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Plasnomics to Launch Global Benchmark Plastic Repair Centre in US, No Plans for South Africa
Industry
Jun 29, 2026
Staff Writer

Plasnomics to Launch Global Benchmark Plastic Repair Centre in US, No Plans for South Africa

Plasnomics will open its first Plastic Repair Excellence Centre in Dallas, Texas, as the company develops a global repair-first model for automotive plastics, although there are currently no plans for a similar facility in South Africa.

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SAMBRA Urges Insurers to Broaden Fuel Relief as Repairers Face Mounting Cost Pressure
Industry
Jun 29, 2026
Staff Writer

SAMBRA Urges Insurers to Broaden Fuel Relief as Repairers Face Mounting Cost Pressure

SAMBRA is calling on insurers to introduce more consistent fuel relief measures, warning that rising operating costs continue to place significant pressure on South Africa's motor body repair industry.

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3M Cubitron™ Abrasives: Faster Sanding for Modern Collision Repair
Products
Jun 25, 2026
Staff Writer

3M Cubitron™ Abrasives: Faster Sanding for Modern Collision Repair

3M's Cubitron II and Cubitron 3 abrasive systems are designed to help collision repair workshops improve productivity, achieve consistent finishes and reduce sanding and grinding time across a range of repair applications.

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Tiny Car Accessories, Serious Crash Risks
Motoring
Jun 24, 2026
Staff Writer

Tiny Car Accessories, Serious Crash Risks

Decorative steering wheel accessories may appear harmless, but safety warnings and medical reports show they can become dangerous projectiles during airbag deployment, causing severe injuries in crashes.

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South Africa’s AutoGas Sector Moves Into Focus With First Dedicated Industry Workshop
Events
Jun 24, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa’s AutoGas Sector Moves Into Focus With First Dedicated Industry Workshop

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.

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Rising Vehicle Technology is Changing the Repair Landscape in South Africa
Industry
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

Rising Vehicle Technology is Changing the Repair Landscape in South Africa

South Africa’s vehicle repair sector is facing increasing complexity as advanced driver assistance systems and digital technologies become standard across the car parc, reshaping workshop requirements and repair processes.

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EU Backs Tougher Circular Economy Rules for Cars
Industry
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

EU Backs Tougher Circular Economy Rules for Cars

The European Parliament has approved new circular economy regulations that will require vehicle manufacturers to improve recyclability, increase recycled material use and strengthen end-of-life vehicle responsibility.

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Young Hyundai Technician Plays Key Role in Building Commercial Vehicles
Training
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

Young Hyundai Technician Plays Key Role in Building Commercial Vehicles

Hyundai Automotive South Africa assembly technician Kwanele Sibisi has contributed to the production of more than 2,000 commercial vehicles, demonstrating the skill and dedication required in modern vehicle manufacturing.

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PPG Extends WorldSkills Europe Partnership to Back Car Painting Talent
Training
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

PPG Extends WorldSkills Europe Partnership to Back Car Painting Talent

PPG has renewed its partnership with WorldSkills Europe for a further two years, reinforcing its commitment to vocational training and supporting the next generation of automotive refinishing professionals.

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EKA Mobility Targets Africa with a Full-Spectrum EV Strategy
Motoring
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

EKA Mobility Targets Africa with a Full-Spectrum EV Strategy

Indian electric vehicle manufacturer EKA Mobility is expanding into Africa with a broad portfolio of electric transport solutions, focusing on localisation, partnerships and long-term sustainability across diverse markets.

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US Counterfeit Airbag Verdict Highlights Growing Vehicle Safety Crisis
Industry
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

US Counterfeit Airbag Verdict Highlights Growing Vehicle Safety Crisis

A Florida jury has awarded more than $600 million to the family of a young mother killed by a counterfeit airbag, drawing renewed attention to the dangers posed by fake vehicle safety components entering the repair market.

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AW-Tong Wins BMW Approval
Products
Jun 23, 2026
Staff Writer

AW-Tong Wins BMW Approval

Car-O-Liner's AW-Tong has received BMW approval as an optional accessory for CTR9 systems, offering bodyshops greater flexibility while maintaining OEM-compliant repair standards.

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