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Toyota Reaches Century Milestone in Collaborative Safety Research
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10/22/2025

Toyota Reaches Century Milestone in Collaborative Safety Research

Toyota celebrates its 100th Collaborative Safety Research Centre project with MIT, advancing vehicle safety, automation, and driver behaviour insights

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Markus Schuster Takes the Wheel at Audi South Africa
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10/20/2025

Markus Schuster Takes the Wheel at Audi South Africa

Audi South Africa appoints Markus Schuster as new head, bringing global expertise and a customer-first vision to lead the brand’s next growth phase.

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Headlight Glare: The Safety Concern That Statistics Don't Support
Motoring
10/17/2025

Headlight Glare: The Safety Concern That Statistics Don't Support

Despite complaints, research shows headlight glare causes few night-time crashes. Modern headlights improve visibility without raising risk.

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Archion Merger Aims to Strengthen Service, Efficiency and Innovation
Motoring
10/17/2025

Archion Merger Aims to Strengthen Service, Efficiency and Innovation

The next phase of the integration between Japanese truck and bus giants Hino Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso has been unveiled with the creation of...

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Specialised Skills Power the Repair Industry’s Electric Future
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10/17/2025

Specialised Skills Power the Repair Industry’s Electric Future

South Africa’s repair industry adapts to the rise of New Energy Vehicles, investing in training, tools, and tech to meet EV service demands.

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US Investigates Fatal Chinese Counterfeit Airbag Incidents
Motoring
10/13/2025

US Investigates Fatal Chinese Counterfeit Airbag Incidents

According to reports, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating seven incidents involving aftermarket airbag...

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Passive Alcohol Detection Technology Ready for Motor Manufacturers After Decade of Development
Motoring
10/13/2025

Passive Alcohol Detection Technology Ready for Motor Manufacturers After Decade of Development

The Automotive Coalition for Traffic Safety (ACTS) President and Chief Executive Rob Strassburger recently demonstrated Driver Alcohol Detection...

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Manufacturing milestone for VW with Polo locally
Motoring
10/10/2025

Manufacturing milestone for VW with Polo locally

Volkswagen Group Africa’s Kariega plant has achieved a significant manufacturing milestone with the production of its three-millionth vehicle, a...

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Chery Explores Manufacturing Partnership Options in South Africa
Motoring
10/7/2025

Chery Explores Manufacturing Partnership Options in South Africa

China's Chery is holding discussions with several South African car manufacturers regarding plant-sharing arrangements to produce its vehicles...

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Foton Begins Local Assembly in South Africa
Motoring
10/7/2025

Foton Begins Local Assembly in South Africa

The first pre-production CKD Foton pickup has rolled off the local assembly line in South Africa, marking a key moment for the country’s...

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Toyota Balances Electric Innovation with Rugged Heritage
Motoring
10/3/2025

Toyota Balances Electric Innovation with Rugged Heritage

Toyota is preparing for a busy time in 2025 and 2026 with launches that show its ability to blend future-focused technology with its traditional...

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BMW Opens Ground-Breaking Debrecen Plant in Hungary
Motoring
10/2/2025

BMW Opens Ground-Breaking Debrecen Plant in Hungary

BMW has officially opened its most advanced manufacturing facility to date in Debrecen, Hungary, marking a significant milestone in the German...

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