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MEET RUTH MATTHEWS, THE WOMEN BEHIND THE WHEEL AT CMH ISUZU EAST RAND

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Ruth is the New Vehicle Sales Manager at CMH East Rand Isuzu. She has been in the motor industry for over 25 years and has been allowed to work in every department within the motor industry and she loves the diversity of it.

Ruth Matthews

While she has received various accolades, her greatest achievements are when new people join the industry as a blank canvas and through coaching and mentoring, they grow and succeed.

Ruth Matthews New Vehicle Sales Manager

Targets and overachieving those targets drive Ruth. In the end, the question isn’t how she will reach the target, but how she will beat it. She challenges herself daily and is always looking for new opportunities to better herself, her staff, and the dealership.

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Ruth is a Wife, Mom, and a Granny, as we celebrate women this month, we celebrate women like her who are unapologetic about being themselves, a woman that can navigate her ambitions and talents. A woman who can find her happiness and build her success. Women are now finding their voices and pushing boundaries through strength and strong female support systems that encourages them to do better and be better.

CMH Isuzu East Rand New Car Team

CMH Isuzu East Rand would like to applaud all the women in motoring industry, it is not as easy as it looks… But because we are women we soldier on and strive for the best.

CMH ISUZU EAST RAND: OVERALL PERFORMANCE ACHIEVERS AWARDS

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CMH Isuzu East Rand had their second overall performance achievers awards on 17 June 2021. All the employees gathered for the announcement of the overall performance achievers in various departments. This initiative is to encourage employees and show hard work and dedication does not go unnoticed.

Employee recognition in the workplace must be a vital part of a company’s culture. In today’s work environment, companies with more satisfied and engaged employees know when to compromise and when to stand firm. These companies have excellent interpersonal skills and a larger professional network.

It’s always the little things you do that make a big difference in the workplace, every time you acknowledge an employee for their efforts, it raises the bar for others to achieve. Therefore, we as a dealership felt the need to show our gratitude as a token of appreciation, though the decision wasn’t an easy one as only a few had to be nominated.

These employees amongst others work tirelessly well under pressure and can calmly analyse and solve problems as the Motor Industry requires hard work and dedication, therefore with focus and teamwork, it makes it very pleasurable for all of them.

Visit CMH ISUZU EAST RAND for award-winning New and Used car sales, Parts & Workshop Services!

CMH ISUZU EAST RAND: HOME OF SOUTH AFRICA’S MOST LOVED BRAND

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Ever wondered why Isuzu is SA’s Top Brand? Well, this Bakkie is a true living testimony.

The Owner of this Isuzu KB300 single cab, Mr Hunter, bought this bakkie brand new in 2005 when he started his business. Believe it or not, 16 years later he is still driving it.

The speedometer stopped working a year ago at 728 166km, which means that it could be just over 900 000km by now, he was heartbroken that he eventually had to trade it in after so many years because of the clutch.

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This Bakkie may have dents and scratches here and there but that did not prevent it from working twice as hard.

Isuzu Bakkies are known to be the kind of bakkies that will never let you down, no matter how tough the job. This was one of the reasons why Mr Hunter never parted ways with his workhorse.

The cost of this vehicle was R179 000 when he bought it in 2005 and we can now put the statement in the pictures as a prime example of a very well-loved vehicle that became a best friend.

Visit CMH Isuzu East Rand if you are in the market for a bakkie that can be used as a workhorse or a weekend warrior, without breaking a sweat and still provide maximum durability, reliability, and capability.

CMH ISUZU EAST RAND: WE ARE, BECAUSE OF YOU!

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CMH Isuzu East Rand has been operating since 2003, we strive to offer you, our valued customers the world-class service no matter what your motoring needs.

CMH Isuzu East Rand New Department

Our Isuzu New Car Department is ready to serve you, whether it be personal or business. They will offer you the best advice and assist you through the buying process.

CMH Isuzu East Rand Used Car Department

Our pre-owned department has a large variety of top-class cars to suit any budget.

Finance Department

Our Finance & Insurance managers are highly trained in assisting you with your finance requirements, with options that are best suited for you or your business.

Service Department

Our service department is always bustling, ensuring that you and your vehicle receive the highest level of service and expertise.

Parts Department

Supported by our Parts department who strive to make sure that your parts are here on time.

CMH Isuzu East Rand Workshop Department

Our success lies in our dedicated staff who are all trained and equipped to serve you our customer, from our frontline staff to our sales staff, our technical team to drivers and cleaners and managers alike. We all know how important you are to us and we strive to make you part of our family and assist in any way possible.

CMH Isuzu East Rand is situated at 143 North Rand Road, Beyers Park, Boksburg, and our operating times are as follows:

  • New & Pre-Owned Sales Department:
    Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
  • Service Department:
    Monday – Friday 7am – 5pm
  • Parts Department:
    Monday – Friday 7:30am – 5pm
  • Saturdays:
    New & Pre-owned Sales 8am – 1pm
    Service 8am – 11am
    Parts 8am – 12pm

CMH Isuzu Umhlanga’s Off-Roading for Dummies Guide!

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Dreaming of those off-roading adventures with your brand-new Isuzu 4X4 but not quite the expert yet? Fear not! CMH Isuzu Umhlanga brings you our “Off-Roading for Dummies” guide! We want you to make the most of your new bakkie. And with this simple guide of the do’s and don’ts for any adventure, you will soon be driving with confidence and ease. Like many great adventurers, one must plan properly! Have your route mapped out, emergency supplies packed and have enough rest to ensure you remain alert and ready to tackle any challenge you may encounter. Supplies like first aid, snacks and fuel could be lifesaving! Now that we have made sure we are stocked up; it is time to embark on our mighty trip… But is your bakkie ready? Here are a few things to check on your bakkie before you embark on this journey:

Tyre Tread

To ensure your vehicle has a good grip on the ground, it is important to have the correct tyre tread, a deep tyre tread with spaces between the lugs allows for your tyres to grip onto the ground while also not letting mud get stuck between the grooves of the tread. All terrain tyres are a great option for adventures in any setting, be it mud, snow or your regular city roads.

Tyre Pressure

Having the correct tyre pressure is certainly vital to your travel, knowing the correct tyre pressure for the terrain you are travelling on is important. For instance, a softer terrain like mud or sand requires a lower tyre pressure, which increases the amount of traction your vehicle has, allowing you to safely navigate your journey.

Brakes

We think this one speaks for itself! Great! Now that you and your vehicle are prepped and ready, let us talk about technique! While we are not saying you must be a 4X4 expert, but you do need to know how to finesse your bakkie through some rough roads, and what better way to learn how than to take an off-roading course like the ones offered at the Isuzu Driving Academy! But for now, here is some advice we can offer to enhance your skills:
  • Manage your speed, exploring must be savored, and keeping a slow speed in muddy or soft roads allows your vehicle to maintain its grip and allow you to pass through loose rocks or logs smoothly.
  • Drive straight down ruts and steep hills to avoid having your vehicle slide or roll over, if you feel your vehicle is sliding, try to turn the vehicle around and go down the side you are sliding down. Stop! If you are close to an edge, switch your vehicle off, make sure your seat belts are on and call for help.
  • Survey the road ahead and always try to make sure you know what is in your path before you encounter it, this will allow you to prepare how you will follow through the obstacle. When it comes to crossing ditches, logs or boulders, cross at an angle so that one tyre goes over at a time and the other three can assist with traction and force needed to get over these obstacles.
Off-Roading We think we have given you enough basics to set you off on your next big adventure. We know you will have the best time with your more than capable Isuzu, built to last and built for to be enjoyed! If you are still not feeling confident to take on the open roads of South Africa, contact the experts at CMH Isuzu Umhlanga on 031 582 6350 or www.umhlangaisuzu.co.za and we’d be more than happy to advise you on your next trip!

The Rest is History!

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It’s the year 1949 and The Tokyo Automobile Company has just been renamed Isuzu Motors Limited, the fans go wild and the rest is sweet, sweet history! Isuzu Motors Limited Here at CMH Isuzu Umhlanga we’re passionate about the brand we’re a part of and the vehicles we get to deliver to you. Isuzu is a rich part of Japanese heritage and has grown expansively over the last 80yrs! Here’s a brief overview of Isuzu history for you so you can be confident that you’re purchasing only the best the next time you drive off in a brand-new Isuzu from us! From Japan’s first V8 water cooled diesel engine in 1950 to the strapping D-Max range launched in 2017, Isuzu has been making waves since the very start! Famous for their efficient, economical and reliable vehicles, the globally acclaimed manufacturers have brought out some knock-outs since their inception in 1937. The first vehicle introduced to South Africa in 1979 was the KB Range which went on to be South Africa’s bestselling one-ton bakkie for two consecutive years! 1993 saw the launch of the first double cab and need we say more? Over the next two decades Isuzu launched six KB ranges, broke world-wide records in 2010 at the 72hr Endurance Challenge, launched The Isuzu Off-Road Academy in 2011 where adventure fanatics could enhance their skills and rolled out limited edition bakkies in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2019 with the Midnite Special Edition, Serengeti Special Edition, X-Rider Limited Edition and the X-Rider Black Limited Edition respectively, Isuzu has certainly kept us enthralled! It’s safe to say Isuzu is a brand that never ceases to amaze, the latest D-Max range being an unrivalled addition to the South African bakkie market with its bold looks, super performance and competitive pricing! We now host a full range of 33 vehicles, offering workhorses, chassis cabs, extended cabs, double cabs, 4X2, 4X4, manuals and automatics and even the Isuzu MU-X our highly capable SUV! With such an impressive range under our belts and a team ready to tackle any challenge, CMH Isuzu Umhlanga is a dealership that prides ourselves on our commitment to our remarkable customer service in both sales and after-sales. We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful dealership, showcasing our extraordinary vehicles, giving you info on the thrilling things we have lined up and making your delivery a moment to revel in!