South Africa's automotive industry is a cornerstone of the economy, with major manufacturers like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Ford, and Nissan operating local plants. V & S Freight provides specialised freight forwarding and customs clearing services for the automotive sector.
Automotive Services
Vehicle Import/Export
- Car shipping via RoRo and containerised methods
- Complete customs clearance including duty (25%) and VAT (15%) calculation
- NRCS compliance and letter of authority assistance
- Full import guide for vehicles →
OEM Parts & Components
- Sea freight and air freight from Germany, Japan, China, India
- Just-in-time delivery to production lines
- HS code classification for auto parts (Chapter 87)
- Bonded and warehousing for buffer stock
Aftermarket Parts
- Import of aftermarket accessories and parts
- Consolidated LCL or FCL shipments
- Distribution to dealerships and parts retailers nationally
Tyre and Rubber Products
- Container shipping of tyres and rubber components
- Tariff verification (anti-dumping duties may apply on some origins)
South Africa's Automotive Industry
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Contribution to GDP | ~4.9% |
| Annual vehicle production | ~600,000 units |
| Top manufacturers | BMW, Mercedes, Toyota, VW, Ford, Nissan |
| Main production areas | Port Elizabeth, East London, JHB/Rosslyn |
| Key export markets | Europe, Africa, Asia |
How We Support Automotive Logistics
- Fast customs clearance — Minimise production line disruption from delayed parts
- Air freight for emergency parts — next-flight-out service through King Shaka or OR Tambo
- Regular sea freight schedules — Planned container imports coordinated with production schedules
- Road freight — Port-to-factory delivery and inter-plant transfers
- Cross-border — Vehicle exports to SADC markets
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