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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.
MIWA and SAMBRA host youth automotive competitions in Eastern Cape, offering training, hands-on experience and career pathways for young learners in 2026.
Hella South Africa expands its thermal management range, targeting evolving vehicle technologies with 6,000+ SKUs planned by 2027.
Hino South Africa received two global awards for service and parts excellence, reinforcing its leadership in aftersales support.
Hella outlines how distributors and workshops can adapt to ageing vehicles, EV growth and evolving aftermarket demands in South Africa.
BASF Coatings appoints Steve Arndt as Senior VP of Global Automotive Refinish Coatings, succeeding Chris Titmarsh in July 2026.
South Africa’s ageing vehicle parc, rising Chinese brands and digital consumers are transforming aftermarket opportunities and challenges.
Vehicle safety research is increasingly shifting from isolated crash tests to a broader, more predictive model that blends biomechanics, software simulation and real-world driving behaviour.
NADA urges South Africa to rethink graduate unemployment, highlighting dealerships as dynamic learning hubs building real-world skills and careers.
Hyundai South Africa funds driver’s licences for 50 YES programme participants, helping remove mobility barriers and improve employability.
Mahle says the future of mobility will rely on diverse technologies, with efficiency, adaptability and regional needs driving adoption.
Parliaments SCOPA moves to pursue charges against former RAF CEO Collins Letsoalo over summons breach amid renewed call for accountability and reform