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Axalta Advances Bodyshop Innovation with New AI-Driven Planning Partnership
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3/4/2026

Axalta Advances Bodyshop Innovation with New AI-Driven Planning Partnership

Axalta has unveiled a new collaboration with aspaara, an advanced AI optimisation platform designed to transform bodyshop planning and operational...

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New MD Nina Bratlie  on Building Trust, Resilience and Growth at Volvo Financial Services South Africa
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3/3/2026

New MD Nina Bratlie on Building Trust, Resilience and Growth at Volvo Financial Services South Africa

When Nina Bratlie stepped into her role as Managing Director of Volvo Financial Services South Africa, she brought with her three decades of...

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South Africa Embraces the New Era of Automotive Brands
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3/3/2026

South Africa Embraces the New Era of Automotive Brands

South Africa’s automotive industry is undergoing a profound transformation. While traditional marques remain familiar and trusted, a growing...

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GDED Strengthens Township Automotive Sector Through Skills and Enterprise Development
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3/3/2026

GDED Strengthens Township Automotive Sector Through Skills and Enterprise Development

The Gauteng Department of Economic Development (GDED) is accelerating inclusive economic growth through its High Impact Partnership Delivery...

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BMW Expands Physical AI Innovation with New Leipzig Robotics Pilot
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3/2/2026

BMW Expands Physical AI Innovation with New Leipzig Robotics Pilot

The BMW Group is strengthening its position as a leader in intelligent manufacturing with the launch of a new pilot project using humanoid robots...

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Spanners, Not Speeches: Hyundai's Hands-On Lesson for the Next Generation
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3/2/2026

Spanners, Not Speeches: Hyundai's Hands-On Lesson for the Next Generation

A group of Grade 12 girls at a Durban school recently swapped their pens for spanners — and came away with skills that could last a lifetime...

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New Partnership Aims to Boost South Africa’s E-Mobility Training Capacity
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3/2/2026

New Partnership Aims to Boost South Africa’s E-Mobility Training Capacity

A new international partnership is set to strengthen South Africa’s ability to train the next generation of electric and hybrid vehicle...

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Ford’s New Uptime Strategy Signals a Turning Point in Same Day Repairs
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3/2/2026

Ford’s New Uptime Strategy Signals a Turning Point in Same Day Repairs

Ford Motor Co. in the U. in the U.S. is sharpening its focus on reducing repair times through its Uptime Assist initiative, an approach designed...

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UK Research Finds Parents Hold the Key to Transforming Automotive Apprenticeships
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2/25/2026

UK Research Finds Parents Hold the Key to Transforming Automotive Apprenticeships

New research from the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) reveals a significant perception gap shaping the future of automotive apprenticeships...

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New ADAS Tech on the Horizon for 2026
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2/24/2026

New ADAS Tech on the Horizon for 2026

ADAS in 2026 brings integrated platforms, predictive AI and LiDAR fusion, raising new calibration, software and validation demands.

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IIHS Leader Calls for Stronger Safety Commitment as Vehicle Technology Advances
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2/24/2026

IIHS Leader Calls for Stronger Safety Commitment as Vehicle Technology Advances

David Harkey, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Highway Loss Data Institute in the U. S.

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South Africa’s Exporters Confront US Tariff Turbulence
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2/24/2026

South Africa’s Exporters Confront US Tariff Turbulence

The start of 2026 has brought mixed fortunes for South African (SA) trade. A Supreme Court ruling in the United States (US) struck down parts of...

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