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A Botswana competition case could influence insurer-repairer relationships and reshape vehicle repair markets across Southern Africa.
BASF Coatings appoints Steve Arndt as Senior VP of Global Automotive Refinish Coatings, succeeding Chris Titmarsh in July 2026.
Mahle says the future of mobility will rely on diverse technologies, with efficiency, adaptability and regional needs driving adoption.
Parliaments SCOPA moves to pursue charges against former RAF CEO Collins Letsoalo over summons breach amid renewed call for accountability and reform
South Africa’s automotive industry shows strong regional clustering, with production in coastal provinces and sales led by Gauteng demand., Master
MAHLE says Africa’s automotive future depends on flexible technologies, local production and regional cooperation to drive growth.
BASF Coatings wins Sustainability Award for its OFLA overspray-free painting process cutting waste, energy use and emissions in automotive production
BASF Coatings is driving robotics-led paint repair innovation, linking digital colour systems with automated application for modern body shops.
US motor insurance is shifting as distracted driving, rising claims costs and price sensitivity reshape risk and underwriting in 2026. Master
Glasurit becomes official paint provider for WorldSkills 2026 in Wollongong, supporting automotive refinish training and skills development.
Plasnomic completes phase one of global polypropylene bumper weld benchmarking, advancing evidence-led OEM repair standards for collision industry.
Volvo says windscreens must be genuine OEM glass fitted at approved centres, as modern glass supports safety systems and requires calibration.