November 11, 2021 - Heels & Horsepower Magazine

Isuzu announces Kgothatso “KG” Montjane as its new brand ambassador

vuyi on November 11, 2021

Press Release: Isuzu Motors South Africa

Isuzu Motors South Africa is excited to announce one of South Africa’s most accomplished athletes, Kgothatso “KG” Montjane, as its new brand ambassador.

The partnership between the long-standing Isuzu brand and the resilient sportswoman is a perfect match. The mobility agreement between one of the country’s top local motor manufacturers and the champion tennis player showcases Isuzu’s commitment to support South African legends across various fields of expertise to build a legacy of #IsuzuLegends.

“KG is an inspiration to us all. Isuzu Motors South Africa is proud to be associated with an athlete who is bold and limitless in pursuing her passion, and we look forward to this journey together,” said Mandlakazi Sigcawu, Department Executive Corporate & Public Affairs. “She is a true South African hero, who like Isuzu, has risen to challenges and proven success in the face of adversity.”

Montjane has been ranked the number one tennis player in Africa for 11 consecutive years and is South Africa’s first black women’s Wimbledon finalist in both the singles and doubles categories. She’s currently placed fifth in the world on the ITF World Wheelchair Tennis rankings.

“I’m thrilled to partner with Isuzu. The space and versatility of the Isuzu mu-X I will be driving suits my lifestyle and profession,” said Montjane. “For me it’s more than just a brand ambassadorship. I want to use this opportunity to inspire others to be brave and limitless in overcoming adversities. Always remember that no worthwhile journey is without its challenges. It’s the adventures on the rough roads that reach greatness.”

Born in Polokwane, Limpopo with a congenital birth defect, KG went through a single amputation below the knee at the age of 12. At 19 she began her tennis career when she received the equipment necessary to play wheelchair tennis, and never looked back as she progressed all the way to the world stage.

KG represented South Africa at the 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2020 Paralympics, became the first African player to compete in a wheelchair tennis Grand Slam at the 2013 Australian Open, and was the first black African woman to become a finalist at Wimbledon earlier this year.

Cost-Saving Offer For Hino 300 Buyers

vuyi on November 11, 2021

Press Release: Hint South Africa

Anyone buying a new Hino 300 medium truck before the end of 2021 will get a 50% discount on a Hino Care service plan covering the vehicle for three years or 100 000 km, whichever occurs first.

“This is an excellent opportunity for buyers in the medium truck category to save substantial amounts of money and enjoy peace of mind genuine Hino servicing if they choose to buy one of the models in the popular and comprehensive Hino 300 range,” explained Sudesh Sanilall, Hino South Africa’s Senior Manager for Customer Care and After Sales.

“The Hino 300 already operates at a competitive average of 21 cents/kilometre so a significant saving on the service plan will make this model an even more attractive proposition.

“Another saving that this special offer brings is a meaningful saving in uptime when a service is required. A Hino 300 on a Hino Care service plan has pre-authorised payment so it is possible to get same day service at a Hino dealership, whereas the usual process requires pre-authorisation before work can commence and then proof of payment is needed before the truck may be collected. This can take up to three days,” added Sanilall.

“The customer also benefits from servicing by a Hino trained technician using genuine parts with a two-year warranty, while more throughput in the workshop not only contributes to the sustainability of the dealership but also assists in customer retention, making this a win-win situation for the truck owner and the dealer.”

The current Hino 300 is a new model, introduced to South Africa earlier this year. The range comprises 12 models, ranging from 5.5 – 8.5-ton GVM with a choice of manual and automatic transmissions. The Hino 300 has consistently been one of the best selling medium trucks in South Africa for many decades, with the backing of a well-established, nationwide dealer network.