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BASF Coatings Unveils Cutting-Edge Automotive Paint Facility in Germany
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11/11/2025

BASF Coatings Unveils Cutting-Edge Automotive Paint Facility in Germany

BASF Coatings has taken a major step forward in automotive paint production with the launch of a highly advanced manufacturing plant at its...

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Survey: Auto Technicians Face Challenges with Modern Vehicle Diagnostics
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11/11/2025

Survey: Auto Technicians Face Challenges with Modern Vehicle Diagnostics

A September 2025 survey conducted by TOPDON USA of over 3 000 automotive technicians and DIY mechanics in North America reveals significant...

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China Eases Export Restrictions on Nexperia Chips for Civilian Use
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11/11/2025

China Eases Export Restrictions on Nexperia Chips for Civilian Use

Reuters reported that according to a Sunday announcement from China's commerce ministry, Beijing has taken a significant step towards alleviating...

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Automotive Chip Market Set for Robust Growth Through 2030
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11/11/2025

Automotive Chip Market Set for Robust Growth Through 2030

According to a new report published by market research firm MarketsandMarkets, the automotive semiconductor industry is poised for substantial...

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The Nexperia Chip Crisis: How a Geopolitical Dispute Shook the Automotive Supply Chain
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11/11/2025

The Nexperia Chip Crisis: How a Geopolitical Dispute Shook the Automotive Supply Chain

The global automotive industry is once again facing turbulence from the semiconductor sector — this time sparked by the crisis surrounding...

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Marcia Mayaba Joins Dunlop SA to Strengthen Leadership Vision
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11/10/2025

Marcia Mayaba Joins Dunlop SA to Strengthen Leadership Vision

Dunlop Tyres South Africa has announced the appointment of Marcia Noxolo Veronica Mayaba as its new Commercial Director, bringing a wealth of...

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McLaren and Sikkens Showcase Revolutionary Basecoat
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11/6/2025

McLaren and Sikkens Showcase Revolutionary Basecoat

When McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris stepped into a spray booth at the McLaren Technology Centre, he faced a challenge far removed from the...

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Poland Ranks as World's Seventh-Largest Auto Parts Exporter
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11/6/2025

Poland Ranks as World's Seventh-Largest Auto Parts Exporter

Polish automotive suppliers excel in quality, innovation, and price, exporting parts worldwide and expanding into US and South African markets.

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SpannerTorque Pavilion Makes Strong Impact at Automechanika Johannesburg 2025
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11/6/2025

SpannerTorque Pavilion Makes Strong Impact at Automechanika Johannesburg 2025

MIWA’s SpannerTorque Pavilion wowed at Automechanika Johannesburg, driving business leads, networking, and industry innovation in 2025.

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SAMBRA members triumph at Lightstone's milestone EchoMBR Awards celebration
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11/6/2025

SAMBRA members triumph at Lightstone's milestone EchoMBR Awards celebration

SAMBRA workshops earn top honours at the 2024 EchoMBR Awards, celebrating excellence in repair quality, customer care, and innovation.

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Top performers celebrated at Lightstone’s 20th anniversary EchoMBR Awards breakfast
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11/4/2025

Top performers celebrated at Lightstone’s 20th anniversary EchoMBR Awards breakfast

Lightstone honours South Africa’s top motor body repairers at the 2024 EchoMBR Awards, recognising service, quality, and customer trust.

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RMI President Champions Safety and Sustainability in Automotive Sector
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11/4/2025

RMI President Champions Safety and Sustainability in Automotive Sector

Jeanne Esterhuizen urges the automotive sector to uphold safety, sustainability, and operational excellence for a responsible, future-ready industry.

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