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DIY: How to repair car scratches

Nov, 15 2019, 14:59

If you are passionate about your car, there are few things more irritating than unsightly scratches caused by accidents, vandalism and parking lot carelessness. To fix these types of scratches, panel beaters and experts could cost a fortune.

The future of the South African Motor Body Repair industry

Nov, 15 2019, 14:46

Anyone currently active in the MBR sector, who has their head buried in the sand thinking they can continue to do business as usual, will probably be out of business in three years. This applies to each of the key players in the formal MBR sector inc

No Code of Conduct but Guidelines instead

Jul, 10 2019, 23:40

The Competition Commission has communicated to all stakeholders in the automotive industry advising that the implementation of a single industry-wide Code of Conduct (Çode) is not feasible.

The small town dealer decline - What this means for motorists

Apr, 25 2019, 22:42

The migration of dealerships out of small towns has left many motorists inconvenienced and having to incur extra costs to have their vehicles serviced.

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How to care for your turbo

Apr, 30 2019, 11:57

Turbochargers are critical components to an engine’s reliable operation, correct emission production, and under bonnet thermal management. The turbocharger, although situated outside the engine, is fed the same oil as the engine from the very engines

Structure of SA MBR sector to "change dramatically"

Apr, 08 2019, 07:45

According to Richard Green, National Director of the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), the current structure of the Motor Body Repair sector in South Africa is poised to change dramatically.

SAMBRA awards top partners and suppliers

Feb, 11 2019, 01:35

The recent SAMBRA awards has unveiled the organisation's top winners for the 2017 / 2018 period at an event in Johannesburg.

R2R expands across industries

Jan, 25 2019, 03:46

As South Africa is preparing for implementation of an automotive industry code that supports the Right to Repair (R2R), the European Union, United States and other countries are starting to implement R2R in other industries.

Apprenticeship programmes powering auto aftermarket sector

Dec, 03 2018, 06:29

“Currently there are also many people who have been working in the industry for years without a formal trade certificate. We aim to make formal training the norm, to improve the industry’s credibility and promote it as a professional career."

R2R means competitive pricing and job creation

Dec, 03 2018, 06:17

Fair competition means parts and servicing prices will drop and as vehicle owners have greater choice, they will be more willing to service their vehicles regularly. There’s no doubt this will lead to increased employment and job opportunities.”