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With less than a week to go before Automechanika Johannesburg opens, automotive aftermarket professionals are preparing for three days of networking, product sourcing, technical demonstrations and industry discussions at Gallagher Convention Centre.
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation believes South Africa can unlock significant localisation opportunities by recognising the automotive aftermarket as a strategic part of the country's industrial and economic development agenda.
Industry leaders, government representatives and investors gathered at SA Auto Week 2026 to explore transformation, skills development, investment opportunities and the transition to new energy vehicles.
October's Transport Month calendar features major automotive and mobility events, including the Paris Motor Show, SA Auto Week 2026 in Durban, and Automechanika Johannesburg, bringing together industry leaders, manufacturers and innovators from across the globe.
SAMBRA Eastern Cape will host its second panel beating and spray-painting skills competition of 2026, giving learners an opportunity to showcase their technical abilities while gaining valuable industry exposure.
As South Africa observes TVET Month, the automotive sector faces a growing skills challenge. While apprenticeship enrolment is increasing, the number of qualified artisans continues to decline, highlighting the need for stronger collaboration between colleges, employers and industry stakeholders.
Former MIWA Junior Motor Mech Competition winner Tashne Wait will return to the RMI Motor Mech & Alles-op-Wiele Show in Kariega as a judge and mentor, encouraging learners to pursue careers in the automotive industry.
BodyShop News Africa's Student Journalist Program returns to Automechanika Johannesburg 2026 with the support of Sherwin-Williams, giving aspiring journalists hands-on experience covering one of Africa’s leading automotive aftermarket events.
Surventis will showcase its vision for the future of automotive refinish at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, highlighting how connected coatings, digital tools, consultancy and automation can help body shops improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.
Automechanika Frankfurt's Innovation Awards have attracted a record 185 entries for 2026, with 47 finalists shortlisted across ten categories highlighting the latest advances in the global automotive aftermarket.
South Africa's first dedicated AutoGas Workshop will bring together industry stakeholders, technical professionals and fleet operators to explore the opportunities and challenges of LPG as a cleaner transport fuel.
Hella outlines how distributors and workshops can adapt to ageing vehicles, EV growth and evolving aftermarket demands in South Africa.