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October's Transport Month calendar features major automotive and mobility events, including the Paris Motor Show, SA Auto Week 2026 in Durban, and Automechanika Johannesburg, bringing together industry leaders, manufacturers and innovators from across the globe.
SAMBRA Eastern Cape will host its second panel beating and spray-painting skills competition of 2026, giving learners an opportunity to showcase their technical abilities while gaining valuable industry exposure.
As South Africa observes TVET Month, the automotive sector faces a growing skills challenge. While apprenticeship enrolment is increasing, the number of qualified artisans continues to decline, highlighting the need for stronger collaboration between colleges, employers and industry stakeholders.
Former MIWA Junior Motor Mech Competition winner Tashne Wait will return to the RMI Motor Mech & Alles-op-Wiele Show in Kariega as a judge and mentor, encouraging learners to pursue careers in the automotive industry.
BodyShop News Africa's Student Journalist Program returns to Automechanika Johannesburg 2026 with the support of Sherwin-Williams, giving aspiring journalists hands-on experience covering one of Africa’s leading automotive aftermarket events.
Surventis will showcase its vision for the future of automotive refinish at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026, highlighting how connected coatings, digital tools, consultancy and automation can help body shops improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.