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Passive Alcohol Detection Technology Ready for Motor Manufacturers After Decade of Development

Motoring

10/13/2025

Passive Alcohol Detection Technology Ready for Motor Manufacturers After Decade of Development

The Automotive Coalition for Traffic Safety (ACTS) President and Chief Executive Rob Strassburger recently demonstrated Driver Alcohol Detection...

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BASF Coatings Enters New Chapter with Carlyle Acquisition

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10/10/2025

BASF Coatings Enters New Chapter with Carlyle Acquisition

In a significant development for the automotive refinish industry, BASF has announced a binding agreement with global investment firm Carlyle to...

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Changan Strengthens After-Sales Network with New National Parts Hub

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10/10/2025

Changan Strengthens After-Sales Network with New National Parts Hub

Changan South Africa envisaged the enhanced service to its dealers and the repair network through the opening of a dedicated parts warehouse in...

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How the EV Wave Opens New Opportunities for Repairers

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10/10/2025

How the EV Wave Opens New Opportunities for Repairers

South Africa’s gradual shift towards electric mobility is not only changing how motorists power their vehicles but also how the wider automotive...

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Manufacturing milestone for VW with Polo locally

Motoring

10/10/2025

Manufacturing milestone for VW with Polo locally

Volkswagen Group Africa’s Kariega plant has achieved a significant manufacturing milestone with the production of its three-millionth vehicle, a...

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Auto Week Signals Strategic Reset for SA Carmakers

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10/8/2025

Auto Week Signals Strategic Reset for SA Carmakers

At the 2025 South African Auto Week in Gqeberha, the country’s automotive industry presented a united front of resilience and cautious optimism...

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Carlyle Emerges as Frontrunner in BASF Coatings Acquisition

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10/8/2025

Carlyle Emerges as Frontrunner in BASF Coatings Acquisition

Private equity firm Carlyle is leading the race to acquire the coatings business of German chemicals manufacturer BASF, according to a source...

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Chery Explores Manufacturing Partnership Options in South Africa

Motoring

10/7/2025

Chery Explores Manufacturing Partnership Options in South Africa

China's Chery is holding discussions with several South African car manufacturers regarding plant-sharing arrangements to produce its vehicles...

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Würth to Join Plasnomic Alliance in Push for Sustainable Plastic Repair Standards

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10/7/2025

Würth to Join Plasnomic Alliance in Push for Sustainable Plastic Repair Standards

The Würth Group, one of the world's most respected leaders in the automotive aftermarket, welcomed Plasnomic to its global headquarters in Germany...

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South Africa's Dangerous Roads: A Boon for Auto Repair Industry

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10/7/2025

South Africa's Dangerous Roads: A Boon for Auto Repair Industry

South Africa ranks as the fourth riskiest country to drive in, according to the World's Best Drivers Index 2025, a study by Compare the Market...

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Foton Begins Local Assembly in South Africa

Motoring

10/7/2025

Foton Begins Local Assembly in South Africa

The first pre-production CKD Foton pickup has rolled off the local assembly line in South Africa, marking a key moment for the country’s...

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Toyota Balances Electric Innovation with Rugged Heritage

Motoring

10/3/2025

Toyota Balances Electric Innovation with Rugged Heritage

Toyota is preparing for a busy time in 2025 and 2026 with launches that show its ability to blend future-focused technology with its traditional...

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