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Glasurit becomes official paint provider for WorldSkills 2026 in Wollongong, supporting automotive refinish training and skills development.
Plasnomic completes phase one of global polypropylene bumper weld benchmarking, advancing evidence-led OEM repair standards for collision industry.
Volvo says windscreens must be genuine OEM glass fitted at approved centres, as modern glass supports safety systems and requires calibration.
Mirka and 4Plastic have partnered to expand OEM-approved plastic repair systems, giving bodyshops access to training, tools, support that reduce costs and waste while improving repair quality.
AI-powered search tools are reshaping SEO, pushing businesses to optimise for citations, summaries and AI-driven recommendations.
Discover how dealership workshops can retain customers after warranties expire through multi-brand servicing and customer-first strategies.
Africa’s automotive growth depends on market integration, localisation and AfCFTA execution, says Dr Ahmed Fikry A Wahab.
Car makers shift to circular economy models, with Stellantis SUSTAINera leading dismantling, reuse and recycling across MEA to cut waste and costs.
Rising vehicle tech complexity is reshaping collision repair, driving costs, skills demand and new profitability pressures.
Soaring fuel prices in South Africa are squeezing independent automotive workshops, reducing bookings threatening SMEs and delaying maintenance
RMI says partnership-led skills development is vital for South Africa’s workforce, highlighting collaboration at the HRDC-SA Summit 2026.
New research finds drivers who speed are more likely to use phones, increasing crash risk, especially on high-speed roads.