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Bosch gets go-ahead for 2nd phase of NEV component facility in China
German automotive supplier Bosch has won approval to start construction on the second phase of a research, development and assembly centre in Suzhou, in the eastern province of Jiangsu. This…
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Bosch and Microsoft develop generative AI solution to improve ADAS
Bosch and Microsoft have partnered to develop generative AI solutions for automated driving functions to overcome some of the technology’s current limitations, such as the inability of systems to anticipate…
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Toyota Launches a new accessories programme in South Africa
Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) has a rich sales and manufacturing heritage spanning more than six decades in the country and will now reward loyalists with even more of the…
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Current tech trends driving the insurance industry
The insurance industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past decade, shifting from a traditional, seemingly stagnant model to a dynamic, digitally driven sector, says Mishaya Chettiar, Executive Head…
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Survey shows 25 per cent of technicians consider leaving in next two years
A new US survey shows technician dissatisfaction with training, benefits and career opportunities are hurting the industry’s ability to recruit and retain skilled labour. According to the survey, collision repair…
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BASF Coatings signs Global Preferred Partnership agreement with INEOS Automotive
INEOS Automotive and BASF’s Coatings division have signed an agreement on a global automotive refinish body and paint development. The partners will commit to a long-term strategic collaboration that enables…
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What can the industry expect from SAMBRA’s new National Director?
At a recent meet-and-greet where SAMBRA’s (South African Motor Body Repairers Association) outgoing National Director, Jacques Viljoen, was bid farewell and his successor, Marcia Modiba, was welcomed, BodyShop News Africa…
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SAMBRA bids farewell to Viljoen, welcomes Modiba
During a hybrid online/in-person meet-and-greet on 27 February, outgoing SAMBRA (South African Motor Body Repairers Association) National Director, Jacques Viljoen, was bid farewell while his successor, Marcia Modiba, was welcomed…
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Innovative EV pilot training module launched in Eastern Cape
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) and the Chamber of Crafts Erfurt, also more popularly known as Handwerkskammer Erfurt (HWK Erfurt), last year agreed to collaborate on a 12-month project…
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TEPA focuses on recycled waste tyre collection
Vishal Premlall, National Director of the Tyre, Equipment, Parts Association (TEPA), says TEPA is working closely with all tyre trading members to ensure that they are registered for waste tyre…
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WorldSkills Africa officially launched in Addis Ababa
Saturday, 17 February marked a pivotal milestone for skills development. During an exciting week of commitments to transform African education systems, delegates at the 37th Assembly of the Heads of…
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Naamsa welcomes Minister’s budget speech announcements on EVs
The Automotive Business Council has welcomed the announcement made by the Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, during his Annual Budget Speech 2024 to support the transition to electric vehicles (EVs)…