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Vehicle Safety Shouldn’t Die on the Altar of Affordability, says U.S. Expert
Industry
Jan 21, 2026
Staff Writer

Vehicle Safety Shouldn’t Die on the Altar of Affordability, says U.S. Expert

In his article Sacrificing Safety Is Not the Way to Make Cars Affordable, David Harkey, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway...

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South Africa’s Motor Repair Sector Gears Up for a New Era of AI
Industry
Jan 21, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa’s Motor Repair Sector Gears Up for a New Era of AI

South Africa’s automotive repair sector is undergoing a profound transformation, fuelled not only by the rapid rise of electric and hybrid...

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SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood
Industry
Jan 16, 2026
Staff Writer

SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood

SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood

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AAAM sets collaborative agenda for African automotive growth in 2026
Industry
Jan 12, 2026
Staff Writer

AAAM sets collaborative agenda for African automotive growth in 2026

AAAM sets collaborative agenda for African automotive growth in 2026

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Global Automotive Leaders Embrace Open-Source Collaboration
Industry
Jan 12, 2026
Staff Writer

Global Automotive Leaders Embrace Open-Source Collaboration

Over 30 carmakers and suppliers join forces to boost AI-driven vehicle innovation, cut costs, and speed up development through open-source software.

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Substandard Components Pose Major Risk to Transport Sector
Industry
Dec 11, 2025
Staff Writer

Substandard Components Pose Major Risk to Transport Sector

South Africa's automotive aftermarket is facing a critical challenge as counterfeit parts infiltrate supply chains, threatening not only vehicle...

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NAACAM Announces Newly Elected Leadership Following 2025 AGM
Industry
Dec 10, 2025
Staff Writer

NAACAM Announces Newly Elected Leadership Following 2025 AGM

The National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM) held its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), which this year...

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DFSK South Africa Appoints New General Manager
Industry
Dec 9, 2025
Staff Writer

DFSK South Africa Appoints New General Manager

Francie Lubbe has been named General Manager of DFSK South Africa, marking the beginning of an ambitious new phase for the commercial vehicle...

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How the Nexperia Crisis Warps the Repair Bay
Industry
Dec 8, 2025
Staff Writer

How the Nexperia Crisis Warps the Repair Bay

In late 2025, a geopolitical battle over a seemingly unremarkable chip company sent shock waves through the automotive world — and rippled all the...

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Glasurit Joins Forces with SVR Toyota Gazoo Racing in Ground-breaking Partnership
Industry
Dec 8, 2025
Staff Writer

Glasurit Joins Forces with SVR Toyota Gazoo Racing in Ground-breaking Partnership

Glasurit and SVR Toyota Gazoo Racing form a major technical partnership, merging premium paint technology with high-performance rally innovation.

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Are Big Bakkies Doing Enough? ANCAP Puts Heavy Hitters Under the Microscope
Industry
Dec 5, 2025
Staff Writer

Are Big Bakkies Doing Enough? ANCAP Puts Heavy Hitters Under the Microscope

Australia’s fast-growing appetite for oversized American-style pick-ups (bakkies) has prompted ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program) to...

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Axalta Celebrates Prestigious R&D 100 Award for Ground-breaking Paint Technology
Industry
Dec 4, 2025
Staff Writer

Axalta Celebrates Prestigious R&D 100 Award for Ground-breaking Paint Technology

Axalta has been honoured with a 2025 R&D 100 Award in the Mechanical/Materials category for its innovative Spies Hecker Permasolid® Speed-TEC Fast...

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