Written by Rivaldo Jantjies, a student at the University of Witwatersrand -
GTS Garage Equipment, a trusted name in the automotive industry since 2006, is dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge equipment. Based in Alberton, Johannesburg, GTS offers a wide range of products, including tyre changers, wheel balancers, advanced alignment systems, and CNC machines. By providing tailored solutions for tyre shops, workshops, franchise dealers and independent garages, GTS ensures that both passenger and commercial vehicle businesses have the tools they need to succeed.
“We’re leaders in the wheel alignment market,” says the owner of the business, David Barendse, highlighting GTS’s commitment to innovation. Recently, the company launched a groundbreaking play detector integrated into the wheel alignment bay. “It’s a first in the market, saving time and enabling workshops to diagnose worn suspension components with greater efficiency,” he adds. The product is designed to help workshops diversify revenue streams in a challenging economy.
GTS Garage Equipment also prides itself on its exceptional service. Unlike competitors, Barendse emphasises a hands-on approach. “I do not sit in an office with shaggy carpets and air conditioning,” he says. “I’m on the floor with my staff, ensuring we deliver what our clients need. We don’t just talk about good service—we let our long-standing corporate clients speak for us.”
Reflecting on 2024, Barendse acknowledges challenges such as load-shedding but highlights the company’s resilience. “Our corporate customers have been our backbone,” he notes. Looking forward to 2025, GTS aims to expand its wholesale operations and establish new partnerships through platforms like Automechanika. With a product range that spans from small workshops to large franchises and an unwavering commitment to quality and service, GTS Garage Equipment stands as a cornerstone of innovation in South Africa’s automotive industry.
Staff Writer
Reporting from the front lines of the collision repair industry, delivering expert analysis and the technical updates that drive the African automotive sector forward.
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