From left to right: Sharné Woods (Senior Manager Corporate Communications), Luvuyo Mbolekwa (Vice President Finance, IT and Subsidiaries), Lebogang Makoloi (Department Executive Corporate Affairs), Ziphindiwe Ngcobo (Department Executive Marketing), Celestin Ndhlovu (Vice President Planning, Marketing and Corporate Affairs), Luaneta Logie (Department Executive Human Capital), Craig Uren (Senior Vice President Revenue Generation SACU Markets) and Komane Pitso (Senior Vice President Commercial Operations).
ISUZU MOTORS South Africa (ISUZU) received awards in three categories at the prestigious 2024 naamsa, the Automotive Business Council, Accelerator Awards held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on Friday, 18th October 2024. The Awards include the Transformation Performance Award, Heavy and Medium Commercial vehicles of the year for New Vehicle Sales for the F-series and N-series respectively; and a recognition for the contribution made to society in the advancement and development of local communities.
Billy Tom, President of ISUZU, expressed the company’s pride in these achievements: “We are deeply honoured by the recognition from naamsa. These awards reflect the tireless efforts of the entire ISUZU team, whose dedication to producing high-quality vehicles and driving societal leadership in various transformation initiatives is unwavering. It is testament to our commitment in empowering local communities and maintaining high levels of industry excellence.”
The WesBank Transformation Performance Award, for maintaining an industry leading B-BBEE Level 1 amongst local Manufacturing OEMs, which the company has held for five consecutive years, reaffirms ISUZU’s leadership in creating sustainable business practices and fostering inclusivity and diversity throughout the value chain. This accolade celebrates ISUZU's active role in driving socio-economic transformation and driving positive change both within ISUZU and in the broader communities.
Celebrating its vehicle victories, ISUZU’s N-Series continues to dominate in the medium commercial vehicle space. This award reaffirms the N-Series’ remarkable versatility, dependability, and performance, which have made it a favourite among customers for many years in the Medium Commercial Vehicle category.
Equally, the ISUZU F-Series’ recognition as Heavy Commercial Vehicle of the Year reaffirms the brand's stronghold in the heavy truck segment. Its robust performance, superior quality, and reliability have made it a standout choice for businesses requiring heavy-duty transport solutions.
ISUZU received a recognition award for the contribution made to society in the advancement and development of local communities. As a responsible corporate citizen, ISUZU MOTORS South Africa is committed to playing a societal leadership role with a focus on education, community development and conservation.
Billy Tom added, “These awards are not just a testament to our product quality but also to our overarching commitment to transformation, sustainability, and the betterment of our local communities. As we continue to push boundaries, we remain dedicated to producing vehicles that meet the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.”
The 2024 naamsa Accelerator Awards remain one of the most significant events in the South African automotive calendar, celebrating the best performers across various categories. This year’s awards placed a strong emphasis on transformation and sustainability, key pillars that resonate deeply with ISUZU’s core values.
With these victories, ISUZU continues its journey toward creating a lasting impact not only through its product offerings but also through its unwavering support for South African communities.
For media inquiries and interview requests please contact:
Sharne’ Woods, Corporate Communications Senior Manager
Phone: +27 76 785 5090 | sharne.woods@isuzu.co.za
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 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 .
