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[TOP STORY] South Africans are stretching to afford new cars

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While affordability is deteriorating, women aged 35-45 are more inclined to buy a new vehicle and males tend to opt for used vehicles from the more established brands – Henry Botha from Absa Vehicle & Asset Finance.

23 Sep 2025 3AM English South Africa Business News · Business

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