As the production shift ended on 31 March 2026 at the Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf) manufacturing plant, a defining milestone in the company’s history was achieved. During this financial year, IMSAf recorded a significant 21% year-on-year increase in production volumes for both the ISUZU D-MAX bakkie and ISUZU Trucks, with over 27,400 ISUZU D-MAX bakkies and more than 3,800 ISUZU Trucks produced at the plant to meet the growing needs of customers across the African continent.
This isn’t a story of a sudden surge; it is the culmination of a consistent journey of building trust. While hitting record production volumes, ISUZU has simultaneously retained its position as South Africa’s No. 1 medium- and heavy-commercial vehicle brand for the 13th year in a row. This achievement is not an isolated event but rather a reflection of sustained customer trust built through consistency, reliability and lifecycle value
This milestone reflects a multi-year trend of growth, a measured, deliberate response to sustained market demand that signals confidence in the ISUZU brand and in the future of automotive manufacturing in South Africa. The achievement is grounded in disciplined execution and responsible business development, ensuring that growth never comes at the expense of quality or reliability. By aligning production with actual market needs, IMSAf demonstrated its ability to scale while maintaining its reputation as a long-term manufacturing partner.
“Records are built on more than just machinery and equipment; they are built on the discipline of our people and the loyalty of our customers across the continent,” said Dominic Rimmer, Executive Vice President for Manufacturing and Product Engineering at Isuzu Motors South Africa. “Every record-breaking vehicle that leaves our production line represents a promise kept to our customers. We aren't just chasing volumes; we are expanding responsibly to move the world for those who keep our economies moving. The success of this financial year is rooted in the collective effort, skills, and commitment of the IMSAf workforce; supported by strong systems and operational discipline."
This people-centred approach is anchored in the core ISUZU value of Mutual Growth, where long-term business success is built through shared progress with employees, partners and the communities the brand serves.
By maintaining this steady momentum and building on the solid performance of previous years, IMSAf continues to play a critical role in the broader African market. As the company looks ahead, this milestone stands as a factual marker of operational capability and a commitment to Moving The World—For You.
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About Isuzu Motors South Africa
Isuzu Motors South Africa is a wholly owned subsidiary of Isuzu Motors Limited of Japan. Isuzu has had a presence in South Africa since 1964, when the first commercial vehicles entered the market, which was soon followed by the introduction of light commercial vehicles in 1972. The brand’s popularity grew and resulted in local production of Isuzu light commercial vehicles in 1978. Today, Isuzu remains one of South Africa’s leading commercial vehicle brands and has become renowned for its durability and reliability. For more information on Isuzu products visit www.isuzu.co.za
