Government remains committed to the production of vehicles locally through the Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) says Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Bulelani Mangwanishe. “As the government, our commitment to local vehicle production is supported in our Industrial Policy Action Plan (IPAP) with a prime focus on adding value in the manufacturing and industrial sector. Export promotion, job creation and inclusive growth remain as the fundamentals of this policy,” said the Deputy Minister … [Read more...] about Government is committed to the automotive industry
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Beware the Confidence
A few weeks before the official start of the 2018 South African circuit racing season, the new Engen Polo Cup racing car was unveiled in Port Elizabeth. For the first time in the Engen Polo Cup’s 22 year history, the sixth generation Polo will be a GTI. The highly competitive Engen Polo Cup Series is a one-make series where performance is kept equal to provide entertaining and close motor racing, teams are limited to chassis setup and tyre pressures and the engine power is also … [Read more...] about Beware the Confidence
Uitenhage in the news: Hilux, Polo Vivo top 2017 new-vehicle sales charts yet again
Hilux, Polo Vivo top 2017 new-vehicle sales charts yet again: Both these vehicles will be produced in South Africa, at VWSA’s Uitenhage plant, in the Eastern Cape, as is the case with the current models. The Ranger and Hilux bakkies are also assembled in South Africa. Last year proved to be a mixed bag for the ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. ‘Dangerous’ criminals escape from Eastern Cape prison: The Department of Correctional Services has already launched an investigation into the escape … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: Hilux, Polo Vivo top 2017 new-vehicle sales charts yet again
Uitenhage in the news: DRIVEN: Volkswagen Polo 1,0 TSI Comfortline
DRIVEN: Volkswagen Polo 1,0 TSI Comfortline: Volkswagen SA, however, is bullish in its forecast, and as such has spent billions upgrading the plant in Uitenhage to build the new Polo for local and international consumption on a single line alongside the new Polo Vivo (which we’ll feature next month ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Several people arrested on drug charges: Police swooped on several drug dens and made a number of arrests on drug-related charges in Uitenhage and Joubertina at … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: DRIVEN: Volkswagen Polo 1,0 TSI Comfortline
Madibaz water polo teams ride crest of the wave
Madibaz water polo teams ride crest of the wave: Supplied Photo: Madibaz water polo coach Delaine Christian has made a big impact on the sport at Nelson Mandela University this year. After earning the women’s bronze medal at the University Sport South Africa week and capturing the Port Elizabeth men’s league title, the Madibaz Water Polo Club can look back on a highly satisfactory year. The successes over the past 11 months have provided a boost for the club, with coach Delaine … [Read more...] about Madibaz water polo teams ride crest of the wave
Uitenhage in the news: Is this the new Volkswagen Polo sedan (aka Virtus)?
Is this the new Volkswagen Polo sedan (aka Virtus)?: The outgoing Polo hatch (along with the prolonged lifecycle Polo Vivo) is built at VW SA’s plant in Uitenhage, and the sixth-generation five-door will be produced for the local market there, too. However, VW SA imports the current Polo Sedan from India ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. BONGANI’S LIFE ENDS IN DRIVE-BY SHOOTING: TWO men were killed during a shooting incident in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage on Monday afternoon. Bongani Makiva (30) … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: Is this the new Volkswagen Polo sedan (aka Virtus)?
Uitenhage in the news: New VW Polo to launch in early 2018 in South Africa
New VW Polo to launch in early 2018 in South Africa: Volkswagen South Africa will manufacture the car at the Uitenhage plant for domestic and export consumption. The local media is expecting the new VW Polo to launch with the 1.0 TSI engine which serves on the SA-spec VW Golf. With an evolutionary redesign ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Celebrate with a Heritage feast: “In 1806, part of the Malay community left Cape Town to settle in Uitenhage and later PE. They brought fragrant spices … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: New VW Polo to launch in early 2018 in South Africa
Uitenhage in the news: VWSA unveils next Polo generation to be produced in South Africa
VWSA unveils next Polo generation to be produced in South Africa: VWSA MD and chairperson Thomas Schäfer said earlier this year that the company would ramp up production of the new Polo at the Uitenhage plant, in the Eastern Cape, by the third quarter of the year. The Uitenhage plant currently produces the existing Polo ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. PARENTS FEAR HOLE WILL SWALLOW KIDS: Residents of Peace Village in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage, told Daily Sun the three-and-a-half metre deep … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: VWSA unveils next Polo generation to be produced in South Africa
Uitenhage in the news: VWSA unveils next Polo generation to be produced in South Africa
VWSA unveils next Polo generation to be produced in South Africa: VWSA MD and chairperson Thomas Schäfer said earlier this year that the company would ramp up production of the new Polo at the Uitenhage plant, in the Eastern Cape, by the third quarter of the year. The Uitenhage plant currently produces the existing Polo ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. PARENTS FEAR HOLE WILL SWALLOW KIDS: Residents of Peace Village in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage, told Daily Sun the three-and-a-half metre deep … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: VWSA unveils next Polo generation to be produced in South Africa
Uitenhage in the news: VW shows off new Polo to be produced in South Africa
VW shows off new Polo to be produced in South Africa: VWSA MD and chairperson Thomas Schäfer said earlier this year that the company will ramp up production of the new Polo at the Uitenhage plant, in the Eastern Cape, by the third quarter of the year. The Uitenhage plant currently produces the existing Polo ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Warning after cash heists: Police have urged people to rather transfer money electronically or swipe their bank cards instead of drawing cash from … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: VW shows off new Polo to be produced in South Africa
21 Years and 1 250 000 Polos
Thomas Schaefer, Chairman and Managing Director of Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) together with employees and management of vehicle assembly give thumbs up to welcome the 1 250 000th Polo produced at the Volkswagen’s Uitenhage manufacturing factory. The milestone also marked 21 years of the production of Polo in South Africa. The Uitenhage manufacturing factory produces Polo and Polo Vivo. Both models have been the best-selling passenger cars in South Africa since 2010. Polo is built for … [Read more...] about 21 Years and 1 250 000 Polos
Grahamstown in the news: Thrilling end to girls’ water polo contest
Thrilling end to girls’ water polo contest: Clarendon, Hudson Park and Stirling (East London), Pearson, Alexander Road and Collegiate (Port Elizabeth), Glenwood House (SWD), St Dominic’s (Johannesburg), Reddam House and Somerset College (Cape Town), DSG and Kingswood (Grahamstown) took part. Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. Boy finds rare dino tooth: They suggested Rice send photographs of the tooth to palaeontologist Robert Gess at the Albany Museum, in Grahamstown. Gess invited Ben and … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: Thrilling end to girls’ water polo contest
Uitenhage in the news: VWSA to build the new-generation Polo at Uitenhage
VWSA to build the new-generation Polo at Uitenhage: The Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) will build the new-generation Polo at its Uitenhage plant, in the Eastern Cape, confirms MD Thomas Schaefer. Production will start at the end of next year. The Uitenhage plant currently produces the existing Polo ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. South Africa: Human Settlements On Nelson Mandela Metro Housing Delivery: Contractors have been called in to establish their readiness. Joe Slovo - … [Read more...] about Uitenhage in the news: VWSA to build the new-generation Polo at Uitenhage
Water polo star makes waves as coach
Water polo star makes waves as coach by Eastern Cape – MyPR: Delaine Christian has been appointed assistant coach of the national U16 team that will be taking part in the Pan Pacific Youth Water Polo Festival in Auckland, New Zealand, from July 7 to 18. Photo: Supplied Finding a balance between studies, work, extracurricular activities and personal life is tough for most students. For Madibaz water polo star Delaine Christian, NMMU’s Sportswoman of the Year last year, it’s almost … [Read more...] about Water polo star makes waves as coach
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Volkswagen has expanded and enhanced the Polo Vivo model range with an introduction of a special edition, Polo Vivo Street, Style package and new exterior colours. Furthermore, the sporty Polo Vivo GT's exterior and interior features have been upgraded to give it contemporary looks and presence on the road. Polo Vivo Street special edition, which is only available in the hatch body variant, is offered with the 1.4 engine delivering 63kW of power. Polo Vivo Street can be distinguished with … [Read more...] about Streetwise Best Seller
