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EU’s New Driver-Warning Rules Put Attention Back on the Road
New European Union safety regulations require all newly registered passenger cars and vans to include driver distraction warning systems, introducing technology aimed at improving road safety while placing strong emphasis on driver privacy.
22 Jul 2026
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South Africa’s SEZ Programme Draws R14.8bn as Government Pushes New Industrial Growth Phase
South Africa’s Special Economic Zones programme has generated R14.8 billion in revenue and supported the creation of more than 30,000 jobs, according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile.
22 Jul 2026
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American Analysis Finds U.S. Drivers Involved in Collision Every 10 Years
A new analysis by Allstate found that U.S. drivers are involved in a collision on average once every 10.86 years, with crash risk varying significantly between American cities.
22 Jul 2026
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Gauteng sharpens its manufacturing skills drive with new Centre of Excellence
Gauteng has relaunched the Gauteng Automotive Learning Centre as the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence to prepare workers for the future of advanced manufacturing and New Energy Vehicle technologies.
20 Jul 2026
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Explore Industry NewsSouth Africa’s SEZ Programme Draws R14.8bn as Government Pushes New Industrial Growth Phase
South Africa’s Special Economic Zones programme has generated R14.8 billion in revenue and supported the creation of more than 30,000 jobs, according to Deputy President Paul Mashatile.
22 Jul 2026
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Preparing South Africa’s Workforce for Automotive Change
A joint NAACAM and ILO study warns that South Africa must accelerate skills development to prepare its automotive workforce for the transition to new energy vehicles and advanced manufacturing technologies.
17 Jul 2026
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BASF Coatings Becomes Surventis and Begins New Chapter as Independent Business
The former BASF Coatings business has entered a new era as Surventis, launching as an independent global company focused on accelerating innovation, expanding its coatings portfolio and strengthening customer partnerships worldwide.
06 Jul 2026
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New Automotive Hub Set to Drive Opportunity in Alexandra
A new automotive hub in Alexandra is set to expand opportunities for township businesses, skills development and industry participation as Johannesburg advances its local economic development strategy.
01 Jul 2026
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South Africa’s AutoGas Sector Moves Into Focus With First Dedicated Industry Workshop
South Africa's first dedicated AutoGas Workshop will bring together industry stakeholders, technical professionals and fleet operators to explore the opportunities and challenges of LPG as a cleaner transport fuel.
24 Jun 2026
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Hella Urges Aftermarket to Prepare Now for a Changing Vehicle Parc
Hella outlines how distributors and workshops can adapt to ageing vehicles, EV growth and evolving aftermarket demands in South Africa.
12 Jun 2026
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Data-centred Approach Should Be Taken to Evolving Car Parc, says Expert at Hella Synergy
South Africa’s ageing vehicle parc, rising Chinese brands and digital consumers are transforming aftermarket opportunities and challenges.
10 Jun 2026
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Automechanika Riyadh 2027 signals a New Early-year Sprint for the Aftermarket
Automechanika Riyadh 2027 moves to a larger venue as Saudi Arabia’s booming automotive aftermarket accelerates under Vision 2030.
14 May 2026
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Explore Motoring NewsEU’s New Driver-Warning Rules Put Attention Back on the Road
New European Union safety regulations require all newly registered passenger cars and vans to include driver distraction warning systems, introducing technology aimed at improving road safety while placing strong emphasis on driver privacy.
22 Jul 2026
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A new analysis by Allstate found that U.S. drivers are involved in a collision on average once every 10.86 years, with crash risk varying significantly between American cities.
22 Jul 2026
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New Era for Prospecton Plant
Toyota’s latest Hilux investment signals renewed confidence in South African manufacturing, strengthening local production, suppliers and long-term industrial competitiveness.
17 Jul 2026
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From Nissan Legacy to Chery Vision: Rosslyn’s Transformation
Chery’s takeover of the historic Rosslyn manufacturing plant marks a major shift in South Africa’s automotive industry, transforming a long-standing Nissan production site into the company's future African manufacturing hub.
07 Jul 2026
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ComputerLogic refreshes PMCLogic to strengthen paint and materials control
ComputerLogic has unveiled a refreshed version of its PMCLogic platform, introducing workflow and usability improvements aimed at helping collision repair businesses manage paint and materials more efficiently.
08 Jul 2026
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3M Cubitron™ Abrasives: Faster Sanding for Modern Collision Repair
3M's Cubitron II and Cubitron 3 abrasive systems are designed to help collision repair workshops improve productivity, achieve consistent finishes and reduce sanding and grinding time across a range of repair applications.
25 Jun 2026
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AW-Tong Wins BMW Approval
BMW has approved Car-O-Liner's AW-Tong for use with CTR9 systems, giving collision repair workshops access to OEM-approved welding equipment that supports high-quality structural repairs.
23 Jun 2026
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Hella returns to thermal management with long-term aftermarket push
Hella South Africa expands its thermal management range, targeting evolving vehicle technologies with 6,000+ SKUs planned by 2027.
12 Jun 2026
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Explore Training NewsGauteng sharpens its manufacturing skills drive with new Centre of Excellence
Gauteng has relaunched the Gauteng Automotive Learning Centre as the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence to prepare workers for the future of advanced manufacturing and New Energy Vehicle technologies.
20 Jul 2026
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Global spotlight on VWGA apprentice Tshililo Nelwamondo
Volkswagen Group Africa apprentice Tshililo Nelwamondo has been recognised among the company’s top young talent worldwide after receiving a prestigious international apprenticeship award in Germany.
15 Jul 2026
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Stellantis South Africa partners with Social Coding to expand digital learning
A new partnership between Stellantis South Africa and Social Coding South Africa will bring coding, robotics and AI education to underserved communities through a mobile digital learning programme.
15 Jul 2026
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Hyundai Mentorship Programme Drives Youth Success
Hyundai Automotive South Africa’s mentorship initiative is helping young people develop practical workplace skills while creating new opportunities for further education and long-term careers.
10 Jul 2026
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