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Windscreen need replacement? Beware of substandard parts

Motoring

6/3/2024

Windscreen need replacement? Beware of substandard parts

Modern windscreens are considered a “life and limb” part of any modern vehicle. The windscreen forms part of the structure of the vehicle.

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Training

5/28/2024

Skills training receives welcome funding injection from merSETA

In a significant step to address crucial skills gaps within the automotive aftermarket repair and maintenance sector, the Motor Industry Workshop...

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New Axalta partnership to boost sustainability

Business

5/27/2024

New Axalta partnership to boost sustainability

Axalta last week announced a partnership with Solera, a global leader in vehicle lifecycle management. Through this partnership, Axalta’s...

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Current affairs affecting the economy and auto sales – An expert weighs in

Business

5/23/2024

Current affairs affecting the economy and auto sales – An expert weighs in

Speaking at the 2024 F&I Industry Virtual Summit, hosted in conjunction with NADA (National Automobile Dealers’ Association) on 21 May, Ipeleng...

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Online Diploma in Retail Business Management: 2025 Pre-Applications Open

Training

5/22/2024

Online Diploma in Retail Business Management: 2025 Pre-Applications Open

Tshwane University of Technology have announced that 2025 pre-applications have opened up for the online Diploma in Retail Business Management...

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BASF expands e-coat manufacturing facility in India

Business

5/22/2024

BASF expands e-coat manufacturing facility in India

BASF's Coatings Division announced the expansion of the e-coat manufacturing facility at its Mangalore site. This strategic expansion is driven by...

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84-year old pensioner a victim of unscrupulous dealer

Business

5/17/2024

84-year old pensioner a victim of unscrupulous dealer

An 84-year-old pensioner in Bela Bela has not only lost his original Toyota Corolla, which he trustingly traded in at a dealer online, but he has...

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The commercial vehicle aftermarket – Artery of economic growth

Business

5/15/2024

The commercial vehicle aftermarket – Artery of economic growth

In the run-up to the November 2024 editions of Automechanika Johannesburg and Futuroad Expo, the second in a series of four Breakfast events for...

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Release of new Automotive Trade Manual coincides with SA auto centenary

Business

5/8/2024

Release of new Automotive Trade Manual coincides with SA auto centenary

The Automotive Business Council (naamsa) released its newly branded Automotive Trade Manual 2024 publication, previously published by naamsa under...

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First C3 Auto Body Repair Academy graduates honoured

Events

5/2/2024

First C3 Auto Body Repair Academy graduates honoured

The first cohort of 22 graduates were honoured this year following a three-year artisan development programme at the C3 Auto Body Repair Academy...

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Business

4/26/2024

New CEO appointed at BASF

At the conclusion of its Annual Shareholders’ Meeting 2024 yesterday, 25 April, Dr. Markus Kamieth became the new Chairman of the Board of...

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Workshops must join the circular economy revolution, says ARA

Business

4/23/2024

Workshops must join the circular economy revolution, says ARA

The South African automotive aftermarket is a significant contributor to the country’s economy through the adoption of ‘circular economy’...

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