Revolutionary software co-developed by AkzoNobel’s Powder Coatings business and coatingAI is using artificial intelligence to help customers improve the application process and reduce their carbon footprint. The industry-first technology, called…
The rate of future EV adoption is going to depend heavily on EV pricing and the availability of charging stations, according to industry experts. China has the advantage on both…
Volvo has announced that it will be using the COP28 for “doubling down” on the company’s action plan – already one of the most ambitious in the automotive industry –…
Painting plastic bumpers is a common occurrence in body shops across the region, and none more so than new bumpers. In fact, the global plastic bumper market is expected to…
Fix Network says its Fix Auto Collision and Fix Auto Service brands are rapidly becoming the trusted multi-brand repair network for vehicle owners and insurance partners throughout the Kingdom of…
Solera has released research showing that average electric vehicle (EV) repair costs are 29 per cent higher than their internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle counterparts. The study considered aggregate international…
AkzoNobel, in collaboration with strategic partners from across the vehicle repair industry value chain, launched the Vehicle Repair Sustainability Challenge at a 24-hour event in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The attendees…
AkzoNobel and Kansai Paint have mutually agreed not to proceed with AkzoNobel’s intended acquisition of Kansai’s paint and coatings’ activities in Africa. Commenting on the decision, AkzoNobel CEO, Greg Poux-Guillaume,…
Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global coatings company, has been named exclusive supplier for BMW Group’s private paint label, ColorSystem, in 15 European countries as well as South Africa. The…
On 17 November, the Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) hosted the launch of a training programme aimed at unemployed youth and SMMEs, at the Chamdor Automotive Hub in Krugersdorp. The…
Webfleet recently released their second annual Road Safety Report 2023 based on responses from 54 individuals representing 52 fleets that collectively own 7 948 trucks operating in South Africa. The…