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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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China’s long term strategy in the global car industry
Motoring
Feb 20, 2026
Staff Writer

China’s long term strategy in the global car industry

State planning shapes an industry China’s automotive industry has been central to national industrial policy for decades. According to Michael...

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Finixa Introduces Advanced High-Concentration Surface Degreaser for Professional Refinishing
Products
Feb 19, 2026
Staff Writer

Finixa Introduces Advanced High-Concentration Surface Degreaser for Professional Refinishing

Finixa has unveiled its new Silicone Remover and Surface Degreaser – Highly Concentrated (DGRHC), a next-generation cleaning solution engineered...

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Safety Concerns Raised Over Tiggo 7 Ratings in Africa
Motoring
Feb 19, 2026
Staff Writer

Safety Concerns Raised Over Tiggo 7 Ratings in Africa

Concerns over the safety standards of some entry level SUVs sold in South Africa have intensified following the release of the latest...

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China and Europe Push Back Against Touchscreen-Heavy Car Design
Motoring
Feb 18, 2026
Staff Writer

China and Europe Push Back Against Touchscreen-Heavy Car Design

New regulations in China and Europe demand tactile buttons over touchscreens, aiming to reduce driver distraction and boost vehicle safety.

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Independent Workshops Set to Benefit as Automotive Power Shifts East
Motoring
Feb 17, 2026
Staff Writer

Independent Workshops Set to Benefit as Automotive Power Shifts East

A fundamental realignment in the global automotive ecosystem is shifting the aftermarket's centre of gravity towards the east — and for...

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BMW and Encory Push Battery Recycling into a New Era with Salching Breakthrough
Industry
Feb 17, 2026
Staff Writer

BMW and Encory Push Battery Recycling into a New Era with Salching Breakthrough

Germany has taken another significant step towards closing the loop on electric-vehicle battery production as the BMW Group, together with its...

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Resilience and Innovation Drive Toyota’s Success
Motoring
Feb 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Resilience and Innovation Drive Toyota’s Success

In a year marked by intensified competition and shifting market dynamics, Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) emerged stronger than ever. Speaking...

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Video: Hyundai and Kia Introduce  ‘Vision Pulse’ Predictive Driver Safety
Motoring
Feb 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Video: Hyundai and Kia Introduce ‘Vision Pulse’ Predictive Driver Safety

Vision Pulse uses ultra-wideband signals to detect hidden hazards, alert drivers, and prevent collisions in cars, industry, and beyond.

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