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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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SAMBRA initiative puts young automotive talent in the spotlight
Training
Jun 12, 2026
Staff Writer

SAMBRA initiative puts young automotive talent in the spotlight

MIWA and SAMBRA host youth automotive competitions in Eastern Cape, offering training, hands-on experience and career pathways for young learners in 2026.

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Automotive Retail: A Hidden Gateway to Youth Employability
Training
Jun 5, 2026
Staff Writer

Automotive Retail: A Hidden Gateway to Youth Employability

NADA urges South Africa to rethink graduate unemployment, highlighting dealerships as dynamic learning hubs building real-world skills and careers.

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Training Tomorrow’s Technicians
Training
May 28, 2026
Staff Writer

Training Tomorrow’s Technicians

Hyundai and Motus launch a training academy in Pinetown to develop 2,000+ students annually in EV, diagnostics and advanced automotive skills in South Africa

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The ABC of Correct Filler Use in Collision Repair
Training
May 27, 2026
Staff Writer

The ABC of Correct Filler Use in Collision Repair

Correct body filler use relies on OEM procedures, proper surface preparation and controlled application to prevent corrosion, cracking and failure.

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Hyundai’s Youth Learnership Draws Unprecedented Interest
Training
May 6, 2026
Staff Writer

Hyundai’s Youth Learnership Draws Unprecedented Interest

Hyundai SA receives 33,000 YES programme applications, highlighting youth unemployment and demand for digital-first job opportunities.

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SpannerTorque Roadshow Boosts Workshop Know-how and Backs Young Talent
Training
Apr 30, 2026
Staff Writer

SpannerTorque Roadshow Boosts Workshop Know-how and Backs Young Talent

MIWA’s SpannerTorque Festival equips workshops with skills and inspires young talent, addressing South Africa’s growing automotive skills gap.

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What are SDVs and what do they mean for collision repair?
Training
Apr 22, 2026
Staff Writer

What are SDVs and what do they mean for collision repair?

Software defined vehicles, or SDVs, are vehicles in which software rather than fixed hardware determines how most systems operate. Functions such...

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We Buy Cars Drives Youth Employment
Training
Apr 21, 2026
Staff Writer

We Buy Cars Drives Youth Employment

South Africa’s challenge of youth unemployment remains pressing, but targeted initiatives are beginning to show tangible results. We Buy Cars, in...

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Women-led Helderberg Workshop Launches Practical Training Hub to Nurture Future Mechanics
Training
Apr 13, 2026
Staff Writer

Women-led Helderberg Workshop Launches Practical Training Hub to Nurture Future Mechanics

A women-led automotive workshop in Somerset West is taking a bold step to help address South Africa’s growing skills shortage by turning its...

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Motor Mech Arrives in the Free State, Showcasing the Future of South African Automotive Talent
Training
Apr 9, 2026
Staff Writer

Motor Mech Arrives in the Free State, Showcasing the Future of South African Automotive Talent

The Motor Industry Workshop Association’s Motor Mech competition will make its first appearance in the Free State on 1 May, hosted at Martie Du...

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