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Africa’s Car Graveyard Could Become Its Next Industrial Opportunity
Africa’s growing dependence on imported used vehicles is creating significant end-of-life vehicle challenges, but it also presents a major opportunity to build a formal automotive recycling industry that can create jobs, recover valuable materials, improve road safety, and support circular economic growth.
17 Aug 2026
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Sherwin-Williams and BodyShop News Africa Support the Next Generation of Automotive Journalists
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.
17 Aug 2026
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The Hidden Savings Behind Expensive Smart-Car Repairs
Modern vehicle repairs are becoming more expensive due to advanced driver assistance technologies and increasing vehicle complexity, but these same systems are helping prevent crashes and reducing overall insurance losses.
13 Aug 2026
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BMW’s Spider-Man Dashboard Stunt Shows How Fragile Digital Ownership Has Become
A Spider-Man promotion displayed on BMW infotainment screens via an over-the-air update has reignited debate about digital ownership, privacy and the growing power carmakers have over connected vehicles after they are sold.
13 Aug 2026
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Africa’s Car Graveyard Could Become Its Next Industrial Opportunity
Africa’s growing dependence on imported used vehicles is creating significant end-of-life vehicle challenges, but it also presents a major opportunity to build a formal automotive recycling industry that can create jobs, recover valuable materials, improve road safety, and support circular economic growth.
17 Aug 2026
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Women take the wheel in South Africa’s changing motor industry
Women now make up nearly 30% of South Africa’s organised automotive retail aftermarket workforce as the industry continues to expand female participation in technical, management and leadership roles.
05 Aug 2026
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Sagola targets South African comeback with renewed distribution strategy
Spanish spray equipment manufacturer Sagola is rebuilding its presence in South Africa through a strengthened distribution network, local warehousing and expanded training initiatives aimed at the automotive refinish industry.
04 Aug 2026
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AkzoNobel Hits 2030 Emissions Goal Four Years Early
AkzoNobel has reached its 2030 operational carbon emissions reduction target four years ahead of schedule, marking a major milestone in its journey towards carbon neutrality by 2050.
28 Jul 2026
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Sherwin-Williams and BodyShop News Africa Support the Next Generation of Automotive Journalists
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.
17 Aug 2026
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Surventis to Spotlight the Body Shop of the Future at Automechanika Frankfurt 2026
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.
13 Aug 2026
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Record Entry Numbers Set Stage for Automechanika Innovation Awards 2026
Automechanika Frankfurt's Innovation Awards have attracted a record 185 entries for 2026, with 47 finalists shortlisted across ten categories highlighting the latest advances in the global automotive aftermarket.
31 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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The Hidden Savings Behind Expensive Smart-Car Repairs
Modern vehicle repairs are becoming more expensive due to advanced driver assistance technologies and increasing vehicle complexity, but these same systems are helping prevent crashes and reducing overall insurance losses.
13 Aug 2026
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BMW’s Spider-Man Dashboard Stunt Shows How Fragile Digital Ownership Has Become
A Spider-Man promotion displayed on BMW infotainment screens via an over-the-air update has reignited debate about digital ownership, privacy and the growing power carmakers have over connected vehicles after they are sold.
13 Aug 2026
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Ford Stresses Seatbelt and ADAS Checks in Collision Repair
Ford is reinforcing the importance of comprehensive seatbelt and advanced driver assistance system inspections following collision repairs, with its latest OnTarget newsletter highlighting the procedures repairers need to follow to restore vehicles to their original safety performance.
11 Aug 2026
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Toyota Factory Upgrade Programme Gives Older Vehicles a New Lease on Life
Toyota is expanding its Factory Upgrade programme in Japan, allowing owners of selected older Toyota, Lexus and GR models to retrofit modern technology using genuine factory-approved parts.
05 Aug 2026
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PPG Introduces Quickline Waterborne Refinish System for Modern Repair Shops
PPG has introduced its Quickline waterborne refinish system, offering collision repairers a complete range of products designed to deliver consistent colour, efficient application and quality finishes across a variety of workshop conditions.
11 Aug 2026
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Challenger Lifts Introduces Mobile Adapter Cart to Improve Workshop Efficiency
Challenger Lifts has unveiled a new mobile Adapter Cart designed to keep lift accessories organised and within easy reach, helping workshops improve productivity and streamline daily operations.
06 Aug 2026
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Sagola targets South African comeback with renewed distribution strategy
Spanish spray equipment manufacturer Sagola is rebuilding its presence in South Africa through a strengthened distribution network, local warehousing and expanded training initiatives aimed at the automotive refinish industry.
04 Aug 2026
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Pink tools: Clever marketing or a practical choice?
Walk into almost any hardware store or browse online for DIY equipment and you'll likely come across a range of bright pink drills, screwdrivers and toolkits.
04 Aug 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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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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