The Sandton Times | Sandton Shines At BMW Group SA 2023 Retailer Of The Year Awards

BMW Group South Africa (BMW SA) recently honoured the outstanding achievements of its 48-strong retailer network at the 2023 Retailer of the Year Awards.

The event, held at The Capital Zimbali Resort in Durban, celebrated excellence across the BMW, MINI, and BMW Motorrad brands.

The event showcased exceptional performance in sales, financial services, customer support, and social responsibility.

In 2022, the BMW Group sold nearly 2.4-million passenger vehicles and more than 202’000 motorcycles worldwide.

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Among the notable winners were BMW Midrand, BMW Nelson Mandela Bay, MINI Midrand, and BMW Motorrad Montana, each clinching the coveted title of Retailer of the Year in their respective categories. Additionally, MINI Sandton emerged victorious for the second year running as the top performer in sales.

Peter van Binsbergen, CEO of BMW Group South Africa, commended the dedication and teamwork exhibited by the retailer network, emphasizing the brand’s culture of excellence. He expressed pride in the remarkable results achieved by the retailers, attributing their success to their hard work and unwavering support throughout the year.

The awards also spotlighted retailers excelling in various categories, with BMW Bryanston clinching the Social Responsibility award for its significant contributions to the educational needs of disadvantaged South African youth. Image: BMW Group South Africa

Matthew Vermaak, Dealer Principal at MINI Sandton, expressed gratitude for his team’s continuous passion and dedication, which propelled them to secure the MINI Sales Retailer of the Year award for the third consecutive year. Luke Dreyer, Dealer Principal at BMW Midrand, highlighted the team’s focus on building financial insight and ecosystems, resulting in consistent success in the financial services category.

The Retailer of the Year Awards looks to highlight the exceptional talent and dedication within BMW Group South Africa’s retailer network. By recognizing and celebrating excellence across various facets of their operations, BMW Group South Africa aims to reinforce its commitment to delivering unparalleled quality and service to its customers.

As the automotive industry continues to evolve, BMW Group South Africa remains at the forefront, driving innovation and setting new standards of excellence. Through initiatives like the Retailer of the Year Awards, the company reaffirms its position as a leader in the automotive sector, inspiring its retailer network to continuously strive for excellence and exceed expectations.