DID YOU KNOW DUCATI EXISTS UNDER THE VAG GROUP? NOW VWGA TAKES OVER MANAGING DUCATI IN SA.
Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) has officially taken the reins of Ducati’s local retail operations in South Africa, effective 1 January 2025. This move cements Ducati as the fourth brand under the VWGA umbrella, joining Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. Announced at VWGA’s annual media event in Kariega, the addition of Ducati marks a bold diversification of the company’s brand portfolio. With this transition, VWGA will oversee the importation, retail operations, and distribution of Ducati motorcycles, as well as parts and accessories, ensuring South African Ducatisti continue to receive world-class service and support. “Ducati is a premium international motorcycle brand with a strong and proud heritage,” said Simphiwe Nghona, Head of Sales and Marketing at VWGA. “Over the years, it has built a loyal and passionate client base in South Africa, and we are excited to take the brand forward. We’re confident that Ducati riders - both current and future - will benefit from our established sales and after-sales processes, as well as our extensive dealer network.” VWGA has ambitious plans to expand Ducati’s footprint, integrating the brand into three key dealer sites across South Africa. The existing approved retailer in Gauteng remains, while a new Ducati retailer has been appointed in Cape Town within an established Audi dealership. Plans are also underway to secure a retailer in Durban, ensuring Ducati’s presence in KwaZulu-Natal.
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