

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...

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...

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...

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...
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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

Automotive Logistics and Repair Sector to Benefit from Inland Port
The R50bn Port of Gauteng will streamline vehicle imports, cut transport costs, reduce congestion, and boost efficiency for the automotive industry.

Blind Spots in Vehicle Design Linked to Pedestrian Crash Risk
IIHS study finds vehicles with large driver-side blind spots increase left-turn pedestrian collision risk by up to 70%, urging safety improvements.

How Collision Repair Shops’ Review Responses Shape Local Search Rankings—And How to Use Them to Your Advantage
In the collision repair industry, word of mouth has always mattered—but today, it plays out publicly through online reviews. When a customer...