Guide to Tata in South Africa

Tata Motors first entered the automotive market in 1954 following a joint venture with Daimler‑Benz to help manufacture their vehicles. In 1991, Tata Motors developed their first vehicle, the SUV Sierra, launched to take advantage of the growing international taste for SUVs. Tata Motors followed this up with the Estate, a station wagon designed for the Indian market. The Indica was Tata's launchpad into the international scene and its success allowed Tata Motors and the Tata Group to acquire stakes in various other companies such as Daewoo, a Korean commercial vehicle manufacturer, and Hispano Carrocera, a Spanish bus manufacturer. Today, Tata Motors is an international powerhouse, owning several companies including the luxury‑focused Jaguar Land Rover Group.

The Tata Bolt is the brand's only passenger vehicle in our local market. It is available in hatchback and sedan, with an array of specification levels, and is marketed to the budget‑conscious driver. Stated by Tata as being 'feature‑packed', the Bolt offers a lot in terms of technology to make driving a pleasure. Daytime running lights, fog lights, and LED indicators improve the car's visibility, while the funky and colourful styling makes Bolt drivers stand out. The Bolt also offers a 13cm infotainment system powered by HARMAN and includes advanced voice activation technology. USB and Bluetooth connectivity ensure a constant media stream through the four‑speaker sound system. All of this can be adjusted through the multi‑functional steering wheel controls. The Tata Bolt retails from R159,995.