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Battery Electric Vehicles Lead Efficiency Race
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12/9/2025

Battery Electric Vehicles Lead Efficiency Race

The South African automotive market is witnessing a surge in new-energy vehicle adoption, but not all electric options are created equal. Industry...

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DFSK South Africa Appoints New General Manager
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12/9/2025

DFSK South Africa Appoints New General Manager

Francie Lubbe has been named General Manager of DFSK South Africa, marking the beginning of an ambitious new phase for the commercial vehicle...

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MSX International Programmes Build Tomorrow's Dealership Leaders
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12/9/2025

MSX International Programmes Build Tomorrow's Dealership Leaders

Professional training across all levels of vehicle dealerships remains crucial for success in the competitive automotive retail sector, according...

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Vehicle Safety Enters a New Chapter: ANCAP’s 2026 Protocols Set Global Benchmark
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12/9/2025

Vehicle Safety Enters a New Chapter: ANCAP’s 2026 Protocols Set Global Benchmark

Road safety is undergoing a significant transformation. For decades, car manufacturers have steadily improved vehicle design and integrated...

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Court Throws Out Phelan’s Patent Claims Against Mercedes-Benz
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12/9/2025

Court Throws Out Phelan’s Patent Claims Against Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz has secured a significant legal victory after a United States court dismissed a patent infringement lawsuit brought by The Phelan...

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Will South Africa Like Kenya Seize Its Own EV Opportunity?
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12/8/2025

Will South Africa Like Kenya Seize Its Own EV Opportunity?

Kenya’s Tad Motors sparks hope for local EVs. South Africa has the expertise but needs clear policies and bold action to catch up.

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Toyota Gazoo Racing Unveils GR GT and GR GT3
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12/8/2025

Toyota Gazoo Racing Unveils GR GT and GR GT3

Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) has unveiled two eagerly anticipated prototypes, the GR GT and GR GT3, signalling a bold new chapter in the brand’s...

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How the Nexperia Crisis Warps the Repair Bay
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12/8/2025

How the Nexperia Crisis Warps the Repair Bay

In late 2025, a geopolitical battle over a seemingly unremarkable chip company sent shock waves through the automotive world — and rippled all the...

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Glasurit Joins Forces with SVR Toyota Gazoo Racing in Ground-breaking Partnership
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12/8/2025

Glasurit Joins Forces with SVR Toyota Gazoo Racing in Ground-breaking Partnership

Glasurit and SVR Toyota Gazoo Racing form a major technical partnership, merging premium paint technology with high-performance rally innovation.

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Are Big Bakkies Doing Enough? ANCAP Puts Heavy Hitters Under the Microscope
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12/5/2025

Are Big Bakkies Doing Enough? ANCAP Puts Heavy Hitters Under the Microscope

Australia’s fast-growing appetite for oversized American-style pick-ups (bakkies) has prompted ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program) to...

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Hyundai Grand i10 Under Fire After Zero-Star Safety Rating in Africa
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12/4/2025

Hyundai Grand i10 Under Fire After Zero-Star Safety Rating in Africa

The Hyundai Grand i10 has been criticised after the latest Global NCAP crash tests revealed a shocking zero-star rating for adult occupant...

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Axalta Celebrates Prestigious R&D 100 Award for Ground-breaking Paint Technology
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12/4/2025

Axalta Celebrates Prestigious R&D 100 Award for Ground-breaking Paint Technology

Axalta has been honoured with a 2025 R&D 100 Award in the Mechanical/Materials category for its innovative Spies Hecker Permasolid® Speed-TEC Fast...

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