

EU’s New Driver-Warning Rules Put Attention Back on the Road
New European Union safety regulations require all newly registered passenger cars and vans to include driver distraction warning systems, introducing technology aimed at improving road safety while placing strong emphasis on driver privacy.

South Africa’s SEZ Programme Draws R14.8bn as Government Pushes New Industrial Growth Phase
South Africa’s Special Economic Zones programme has generated R14.8 billion in revenue and supported the creation of more than 30,000 jobs, according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile.

American Analysis Finds U.S. Drivers Involved in Collision Every 10 Years
A new analysis by Allstate found that U.S. drivers are involved in a collision on average once every 10.86 years, with crash risk varying significantly between American cities.

Gauteng sharpens its manufacturing skills drive with new Centre of Excellence
Gauteng has relaunched the Gauteng Automotive Learning Centre as the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence to prepare workers for the future of advanced manufacturing and New Energy Vehicle technologies.

New Era for Prospecton Plant
Toyota’s latest Hilux investment signals renewed confidence in South African manufacturing, strengthening local production, suppliers and long-term industrial competitiveness.

Preparing South Africa’s Workforce for Automotive Change
A joint NAACAM and ILO study warns that South Africa must accelerate skills development to prepare its automotive workforce for the transition to new energy vehicles and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Global spotlight on VWGA apprentice Tshililo Nelwamondo
Volkswagen Group Africa apprentice Tshililo Nelwamondo has been recognised among the company’s top young talent worldwide after receiving a prestigious international apprenticeship award in Germany.

Stellantis South Africa partners with Social Coding to expand digital learning
A new partnership between Stellantis South Africa and Social Coding South Africa will bring coding, robotics and AI education to underserved communities through a mobile digital learning programme.

RMI strengthens support for artisan excellence
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation has reaffirmed its commitment to artisan development by hosting the Second Annual South African National Artisan Awards Selection Committee Inception Meeting at its National Office in Midrand.

Hyundai Mentorship Programme Drives Youth Success
Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s mentorship initiative is helping young people develop practical workplace skills while creating new opportunities for further education and long-term careers.

ComputerLogic refreshes PMCLogic to strengthen paint and materials control
ComputerLogic has unveiled a refreshed version of its PMCLogic platform, introducing workflow and usability improvements aimed at helping collision repair businesses manage paint and materials more efficiently.

From Nissan Legacy to Chery Vision: Rosslyn’s Transformation
Chery’s takeover of the historic Rosslyn manufacturing plant marks a major shift in South Africa’s automotive industry, transforming a long-standing Nissan production site into the company's future African manufacturing hub.