ISUZU Motors South Africa
The ISUZU WFR long-wheelbase high-roof panel van and 16-seater minibus were introduced to South Africa. Introduction of the 4th Generation ISUZU KB Pick-up. ISUZU KB was the top selling one-ton pick-up in South Africa for two years in a row.
2014
The ISUZU N-Series in its 5th Generation is launched in South Africa for the first time.
The ISUZU KB single cab is number one in the workhorse one-ton diesel segment of the market.
ISUZU launches the Limited Midnite Edition model powered by the 3.0-litre D-TEQ diesel engine with a limited production run of 500 units.
The last 5th Generation ISUZU KB rolls off the line at the Struandale Manufacturing plant.
ISUZU introduces the X-Rider Special value model in both Extended and Double Cab and was based off the KB250 Hi-Ride 4X2.
2022
ISUZU changes the popular ISUZU bakkie name and badge from KB to D-MAX Name changes also came with the introduction of the six-speed automatic transmission on the 3.0-Litre LX models.
Supplying knocked down ISUZU D-MAX pick-up kits for assembly in Kenya. The first intra-continental regional trade exchange of its kind for ISUZU on the continent.
Officially launched the all-new 7th generation D-MAX bakkie and commenced mass production.
Overall Manufacturer of the Year at the Southern African Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association Manufacturer of the Year Awards.
2021
ISUZU KB sets a new world record at the 72 Hour Endurance challenge at Gerotek.
2020
Launch of the 6th Generation ISUZU for retail in Left Hand and Right Hand drive markets in Africa.
2015
The ISUZU F-Series in its 5th Generation is launched in South Africa for the first time.
The first-generation ISUZU mu-X is launched for the first time in South Africa.
Appointment of Billy Tom as the CEO and Managing Director of ISUZU Motors South Africa
2019
R500 million investment into tooling and facilities for the new ISUZU KB.
First 6th Generation ISUZU comes off the line in February.
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2018
1982
Seven new products were launched among them was the 5th Generation ISUZU KB.
ISUZU Motors South Africa is stablished on 1 January 2018, the first a wholly-owned subsidiary of ISUZU Motors Limited outside of Japan.
Launch of the ISUZU Off-Road Academy in South Africa.
2012
1999 The third generation ISUZU KB Pick-Up launched - first new body shape built by Delta.
ISUZU became the vehicle and logistics support to the SAPS for Operation Rachel, to support the eradication of illegal firearms Mozambique.
1997
Introduction of ISUZU Commercial & Truck - phase out of Chev Commercial Vehicles at GMSA.
General Motors South Africa (GMSA) MD, Mr Slocum announces association with ISUZU of Japan.
The ISUZU Frontier 5-Door wagon was added to the ISUZU line-up in South Africa.
2010
1998
The first KB double-cabs were introduced into the range for the KB260 LE 4x4 and KB280DT. Which was an industry first.
2007
The first ISUZU KB40 diesel bakkie was manufactured in South Africa at the Struandale plant in Port Elizabeth. It soon became one of South Africa’s top selling bakkies.
New F-series ISUZU truck range was successfully launched in South Africa.
Launch of the Turbo Blazer version of the KB, which marked the first time a South African manufacturer had introduced a turbocharged petrol-engine bakkie.
1989
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1987
GMSA launched the second-generation ISUZU KB pick-up. The KB25 lwb and KB41
The first ISUZU KB came off the production line at GMSA, Kempston Road plant.
1971
ISUZU KB’s become the first pick-ups to feature rack and pinion steering as well as independent front suspension.
1993
ISUZU SBR422 launched- high speed direct injection diesel engine medium trucks set new standards for performance and economy.
1979
1975
First model introduced in South Africa - LUV 1 ton pick under the Chevrolet name.
ISUZU Motors South Africa celebrating heritage month means reflecting on our past as we boldly look towards building the future.
1981
The name ISUZU first appears in South Africa.
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With you for the long run
ISUZU consolidates its Bakkie and Truck operations. ISUZU Motors of Japan confirmed that it will be investing R1.2 billion into the next generation bakkie programme in South Africa, while an additional total local content value of R2.8 billion will be generated through the lifecycle of the programme.
Launched the new ISUZU mu-X. Celebrates eight consecutive years of the number one position in the medium commercial truck segment and the heavy commercial market. Announced as the Overall Manufacturer of the Year Southern African Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association Manufacturer of the Year Awards for second consecutive year.