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Industry Report launched at DealerCon 2025

Motoring

9/15/2025

Industry Report launched at DealerCon 2025

The South African motor industry has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade, with shifting consumer preferences, affordability...

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Shifting the spotlight from sales to service

Motoring

9/15/2025

Shifting the spotlight from sales to service

Car ownership has long been about more than just the excitement of the showroom. For years, buyers were persuaded by polished brochures and sales...

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Nissan strengthens commitment to South Africa through launches

Motoring

9/15/2025

Nissan strengthens commitment to South Africa through launches

Nissan says its latest vehicle introductions confirm its long-standing commitment to South Africa, where the brand has maintained a presence for...

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Motoring

9/12/2025

DTSA showcasing how to keep on moving

Daimler Truck South Africa (DTSA) is hosting its biggest event of 2025 – “The Daimler Truck Experience”, under the theme “For All Who Keep Africa...

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Why SA's Collision Repair Industry Must Embrace Female Talent

News

9/11/2025

Why SA's Collision Repair Industry Must Embrace Female Talent

South Africa's automotive aftermarket sector is grappling with a critical skills shortage that mirrors challenges faced across the globe. Taking...

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Plant Kariega at the heart of Polo’s 50-year celebration

News

9/10/2025

Plant Kariega at the heart of Polo’s 50-year celebration

Volkswagen has marked half a century of the Polo with a dramatic film, “50 Years of Polo: Project Drift,” which puts the spotlight firmly on Plant...

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Speed Meets Quality with PPG’s Velocity Refinish System

News

9/10/2025

Speed Meets Quality with PPG’s Velocity Refinish System

The collision repair industry just got a significant boost with PPG's September 8th launch of the PPG VELOCITY® refinish system. This...

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Stellantis Partners with GlobalPlatform to Strengthen Automotive Cybersecurity Standards

Motoring

9/9/2025

Stellantis Partners with GlobalPlatform to Strengthen Automotive Cybersecurity Standards

Stellantis, the multinational automotive giant behind brands including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, FIAT, Jeep, Vauxhall, and Peugeot, has become the...

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Hino Pursues Multipath Strategy for Cleaner Transport

Motoring

9/9/2025

Hino Pursues Multipath Strategy for Cleaner Transport

Hino South Africa is taking a flexible route to sustainable transport, with a strong focus on multiple power solutions for its trucks. “Hino is...

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The Electric Revolution: What Every Workshop Needs to Know

Motoring

9/9/2025

The Electric Revolution: What Every Workshop Needs to Know

Electric vehicles might dominate today's headlines, but for automotive professionals, understanding their deep historical roots is crucial for...

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Toyota introduces Hiace designed for accessibility

Motoring

9/8/2025

Toyota introduces Hiace designed for accessibility

Toyota South Africa Motors has expanded its line-up with a model aimed at improving mobility for people with disabilities. The Toyota Hiace PWD...

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Autonomous Driving Features Top Consumer Wish Lists as Trust in Vehicle Technology Soars

Motoring

9/8/2025

Autonomous Driving Features Top Consumer Wish Lists as Trust in Vehicle Technology Soars

The automotive landscape is experiencing a dramatic shift as consumers demonstrate unprecedented enthusiasm for autonomous driving and advanced...

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