Industry AI Summary

Based on an analysis of recent customer reviews across the South African automotive industry, the sector is defined by a contrast between excellent individual service and inconsistent operational follow-through. Customers consistently praise the professionalism and knowledge of sales consultants, mechanics, and claims handlers by name. However, communication breakdowns, unresolved vehicle faults, and aftercare that disappears once a transaction is signed remain persistent frustrations across dealerships, service centres, manufacturers, and warranty providers alike.

Industry Strengths

  • Staff Professionalism & Conduct: Automotive professionals across all sub-groups are the industry's standout strength. Customers routinely name individual sales consultants, service advisors, and claims handlers, praising their patience, honesty, and genuine investment in finding the right outcome.

Best in Automotive

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Mit Mak Motors
#1 in Automotive
4.70|11,932 reviews
TrustIndex9.999992110993123
Avg Reply62h 9m
NPS81
Replied to 84.61538461538461% of negative reviews

Typically takes 48m to reply

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LiquidCapital
#2 in Automotive
4.17|8,787 reviews
TrustIndex9.845042749658004
Avg Reply4h
NPS42
Replied to 71.62162162162163% of negative reviews

Typically takes 8h 36m to reply

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Drive.co.za

Drive.co.za

Verified
#3 in Automotive
4.84|1,548 reviews
TrustIndex9.841340909090912
Avg Reply8h 59m
NPS64
Replied to 33.33333333333333% of negative reviews

Typically takes 8m to reply

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Gys Pitzer Motors
#4 in Automotive
4.76|2,040 reviews
TrustIndex9.737029914529915
Avg Reply912h 45m
NPS77
Replied to 66.66666666666666% of negative reviews

Typically takes 39607h 43m to reply

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Webuycars.co.za
#5 in Automotive
4.40|44,249 reviews
TrustIndex9.056893013014587
Avg Reply26h 3m
NPS-4
Replied to 93.54838709677419% of negative reviews

Typically takes 68h 31m to reply

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Cubbi

Cubbi

Verified
#6 in Automotive
4.63|457 reviews
TrustIndex8.858125
Avg Reply5h 41m
NPS87
Replied to 0% of negative reviews

Typically takes to reply

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Renew-It Durban
#7 in Automotive
4.70|2,426 reviews
TrustIndex8.736175213675214
Avg Reply64h 43m
NPS35
Replied to 94.44444444444444% of negative reviews

Typically takes 21h 32m to reply

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Renew-it Bedfordview
#8 in Automotive
4.39|2,989 reviews
TrustIndex8.568062015503875
Avg Reply25h 1m
NPS25
Replied to 88.88888888888889% of negative reviews

Typically takes 46h 2m to reply

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Woodford Car Hire
#9 in Automotive
4.19|10,965 reviews
TrustIndex8.523718820861678
Avg Reply207h 39m
NPS57
Replied to 93.10344827586206% of negative reviews

Typically takes 943h 7m to reply

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CBK Motors

CBK Motors

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#10 in Automotive
4.74|662 reviews
TrustIndex8.384615384615385
Avg Reply517h 23m
NPS100
Replied to 0% of negative reviews

Typically takes to reply

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Weelee

Weelee

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#11 in Automotive
4.56|6,107 reviews
TrustIndex8.180443285528032
Avg Reply17h 29m
NPS82
Replied to 89.74358974358975% of negative reviews

Typically takes 16h 20m to reply

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Pristine Motors
#12 in Automotive
4.83|1,118 reviews
TrustIndex8.088892773892773
Avg Reply149h 5m
NPS79
Replied to 33.33333333333333% of negative reviews

Typically takes 496h 5m to reply

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Koos and Mike Detailed Cars
#13 in Automotive
4.68|980 reviews
TrustIndex7.868148148148148
Avg Reply189h 13m
NPS100
Replied to 0% of negative reviews

Typically takes to reply

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Kilokor Motors
#14 in Automotive
4.73|1,874 reviews
TrustIndex7.843134502923977
Avg Reply121h 36m
NPS76
Replied to 33.33333333333333% of negative reviews

Typically takes 97h 42m to reply

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getWorth

getWorth

Verified
#15 in Automotive
4.47|1,112 reviews
TrustIndex7.639385964912281
Avg Reply53h 52m
NPS79
Replied to 100% of negative reviews

Typically takes 64h 17m to reply

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Chery Northcliff
#16 in Automotive
4.79|337 reviews
TrustIndex7.558970588235294
Avg Reply53h 5m
NPS33
Replied to 100% of negative reviews

Typically takes 139h 22m to reply

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Auto Investments Wonderboom
#17 in Automotive
4.79|755 reviews
TrustIndex7.473684210526316
Avg Reply42h 13m
NPS92
Replied to 100% of negative reviews

Typically takes 312h 15m to reply

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Signature Motors
#18 in Automotive
4.79|943 reviews
TrustIndex7.450352941176471
Avg Reply1220h 13m
NPS64
Replied to 0% of negative reviews

Typically takes to reply

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MotorHappy

MotorHappy

Verified
#19 in Automotive
3.83|1,690 reviews
TrustIndex7.447880434782609
Avg Reply35h 17m
NPS58
Replied to 90% of negative reviews

Typically takes 31h 40m to reply

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Chery Sandton
#20 in Automotive
4.76|316 reviews
TrustIndex7.317142857142857
Avg Reply85h 17m
NPS87
Replied to 100% of negative reviews

Typically takes 7h 40m to reply