At the conclusion of its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting 2024 yesterday, 25 April, Dr. Markus Kamieth became the new Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of BASF SE. At the…
The South African automotive aftermarket is a significant contributor to the country’s economy through the adoption of ‘circular economy’ practices, says Attie Serfontein, National Director of ARA (Automotive Remanufacturers’ Association).…
Last night, 18 April, the South African Motor Body Repairers Association (SAMBRA) achieved a near-impossible feat by once again raising the bar with its annual 2023 Awards Evening, which was…
The Competition Commission (the Commission) has invited industry stakeholders to comment on amendments to the Automotive Aftermarket Guidelines. It has gazetted draft amendments to the Guidelines for Competition in the…
Tomorrow night, 18 April, SAMBRA and Lightstone will jointly be hosting the 2023 Annual SAMBRA Awards ceremony at the Bryanston Country Club honouring top vehicle insurers and OEMs, as well…
Answering the critical need for additional training centres in the automotive aftermarket sector, Gauteng is proud to announce the opening of a new training centre, Mbuntu Training Services in Edenvale,…
On 18 April 2024, SAMBRA and Lightstone will jointly host the 2023 Annual SAMBRA Awards ceremony at the Bryanston Country Club honouring top vehicle insurers and OEMs, as well as…
According to Census 2022, 18.5 million adults in South Africa did not complete their secondary schooling, which means they do not have a matric certificate. This is a significant barrier…
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…
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…