EU Moves Toward Stronger Rules for End of Life Vehicles in Drive for Circular Automotive Economy
The European Union (EU) is set to introduce significantly strengthened rules governing how vehicles are designed, built and dismantled after...
Motus Says Incentive Re alignment Prevents Further Retrenchments
Motus says changes to incentives and company car benefits aim to protect jobs, cut costs and avoid retrenchments amid talks with MISA.
Brand diversification is reshaping South Africa’s motor body repair sector — and the system is struggling to keep up
Brand diversification is reshaping South Africa’s motor body repair sector — and the system is struggling to keep up
African Automotive Coatings Market Holds Promising Future
While Africa accounts for only about 2. 5% of the global paint and coatings market by value, its automotive coatings segment, especially...
Nissan to sell Rosslyn plant to Chery
Nissan ends local manufacturing at Rosslyn, selling plant to Chery SA. Most staff retained as Nissan shifts to importing vehicles in 2026.
A Case Study of the Dire Consequences of Ignoring OEM Repair Rules
SAMBRA urges strict OEM repairs after a US court fined $31M for a glued roof causing injuries, highlighting risks for local insurers and workshops.
Recycled Auto Parts Market Gains Momentum as Costs and Climate Pressures Rise
The global market for recycled automotive parts is expanding steadily as higher input costs, tightening environmental regulations and demand for...
Security Tips for Collision Repair Shops
Collision repair shops occupy a unique and demanding position within the automotive industry. Every day, repairers are entrusted with customers’...
Green and Grey Reshape Car Colour Trends for 2025 says BASF Colour Report
BASF’s 2025 Colour Report shows a shift to expressive, nature-inspired automotive colours, with green leading and traditional shades declining.
Vehicle Safety Shouldn’t Die on the Altar of Affordability, says U.S. Expert
In his article Sacrificing Safety Is Not the Way to Make Cars Affordable, David Harkey, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway...
South Africa’s Motor Repair Sector Gears Up for a New Era of AI
South Africa’s automotive repair sector is undergoing a profound transformation, fuelled not only by the rapid rise of electric and hybrid...
SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood
SAMBRA specialists dispel common motor body repair myths – and reveal what your MBR wishes you understood