Mercedes-Benz, in conjunction with the Fraunhofer-Institute for High-Speed Dynamics EMI (Ernst Mach Institute), has conducted the world’s first crash test using an X-ray camera. According to Mercedes-Benz, the technology demonstration…
According to the American Automobile Association’s (AAA’s) latest survey on autonomous vehicles, most US drivers either express fear (66%) or uncertainty (25%) about fully self-driving vehicles – a fear that…
In terms of the quality of the speakers and the topical subject matter, the National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) once again surpassed the high standards it set at its 2023…
German automotive supplier Bosch has won approval to start construction on the second phase of a research, development and assembly centre in Suzhou, in the eastern province of Jiangsu. This…
Bosch and Microsoft have partnered to develop generative AI solutions for automated driving functions to overcome some of the technology’s current limitations, such as the inability of systems to anticipate…
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has a rich sales and manufacturing heritage spanning more than six decades in the country and will now reward loyalists with even more of the…
The insurance industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past decade, shifting from a traditional, seemingly stagnant model to a dynamic, digitally driven sector, says Mishaya Chettiar, Executive Head…
A new US survey shows technician dissatisfaction with training, benefits and career opportunities are hurting the industry’s ability to recruit and retain skilled labour. According to the survey, collision repair…
INEOS Automotive and BASF’s Coatings division have signed an agreement on a global automotive refinish body and paint development. The partners will commit to a long-term strategic collaboration that enables…
At a recent meet-and-greet where SAMBRA’s (South African Motor Body Repairers Association) outgoing National Director, Jacques Viljoen, was bid farewell and his successor, Marcia Modiba, was welcomed, BodyShop News Africa…
During a hybrid online/in-person meet-and-greet on 27 February, outgoing SAMBRA (South African Motor Body Repairers Association) National Director, Jacques Viljoen, was bid farewell while his successor, Marcia Modiba, was welcomed…
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) and the Chamber of Crafts Erfurt, also more popularly known as Handwerkskammer Erfurt (HWK Erfurt), last year agreed to collaborate on a 12-month project…