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Volvo has expanded its Connected Safety technology with new real-time hazard alerts that allow compatible vehicles to share information about animals, road users, roadworks and accidents ahead, helping drivers react to potential dangers before they come into view.
The Kinsey Report is set to return after a two-year hiatus, introducing a revised methodology and category-based vehicle comparisons to provide South African motorists with more accurate insights into ownership, maintenance and repair costs.
End-to-End AI is transforming Advanced Driver Assistance Systems from a hardware-driven competition into a software and data-driven race, where continuous learning, validation, and deployment capabilities determine long-term success.
Modern vehicle repairs are becoming more expensive due to advanced driver assistance technologies and increasing vehicle complexity, but these same systems are helping prevent crashes and reducing overall insurance losses.
A Spider-Man promotion displayed on BMW infotainment screens via an over-the-air update has reignited debate about digital ownership, privacy and the growing power carmakers have over connected vehicles after they are sold.
Ford is reinforcing the importance of comprehensive seatbelt and advanced driver assistance system inspections following collision repairs, with its latest OnTarget newsletter highlighting the procedures repairers need to follow to restore vehicles to their original safety performance.
Toyota is expanding its Factory Upgrade programme in Japan, allowing owners of selected older Toyota, Lexus and GR models to retrofit modern technology using genuine factory-approved parts.
Hyundai Motor and Kia are using advanced digital measuring technology to improve the quality, comfort and durability of their vehicles before they reach customers.
SAMBRA says repairability should become a key consideration for South African motorists as increasingly advanced vehicle technology continues to influence the long-term cost of vehicle ownership.
MIWA is urging South African motorists to verify online engine and gearbox suppliers carefully after fraudsters created convincing fake businesses that have cost buyers thousands of rand.
BMW and MINI have issued updated repair guidance stressing that original equipment windshields and headlamps are essential for maintaining ADAS performance, software compatibility and vehicle safety.
New European Union safety regulations require all newly registered passenger cars and vans to include driver distraction warning systems, introducing technology aimed at improving road safety while placing strong emphasis on driver privacy.