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Polo Success Drives Skills and Jobs in the Auto Repair Industry

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10/22/2025

Polo Success Drives Skills and Jobs in the Auto Repair Industry

Volkswagen Group Africa’s Kariega plant has built its 500 000th facelifted Polo, highlighting the importance of this model not only for exports...

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Toyota Reaches Century Milestone in Collaborative Safety Research

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10/22/2025

Toyota Reaches Century Milestone in Collaborative Safety Research

Toyota celebrates its 100th Collaborative Safety Research Centre project with MIT, advancing vehicle safety, automation, and driver behaviour insights

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Commitment to quality with Hyundai Approved Repairer Programme (HARP)

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10/21/2025

Commitment to quality with Hyundai Approved Repairer Programme (HARP)

Ensure your Hyundai’s safety and performance with HARP – certified repairers using genuine parts for reliable repairs and warranty protection.

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Ford technicians put their skills to the test in pursuit of excellence

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10/20/2025

Ford technicians put their skills to the test in pursuit of excellence

Ford South Africa honours its best technicians at the 2025 SE&O Skills Contest, showcasing excellence and expertise in vehicle servicing.

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Markus Schuster Takes the Wheel at Audi South Africa

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10/20/2025

Markus Schuster Takes the Wheel at Audi South Africa

Audi South Africa appoints Markus Schuster as new head, bringing global expertise and a customer-first vision to lead the brand’s next growth phase.

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Motor Body Repair Industry Warns Against Quick Cash Insurance Settlements

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10/17/2025

Motor Body Repair Industry Warns Against Quick Cash Insurance Settlements

SAMBRA warns motorists that accepting quick cash insurance settlements can risk safety, reduce resale value, and lead to hidden financial costs.

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Headlight Glare: The Safety Concern That Statistics Don't Support

Motoring

10/17/2025

Headlight Glare: The Safety Concern That Statistics Don't Support

Despite complaints, research shows headlight glare causes few night-time crashes. Modern headlights improve visibility without raising risk.

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PPG Unveils Automated Stirring Technology to Revolutionise Automotive Paint Mixing

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10/17/2025

PPG Unveils Automated Stirring Technology to Revolutionise Automotive Paint Mixing

PPG MIX'N'SHAKE™ automates paint stirring, ensuring colour accuracy, reducing waste, and saving time for automotive painters and body shops.

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Archion Merger Aims to Strengthen Service, Efficiency and Innovation

Motoring

10/17/2025

Archion Merger Aims to Strengthen Service, Efficiency and Innovation

The next phase of the integration between Japanese truck and bus giants Hino Motors and Mitsubishi Fuso has been unveiled with the creation of...

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Building a Stronger Repair and Supply Chain Through Collaboration

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10/17/2025

Building a Stronger Repair and Supply Chain Through Collaboration

Toyota South Africa Motors boosts local supply chain with the 2025 Durban Automotive Cluster SME Accelerator, empowering black-owned SMEs.

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Specialised Skills Power the Repair Industry’s Electric Future

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10/17/2025

Specialised Skills Power the Repair Industry’s Electric Future

South Africa’s repair industry adapts to the rise of New Energy Vehicles, investing in training, tools, and tech to meet EV service demands.

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US Investigates Fatal Chinese Counterfeit Airbag Incidents

Motoring

10/13/2025

US Investigates Fatal Chinese Counterfeit Airbag Incidents

According to reports, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating seven incidents involving aftermarket airbag...

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