Скачать или смотреть The Challenges and Opportunities for a South African Car Dealer | Brandon Cohen - Nada Chairperson

In this episode of the Cars.co.za podcast, we sit down with Brandon Cohen, Chairperson of the National Automobile Dealers' Association (NADA) in South Africa. We dive deep into the current state of the South African motoring industry, discussing key topics such as:

DealerCon 2025, where the future of South African automotive retail takes shape. In a landscape defined by rapid changes and dramatic shifts in customer expectations, it brings together dealership leaders, OEMs, and fintech innovators to turn strategic insight into real-world action.
https://dealercon.cars.co.za/

The biggest challenges and opportunities for dealerships. Brandon shares insights from the front lines of the dealership network, highlighting the impact of consumer financial strain and the growing presence of new brands [00:46].

Key findings from the annual DSI Survey. Learn which areas dealerships should be focusing on and how the market is shifting [01:42].

The significance of DealerCon 2025. Brandon explains why this event is crucial for the dealer community and NADA's role in bringing industry leaders together [02:37].

The strategic collaboration between NADA and Absa. Discover how this partnership aims to strengthen the South African automotive dealership ecosystem [03:26].

Adapting to market shifts. We discuss the changing dynamics of the used car market, new vehicle sales pressures, and evolving consumer credit patterns [06:05].

The importance of belonging to an association like NADA. Brandon explains how NADA serves as a vital resource for dealerships in a challenging and competitive market [09:29].

The future of the dealership model. We explore the evolving relationship between dealers and OEMs and what the industry might look like in 2026 and beyond [11:32].

This episode offers valuable insights for anyone involved in or interested in the South African automotive industry.