HYUNDAI AUTOMOTIVE SOUTH AFRICA NAMED OFFICIAL VEHICLE PARTNER FOR THE 2025 SOUTH AFRICAN SPORTS AWARDS AND NATIONAL ARTS AND CULTURE AWARDS

Johannesburg, 19 August 2025 – Hyundai Automotive South Africa is proud to announce its official sponsorship and partnership, as the vehicle partner official for the 2025 South African Sports Awards as well as the 2nd National Arts and Culture Awards, set to take place at Sun City Superbowl, this weekend. As the exclusive sponsor, Hyundai will provide some of the brand’s award-winning SUV range and hybrid models, emphasizing comfort, style and cutting-edge technology. Guests will be chauffeured in Hyundai SANTA FEs, Hyundai PALISADEs, Hyundai TUCSONs as well as the Hyundai STARIAs ensuring dignitaries and nominees attending the prestigious celebration of South African sporting excellence, are transported in style, comfort and safety. This partnership reflects Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s ongoing commitment to supporting local talent, performance and national pride, values that are deeply rooted in the world of sport and synonymous with the Hyundai brand. “Sport is a powerful unifier that brings South Africans together, much like our vehicles connect people with moments that matter,” said Stanley Anderson, CEO of Hyundai Automotive South Africa. “By partnering with the South African Sports Awards, we are not only celebrating our nation’s top athletes but also reinforcing our dedication to progress, innovation and excellence, on and off the road.” In addition to the sports accolades, the company’s support of the National Arts and Culture Awards reflects the brand’s holistic vision of nurturing national pride through the recognition of artistic talent and cultural contribution. “At Hyundai, we believe that progress is not only about advanced mobility but also about advancement of diverse communities. Supporting platforms that honour artistic excellence aligns with our values of inclusion, innovation and nation-building. We are proud to play a role in recognising the individuals who inspire the nation through their creative contributions,” concluded Anderson. The Awards will be broadcast live on SABC 1 on Sunday, 24 August at 20h00.