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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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Must Read: Competition Case in Botswana Could Reshape the Regional Repair Market
Industry
Jun 15, 2026
Staff Writer

Must Read: Competition Case in Botswana Could Reshape the Regional Repair Market

A Botswana competition case could influence insurer-repairer relationships and reshape vehicle repair markets across Southern Africa.

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What drivers should look for when collecting a vehicle after collision repairs
News
Jun 12, 2026
Staff Writer

What drivers should look for when collecting a vehicle after collision repairs

Experts from South African Motor Body Repairers' Association explain how motorists can inspect their vehicle after collision repairs, covering panel gaps, paint finish and functionality checks.

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Entry-Level Cars Under Fire in Latest Crash Tests
Motoring
Jun 12, 2026
Staff Writer

Entry-Level Cars Under Fire in Latest Crash Tests

South Africa’s entry-level cars face scrutiny after GNCAP crash tests reveal poor safety ratings for the Haval Jolion and Kia Sonet, prompting concern.

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