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Spanners, Not Speeches: Hyundai's Hands-On Lesson for the Next Generation
Training
Mar 2, 2026
Staff Writer

Spanners, Not Speeches: Hyundai's Hands-On Lesson for the Next Generation

A group of Grade 12 girls at a Durban school recently swapped their pens for spanners — and came away with skills that could last a lifetime...

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New Partnership Aims to Boost South Africa’s E-Mobility Training Capacity
Industry
Mar 2, 2026
Staff Writer

New Partnership Aims to Boost South Africa’s E-Mobility Training Capacity

A new international partnership is set to strengthen South Africa’s ability to train the next generation of electric and hybrid vehicle...

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Ford’s New Uptime Strategy Signals a Turning Point in Same Day Repairs
Motoring
Mar 2, 2026
Staff Writer

Ford’s New Uptime Strategy Signals a Turning Point in Same Day Repairs

Ford Motor Co. in the U. in the U.S. is sharpening its focus on reducing repair times through its Uptime Assist initiative, an approach designed...

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UK Research Finds Parents Hold the Key to Transforming Automotive Apprenticeships
Training
Feb 25, 2026
Staff Writer

UK Research Finds Parents Hold the Key to Transforming Automotive Apprenticeships

New research from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) reveals a significant perception gap shaping the future of automotive apprenticeships...

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New ADAS Tech on the Horizon for 2026
Motoring
Feb 24, 2026
Staff Writer

New ADAS Tech on the Horizon for 2026

ADAS in 2026 brings integrated platforms, predictive AI and LiDAR fusion, raising new calibration, software and validation demands.

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IIHS Leader Calls for Stronger Safety Commitment as Vehicle Technology Advances
Industry
Feb 24, 2026
Staff Writer

IIHS Leader Calls for Stronger Safety Commitment as Vehicle Technology Advances

David Harkey, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute in the U. S.

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South Africa’s Exporters Confront US Tariff Turbulence
Industry
Feb 24, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa’s Exporters Confront US Tariff Turbulence

The start of 2026 has brought mixed fortunes for South African (SA) trade. A Supreme Court ruling in the United States (US) struck down parts of...

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Redefining Standards in the Service Bay
Industry
Feb 23, 2026
Staff Writer

Redefining Standards in the Service Bay

For Lathitha Mbambo, every vehicle is more than a job—it’s a responsibility. Since joining Hyundai Bellville as an apprentice in June 2025, she...

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Updating the Panel Beater Curriculum for a Modern Industry
Industry
Feb 23, 2026
Staff Writer

Updating the Panel Beater Curriculum for a Modern Industry

The motor body repair sector is undergoing rapid transformation as vehicle technology advances at an extraordinary pace. New construction...

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Collision Claims Climb as Electric Vehicle Sales Ease
Motoring
Feb 23, 2026
Staff Writer

Collision Claims Climb as Electric Vehicle Sales Ease

Electric vehicle collision claims continue to rise across North America even though sales of new battery electric vehicles have slowed. Mitchell...

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Glass Firms Face Tribunal Over Alleged Long Running Price Fixing
Industry
Feb 20, 2026
Staff Writer

Glass Firms Face Tribunal Over Alleged Long Running Price Fixing

Two of South Africa’s major automotive glass suppliers, PG Glass and Glasfit, are facing prosecution after the Competition Commission referred a...

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Nina Bratlie takes the helm at Volvo Financial Services South Africa
Industry
Feb 20, 2026
Staff Writer

Nina Bratlie takes the helm at Volvo Financial Services South Africa

Alpine is gearing up for its third and final season in the FIA World Endurance Championship, determined to make its mark with the Alpine A424...

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