Group1 Mahindra Blog

Welcome to the Group1 Mahindra blog

The Mahindra brand in South Africa has been gaining recognition and growing as a brand that offers good, quality, value-for-money vehicles to suit the needs and pockets of South African drivers. Welcome to the blog of Group1 Mahindra where will share reviews on the Mahindra range of vehicles, industry news and interesting motoring topics.


Mahindra Scorpio-N SUV Shows Real Grit On SA Terrain

Posted by on 17 May 2023 under Mahindra Scorpio N

The Mahindra Scorpio-N: Conquering The Toughest Terrains

The Mahindra Scorpio-N: Conquering The Toughest Terrains

In the world of off-road vehicles, only a few can stand up to the true test of rugged terrains, steep slopes and unpredictable elements. Mahindra, the Indian automotive giant, has delivered a standout with the Mahindra Scorpio-N – a tough, robust and reliable SUV equipped that can handle the harshest conditions. Recently, a daring expedition into the wilderness of South Africa put the Mahindra Scorpio-N to the ultimate test; a journey that has been recorded for all to witness on the Mahindra South Africa Official YouTube channel.


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Mahindra Delights EV Market With XUV400 (+ NEW Metaverse Platform!)

Posted by on 02 May 2023 under Mahindra XUV400

Mahindra XUV400 goes electric & virtual with XUV400verse

Mahindra XUV400 goes electric & virtual with XUV400verse

Mahindra and Mahindra recently unveiled an exciting VR platform, the XUV400verse, to promote its electric XUV400 in the virtual world. While the SUV will not likely be making its way to South African shores soon, its exceptional performance and cutting-edge technology are a testament to Mahindra’s commitment to developing sustainable mobility solutions.


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Mahindra Research Valley: A Beacon of Innovation

Posted by on 17 Apr 2023 under Mahindra

How Mahindra Research Valley Is Driving Innovation

How Mahindra Research Valley Is Driving Innovation

Mahindra Research Valley (MRV) has solidified its position as a leader in the automotive industry by securing a record 210 patents in six quarters. This impressive milestone highlights MRV’s unwavering commitment to developing cutting-edge technologies and sustainable solutions for the future of mobility. In this article, we will delve into the key areas of innovation that have propelled MRV to the forefront of automotive technology.


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Why You’ll LOVE Th New Mahindra Scorpio-N

Posted by on 24 Mar 2023 under Mahindra Scorpio N

Why You'll LOVE the new Mahindra Scorpio-N

Why You’ll LOVE the new Mahindra Scorpio-N

The new generation Mahindra Scorpio-N SUV raises the bar when it comes to mid-sized SUVs in South Africa with superior off-road capabilities, a sleek redesign as well as competitive price.


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A Comparison Of The Mahindra XUVs To Help You Choose Between The 300, 500 and 700

Posted by on 13 Mar 2023 under Mahindra XUV300, Mahindra XUV500, Mahindra XUV700

A Tough Choice - Mahindra XUV300, XUV500 or XUV700?

A Tough Choice – Mahindra XUV300, XUV500 or XUV700?

In the South African SUV market, there are three standout models from India. The Mahindra XUV300, 500 and 700 differ in size, but not in excellence.


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Mahindra South Africa’s Fastest-Growing Auto Brand

Posted by on 21 Feb 2023 under General

Mahindra Sales Tops Growth Charts in South Africa

Mahindra Sales Tops Growth Charts in South Africa

The team at Group1 Mahindra is proud to announce that NAAMSA, the most credible thought leader in the South African automotive industry, has revealed that Mahindra was the fastest-growing auto brand in RSA in 2022. According to the report, cumulative sales of over 75 000 units in 18 years put the Indian automaker at the top of the local ranks.


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Pride In Your Product – Anand Mahindra And His SUVs

Posted by on 16 Jan 2023 under Mahindra

Pride In Your Product – Anand Mahindra And His SUVs

 

Anand Mahindra is the chairperson of Mahindra & Mahindra, manufacturer of Mahindra cars, as well as active in aerospace, agribusiness, aftermarket, automotive, components, construction equipment, defence, energy, farm equipment, finance and insurance, industrial equipment, information technology, leisure and hospitality, logistics, real estate and retail.

He is a Harvard Business School graduate and was named one of the 25 most influential business people in Asia. He is very wealthy. He can drive whatever car he wants, and he chooses to drive the excellent SUVs his company makes. A man who believes in what he makes.


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Teamwork Makes The Dream Work: Mahindra + Charge Zone® = EV Success

Posted by on 15 Dec 2022 under Mahindra Electric Vehicles

Mahindra Partners With Charge Zone® To Power Next-Gen EVs

Mahindra Partners With Charge Zone® To Power Next-Gen EVs

Poised as it is to roll out its all-electric XUV 400 in India and other territories next year, Mahindra & Mahindra have been hard at work paving the way for supercharged success by partnering with Gujarat-based company Charge Zone® to establish a convenient network of charging points across 25 cities. This will include 10 000 km of a highway!


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Top Score In G-NCAP Crash Test For The XUV700

Posted by on 22 Nov 2022 under General, Mahindra News, Mahindra XUV700

Mahidnra XUV700 G-NCAP crash test

The new Mahindra XUV700 SUV scored the highest safety rating from G-NCAP

The big luxury Mahindra XUV700 SUV is so nearly in South Africa – you can already pre-order it, and many are doing so. If you’re not – you’ll miss out.

It was crowned Indian Car of the Year 2022, and critics around the world have given it rave reviews for being a great drive, a beautiful car, full of luxury features, and also very safe to travel in.

#SaferCarsForIndia campaign. There it achieved the highest combined safety score (Adult + Child) of any Indian vehicle tested thus far by G-NCAP.

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Everything You Need to Know About The ‘22 Pik Up Karoo Expedition

Posted by on 26 Oct 2022 under Mahindra Pik-Up

Everything You Need to Know About The ‘22 Pik Up Karoo Expedition

 

Don’t you just love it when a carmaker puts their creations to the ultimate test? This is exactly what Mahindra South Africa did when they sent their newly released Mahindra Pik Up Karoo DUSK, DAWN, and STORM vehicles on an uncharted 21-day adventure through three southern African countries.


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