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Auto Repair Industry Prepares for Chinese Vehicle Surge
Motoring
9/30/2025

Auto Repair Industry Prepares for Chinese Vehicle Surge

South Africa's automotive repair sector faces a significant shift as Chinese vehicles flood the market, presenting both challenges and...

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Auto repair industry adapts to South Africa’s bakkie boom
Motoring
9/25/2025

Auto repair industry adapts to South Africa’s bakkie boom

The South African auto repair industry is experiencing a major adjustment as consumer preferences shift away from German sedans and towards...

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Changan Brings Smart Electric Technology to South African Roads
Motoring
9/23/2025

Changan Brings Smart Electric Technology to South African Roads

South African motorists are set to experience cutting-edge automotive technology as Changan prepares for its local launch. The brand, previously...

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Revolutionary Battery Tech Set to Transform Motor Repair Industry
Motoring
9/22/2025

Revolutionary Battery Tech Set to Transform Motor Repair Industry

The motor repair industry faces a seismic shift as Stellantis, working with TotalEnergies subsidiary Saft, reveals their Intelligent Battery...

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Volvo’s groundbreaking EV crash test highlights repair and safety lessons
Motoring
9/22/2025

Volvo’s groundbreaking EV crash test highlights repair and safety lessons

Volvo has once again placed safety at the centre of its philosophy, conducting the world’s first public crash test involving three electric...

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JLR Cyberattack Sends Shockwaves Through European Supply Chain
Motoring
9/18/2025

JLR Cyberattack Sends Shockwaves Through European Supply Chain

The cyberattack that has crippled Jaguar Land Rover's global operations continues to wreak havoc beyond the British carmaker's own factories...

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Hyundai South Africa Records Surge in Finance Applications
Motoring
9/18/2025

Hyundai South Africa Records Surge in Finance Applications

Hyundai Automotive South Africa is witnessing unprecedented consumer interest, with monthly vehicle finance applications reaching remarkable new...

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Charging Ahead: A Boost for South Africa’s Auto Repair and Service Landscape
Motoring
9/18/2025

Charging Ahead: A Boost for South Africa’s Auto Repair and Service Landscape

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has confirmed a R100 million equity investment in Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE), the pioneering...

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How reviews are reshaping trust in vehicle services
Motoring
9/17/2025

How reviews are reshaping trust in vehicle services

Online reviews have become a crucial part of how South Africans choose where to buy and service their vehicles. Once seen mainly as a retail tool...

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EU Insists on EV Future Despite Automotive Industry Reluctance
Motoring
9/17/2025

EU Insists on EV Future Despite Automotive Industry Reluctance

Friday's Brussels summit delivered an unequivocal message: Europe's electric vehicle strategy remains unchanged despite mounting industry...

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Nissan's Smart Traffic Solution Could Cut Commute Times by Nearly 20%
Motoring
9/16/2025

Nissan's Smart Traffic Solution Could Cut Commute Times by Nearly 20%

The average American wastes about a week annually sitting in traffic jams, but Nissan may have found a solution. The automaker's Silicon Valley...

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Thousands of Ford Rangers Called Back Over Serious Brake Safety Fault
Motoring
9/15/2025

Thousands of Ford Rangers Called Back Over Serious Brake Safety Fault

Ford has issued an urgent safety recall for thousands of Ranger vehicles in Southern Africa after discovering a brake defect that could put...

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