Diesel-Electric Group listed by the LockBit ransomware group

Overview

The LockBit ransomware group has listed the Diesel-Electric Group, a South African automotive group including Bosch Service Dealers and e-CAR Service Centers, on its leak site. The listing appeared on 26 February 2026.

What was published

The group claims to have exfiltrated data from the group's systems. Automotive service networks hold customer records, vehicle service histories and corporate information, which are the likely contents of any exfiltration.

Risks for affected individuals

• Customer personal data may be exposed.
• Vehicle records could enable targeted fraud.
• Employees' information may be included.

What remains unknown

• The volume of records involved.
• Whether the data has been published.
• The response status of the company.

What affected people should do

Customers should monitor their accounts and be cautious of unsolicited communications. The group should notify affected customers and staff, review compromised systems, and communicate the scope of the incident.