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The Hidden Savings Behind Expensive Smart-Car Repairs

News

8/13/2026

The Hidden Savings Behind Expensive Smart-Car Repairs

Modern vehicle repairs are becoming more expensive due to advanced driver assistance technologies and increasing vehicle complexity, but these same systems are helping prevent crashes and reducing overall insurance losses.

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BMW’s Spider-Man Dashboard Stunt Shows How Fragile Digital Ownership Has Become

Motoring

8/13/2026

BMW’s Spider-Man Dashboard Stunt Shows How Fragile Digital Ownership Has Become

A Spider-Man promotion displayed on BMW infotainment screens via an over-the-air update has reignited debate about digital ownership, privacy and the growing power carmakers have over connected vehicles after they are sold.

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Surventis to Spotlight the Body Shop of the Future at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026

Events

8/13/2026

Surventis to Spotlight the Body Shop of the Future at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026

Surventis will showcase its vision for the future of automotive refinish at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, highlighting how connected coatings, digital tools, consultancy and automation can help body shops improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.

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News

8/11/2026

Why a Crumpled Car Can Be a Safer Car

A badly damaged vehicle can look alarming after a crash, but controlled deformation is often a sign that its safety systems have worked as designed. For South African motorists, however, the real test lies in the strength of the passenger cell, the vehicle's safety equipment and the crash rating of the exact specification sold locally.

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PPG Introduces Quickline Waterborne Refinish System for Modern Repair Shops

Products

8/11/2026

PPG Introduces Quickline Waterborne Refinish System for Modern Repair Shops

PPG has introduced its Quickline waterborne refinish system, offering collision repairers a complete range of products designed to deliver consistent colour, efficient application and quality finishes across a variety of workshop conditions.

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News

8/11/2026

Ford Stresses Seatbelt and ADAS Checks in Collision Repair

Ford is reinforcing the importance of comprehensive seatbelt and advanced driver assistance system inspections following collision repairs, with its latest OnTarget newsletter highlighting the procedures repairers need to follow to restore vehicles to their original safety performance.

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Challenger Lifts Introduces Mobile Adapter Cart to Improve Workshop Efficiency

News

8/6/2026

Challenger Lifts Introduces Mobile Adapter Cart to Improve Workshop Efficiency

Challenger Lifts has unveiled a new mobile Adapter Cart designed to keep lift accessories organised and within easy reach, helping workshops improve productivity and streamline daily operations.

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Toyota Factory Upgrade Programme Gives Older Vehicles a New Lease on Life

News

8/5/2026

Toyota Factory Upgrade Programme Gives Older Vehicles a New Lease on Life

Toyota is expanding its Factory Upgrade programme in Japan, allowing owners of selected older Toyota, Lexus and GR models to retrofit modern technology using genuine factory-approved parts.

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Industry

8/5/2026

Women take the wheel in South Africa’s changing motor industry

Women now make up nearly 30% of South Africa’s organised automotive retail aftermarket workforce as the industry continues to expand female participation in technical, management and leadership roles.

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Sagola targets South African comeback with renewed distribution strategy

Industry

8/4/2026

Sagola targets South African comeback with renewed distribution strategy

Spanish spray equipment manufacturer Sagola is rebuilding its presence in South Africa through a strengthened distribution network, local warehousing and expanded training initiatives aimed at the automotive refinish industry.

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Pink tools: Clever marketing or a practical choice?

News

8/4/2026

Pink tools: Clever marketing or a practical choice?

Walk into almost any hardware store or browse online for DIY equipment and you'll likely come across a range of bright pink drills, screwdrivers and toolkits.

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Dakar Might Be New Kid on the Block But it Brings Decades of Experience to the Car Care Segment

News

8/4/2026

Dakar Might Be New Kid on the Block But it Brings Decades of Experience to the Car Care Segment

Founded in 2025, Old School Sales brings fresh energy to the automotive aftermarket while drawing on deep industry experience.

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