Welcome to the Group1 Mahindra blog
The Mahindra brand in South Africa has been gaining recognition and growing as a brand that offers good, quality, value-for-money vehicles to suit the needs and pockets of South African drivers. Welcome to the blog of Group1 Mahindra where will share reviews on the Mahindra range of vehicles, industry news and interesting motoring topics.Mahindra In RSA: Expanding Production To Meet Real Mzansi Needs
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 29 Oct 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra News
Mahindra In RSA: Expanding Production To Meet Real Mzansi Needs
South Africa’s automotive landscape has shifted into high gear; that much is for sure. For decades, big European and American brands dominated driveways, job sites, and dealership lots. Today, things look a little different. More and more South Africans are choosing Asian brands, especially those that offer real value for their hard-earned rands.
Mahindra South Africa Launches Advanced Vehicle Assembly Plant In Durban
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 09 Oct 2025 under General, Mahindra, Mahindra News
Mahindra South Africa Opens Advanced Vehicle Assembly Plant in Durban
Mahindra South Africa has officially opened its new state-of-the-art Vehicle Assembly Facility at the Dube TradePort Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in KwaZulu-Natal. The facility, located near Mahindra’s original Durban assembly site, opened in 2018, represents a significant expansion as Mahindra enters its third decade in South Africa.
Why The Mahindra Pik Up SC SMF System Is A Total Game Changer
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 30 Sep 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra Pik-Up
Why The Mahindra Pik Up SC SMF System Is A Total Game Changer
Mzansi knows bakkie life. From construction sites in Joburg to farms in the Free State and logistics yards in Durban, a bakkie isn’t just a vehicle, it’s a work partner.
Riding The Wave Of Change: Mahindra’s Role In Globalisation 2.0
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 10 Sep 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra Electric Vehicles, Mahindra News
Riding The Wave Of Change: Mahindra’s Role In Globalisation 2.0
If one needed a single sentence to capture the spirit of our times, Mahindra Chairman Anand Mahindra put it best in the company’s FY25 Integrated Annual Report by quoting Bob Dylan: “The times, they are a-changing.” He notes that the “old order: social, political, and economic has been rudely shaken, and a new one has not quite emerged.”
Mahindra Unveils The Unflappable BE 6 Batman Edition
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 28 Aug 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra Concept Vehicles, Mahindra News
Mahindra Unveils The Unflappable BE 6 Batman Edition
“It’s not who I am underneath, but what I do, that defines me.” ~ The Batman
Driving Rhino Conservation Forward With Mahindra SA & Kevin Pietersen
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 13 Aug 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra News
Driving Rhino Conservation Forward With Mahindra SA & Kevin Pietersen
South Africa’s rhino population has a powerful new ally. Mahindra South Africa has joined forces with cricket legend Kevin Pietersen’s SORAI (Save Our Rhinos Africa India) initiative, bringing grit, wheels, and unwavering commitment to the fight against poaching. It’s a partnership that blends cutting-edge automotive capability with heartfelt conservation, and it’s happening right here in our own backyard.
Mahindra’s Bold Leap With Its New India Design Studio
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 29 Jul 2025 under General, Mahindra, Mahindra News
Mahindra’s Bold Leap With Its New India Design Studio
Mahindra has always been a name that resonates with rugged reliability and innovation, but now the brand is stepping up its game in a way that’s set to leave an indelible mark on global automotive design.
Mahindra Breaks Records Again In South Africa’s Fast Lane
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 09 Jul 2025 under General, Mahindra, Mahindra News
Mahindra Breaks Another Sales Record in South Africa
South Africa’s love affair with Mahindra just hit another high note. For the second time this year, Mahindra has smashed its own sales record, clocking an incredible 2253 vehicle sales in March 2025. That’s a leap of nearly 40% from February and a clear sign that South Africans are backing this brand in a big way. But behind the big numbers is an even bigger story, one of trust, growth, local investment, and a shared vision for the road ahead.
Facelifted Mahindra XUV700 Peeped Ahead Of 2026 Launch
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 26 Jun 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra News, Mahindra XUV700, New Car Launches
Facelifted Mahindra XUV700 Peeped Ahead Of 2026 Launch
Last week, sharp‑eyed spotters in India filmed a heavily camouflaged XUV700 prototype weaving through city traffic. Even under all that black cladding, it was easy to see the broad stance we already know, but look closer and the grille tells a new story: the vertical slats now tilt back slightly, giving the nose a prouder chest‑out posture.
Thar Roxx Rumblings: Mahindra’s Five-Door Trail Tamer Might Hit SA Soon
Posted by Group1 Mahindra on 12 Jun 2025 under Mahindra, Mahindra News, New Car Launches
There’s a rumble coming from Mahindra’s design studios, and it’s the sound of evolution. Enter the Thar Roxx! A bold, five-door iteration of the already iconic Thar SUV. Recently launched in India to much fanfare, the Thar Roxx might just be on track to bring its unmistakable blend of rugged confidence and modern tech to South Africa.
