, which is regularly the case, buyers often turn to Isuzu for a solution. Cost is a very important factor here, and that boils down to fuel consumption. This multinational is based in Tokyo, the capital city of Japan. The company specializes in the manufacture of diesel powered engines after Isuzu sedans and compact cars registered dismal market performance. Isuzu has many subsidiary and joint ventures in Africa.

Foton- The Chinese new entrant

Foton minivan China 2012 04 15 Manufacturing Companies Making Headway in Africa

Among the upcoming auto manufacturers doing well in Africa.
Image Source: en.wikipedia.org

Leading the Chinese onslaught is Beiqi Foton Motor Company Ltd. The company specializes in making trucks, buses and agricultural machinery, and has made Africa a prime destination market. Founded only 17 years ago, the company has improved its presence in Africa over the last decade, winning the hearts of many car lovers in Africa. The company recently opened a plant in Nairobi’s Mlolongo area and started production.

Indian Mahindra makes a comeback

This Indian car is back with us again. Made by Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, simply M&M, the company has a subsidiary in South Africa, Mahindra South Africa, and deals with a wide range of engines from buses to motor cycles to SUVs to saloon cars pickups and other commercial cars. Mahindra made entrance to Africa before disappearing a little, but has now resurfaced.

The French Renault

Ruling the better part of North and West Africa, this French manufacturer has been operational since 1899. Renault today makes cars and vans after dropping the manufacture of tractors, trucks and vans. Renault is the proud maker of several models involved in racing and motor sport.

— Ngugi K.

Ngugi Karani, from Nairobi Kenya, has been writing for Afroautos since its inception. He believes that Africa needs better road transport for transformation. He writes on technology, development and cars. He is inspired by the spirit and passion of the African people to rise above all odds.

  • Previous story Why Africa Remains a Large Market For Second Hand Cars
  • Next story Types Of Shipping Methods For Cars

    Related Posts

  • what causes car turn over but not start
Image source:Reference.com What Causes Car Hard Start?
  • Image of road train Road Trains In the Australian Outback
  • Image of crash test Reasons Why Volvo Leads In Car Safety
  • Image of turbocharger Turbo or Non-Turbo? What Should You Buy?

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

*

*

HTML tags are not allowed.

  • About AfroAutos

    • Welcome to AfroAutos – Designed for Africa
  • Categories

    • Featured Articles
    • The African Autos
    • The Best…
    • News & Events
    • Trends & Opinions
    • Buying & Importing Cars
    • Development & Industry
    • Guest Post
  • Recent Posts

    • Total Car Cost When Importing Secondhand
    • Common Car Problems That Everyone Should Know How To Fix
    • What Causes Car Hard Start?
    • Road Trains In the Australian Outback
    • Five Things To Never Do in an Automatic Car
  • Contact Us

    afroautos looking for writers
  • Archives

    • December 2016 (1)
    • November 2016 (3)
    • October 2016 (3)
    • September 2016 (3)
    • August 2016 (4)
    • July 2016 (3)
    • June 2016 (2)
    • May 2016 (3)
    • April 2016 (3)
    • March 2016 (4)
    • February 2016 (2)
    • January 2016 (5)
    • December 2015 (7)
    • November 2015 (6)
    • October 2015 (5)
    • September 2015 (6)
    • August 2015 (7)
    • July 2015 (12)
    • June 2015 (12)
    • May 2015 (12)
    • April 2015 (12)
    • March 2015 (13)
    • February 2015 (12)
    • January 2015 (14)
    • December 2014 (15)
    • November 2014 (12)
    • October 2014 (13)
    • September 2014 (13)
    • August 2014 (13)
    • July 2014 (14)
    • June 2014 (12)
    • May 2014 (13)
    • April 2014 (13)
    • March 2014 (12)
    • February 2014 (12)
    • January 2014 (12)
    • December 2013 (12)
    • November 2013 (12)
    • October 2013 (12)
    • September 2013 (12)
    • August 2013 (12)
    • July 2013 (13)
    • June 2013 (12)
    • May 2013 (12)
    • April 2013 (7)
    • March 2013 (14)
    • February 2013 (11)
    • January 2013 (21)
    • December 2012 (20)
    • November 2012 (8)
    • October 2012 (14)
    • September 2012 (11)

© Copyright 2025 AfroAutos. Special thanks to BeForward Japan.
All images, music, and videos are copyrighted by their respective copyright owners.