Where Have All The Hatchbacks Gone? – Why SA Has Moved Towards Compact SUVs
Hatchbacks have long been the beating heart of the South African car market. Volkswagen, in particular, held a large chunk of the market with…
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Hatchbacks have long been the beating heart of the South African car market. Volkswagen, in particular, held a large chunk of the market with models such as the CitiGolf, Polo and Golf. These vehicles were the gold standard, the benchmark by which all other hatchbacks were measured. Their success wasn’t lost on other luxury brands. […]
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