Study finds heavy-load vehicles major contributor to fatal road accidents
A study conducted by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) says that 9.4 per cent of all fatal traffic accidents on South African roads involve heavy-load vehicles. Additionally, statistics attribute…
AkzoNobel completes expansion of its largest powder coatings plant
A major capacity expansion has been completed at AkzoNobel’s Powder Coatings site in Como, Italy, which will help secure supply to customers across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Four…
Toyota Mirai’s hydrogen-powered fuel-cell technology explained
In January Toyota announced the second generation, 2024 Mirai, to its American market. With the Mirai, the Japanese giant seems to be betting on hydrogen power for passenger cars in…
Stop relying on reverse automatic braking alone, says AAA
Recent American Automobile Association (AAA) research examined various simulated collisions across four popular 2023 model-year vehicles equipped with reverse automatic emergency braking (AEB) with rear cross traffic mitigation. Reverse AEB…
Dunlop Ladysmith operators receive training in Thailand
Eight operators, together with their Foreman from Sumitomo Rubber South Africa’s (SRSA) Dunlop Ladysmith plant, have wasted no time in applying their new expertise after a six-week training programme at…
Axalta releases Q4 and full year 2023 results
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd., a leading global coatings company, announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2023. Fourth Quarter 2023 Highlights Fourth Quarter…
NEVs provide opportunities for local component industry
At the Trade and Industries Policies Strategies’ (TIPS) virtual webinar on the Transition to Electric Vehicles, NAACAM Executive Director, Renai Moothilal, outlined the manufacturing opportunities for the local component industry.…
Toyota rocked by falsified data scandal
Shipments of some of the world’s most popular diesel models have been suspended after an investigation found that Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) fabricated performance data on diesel engines it developed…
Is your body shop ready for EVs? Points to ponder…
The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs). As more consumers embrace the environmental and economic benefits of EVs, collision repair workshops must…
Historic announcement of new President and Group CEO at Daimler Truck South Africa
On 2 February, Daimler Truck South Africa (DTSA) announced the appointment of Maretha Gerber as its new President and Group CEO. Maretha, a born and bred South African, makes history…
Sherwin-Williams Company Reports 2023 Year-End and Fourth Quarter Financial Results
The Sherwin-Williams Company announced its financial results for the year and fourth quarter ended December 31, 2023.All comparisons are to the full year and fourth quarter of the prior year, unless…
Surprise announcement at Axalta’s 2024 Global Automotive Colour of the Year
Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global coatings company, on 29 January announced its 2024 Global Automotive Colour of the Year – Starry Night. The latest edition marks the 10 th…