
BASF Coatings Enters New Chapter with Carlyle Acquisition
In a significant development for the automotive refinish industry, BASF has announced a binding agreement with global investment firm Carlyle to...

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In a significant development for the automotive refinish industry, BASF has announced a binding agreement with global investment firm Carlyle to...

Changan South Africa envisaged the enhanced service to its dealers and the repair network through the opening of a dedicated parts warehouse in...

South Africa’s gradual shift towards electric mobility is not only changing how motorists power their vehicles but also how the wider automotive...

Volkswagen Group Africa’s Kariega plant has achieved a significant manufacturing milestone with the production of its three-millionth vehicle, a...

At the 2025 South African Auto Week in Gqeberha, the country’s automotive industry presented a united front of resilience and cautious optimism...

Private equity firm Carlyle is leading the race to acquire the coatings business of German chemicals manufacturer BASF, according to a source...

China's Chery is holding discussions with several South African car manufacturers regarding plant-sharing arrangements to produce its vehicles...

The Würth Group, one of the world's most respected leaders in the automotive aftermarket, welcomed Plasnomic to its global headquarters in Germany...

South Africa ranks as the fourth riskiest country to drive in, according to the World's Best Drivers Index 2025, a study by Compare the Market...

The first pre-production CKD Foton pickup has rolled off the local assembly line in South Africa, marking a key moment for the country’s...

Toyota is preparing for a busy time in 2025 and 2026 with launches that show its ability to blend future-focused technology with its traditional...

The South African automotive aftermarket presents substantial opportunities for international suppliers, according to TEPA Chairman Johann van de...