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Security Tips for Collision Repair Shops

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1/22/2026

Security Tips for Collision Repair Shops

Collision repair shops occupy a unique and demanding position within the automotive industry. Every day, repairers are entrusted with customers’...

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1/22/2026

The Resurrection of a Grand Old Dame

Frik Botha transformed a rusty 1968 Jaguar Type S into a driving masterpiece over eight years. Discover the story behind “Greenie.”

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Grand i10 Confirmed as Fully Compliant Under SA Regulations

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1/22/2026

Grand i10 Confirmed as Fully Compliant Under SA Regulations

Hyundai Automotive South Africa has moved to reassure customers and stakeholders that the Hyundai Grand i10 meets all compulsory safety standards...

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1/21/2026

Green and Grey Reshape Car Colour Trends for 2025 says BASF Colour Report

BASF’s 2025 Colour Report shows a shift to expressive, nature-inspired automotive colours, with green leading and traditional shades declining.

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Vehicle Safety Shouldn’t Die on the Altar of Affordability, says U.S. Expert

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1/21/2026

Vehicle Safety Shouldn’t Die on the Altar of Affordability, says U.S. Expert

In his article Sacrificing Safety Is Not the Way to Make Cars Affordable, David Harkey, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway...

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South Africa’s Motor Repair Sector Gears Up for a New Era of AI

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1/21/2026

South Africa’s Motor Repair Sector Gears Up for a New Era of AI

South Africa’s automotive repair sector is undergoing a profound transformation, fuelled not only by the rapid rise of electric and hybrid...

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Sherwin-Williams Showcases Transformative Craftsmanship in New Refinish Campaign

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1/20/2026

Sherwin-Williams Showcases Transformative Craftsmanship in New Refinish Campaign

Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes unveils a new campaign showing how expert technique, precise colour and systems can transform any vehicle.

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Dakar 2026 A Stern Test for South African Stars

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1/20/2026

Dakar 2026 A Stern Test for South African Stars

The deserts of Saudi Arabia once again set the scene for an epic battle of endurance as the 2026 Dakar Rally unfolded from 3 to 17 January...

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AA speaks out on Grand i10’s crash test results

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1/16/2026

AA speaks out on Grand i10’s crash test results

The Automobile Association of South Africa (AA) has moved to clarify its position within the Global NCAP Safer Cars for Africa programme following...

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Morocco Emerges as Africa’s Leading Automotive Producer

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1/16/2026

Morocco Emerges as Africa’s Leading Automotive Producer

In 2025, Morocco reached a landmark achievement by becoming Africa’s largest vehicle manufacturer, overtaking South Africa for the first time...

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Why an Automotive Trade Could Be the Smartest Move for South Africa’s Matrics

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1/16/2026

Why an Automotive Trade Could Be the Smartest Move for South Africa’s Matrics

As thousands of matrics across South Africa receive their 2025 results, many are confronted with a defining question: what comes next? Although...

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SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood

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1/16/2026

SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood

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