

ComputerLogic refreshes PMCLogic to strengthen paint and materials control
ComputerLogic has introduced an updated version of PMCLogic, its fully automated paint and materials management platform for collision repair businesses.

From Nissan Legacy to Chery Vision: Rosslyn’s Transformation
The Rosslyn automotive plant in Pretoria, once a bastion of Japanese manufacturing strength, has entered a new phase under the stewardship of Chery Automobile.

BASF Coatings Becomes Surventis and Begins New Chapter as Independent Business
Surventis has officially launched as an independent company, marking the completion of its carve-out from BASF and positioning the former BASF Coatings business as a major global player in automotive coatings and surface treatment.

New Automotive Hub Set to Drive Opportunity in Alexandra
The City of Johannesburg is preparing to bring the Alexandra Automotive Hub into operation, creating a platform for township enterprise development, technical skills training and wider participation in the automotive value chain.

Ford’s Quality Comeback Shows AI Needs Human Memory
Ford’s quality improvement highlights why artificial intelligence works best when it is guided by the practical knowledge of experienced engineers and specialists.

Plasnomics to Launch Global Benchmark Plastic Repair Centre in US, No Plans for South Africa
Plasnomics will open its first Plastic Repair Excellence Centre in Dallas, Texas, as the company develops a global repair-first model for automotive plastics, although there are currently no plans for a similar facility in South Africa.

SAMBRA Urges Insurers to Broaden Fuel Relief as Repairers Face Mounting Cost Pressure
SAMBRA is calling on insurers to introduce more consistent fuel relief measures, warning that rising operating costs continue to place significant pressure on South Africa's motor body repair industry.

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.

Tiny Car Accessories, Serious Crash Risks
Decorative steering wheel accessories may appear harmless, but safety warnings and medical reports show they can become dangerous projectiles during airbag deployment, causing severe injuries in crashes.

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.

Rising Vehicle Technology is Changing the Repair Landscape in South Africa
South Africa’s vehicle repair sector is facing increasing complexity as advanced driver assistance systems and digital technologies become standard across the car parc, reshaping workshop requirements and repair processes.

EU Backs Tougher Circular Economy Rules for Cars
The European Parliament has approved new circular economy regulations that will require vehicle manufacturers to improve recyclability, increase recycled material use and strengthen end-of-life vehicle responsibility.