AUTOFORUM

Lightstone Auto’s Signio platform

Nov, 28 2025, 13:57

Signio’s new integration capability gives alternative lenders options to access the dealer market

Longer term financing has become increasingly popular

Aug, 27 2025, 16:38

In 2025 the second most popular financing term at 10% of market share is now 96 months – the longest financing window on record according to Lightstone’s data.

F&I Star Reacher Awards 2025 recognise SA’s top Finance and Insurance professionals

May, 28 2025, 00:03

Lightstone Auto takes great pride in supporting and celebrating those who go above and beyond to serve both customers and their dealerships.

From idle data to competitive advantage

Nov, 21 2023, 21:13

By: Paul-Roux de Kock, Chief Analytics Officer at Lightstone

Lightstone trends in SA car preferences

Nov, 21 2023, 16:24

The automotive industry has witnessed a significant shift in consumer preferences over the years,

Gear change needed to accelerate auto manufacturing

Jul, 10 2023, 17:18

Comment by Pieter Wessels, Managing Director, Lightstone Auto

Top motor body repairers for 2022 celebrated at ECHOMBR ranking awards

Jun, 14 2023, 14:21

Lightstone Auto’s annual EchoMBR Ranking Awards celebrate Motor Body Repairers who have achieved excellence in customer service, as rated by the public

Affordability drives Light Vehicle sales rankings.

Jun, 14 2023, 14:15

Affordability appears to be driving new Light Vehicle (LV) sales, and the absence of a premium brand in South Africa’s Top 10 sellers underlines this reality

The rise and rise of Hybrid & Electric vehicle sales in the SA market

May, 25 2023, 22:35

New Hybrid & Electric Passenger vehicle sales, which includes Traditional Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid and Battery Electric vehicles, charged to 4 668 in 2022,

Declining new vehicle sales leads to less and older vehicles on the road

Aug, 04 2022, 16:42

New vehicle sales over the last decade have struggled to reach the levels enjoyed between 2005 and 2008, despite a bit of respite between 2012 and 2015.