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Mahindra's new Pik Up: Tried and Tested

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There are a few great things to come from India. Besides historical monuments like the Taj Mahal, Sachin Tendulkar, and a vast range of delectable spicy dishes, they have a hidden gem in Mahindra. The brand first placed its roots in South Africa back in 2004, delivering its first offerings to the public with the Bolero Pik-up and seven-seater Scorpio SUV. In 2020, they’re launching the automatic version of their popular Pik Up bakkie, called the S11. South Africa is the first country on a global scale to launch the bakkie officially and, with that, reaffirms Mahindra's good standing locally. After tough years in the beginning stages, Mahindra has become the fastest-growing OEM brand in the country, with a 28.7% growth in 2019. What a milestone and needless to say, they have gone from strength to strength. The Mahindra Pik Up was first introduced back in 2017, very much a new kid on the block. When you think bakkie, the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger comes to mind as they a