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G20 Summit Unlocks New Horizons for South Africa’s Tyre Retail Industry
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12/4/2025

G20 Summit Unlocks New Horizons for South Africa’s Tyre Retail Industry

While the G20 Summit has drawn to a close, its ripple effects on South Africa’s aftermarket tyre and parts sector are only beginning to take...

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V8 power: Corvette Stingray makes impressive SA debut
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12/4/2025

V8 power: Corvette Stingray makes impressive SA debut

The arrival of the 2025 Corvette Stingray is bringing a welcome surge of V8 excitement to South Africa's performance car market, with early sales...

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VW advances green energy goals with solar carport expansion
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12/4/2025

VW advances green energy goals with solar carport expansion

The employee car park and service centre at Volkswagen Group Africa's (VWGA) Kariega manufacturing plant now boasts enhanced solar power...

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Nearly 41% of U.S. Cars Are Overdue for Critical Maintenance, New Data Shows
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12/2/2025

Nearly 41% of U.S. Cars Are Overdue for Critical Maintenance, New Data Shows

A fresh study from CARFAX, published 18 November, reveals that around 41 per cent of vehicles in the United States are currently overdue for at...

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AI in Automotive Manufacturing: Innovation Meets Imperfection
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12/2/2025

AI in Automotive Manufacturing: Innovation Meets Imperfection

Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly become the cornerstone of modern automotive manufacturing, promising precision, efficiency, and a future...

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Coega Plant Moves Forward as Stellantis Adjusts Strategy for Local Vehicle Production
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12/1/2025

Coega Plant Moves Forward as Stellantis Adjusts Strategy for Local Vehicle Production

Stellantis is strengthening its commitment to South African manufacturing as it refines its plans for the new Coega plant, an investment that...

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Hyundai Brings Car Buying Closer to Shoppers with New Cape Town Hub
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12/1/2025

Hyundai Brings Car Buying Closer to Shoppers with New Cape Town Hub

Hyundai South Africa is reshaping the way customers experience vehicle shopping with the launch of its new Hyundai Kenilworth hub in Cape Town...

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Isuzu Partnership Drives Black Industrialisation in Eastern Cape
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12/1/2025

Isuzu Partnership Drives Black Industrialisation in Eastern Cape

New Gqeberha facility strengthens black industrialisation, creates 52 jobs, and elevates South Africa’s automotive manufacturing sector.

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Electrocoat: A Transformation Success Story Made Possible by the AITF
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11/27/2025

Electrocoat: A Transformation Success Story Made Possible by the AITF

When Electrocoat entered a new chapter of ownership in 2023, it represented more than an internal restructuring — it marked a significant...

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SAMBRA Warns Parts Shortages May Delay Repairs on Discontinued Models
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11/27/2025

SAMBRA Warns Parts Shortages May Delay Repairs on Discontinued Models

As South Africa’s automotive market undergoes rapid transformation, numerous vehicle models are being phased out or replaced. This shift brings a...

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Drivers and Riders Set to Benefit as Uber Introduces Its First Electric Fleet Option
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11/27/2025

Drivers and Riders Set to Benefit as Uber Introduces Its First Electric Fleet Option

The introduction of Uber Go Electric marks a new chapter for Uber as it broadens its focus on affordable and sustainable mobility in South Africa...

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N3 Corridor to Host Revolutionary Green Charging Network
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11/26/2025

N3 Corridor to Host Revolutionary Green Charging Network

Zero Carbon Charge has achieved a landmark moment in South Africa's transition to electric mobility, breaking ground on two ultra-fast charging...

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