General Motors today announced the reorganisation of its Chevrolet business in Southeast Asia. Its units in Thailand, Indonesia and Vietnam will be placed under a new leadership team led by incoming GM Southeast Asia President Ian Nicholls,… more

Team South Africa has once again claimed the Gold medals and defended their title of international amateur 4x4 precision driving champions in the Spirit of Amarok Trophy, which took place in the Kalahari Desert on 13-19 August. Not only does Team… more

Today Isuzu Motors South Africa announced a number of key leadership appointments in support of the purchase of the Isuzu related assets from General Motors South Africa, effective January 2018 and subject to various regulatory approvals: Haruyasu… more

Innovative full-service aftermarket kit allows for VW T5 models to be retrofitted with VW T6-type strut mounts Design-optimised MEYLE-HD part delivers significantly longer service life than its OE equivalent All MEYLE-HD parts come with a four-year… more

Exciting new models and innovative event formats from the inventor of the automobile Stuttgart/Frankfurt. For its appearance at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) from 14 to 24 September 2017, Mercedes-Benz is reinforcing its ambition to… more

Local petrol heads are set to be thrilled at the hottest event on this year’s motorsport calendar, the Gumtree World Rallycross of South Africa. Tickets are now on sale for the action-packed weekend, to be held at Killarney International Raceway in… more

Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) receives three awards at the annual Eastern Cape Exporters Club Awards On Friday 18 August, VWSA walked away with three awards at the Eastern Cape's Exporters Club Awards. These three awards, namely the 2017 SJM… more

The Q2 2017 TransUnion (NYSE: TRU) Consumer Credit Index (CCI) increased and continued to indicate marginally improving consumer credit health. The encouraging data come in the wake of news that South Africa fell into recession in Q1 after two… more

Over 200 African business leaders in Cape Town for GIL 2017: Africa - the Growth, Innovation and Leadership summit CAPE TOWN, South Africa – 22 August 2017 – It has been noted that, despite local challenges and global volatility, Africa still… more

BestDrive promotes Continental Vision Zero message amongst female dealers Off-road driving experience helps sharpen driving skills Defensive driving is the single most important skill that South African women can acquire to ensure that they and… more

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A record attendance is set for My Business Expo and Business StartUp Show Cape Town, to be hosted this week on Thursday 24 August 2017 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). This all impressive entrepreneurial show case is on… more

Wheel Well is still looking for a few more cyclists to join their team Our Destination: Wheel Well strives to be the most visible, audible and effective change agent in Road Safety for Children in South Africa thereby reducing the death toll of… more

If you do anything for long enough it becomes automatic. Driving can be like that, although of course it shouldn't. Still, consider how many times you arrive at point B with the feeling like you drove there on autopilot. While you were checked-out,… more

SKF is offering a consistent range for the Isuzu KB on our roads since 2007. See attached Production Information Sheet for more information. SKF Product Information more

The new BMW M5 (fuel consumption combined: 10.5 l/100 km*; CO2 emissions combined: 241 g/km*) takes BMW M GmbH into new territory, with M xDrive all-wheel drive featuring in the high-performance sedan for the first time. This change of tack sees the… more

Dubai. The third generation of Porsche’s Cayenne is in the starting blocks. The new edition of this successful model, which has achieved more than 760,000 sales since 2002, has undergone a complex and challenging series of examinations. Taking place… more

2 to 12 August 2018 Tangerang, August 21, 2017 - GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2018 will be once again take place at Indonesia Convention Exhibition (ICE), Tangerang on 2 to 12 August 2018. That certainty is delivered by Rizwan… more

Gone are the days of trawling through pages and pages of car listings to find your ideal car, only to contact the dealer and not get a response. The launch of a ground-breaking, new, dealer-facing app is changing the way dealers and buyers… more

There is already an encouraging response from delegates wishing to attend CAR’s Digital Dealer Conference, sponsored by the Innovation Group, and co-located with the WesBank SA Motoring Experience at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and Conference… more

It helps to be a petrol head if you are to navigate for former South African champion Terence Marsh in a Red-Lined Nissan Navara on the Sun City 400, the penultimate round of this year’s South African Cross Country Series (SACCS), at the Pilanesberg… more

Hyundai Motorsport finished Rallye Deutschland in disappointing eighth place after a troublesome weekend. Dramas for all three crews prevented team from mounting a stronger challenge. Dani Sordo took maximum five points in the rally-concluding Power… more

AMG Sports Exterior 18-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels LED High Performance headlamps Avantgarde Interior line Multifunction sports steering wheel Exclusive interior trim combination The Mercedes-Benz C-Class sedan range has a new model called… more

Ten iconic displays will pay tribute to classic cars and happenings in the world of South African motorsport as well as to legendary Sarel van der Merwe at the WesBank SA Motoring Experience at Kyalami from September 1-3. The display area, sponsored… more

Saturday’s Arnold Chatz Cars Mopar African Endurance Three Hour at Dezzi Raceway, Oslo Beach on the KZN South Coast proved a scintillating race of attrition survived best by Jaki Schekter and Greg Parton, whose Drizit Lamborghini Huracan won by the… more

This article is a fourth draft. The first version was not good enough; neither were the second and third versions! Only, as a result of honest feedback and hard work, did it finally get its stamp of approval. Each version, albeit imperfect, was an… more

Tyres disperse much less water as tread depth decreases With less than 3 mm of tread left, tyres should be replaced In aquaplaning, lift off the accelerator, keep the steering wheel steady, and don't brake if possible With many regions of South… more

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SAPICS, a professional knowledge-based association for the supply chain community across Africa at its latest annual general meeting, recently appointed new members to its board, ensuring that senior supply chain professionals with a wealth of… more

G.U.D. Holdings is pleased to announce another exciting acquisition to its portfolio of leading automotive products with the addition of Holts (Pty) Ltd. Holts (Pty) Ltd will now be known as G.U.D. Chemicals (Pty) Ltd. The car care product company… more

MasterTips: Maintenance mistakes to avoid [WATCH] A well-maintained car is one important part of road safety. Yet, in the same way, this is how these maintenance mistakes can be counteractive to that. MasterTest: Driving expressions: the Toyota C-HR… more

Since the market launch in 2008, the sales figures of the successful GLC and its predecessor GLK reached more than one million vehicles. The model is produced at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen and shipped globally. Did you know that. the… more

AA calls for swift action before more serious incidents occur The crash on the M1 south in Gauteng this morning (SUBS:: 17 August), involving vehicles from the Presidential Protection Unit (PPU), or so-called Blue Light Brigade, is cause for great… more

The Mercedes-AMG Performance Tour celebrates 50 Years of Performance Driving at this year's SA Festival of Motoring at the Kyalami racetrack. AMG - these three letters stand worldwide for supreme automotive performance, exclusivity, efficiency and… more

Midrand/Amersfoort. Last weekend, 28 BMW GS riders participated in the BMW Motorrad GS Trophy National Qualifier 2017, just outside Amersfoort in Mpumalanga. All the participants were competing for a place on the teams that will participate at the… more

New Renault Captur evolves to the next level, presenting an even more formidable alternative within the Compact Crossover segment, offering stronger design and a more intuitive drive Diverse engines and powerplants enhance the range offering to meet… more

Hyundai Motorsport has its sights set on victory in Rallye Deutschland, as the WRC returns to tarmac this weekend for the first time since April's Tour de Corse, where the team scored the first of its three wins of the 2017 season to date. The… more

The social media reward campaign also includes valuable vouchers for two winners every week ALGER, Algeria, August 2017 - Federal-Mogul Motorparts’ (www.FMmotorparts.com) fans are in for a special surprise as the high-quality aftermarket car parts… more

Recovery of the automotive component vertical and resilience from the energy storage vertical delivers an excellent half year performance Operating profit was 36% higher at R355 million while operating margins improved to 8.71% Headline earnings per… more

Winner of IF Design Award 2017 and red dot design award PremiumContact 6 is Continental's new-generation tyre for mid-range and luxury vehicles Already setting the benchmark in international tyre tests Continental's exceptional new PremiumContact 6… more

The first ever car to be bodied by Carrozzeria Frua, a Fiat 1100, is set to appear at the Concours of Elegance Built in 1946, this Fiat 1100 Frua Barchetta is the first example of Frua’s work, which also includes the Maserati A6G Gran Sport Recently… more

South African motorists will soon find out whether or not they’ve been driving a true winner, as Gumtree South Africa announces their intention to launch the country’s first ever Pre-Owned Car Awards. The inaugural event is set to take place in… more

UD Trucks announced the establishment of a new dealership in Harrismith, Free State. The dealership, which will officially open its doors on 4 September, is strategically located inside the Highway Junction truck stop right of the busy N3 highway,… more

Midrand/Mpumalanga. 26 years ago, Esther Mahlangu, a South African Ndebele artist, was the first woman to create artwork on a BMW 525i Sedan turning it into a unique and colourful BMW Art Car. In 2016, Esther was once again commissioned by the BMW… more

Video on the "MEYLE TV" YouTube channel explains how to test shock absorber function Manufacturers recommend that the shock absorbers be checked at the workshop every 80,000 driven kilometres. Shocks and struts are put under heavy strain during… more

MAN with its special TGS agricultural truck at the MAN stand in Hall 16 The agricultural sector offers various opportunities for using trucks A variety of transport tasks are arising in agricultural business and for contracted hauliers. Thanks to… more

Ever feel under the weather, when the weather goes under? Guess what, your car battery does too. more

Stronger international fuel prices and a gradually weakening Rand are signalling a hefty jump in the price of all fuel types at the end of August. This is the view of the Automobile Association, which is commenting on unaudited mid-month fuel price… more

Racing driver and team founder Mattias Ekström relies on MAN efficiency and performance for team's logistics in World Rallycross Championship Fully-equipped MAN TGX 18.580 XXL with D38 engine is latest EKS team member MAN Truck & Bus extending its… more

Ford GT '67 Heritage edition with unique red-and-white-stripe livery celebrates 1967 Le Mans-winning GT40 Mark IV race car driven by all-American team of Dan Gurney and A.J. Foyt Ford GT '67 Heritage edition honoring historic No. 1 race car… more

At this year's World Expo in Astana, Kazakhstan, MAN Truck & Bus will be presenting the first low-floor city bus with CNG drive for Central Asia. Launch of the first MAN low-floor gas bus, produced by MAN Auto Uzbekistan Expansion of the joint… more

The South African Weather Service is predicting cold and wet weather, as well as snow in certain parts, in the latter half of the week, starting today (SUBS:: 16 August). The Weather Service says temperatures could plummet to as low as 5 degrees… more

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) presents the refreshed 2017 Fiat Panda, with the range including the 4x4 and Cross versions for the first time in nearly a decade. Since launching locally in 2013, the Panda range has expanded from the Easy and Lounge… more

All attempts to stop the implementation of safeguard duties have failed. According to an announcement by the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti), safeguard duties came into effect on 11 August 2017. From this date import duties of 22 percent… more

Review: Round 6 AutObarn SuperHatch Extreme Festival Zwartkops 12 August The round 6 of the AutObarn SuperHatch series is always very competitive at the Zwartkops Raceway and Saturday’s race was no exception, in fact it seems to get better as the… more

It is time for you to showcase your driving talent as round two of Speed Stars' nationwide search for public contestants comes to the Volkswagen Stand at the South African Motoring Experience. This year, at the South African Motoring Experience… more

SKF is offering a consistent range for the Fiat Tipo on our roads since 2016. Download Production Information Sheet below for more information. SKF Product Information more

With racism at St Johns College and Windsor House Academy under the spotlight last week, Strata-G Labour Solutions advises companies, including schools, to make sure they adopt appropriate strategies and implement relevant policies in order to… more

Around the globe, travel and tourism plays a big part in the performance of the economies of countries, as well as in job creation. In fact, for the past six years, the worldwide rate of growth within the travel and tourism sector, has outperformed… more

New Temperature-Controlled Packaging to Support Pharmaceutical Requirements JOHANNESBURG, Aug. 14, 2017—FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), the world’s largest express transportation company, has introduced new temperature… more

In a surprise outcome at round six of the Investchem Formula 1600 championship on Saturday, Stuart White (8 - Fantastic Racing) claimed victory at Zwartkops Raceway ahead of the championship leader, Julian van der Watt (42 - Race Driver SA). Until… more

The ATS Motorsport Young Guns, Richard Leeke and Henry Köhne, intend to continue where they left off a month ago when the fifth round of the South African National Rally Championship gets underway in Bronkhorstspruit on August 18. The Electrothread… more

Aurecon has partnered with the City of Tshwane in support of its road to sustainability initiative which strives for a clean and green City and also aligned to the objectives of the National Development Plan 2030. This initiative involves minimising… more

Review: Engen Volkswagen Cup – Rd 6, 12th August Devin Robertson dominated the sixth round of the Engen Volkwagen Cup in a manner seldom seen before while giving his championship aspirations a major boost with two rounds remaining. The Payen VW Polo… more

Sasol GTC2 Review: Rd 6 – 12th August Brad Liebenberg and Chris Shorter won the hearts of the Zwartkops fans as they raced their Ferodo and Champion MINI John Cooper Works hard in the sixth round of the Sasol GTC Championship on Saturday, changing… more

Engen Xtreme Team’s Michael Stephen has taken the Sasol GTC Championship lead for the first time in 2017, after a commanding performance this past weekend that saw the 12-time national champion take back-to-back race wins at round six of the… more

Stephen, Robertson, White Kings of Extreme Saturday’s Zwartkops Sasol Race Day action proved extreme in every sense of the word with a large and appreciative crowd treated to Extreme Festival thrills, spills and sensational action throughout, on a… more

Podium finish for Mathew Hodges in Race 1 Another podium finish for teammate Daniel Rowe in Race 2 Dominant performance from Keagan Masters included fastest lap in qualifying and two race wins in GTC2 Category GTC2 title within Masters' grasp with… more

Through the city in an extravagant digital camouflage design. The new BMW X2* still has some time to go before its highly anticipated world premiere. But even though it’s still in its development phase, the latest Sports Activity Coupé from the BMW… more

Put Your Bike on Show at Bike Buyers the largest and most trusted purchasers of motorcycles in South Africa. Bike Buyers, a division of Fire It Up! is situated in Fourways and is well known nationally for purchasing premium motorcycles and paying… more

Premium design meets sophisticated technology in an advanced SUV package Bold aesthetics underscore new Honda CR-V’s advanced design First CR-V to offer high-power, high-efficiency turbo engine technology Premium interior focuses on comfort, style,… more

Mercedes-Benz South Africa and the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation celebrate women in sport Mercedes-Benz South Africa and Laureus passionate about making change through sport Six annual sports-themed breakfasts with seasoned sporting… more

From November 2017 onwards, the CFRP driveshaft in the BMW M3 Sedan, BMW M4 Coupe and BMW M4 Convertible high-performance sports cars (fuel consumption combined: 9.5 – 8.3 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined: 218 –194 g/km) will be gradually replaced… more

Profit Before Tax improvement of £10m in second half of FY 2016/17 Positive EBITDA of £2m for FY 2016/17 (up £18.2m) Sales up 57% in mainland Europe and six-fold sales growth in North America Lotus is now self-sufficient and sustainable, and on… more

Year-to-date electrified sales increase 74.8% to 50,711 BMW Group delivers 1,401,551 vehicles in ytd, up 4.3% BMW Group sales in July up 0.4% to 180,726 The BMW Group had its best July ever, with global sales in the month totalling 180,726, a 0.4%… more

Due to the local demand for the Castrol R the Castrol Classic team have committed to a large order and limited stocks are now available for customers. Most riders, racers and drivers will remember the great and famous aroma of the popular Castrol R… more

MasterTips: Passengers put your feet up…or not If you are a passenger who often rests your feet on the dashboard this might make you think twice about doing this in the future. MasterTest: Driving expressions: the Honda Civic Type R There is no… more

First National Battery has been awarded formidable recognition in a permanent certificate number (PN 100) for their 4 Volt 4 Amp Intrinsic Safe (IS) Lead Acid LED Miners Cap Lamp. The Valve Regulated Lead Acid IS Cap Lamp was designed to comply with… more

Expansion of human‑robot cooperation Safe collaboration between man and machine without protective fence Rapid implementation due to integration as a module New robot colleague in the assembly of Audi A4/A5 models: People and robot now work there… more

The countdown to the start of the third annual International Spirit of Amarok has begun. The competition, which will see teams from South Africa, Australia, Botswana, Germany, Namibia, Russia and the United Kingdom battling it out to be named the… more

Passenger market Leader with 22.8% share Nearly a quarter of all cars sold in South Africa supplied by Volkswagen Group South Africa On-going progress in Africa expansion Employees remain focal point Volkswagen Group South, the country's leading… more

FlexQube and Proterra has together during 2017 designed and implemented more than 25 different designs of material handling carts for Proterra’s electric bus plants in Greenville, SC and Los Angeles, CA. The total value of the delivered solutions… more

Davanti Tyres, a UK based, but internationally renowned tyre brand announces a commercial partnership deal as Everton Football Club's official tyre partner from 2017. A three-year commercial sponsorship deal was signed in August 2017 between Alan… more

R42 million fund to focus on skills and enterprise development Trust to begin operations in January 2018 Initial focus on the training of specialised automation technicians. Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) on Tuesday 8 August, announced the… more

Ford identifies five global mobility megatrends Ford Smart Mobility is a long-term plan to use innovation and big data to take Ford to the next level Projects developed over the past three years already include connectivity, mobility, autonomous… more

The seventh month of the year saw the commercial vehicle market experience negative growth in all three truck sub-segments of the market. This is according to the latest results released by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of… more

Only one point separates the top three crews in Class P With three close championships the Special Vehicle category in the South African Cross Country Series (SACCS), the two remaining events on the calendar are scheduled for an explosive climax.… more

Introduces SKYACTIV-X, world's first commercial petrol engine to use compression ignition Mazda Motor Corporation announced 'Sustainable Zoom-Zoom 2030', a new long-term vision for technology development that looks ahead to the year 2030. As part of… more

Making new additions to its range of high-temperature sensors Hamburg-based manufacturer MEYLE now offers some 150 different HTS applications to fit over 26 million vehicles in Europe Precise measurements for maximum fuel efficiency and minimum… more

Volkswagen Show of Hands volunteer programme comes to the aid of Bathabile Primary School Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) upgrade facilities and leave a legacy Bathabile Primary School is a farm school situated in Olievenhoutsbosch, Centurion.… more

On 3 August 2017, a brand new Tiger Wheel & Tyre store opened at the Mokopane Plaza at the corner of Schoeman and de Klerk Streets in Mokopane, Limpopo. The store will be managed by Kamogelo Joubert Mothoa, who will be ably assisted by a team of… more

More than 70,000 people were seriously injured and over 210,000 people suffered minor injuries in road accidents in South Africa in 2016. If you have been involved in a car accident and it is not your fault, you may wish to claim compensation for… more

Groupe Renault, IDRO and PARTO NEGIN NASEH Co (NEGIN Holding) are announcing the creation of a new joint venture company in Iran to boost Renault's presence in the country and step up the brand's growth. The joint venture follows on from the… more

As we celebrate women this month, Pieter Niemand, Director of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), shares some important tips every woman driver should be aware of. Storage Compartment: It's a car... not an extension of the wardrobe! The… more

It is becoming increasingly clear that the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) is committed to protecting Acelor Mittal SA (AMSA), notwithstanding the potential extreme adversarial impact it will have on the Steel Downstream and South African… more

INTRODUCTION The New Beetle is one of the world's best known, most loved and most individual cars. Volkswagen has refined the lifestyle icon's design, engineering and technology. For the South African market, Volkswagen is launching a limited… more

Deliveries of 190,200 Mercedes-Benz vans in total Stuttgart - Mercedes-Benz Vans has recorded a significant increase in sales in the first half of 2017. With deliveries of 190,200 vehicles in all, the Vans division of Daimler surpassed the previous… more

Strong metal version in original part quality for the first time Complex, heat resistant metal structures possible "at the touch of a button" Cost-effective, rapid and flexible production of small batches 3D parts supply for spare parts, special… more

With its high-tech suspension, a new five-cylinder engine with best-in-class performance and a sharper look, the all new Audi RS 3 Sedan and RS3 Sportback are at the top of their class. RS-specific details in the interior and the unmatched sound of… more

Dealers praised for outstanding results Multi-disciplinary approach used to award winners Zanzibar, Tanzania - Daimler Trucks & Buses (comprising of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Freightliner, FUSO Trucks and Buses, Mercedes-Benz Bus & Coach and Western… more

The city and the car have been interacting for generations, but this latest phase of their evolution is different, writes the Head of Audi South Africa Trevor Hill Ever-increasing urbanisation and the subsequent demand for development of cities is… more

Renowned for its Africa Record of the most Land Cruisers found on one premises at the same time, as well as the longest Land Cruiser convoy, the Land Cruiser Festival is back with a vengeance to break its own Africa Record yet again. The festival… more

View Image Gallery The Lazarus Motor Group, the largest and arguably one of the best dealers in Tshwane, used its sponsorship of the very popular Cars in the Park festival as part of the programme to celebrate the company’s 60-year history, with… more

New dynamics: Futuroad Expo and Scalex Johannesburg will take place as co-located shows during Automechanika Johannesburg Trucks, vans, buses, the transport and logistics industries, as well as materials handling will feature strongly at… more

The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport: South Africa (CILTSA) has secured funding from the Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) for the training of 30 employed women and is inviting employers to enrol learners for this… more

Reflecting Imperial Logistics’ commitment to forging true partnerships that drive clients’ competitiveness along every link in their supply chain, the group has invested in a fleet of branded vehicles to match the new corporate identity of… more

Last week’s fuel price increase sees South Africans paying increases of 1.5% and 2.6% on petrol and diesel respectively. Under these conditions, fuel efficiency is an increasingly important factor for budget conscious vehicle buyers. Head of… more

The Investchem Formula 1600 championship reaches round six on Saturday, August 12, when the competitors assemble at Zwartkops Raceway in Pretoria. There are just three rounds left this season and now every lap, every point, every advantage counts.… more

Motul makes a huge commitment to the SA Springbok Vets MX team competing in the Int. MXDN World Championship event at Farleigh Castle in the UK IN Sept The Motul Oil and lubrication group has a reputation in the market place for their most… more

Sandton, South Africa – The Sasol GTC Racing Team, the only team with two proven winners in its stable, goes into round six of the Sasol GTC Championship with high expectations for a strong performance in front of their sponsors at Zwartkops Raceway… more

The National Treasury and the South African Revenue Services recently introduced The Draft Taxation Laws Amendment Bill to Parliament and proposes the removal of the foreign remuneration tax exemption, with effect 1 March 2019. South African tax… more

The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) continues to be counter-cyclical in the current economic environment. In 2017, the IDC demonstrated its ability to support industrial diversification of the local economy and recorded impressive growth,… more

There is general consensus that SMMEs are immensely important if South Africa wants to be able to unlock economic opportunities and achieve economic growth and job creation. That is if SMMEs are liberated to fulfil this role. In South Africa this is… more

Hamburg spare parts manufacturer MEYLE is supplying clutch boosters in MEYLE‑ORIGINAL quality for the "tankpool24" Racing Team's racing trucks Frequent gear-changing during races means that clutch boosters are exposed to exceptionally high loads… more

Extensive distribution network sees premium automotive parts brand gain market share in the UAE and MENA region Federal-Mogul Motorparts (www.FMMotorparts.com), a division of Federal-Mogul LLC, has strengthened its strategic partnership with… more

Although timeframes are far off, SA may benefit through lessons learnt in other countries The Automobile Association (AA) has received a number of queries following reports that the United Kingdom will ban all new petrol and diesel vehicles on its… more

Audi South Africa has retained the number-one position for customer experience in the South African motor industry for the fifth consecutive year in the annual IPSOS CCE Awards. Audi received the Gold award for Passenger Car Purchasing Experience as… more

More comprehensive show structure compliments flourishing Vietnamese market, with dedicated Motorcycle and Tyre Competence The second edition of Automechanika Ho Chi Minh City will open its doors once again from 25 – 27 April 2018, with an even more… more

Dunlop, long regarded as one of the most iconic and recognisable tyre brands in the world has done it once again, emerging as the winner of the tyres category in the 2017/2018 Ask Afrika Icon Brands Survey. The win comes as the fifth triumph since… more

Volvo Cars and Geely Holding, the Chinese car group, Friday completed the formation of two new entities to share existing and future technology and provide the economies of scale that will allow them to more rapidly develop next generation… more

Following a probe into practices in the motor industry by the Competition Commission earlier this year, Right to Repair SA (R2RSA) says progress is being made on a Code of Conduct that will bring much-needed change. Gunther Schmitz, Vice-chairman of… more

MasterTips: The most feared car crash What kind of car crash do you fear the most? The results of a recent study indicate most of us may be in fear of the wrong thing. MasterTest: Driving expressions: the Hyundai Grand i10 The best way to describe… more

Commenting on the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of July, 2017 – released today for public consumption on the website of the Department of Trade & Industry – the Association said that aggregate domestic new vehicle sales had recorded an… more

Showing incremental improvements through each round of the 2017 Sasol GTC Africa, all bodes well for the Engen Xtreme Team ahead of Round Six at Zwartkops Raceway on Saturday, 12 August. This is according to team principal, Terry Moss, who believes… more

Engen Volkswagen Cup returns to popular Zwartkops Raceway for the second time in 2017 Round 6 could be pivotal in overall championship outcome Devin Robertson still holds a commanding lead despite a poor result during Round 5 All eyes will be on… more

TrenTyre introduces FleetFirst, a tyre management solution offered by Goodyear. FleetFirst is currently taking care of over 200 000 trucks in 28 European countries, helping fleet operators to reduce both downtime and total cost of ownership.… more

The MAN Bus Modification Center has fitted out the new team bus for the FCPorto soccer team. In the NEOPLAN Skyliner, the talented players and team can not only travel to their matches in comfort, but also relax before and after the matches. The MAN… more

When the NEOPLAN Skyliner was introduced in 1967, it immediately gained countless fans as the world's first double-decker coach. Among them, Voyages Leroy. The Belgian tour operator bought the first double-decker in Belgium. Since then, it has… more

Tiger Wheel & Tyre Pretoria CBD has shiny new premises at the corner of Nana Sita and Sophie de Bruyn Streets - a better-situated location that offers improved driving access as well as on-site parking. While the store is brand new, loyal customers… more

Tiger Wheel & Tyre has launched a new programme to reward customers. Joining Advantage Plus now gives vehicle owners exclusive access to members-only special offers, great deals and the means to quickly and securely access the brand's online store.… more

112 Uitenhage Primary Children taking part in the Young Entrepreneurs Foundation Programme Teaching children vital entrepreneurial and financial literacy skills On 31 July 2017, the Young Entrepreneurs (YE) Foundation launched its first programme in… more

To mark its half-century, Mercedes-AMG calls on South Africa to imitate its distinctive engine growl After 50 years of Driving Performance, Mercedes-AMG has given the world one distinctly recognisable voice: the signature growl of the AMG engine. To… more

The HondaJet is taking part in a modern day spin on the classic Around the World in 80 Days when a pair of customers take it on a global tour beginning August 4. Honda Aircraft's customers Julian and Kim MacQueen will fly their HondaJet to up to 26… more

Subaru Southern Africa has appointed South African Rui Silva as its new Managing Director. Having joined Subaru Southern Africa in 1994 as an accountant, 2 years after the brand was established in South Africa, Mr. Silva has enjoyed a long-standing… more

More than 9,0-million CR-Vs sold globally since 1995 Fourth-generation CR-V is world's best-selling SUV (JATO, CY2013-2016) Two decades and four generations of CR-V success in South Africa The current Honda CR-V is the world's Best-Selling SUV, with… more

The Volvo S90, which made its debut in South Africa in January 2017, is now available in sportier and more athletic R-Design guise. Available with all four available engines, the new R-Design models add a more dynamic level of appeal to the thus-far… more

Character-building…in PR-speak that’s the best way to describe the past weekend for Richard Leeke and Henry Köhne - aka the ATS Motorsport Young Guns. The Harrismith 400, which ended just outside the Free State town of that name on July 29, didn’t… more

From being a TV star to surrogate mom to many orphaned cheetah cubs that come to N/a'an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary in Namibia, Lucky has lived quite the life. You might remember Luck as the three-legged cheetah which captured the hearts of South… more

Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) upgrades Mngcunube Primary School VWSA Employees living the spirit of Nelson Mandela Saturday 29 July 2017, marked the 14th VWSA community volunteer project run in Nelson Mandela Bay Metro and the 20th… more

Port Elizabeth - Goodyear South Africa employees came together at Stephen Nkomo Primary School in Kwanobuhle on 26 July 2017, with one goal in mind - to see 577 learners smile for 67 minutes. The excitement was tangible when the learners saw the… more

Serco has completed delivery of 24 dry freight trucks and trailers to EPX Courier Services to add to the client’s expanding fleet which operates country-wide. EPX Courier Services is an overnight express delivery company specialising in services… more

Concours of Elegance has revealed the official poster for 2017, featuring some of the seven rare Ferraris confirmed to attend On Ferrari’s 70th anniversary, the Concours is hosting some of its most important models, including a 342 America… more

On the occasion of Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation’s (LDF) Fourth Annual Saint-Tropez Gala, BMW France had the pleasure to donate a BMW i3, designed by Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari of TOILETPAPER, for the yearly fundraising auction. After… more

Hyundai Motorsport has completed Rally Finland, the ninth round of the 2017 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) which was concluded on Sunday in Jyväskylä, with Thierry Neuville finishing highest of the team's three crews in sixth position in his… more

Workforce grows by twelve per cent to more than 29,000 employees Dubai. In the first half of 2017, Porsche AG increased its operating result, revenue, deliveries and number of employees. Six months into the year, Porsche’s operating result has… more

First overall for Giniel de Villiers and Dennis Murphy First in Class S for Jannie Visser and Chris Visser Jnr Third in Class T for Chris Visser Snr and Philip Herselman HARRISMITH, FREE STATE - Toyota Gazoo Racing SA's Giniel de Villiers and… more

Learners from DC Marivate Senior Secondary School in Soshanguve were today provided with a brand new literacy centre to the value of R540, 521 by the BMW Group South Africa and BMW Financial Services South Africa. As part of the BMW Group South… more

Ford NWM Puma Lubricants Ranger teams first and second in Class T Harrismith, Friday – It was business as usual at the top of the Production Vehicle category leader board when the dust settled on today’s qualifying race for the Harrismith 400,… more

Podiums for van Pletzen/Pieterse and Moosajee/Bodhanya Harrismith, Friday – South African champions Evan Hutchison and Dannie Stassen were taking no prisoners when they won the Special Vehicle qualifying race for the Harrismith 400, fourth round of… more

Toyota Gazoo Racing SA's Leeroy Poulter and navigator Rob Howie may still be leading the standings in this year's championship. But teammates Giniel de Villiers and navigator Dennis Murphy won the previous round - the mighty Toyota Kalahari Botswana… more

MasterTips: Is your wheel alignment out? [WATCH] Misaligned wheels can have dramatic effects on steering control, fuel efficiency and tyre life. These are the five signs to look out for. read more MasterTest: Driving expressions: the BMW X1 As we… more

Studies have shown that a company’s culture - the unique business environment that results from the values and actions of management and staff - has a major impact on its bottom line. This is because the culture has a direct bearing on employee… more

Fuel prices are on their way up again. This is according to the Automobile Association, which says unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF) confirms the mid-month picture. "The increases we expect at the end of… more

The Automobile Association (AA) notes with concern ongoing problems with the issuing of driving licences (both new and renewed) at various licensing stations in Gauteng, particularly Tshwane. “We are aware many people are not able to renew their… more

Valter Adão – Chief Digital and Innovation Officer, Deloitte Africa The future of work holds myriad possibilities for change that business needs to adapt to. In order to do so, we need to understand the interconnections between evolving technology,… more

Combined sales exceed 5.27 million units from Renault, Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors in six months to June 30, 2017, rose 7 percent. Cumulative volume of electric vehicle sales exceeds 480,000 units. Enlarged Alliance set to become industry’s… more

Get inspired! Hear local and global supply chain leaders in your city! Calling all supply chain professionals, from supply chain directors and managers through to managers in logistics, transportation, warehousing and sales, as well as information… more

One hundred years ago, on 27 July 1917, Ford Motor Company set off on an adventure that would change the automotive industry forever. It began with the Model TT, a small truck based on the hugely successful Model T car, and grew, over the course of… more

Aficionados regard classic and vintage cars as pieces of art and treat them accordingly. These cars can be quite expensive to own, restore and run, which is why these cars often have unique insurance considerations as well. Jeff Osborne, Head of… more

Honda NSX GT3 race car available to customer teams globally from 2018 Body shell and engine to be built alongside the road-going production NSX in Ohio, USA JAS Motorsportto assemble cars and support racing programmes in Europe, Asia and South… more

Porsche planning to enter Formula E Dubai. From 2019, a Porsche works team will compete in Formula E. As a result, the company will be ending its involvement in the LMP1 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) at the end of the 2017… more

August 12 racing extravaganza set to thrill Gauteng race fans can look forward to a another great day’s racing when the Extreme Festival returns to Pretoria’s Zwartkops Raceway Saturday 12 August. The Sasol Race Day will play host to SA’s leading… more

The automotive benchmark in efficiency and comfort The new S-Class will enter the local market in the fourth quarter 2017, with comprehensive new features. Among the highlights is an all-new and highly efficient engine range with a series of new… more

All timing belt kits contents expressly to OEM specifications All OEM warrantees upheld Well-established and proven in European market Johannesburg, July 2017. ContiTech South Africa announces that ContiTech timing belt kits are suitable for 95% of… more

In the Jan/Feb 2017 issue of aBr I indulged in a bit of numerological whimsy when I said that the number 23 would play an important role in 2017 in getting this country the leadership it deserves. Well, that pesky number 23 came up again at the… more

Pieter Niemand stepped in as Director of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA) this month (July). Niemand has been involved in the motor industry for 10 years. “I was very fortunate to start my working career under the guidance of the late… more

In terms of paragraph 3.4(b) of the JSE Limited Listings Requirements, companies are required to publish a trading statement as soon as they are satisfied that a reasonable degree of certainty exists that the financial results for the period to be… more

The deadlocked negotiations in the Metal and Engineering Industry appears to be heading towards industrial action if one considers the tone and content of the publication by NUMSA’s general secretary Irvin Jim on the 18th of July 2017 on the union’s… more

Flexible vehicle architecture to enable electrification of every model series Fully electric MINI confirmed as MINI 3 door variant Electric drivetrain Made in Germany, integrated into car in Oxford Munich. Electrification is one of the central… more

ATS Motorsport Youngs Guns and their Ranger are ready With a confidence-boosting overall win on the VW Rally still fresh in their memories, the ATS Motorsport Young Guns – Richard Leeke and Henry Köhne – head to the Free State and the Harrismith 400… more

Transporting dangerous goods, including hazardous chemicals, is associated with specific risks that could cause harm to people, animals, property and the environment in the event of an accident. It is therefore essential for hauliers and logistics… more

When GWM - Great Wall Motors - first hit the South African market back in 2007 with a range of hardy, no-nonsense, unbelievably well-priced bakkies, not even the wildest optimists could have predicted just how well this Chinese brand would fare. But… more

Mazda Motor Corporation has revealed the exterior of its upcoming six to seven crossover SUV, Mazda CX-8. The company's first new-generation model to feature three rows of seating is scheduled to go on sale in Japan before the end of the year.… more

The modular, scalable, and interlinked MFC 500 camera platform performs all camera tasks and caters to every vehicle architecture. The hardware and software offer everything from simple object detection to the instant analysis of complex scenarios… more

#INNOVATIONbyRenault By leveraging Blockchain technology, customers will be able to save all vehicle information to a streamlined, tamper-proof and secure digital car maintenance book. Paris, July 25, 2017 – Groupe Renault today announced a… more

Looking out for trucks: children learn how to behave around traffic Aim of the campaign: promoting understanding and highlighting dangers CharterWay provides support with two Mercedes-Benz Actros models 116 schoolchildren learn about road safety… more

EvoBus GmbH has become a strategic investor with a minority stake in the Berlin-based CleverShuttle mobility service Cooperation in the development of innovative solutions for "on-demand services" for transport associations and companies Software… more

Audi South Africa is proud to announce the introduction of the all-new iteration of its best-selling SUV, the Audi Q5. The B-segment SUV combines the sportiness of an Audi sedan with a multifaceted character and a highly flexible interior. Whether… more

The hybrid and electric cars market has seen strong growth globally as countries work to meet ambitious CO2 targets, rising at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.6%. Scandinavian countries such as Sweden will enjoy exceptional growth… more

Midrand, South Africa - Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) innovative TwinAir 900 cm3 two cylinder petrol engine, currently found in the Fiat 500 and the soon-to-be-released Fiat Panda, 4x4 and Cross derivatives, has achieved a number of environmental… more

Much-awaited ninth round of the 2017 World Rally Championship Two-time World Champion Marcus Gronholm is guest reporter for Red Bull TV Kris Meeke returns to the scene of his record-breaking victory Can Sébastien Ogier cling onto his championship… more

Hyundai Motorsport aims to extend its run of podium results to seven consecutive events as the team searches for its first-ever top-three finish in Rally Finland, the ninth round of the 2017 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC). In its four years of… more

Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) hands over 350 Fleet vehicles The Western Cape Government took delivery of 350 Volkswagen Polo Vivo Sedans on 21 July 2017. These vehicles will be used mainly for general purposes by Provincial Departments in the… more

Penultimate round of the 2017 SACC Moto championship promises to provide nail biting racing action Exciting racing action can be expected at the Harrismith 400, the penultimate round of the 2017 South African National Cross Country Series… more

Extension of the paint shop and new structures in bodyshop and assembly for future BMW model generations Building work planned to start early 2018, completion in 2020 Leipzig. The BMW Group is investing a further €200 million in the future of its… more

Edition models featuring an exclusive exterior and interior design underscore the luxury sedans’ character that has constantly evolved for four decades to become the epitome of driving pleasure, travel comfort, highly expressive presence and… more

“It’s not just about what’s under the bonnet” When it comes to cars, it’s not just about what’s under the bonnet – it’s about visual appeal, emotion and the automotive lifestyle, the 2017 Women on Wheels (WOW) reveals. This is the word from editor… more

The South African Springbok Motocross veteran team announced today that their long-term partner Motul will again be onboard this year to assist the team at the Farleigh Castle International World Vets event in September. “We have our most reliable… more

Motor dealers in South Africa are under increasing business management pressure besides having to operate in tough economic conditions. This was very evident from a presentation by Gary McCraw, Director of the National Automobile Dealers’… more

T-Systems South Africa and Dassault Systèmes extend their global partnership to the South African market. The PLM solutions combine Dassault Systèmes’ 3DExperience Platform integrated by T-Systems with Fujitsu’s industrial computer kiosks for use on… more

Castrol Classic valve master and valve master plus will solve your problem and save your engine Protect your older vehicles with Castrol Classic Valvemaster Lead Replacement Petrol Additive and Valvemaster Plus Octane Boost for cars and any… more

In compliance with OE replacement, SKF has replaced the Timing belt and water pump kits mentioned in the chart above. These kits contain all the same components except the idlers VKM 21147 and VKM 21148 which have a different width. The smaller… more

On 9 August South Africa will honour women on National Women's Day, but Tiger Wheel & Tyre is once again celebrating women all month long, during what it calls "Women's Month". In honour of the occasion, the company will host free Tyre & Road Safety… more

Contact platform for machine tool manufacturers and Malaysia’s industrial sector Despite the currently weakened vigour of its economy, Malaysia remains an attractive export market for German machine tool manufacturers. Admittedly, the forecasts for… more

The CAR Digital Dealer Conference, sponsored by the Innovation Group, which will be held on the opening day of the WesBank Motoring Experience at Kyalami on Friday, 1 September, is sure to attract leading lights from all facets of the local… more

Worn shock absorbers seriously compromise a car’s handling and safety on the road. But because shock absorbers wear out gradually, motorists often adjust unconsciously to the change in their vehicle’s handling, unaware of the danger they’re in due… more

BMW Group categorically rejects accusations. BMW specific technology secures low emissions in real-life driving. Due to current media reports, the BMW Group considers it has become necessary to make its position regarding recent allegations clear.… more

Hino made history when it won a platinum award and placed top of the commercial vehicle category and overall in South Africa, in the National Automobile Dealers' Association (NADA) dealer satisfaction index (DSI) for 2017. The results were announced… more

3rd place on closing stage for Leeroy Poulter and Dirk von Zitzewitz 5th overall for Poulter/Von Zitzewitz despite difficult conditions early on Victory for Nasser Al Attiyah and Mathieu Baumel (Toyota Hilux) Three Toyota Hilux crews in Top 5… more

TERUEL, SPAIN - Saturday, 22 July was a long, frustrating day for Toyota Gazoo Racing SA's Leeroy Poulter and navigator Dirk von Zitzewitz. The pair battled with the dust of slower competitors throughout the two competitive loops that the Baja… more

Tense three-way battle at the top of Class T in Production Vehicle category With the season entering the home stretch with the Harrismith 400 on July 28 and 29, fourth round of the South African Cross Country Series (SACCS), matters have gone pretty… more

TERUEL, SPAIN - Toyota Gazoo Racing SA's Leeroy Poulter and navigator Dirk von Zitzewitz, recorded the fourth-fastest time in today's prologue of the Baja Aragon in Spain. This race is round seven of the FIA's Cross Country World Cup, and is… more

To augur Farm Tech Prosperity in the country, set to empower the farming community Springfield Agro Limited, a Kewalram Chanrai Group company, in partnership with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., a part of the US $19 billion Mahindra Group with a growing… more

ATI is proud to introduce our brand new OEM replacement clutch drum assembly for the GM Powerglide transmission! Made with superior modern material, the ATI drum assembly is 7 tenths of a pound lighter than the hard to find OEM unit, accepts the… more

Designed for performance, Shell’s fuels are formulated to help keep engines clean and protected for efficient running Shell South Africa today announced the launch of its next generation of advanced fuel formulations enhanced with DYNAFLEX… more

Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) and The Laureus Sport for Good Foundation South Africa announced this week that they will once again be hosting their nationwide sport-themed breakfast series. The golf-themed breakfast event was the first of the… more

Six days before the 99th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s birth date, the Partinform Automotive Components Trade Show made its way to the rolling hills of the Transkei, taking its message to the hinterland of the Eastern Cape. Call it coincidence,… more

1) Haval last year sold over one million SUVs on its home market in China. Pause to digest that figure. That's close to double - yes, double! - the total number of new vehicles sold per annum in South Africa. Clearly the discerning Chinese market is… more

INTRODUCTION Following the launch of the new Golf TSI and Golf GTI facelift in May, Volkswagen has introduced two more performance models in the Golf range namely the Golf R and Golf GTD. With over 350 000 Golf's sold in South Africa since its… more

With dozens of possible exterior and interior colour combinations, personalisation is at the core of the colourful new Volvo XC40, Volvo Cars' first-ever entry in the compact premium SUV segment. The highly anticipated XC40, set to be revealed later… more

South Africa’s GP3 race star Raoul Hyman may have been prevented from repeating his high after his recent Austrian victory, when his car slowed with a technical problem in the first race over the British Grand Prix weekend, but the London-based… more

Sharper: sporty front and rear design plus eye-catching 20-inch wheels More precise: FlexRide chassis and Brembo brakes tuned to optimum at Nürburging Efficient: lightweight, turbocharging and friction optimized eight-speed automatic Higher grip:… more

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS 21.07.2017 FIM ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, CASTELO BRANCO 23.07.2017 FIM MXGP/MX2 MOTOCROSS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS, LOKET, CZECH REP 23.07.2017 FIM CEV REPSOL MOTO3™ JUNIOR WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, ESTORIL 28.07.2017 FIA WORLD RALLY… more

Ford Motor Company is a responsible global corporate citizen with an aggressive focus on reducing water usage in its manufacturing Ford has been acknowledged as world-leading for the past two years by CDP, an international company which is driving… more

Ian Robertson to retire in 2018. Pieter Nota to assume responsibility for Sales and Brand BMW. Munich. On 1 January 2018 Pieter Nota will join the Board of Management of BMW AG and head the division responsible for sales and brand BMW as well as… more

G.U.D. Holdings embarks on a new era of leadership from July 2017 with the announcement of their new Chief Executive Officer, Chris Haworth. Chris Haworth joined G.U.D. Holdings in 2001 and became the General Manager of their Prospecton… more

SKF is the First supplier to offer Wheel bearing kits for the new Mercedes models! SKF is the First supplier to offer a consistent Wheel bearing kit range with VKBA 7093 T kit covering all the engines! Production Information Sheet more

Partinform, the trade roadshow was in Tzaneen at the Fairview Hotel and Village on 10 May 2017, giving the auto fraternity a bit of a massage and special treatment. The Village at Fairview is situated in the picturesque town of Tzaneen, Limpopo. The… more

The third stop for the Partinform Road Show was Bloemfontein, the sixth largest city in South Africa, situated in the Free State Province. Partinform welcomed 185 guests on the 5th of April 2017, making it the biggest show yet on the Road Show… more

Generators of used oil, and waste in general, are required by law under the Waste Act to ensure that their waste is responsibly managed. Those who generate more than 20kg’s of hazardous waste per day are also required to register on the National… more

Ruggedness redefined with bold, assertive styling, and a host of smart features Formidable contender in B-SUV segment with over 12,000 units sold since 2013 launch Model range extension with introduction of much-anticipated 4x2 dCi Automatic EDC… more

Fourth round of SA Cross Country Series takes place in Harrismith on 28 and 29 July 48km qualifying loop followed by two laps of 200km main race route Brothers Lance and Gareth Woolridge tied for second place in Class T championship in Ford NWM Puma… more

"We are putting major focus on the content for the WesBank SA Motoring Experience to ensure it will be an unforgettable event for all our visitors," says Konstantin von Vieregge, the CEO of SA Shows Messe Frankfurt, which is staging the event at the… more

Volvo Cars is planning to set up a new joint venture technology company with Geely Holding, the Chinese car group, to share existing and future technology, deepen industrial synergies and provide the economies of scale that will allow them to more… more

Continental is developing solutions for driverless vehicles in urban areas. Contributing to modern mobility, robo-taxis provide a solution for congestion, accidents, contaminated air and parking problems in cities. In the future, Continental will… more

As the July school holidays draw to a close, the Automobile Association (AA) urges all drivers to be extra vigilant on the country’s roads, as they make their way home from their holidays. Schools across the country reopen on Monday, 24 July. “We… more

Volvo Cars has reported strong growth in operating profit of SEK6.8bn (~R10.6 bn) for the first half of 2017, compared to SEK5.6bn (~R8.7 bn) for the same period last year, after taking market share across Europe and experiencing a robust sales… more

The Partinform Manufacturers’ Association was conceived in 1986, with the express purpose of spreading the message of quality branded product to the southern African automotive aftermarket, and “to educate the trade about a brand’s proof of… more

The first pickup from a premium manufacturer As well as bringing the progressive design of the acclaimed Concept X-CLASS largely unchanged to standard production, the new Mercedes-Benz X-Class is uniquely versatile in terms of its area of… more

By Sybrand Bezuidenhout, Business Development Manager Franchise: Services, Barclays Africa Group The appeal of franchising is widespread. While other businesses often struggle to keep a positive cash flow in times of stunted economic activity,… more

Mazda Southern Africa was presented with a gold award at the NADA DSI Awards which were held at the home of Wesbank in Fairlands, Johannesburg. Achieving the highest scores in the most important focus areas of "How satisfied are you with your… more

Highest Sector rating given in PMR Excellence Awards CTSA recognised for stimulating economic growth and CSR achievements Continental Tyre SA has received the highest rating for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in South Africa… more

Autotalks, the world’s leader in V2X (Vehicle to Everything) communication solutions, is expanding its operations with the opening of three new sites, two in Japan and a third in South-Korea, in order to provide close local support to car… more

Abigail Makhubele, Business Development Manager - All Sectors, Absa Business Banking Modern day businesses in South Africa are dealing with a number of challenges that all contribute to consumers having less money to spend: rising living costs,… more

SKF announced the introduction of the Electric Cartridge Pump ECP. Developed to lubricate bearings and linear guides in small machines, this reliable pump includes an integrated pressure-relief valve that enables its use in single-line lubrication… more

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New top model, the Audi A8, was the star of major brand event in Barcelona Audi AI: artificial intelligence enriches product and service Audi global CEO Stadler: “Vorsprung is our promise” At the first Audi Summit, the premium brand presented… more

Honda Quest announces semi-finalists! It's almost time for Quest Boot Camp to kick off. After having to meticulously work through more than 800 entries, the organisers of Honda Quest True Adventure have narrowed it down to just 40 semi-finalists.… more

as partners to the global "stop the crash" campaign, continental's chassis & safety and tire divisions are supporting the drive for greater road safety and fewer road fatalities multiple driver assistance systems designed to help prevent accidents… more

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) tracks dealer satisfaction with their respective automotive brand in South Africa. In 2017, a total of 40 independently tracked brands formed part of the survey, with 1319 completed responses… more

The challenge for the Investchem Formula 1600 field when arriving at Port Elizabeth was to master the short race track which doesn't offer much opportunity for overtaking while still be a rather technical challenge, demanding concentration from the… more

SKF Bearing design evolution with mandatory replacement of the cap included in the kit + Removal of the dust cover SKF has developed and applied a new bearing design for the SKF Wheel bearing VKBA 3667. The bearing uses new sealing solutions both on… more

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Open Letter to Minister of Trade and Industry Mr. Rob Davies Minister of Trade and Industry Dear Honourable Minister On many occasions NEASA has articulated its reasons for being opposed to the custom duties already introduced as well as the… more

Higher international fuel prices and a weakening Rand/US dollar exchange rate have increased the likelihood that motorists will pay more at the pumps at the end of July. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA) which is commenting on… more

Haval SA is delighted - no, ecstatic - to have Tanya Ramos back on board. Tanya has been with GWM since the very beginning, in 2007 - when it was but a fledgling importer of hard-working, budget-beating bakkies, many of which, by the way, are still… more

Mazda has announced a formal global recall covering a wider manufacturing period in order to place the highest priority on the safety of Mazda customers. This recall follows investigative recalls by Mazda in Japan and North America for three… more

MasterTips: Guarding against vehicle theft With the frightening threat of hijacking looming in the back of the minds of many South Africans, it is easy to overlook vehicle theft. There are certain things one can do to protect your car from theft… more

Magalies Park, a time-share facility situated on the Hartebeespoort Dam with exceptional views of the Magaliesberg, is known for its top-notch golfing facilities. Golf Club Manager, William van Mierlo, has seen fit to invest in no fewer than 60… more

TrenTyre is proud to announce that it has attained Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) Level 3 Contributor Status under the Amended Codes of Good Practice. This a step up from last year's status which TrenTyre managed to attain despite… more

Thed Björk secured a podium finish in the WTCC Race of Argentina to keep him in a close title fight, on Sunday 16 July. Polestar Cyan Racing had a tough race weekend at Circuito Termas de Río Hondo, with Nicky Catsburg retiring from both races… more

Mathew Hodges claims yet another podium Unfortunate incident robbed Daniel Rowe of good points finish Jettas provide great spectacle for loyal fans at the home of Volkswagen Keagan Masters narrowly missed out on a GTC2 victory It was a weekend of… more

Port Elizabeth – The fifth round of the Sasol GTC Championship was marked by three new winners, incidents galore and superb racing at the Aldo Scribante race track on Saturday. A large appreciative Eastern Cape crowd watched the battles unfold over… more

Review: Engen Volkswagen Cup, Rd 5 – Port Elizabeth Devin Robertson and his Payen Volkswagen Polo was the fastest combination at round five of the Engen VW Cup in Port Elizabeth on Saturday, a fact that some title rivals found unpalatable. The… more

The Sasol GTC Championship war delivered an epic battle in Port Elizabeth’s fifth round at the Aldo Scribante circuit, when local stats thrilled an impressive home crowd and surprise results were the story of a great day’s racing. Michael Stephen… more

The journey of the Fiat 500 has been 60 years in the making. The Fiat brand's 'great little car' has travelled from Dante Giacosa's design desk to the gates of the Mirafiori factory, from the long avenues of Torino to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)… more

The Extreme Festival motorsport show will perform at the Free State Phakisa Raceway this Saturday (July 22), with six categories, on four and two wheels, on the menu. Heading up the show will be two races for G&H Transport Extreme Supercars, which… more

BMW confirms FIA Formula E Championship entry as an official manufacturer in Season 5 – Formula E a platform for the mobility of the future and a technological laboratory for BMW iNEXT and other future generations of BMW i models. Munich. BMW is… more

When GWM first debuted on the South African market 10 years ago - time flies, doesn't it? - It comprehensively and crushingly redefined the term "value for money." Indeed, while the naysayers might have initially muttered darkly about this… more

The 36th annual Southern African Transport Conference (SATC), held at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, wrapped up on Thursday 13 July 2017, after four jam-packed days. Over 100 topics were presented, discussed and interrogated… more

The Metal and Engineering Industry Bargaining Council (MEIBC) currently finds itself in watershed negotiations. It is common cause that the Industry is in distress. According to the MEIBC the Industry lost 150 000 jobs over the 10 year period from… more

Based on a ratio of serious injuries to fatalities and slight injuries to fatalities, as well as consideration for under-reporting, it is estimated 13 591 persons died on South Africa’s roads in 2015. In addition, 62 520 people were seriously… more

EZDown Tailgate damper The brainchild of engineering solutions company and sole manufacturer, Industrial Specialised Applications, (ISA), the innovative EZDown tailgate damper is growing in leaps and bounds in Australia. EZDown Australia Pty Ltd has… more

Company’s OE Multi-Tuned Valve (MTV) suspension technology is featured on the new PEUGEOT 3008 SUV, which was named 2017 European Car of the Year during the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland earlier this year. Tenneco’s MTV valve technology offers… more

SKF has developed and applied a new design to the inboard side and the flange design for the SKF Wheel bearing VKBA 6582. This design optimization guarantees the same quality level, which is full in line with the OE requirements. The mounting… more

Driving at night can be dangerous. About 56 percent of crashes generally occur between 6pm and 6am the next morning, according to statistics by the Road Transport Management Corporation (RTMC). For this reason, the Automobile Association (AA) says,… more

Avis Van Rental is excited to announce that they are once again partnering with endurance cyclist Wayne Bolton in his effort to preserve our natural heritage and save our rhino from extinction. In 2015 Wayne cycled more than 6 000km in 2½ months,… more

Fans of the Renault 4 in particular and of popular classic cars in general will be attending this year’s 4L INTERNATIONAL at Circuits du Val de Loire (near Thenay, in France’s Loir-et-Cher region) on July 21-23. The 4L INTERNATIONAL meeting is… more

Ford College Community Challenge (C3) runs in partnership with the Ford Motor Company Fund and international non-profit organisation Enactus Empowers students to improve and uplift communities through sustainable economic and environmental… more

On July 16, 1977, Renault entered its very first Formula 1 grand prix to embark upon a new chapter in its long and illustrious history – one that dates back to the very infancy of motorsport. Over the ensuing decades, Renault competed successfully… more

Macan and Panamera models drive growth Dubai. Porsche has seen an upwards trend in the first six months of this year: With 126,497 vehicles delivered worldwide, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG exceeded the record figure from the previous year by seven… more

Hamburg-based manufacturer MEYLE welcomes special guests to its company headquarters Hamburg, 11 July 2017. Since 2016, MEYLE AG has been the main sponsor of the FC St. Pauli Women's and Men's First Handball Teams. Now, both partners demonstrate… more

Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) runs successful shop floor problem solving programme VWSA Employees identify and solve problems saving the company time and money The Problem Solving Team Programme at Volkswagen Group South Africa has over the… more

#ONEMILLIONTANGIER The Tangier plant has produced its millionth vehicle, a Dacia Lodgy. A landmark figure reached in just over five years following the plant’s inauguration in 2012. The design of this efficient and eco-friendly plant, which is… more

Johannesburg, 10 July 2017 - The handover was made at the end of this week's showstopper grand finale which was broadcast live on M-Net and M-Net City from the Mosaiek Teatro in Fairland, Johannesburg. More than 1.6 million votes - an all-time… more

The Toyota Aygo is synonymous with both style and originality. Its famous colour scheme, characterised by the familiar Piano Black used for the X dominating the car's front end, is a true sight to behold. Although oozing copious amounts of chutzpah… more

Sandton, South Africa – The Aldo Scribante circuit in Port Elizabeth is the next battleground for the Sasol GTC Championship teams to conquer as the premier touring car championship reaches the mid-season on Saturday, 15th July. Gennaro Bonafede… more

Intimate knowledge of the Aldo Scribante Raceway will stand the Engen Xtreme Team in good stead as the Sasol GTC Africa heads to Port Elizabeth for Round Five of the 2017 championship on Saturday, 15 July 2017. Engen Xtreme Team drivers Michael… more

The Automobile Association (AA) urges parents, guardians, and businesses with learner drivers, to ensure these new motorists are not only trained to pass driving tests, but are actually qualified behind the wheel. More than 1 260 000 learner driving… more

Coolant provides heat balance and engine protection in summer and winter Ram anti-freeze retards overheating, prevents rust as well as corrosion and minimises scale and sludge build-up Available in three variants, according to customer requirements… more

Dumisani Bengu, Head: Franchise Africa, Barclays Africa With South Africa’s economy seeing consecutive negative growth that has placed it in the grips of a technical – but very real – recession, it will come as no surprise that there are adverse… more

Despite ongoing on-site drug and alcohol testing, and rehabilitative measures, undertaken by many organisations in a bid to reduce alcohol and drug related accidents and incidents at the workplace, many businesses are still struggling with ongoing… more

The Franchise Association of South Africa’s Franchise Awards for Excellence in Franchising, sponsored by Sanlam and held this past week-end as part of their annual Franchise Business Festival, honoured those franchise brands that have bucked the… more

Getting more mileage out of road safety Think about it, the one material we’re most dependent on for safety is rubber – no other composite comes close, whether it’s metal, plastic, glass, ceramic or cement. With tyres being the first and foremost… more

Imperial Holdings Limited is pleased to announce that Jaco Oosthuizen has been officially appointed as Managing Director of Renault South Africa effective 1st July 2017, and will report to Osman Suluman Arbee, Chief Executive Officer of Motus… more

Based on the latest United Nations estimates, the current population in South Africa is 55,318,397, and most South African citizens rely primarily on electricity supplied by ESKOM. Eskom's mandate is to generate, transport, and distribute… more

The new BMW Motorrad X2City is yet another fresh new face at the BMW Group in the segment of zero-emissions mobility on two wheels. The kick-scooter with electric auxiliary drive is light and compact and takes its rider where he wants to go… more

Yemi Osinbajo, Acting President of Nigeria This year’s G20, led by Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel, should be commended for prioritising African development. The G20 Africa Partnership conference this week in Berlin marked a significant moment to… more

MasterTips: UK’s safets cars The UK’s safest used cars have been revealed, with the Volvo V40 taking the gong for the second year running. It is interesting to note is the cars on the UK list are also on South African buying lists. These were the… more

Round five of the national Investchem Formula 1600 championship takes place at Aldo Scribante Raceway on Saturday, July 15. This is the third coastal round for the single-seater championship which has already seen them compete in Cape Town and East… more

The popular legendary Total brand will be proudly displayed on the AutObarn Class A SuperHatch car of Brett Garland, Total joins the AutObarn team of blue chip sponsors Jonnesway and Sabat. Total is the world’s fourth-largest oil and gas company,… more

Volkswagen Motorsport looking forward to perform at the home of Volkswagen in Port Elizabeth Volkswagen to also play host to the National Race Day GTC drivers Hodges and Rowe keen to perform in front of Aldo Scribante crowd Fierce battle in GTC 2… more

To celebrate its 40 years of success, passion and pride of appearing amongst the historic F1 makes, Renault has decided to revive this anecdote from the past by creating an actual “Yellow Teapot”. Renault’s décision to enter the very exclusive… more

Midrand, South Africa - Following this week's 60th Anniversary of the Fiat 500 on the 4th July, the iconic model is celebrating another auspicious milestone with the production of the two millionth Fiat 500. This is the most recent success of the… more

Sasol GTC2 Championship Preview – Rd 5, Port Elizabeth – 15th July With three victories and a second place from the last four Sasol GTC2 races, Bradley Liebenberg has rocketed into second place in the championship standings with more to come from… more

Demonstrations, débuts, displays, dynamic driving, double-digit discounts and more: South Africa’s premier trucking event has something for everyone in trucking and fleet management. TruckX and FleetX take place on 12 and 13 July at Kyalami Grand… more

Midrand, South Africa - Alfa Romeo Stelvio, the first SUV from the Italian brand, has achieved the coveted Euro NCAP 5-star rating with a 97% score in the protection of adult occupants: an excellent result, considering the extremely strict… more

The largest consumer exhibition in South Africa, the Rand Show, will return to the Johannesburg Expo Centre (JEC) at Nasrec in 2018 from Friday 30 March to Sunday 8 April. With a legacy dating back over 123 years, the Rand Show remains South… more

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker best known for its leadership in safety, has teamed up with three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer and artist Barbara Davidson for a world-first - using the on-board safety cameras of the new Volvo XC60 to… more

New PremiumContact 6 wins German Autobild summer tyre test Best performer in comparative test conducted by Swedish magazine Vi Bilägare Winner of test performed by Quattroruote in Italy PremiumContact 6 delivers exceptional braking, handling,… more

Are You grappling with your Warehouse operations and would like to discover easier and more practical ways to streamline Procedures? Workshop Overview The unique cutting-edge concept behind this 3-Day workshop is intended to deliver Warehouse best… more

The South African motor industry is holding up surprisingly well in a tough economic environment that is being exacerbated by political turmoil. This is the opinion of renowned economics commentator Dr Azar Jammine, Director and Chief Economist at… more

Frost & Sullivan to host 360 degree Industry Think Tanks that will demonstrate digital growth opportunities across industry sectors CAPE TOWN, South Africa – 6 July, 2017 – A number of organisations are entering the race for “digital… more

Horn brothers from Mpumalanga take the lead in Class T championship After the recent Toyota Kalahari Botswana 1000 Desert Race the Production Vehicle category championship to watch out for over the remaining three rounds of the South African Cross… more

Endowed with an aesthetic appeal and dynamic flair all of its own, the BMW 4 Series has stood out with its supremely assured and stylish air ever since its launch. A total of nearly 400,000 sales worldwide and just over 5,500 in South Africa (up to… more

Following the recent launch of the all-new Audi A5 Coupe and Sportback, the new Audi A5 Cabriolet has now been introduced to South Africa to complete the second generation of the A5 family. In the Audi S5 Cabriolet, a new six-cylinder turbocharged… more

New more efficient 1.0 T Engine for Essentia Model Sport takes on the halo model role New Specifications aimed at offering value while maintaining technological advantage JOHANNESBURG. Opel has revised the Corsa models range resulting in improved… more

Volvo Cars has announced that every new Volvo launched from 2019 onwards will feature an electric motor, marking the historic end of cars that only have an internal combustion engine (ICE) and placing electrification at the core of its future… more

The WesBank SA Motoring Experience, which will be staged at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and Conference Centre from September 1-3, will make use of six themes to ensure that it caters for all interest groups in terms of the wider world or… more

The Right to Repair campaign is going social and rallying up support from industry stakeholders and the public. “The Right to Repair campaign directly affects consumers who are being denied the right to have their vehicle repaired at a workshop of… more

Fair participants benefited greatly from enhanced zoning The show nurtures the industry to meet regional development needs For the fourth time running, the Chengdu International Trade Fair for Automotive Parts and Aftermarket Services (CAPAS)… more

New MEYLE-HD repair kit with 3-in-1 control arm for the front axle repair on BMW X5 and X6 Series models built from 2007 onwards Full-service kit comes complete with control arms and mounting parts Time-effective installation: MEYLE-HD control arm… more

Ford Ranger ends first half of the year as South Africa's best-selling vehicle Highest export volumes in LCV segment for Ranger this year Ford EcoSport tops compact SUV segment, Mustang leads sports car category Ford ends June with 11.8% share of… more

Cape Town, 4 July 2017 – South African carpooling app, uGoMyWay today released the results of its pilot ‘corporate carpooling project’. Conducted in association with Accelerate Cape Town, over a period of two and a half months, the pilot included… more

#INNOVATIONBYRENAULT Groupe Renault will acquire a 35 percent stake in a new joint venture, Autonomous Vehicle Simulation (AVS), formed together with Oktal, a subsidiary of Sogeclair. Groupe Renault’s investment in Autonomous Vehicle Simulation… more

Turin, Italy - The Fiat 500, one of Italy's best known and iconic motor cars turns 60 years old today and to commemorate this auspicious occasion, a new postage stamp has been commissioned with the iconic vehicle featuring prominently. The… more

The best-loved car in Fiat's history, the icon that made Italians into car-owners, and worldwide ambassador for the country, celebrates its 60th birthday today with a special event that honours its history and the style and design that made it… more

The reality of the devastation that hit the Knysna and Plettenberg Bay areas over the period June 7 – 10 has now set in with the many that have been effected by this dreadful fire disaster . Even those who have not been effected feel part of this… more

In a recent article published in the Engineering News, AMSA actually admitted that their service delivery is below standard, but blame low demand as the culprit. According to them, slow through-put results in production problems. They simply do not… more

The Steel Industry is currently in a process of negotiating a potential new main agreement, which, if agreement is reached, will prescribe increased wages and other conditions of employment for the Metal and Engineering Industry (MEIBC). The two… more

In these times of frustration with the appalling levels of corruption at the highest levels of government, and the depressing realisation that most of the ruling party are on the Gupta gravy train, it is always good to come across decent human… more

Date: Thursday, 17 August 2017 Venue: Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa Frost & Sullivan’s seventh consecutive Growth Innovation and Leadership (GIL) 2017: Africa summit reconvenes on 17 August, 2017 at The Table Bay Hotel in Cape Town, South… more

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Nicholas Nkosi – Executive Head of Standard Bank Vehicle and Asset Finance, Retail & Business Banking June commentary “Despite the new passenger vehicle sales showing a 2.2% decline year on year, the last three months have seen a steady improvement… more

Commenting on the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of June, 2017 – released today for public consumption on the website of the Department of Trade & Industry – the Association said that domestic new vehicle sales had reflected a mixed… more

The stature of Automechanika Johannesburg is growing not only locally, but also globally, as one of the most important shows in Messe Frankfurt's portfolio of these trade fairs for the automotive aftermarket. This year's show, which takes place at… more

Product innovation is what helps to drive any global Automechanika trade fair. The announcement of the winners of the Innovation Awards has been a highlight of the Automechanika trade fair for the automotive aftermarket ever since this global brand… more

According to the Road Traffic Management Corporation, 36 major crashes involving trucks were investigated last year (2016). 143 fatalities and 136 injuries resulted from these accidents which involved 49 trucks, 35 light motor vehicles and 11… more

New 911 GT2 RS with 700 hp, rear-wheel drive, racing chassis and rear-axle steering Johannesburg. The fastest and most powerful road-approved 911 is ready for launch: The new Porsche 911 GT2 RS will celebrate its world premiere at the Goodwood… more

The new BMW G 310 R – the BMW roadster under 500 cc. One cylinder, low weight, powerful dynamic performance – the BMW G 310 R embodies the pure essence of a BMW roadster: it has neither too little nor too much of anything. Pragmatic in the best… more

Mitsubishi Motors South Africa (MMSA) will be introducing its highly acclaimed all-new Pajero Sport in September 2017. This stylishly designed new-generation Mitsubishi sport utility offers refined driving dynamics thanks to an array of cutting-edge… more

Automechanika and co-located shows Futuroads and Scalex will be taking place at Nasrec Expo centre between the 27-30 September 2017. These shows provide the most comprehensive range of suppliers in the after sales automotive market, commercial… more

MasterTips: Drivers, don’t be fooled by your windows Many drivers appreciate – as do fleet managers –the value of using the correct windscreens, particularly when involved in a crash. Some, however, are not so ‘fussy’ when it comes to the side… more

The 2017 Hyundai IONIQ has been crowned with a 2017 Green Good Design Award that celebrates important examples of sustainable designs and provide awareness on what companies are designing and producing to make the most positive impact on the… more

Ford GT power, performance and active aerodynamics on show as GT road car tackles Goodwood Hillclimb for the first time, driven by Ford Chip Ganassi Racing drivers Track ready Ford Mustang GT4 race car makes European debut on challenging 1.16-mile… more

Vehicles on show over the weekend range from Renault’s first major race winner to its F1 car of the future 2017 marks 40 years of Renault’s involvement in Formula One UK debut for Renault Sport 2027 Vision Concept UK debut for Renault ZOE e-Sport… more

Fuel prices are set for across-the-board drops at month end. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), commenting on unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF) "The Rand remained firm over the past… more

Award presented to top Master's Degree student at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Winner Yonela Dube acknowledged for her research into the relationship between authentic leadership and employee engagement Ford-sponsored award introduced in… more

Renault celebrated the production of the 2,500,000th LCV to roll out of its Batilly plant since its creation. The keys to the 2,500,000th LCV to come out of Renault’s facility in eastern France were handed over to Polish company TP Teltech at a… more

Over 100 top business executives, marketers and brand experts recently gathered at Zonki Shebeen in Muldersdrift, Johannesburg to gain an understanding of some of South Africa’s most fascinating consumer markets, at Ask Afrika’s Kasi Star Brands and… more

Port Elizabeth, June 2017 - Goodyear's Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure 265/65 R17 claimed first place in an all-terrain tyre shootout test conducted by DriveOut Magazine. Out of 7 tested tyres[1], Goodyear's new on/off road tyre ranked highest with… more

Renault is to participate in the ‘Driving Europe Forward: The Future of Mobility’ campaign organised by the European Parliament. A Formula E single-seater racing car will be displayed on the esplanade in front of the European Parliament from midday… more

The wait is finally over. You can now enter for Honda Quest True Adventure 2017 - the ultimate adventure motorcycle competition on the ultimate adventure motorcycle, the Honda CRF1000 L Africa Twin. Simply go to your nearest Honda dealer where you… more

Volvo Cars, along with Autoliv, the world-leading automotive safety company, and NVIDIA, the artificial intelligence (AI) and visual computing company, are teaming up to develop advanced systems and software for self-driving cars. The three… more

Fifth model completes successful E-Class product family. Milestone for production at the site: complete renewal of the model range "Made in Bremen" within three years. Team takes advantage of digital communication concepts and Industry 4.0… more

The Trump administration may seek to undo the “backup camera law” that requires all new cars include a rear view camera by 2018. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently told congress it is reviewing regulations on… more

Today the Automobile Association (AA), in collaboration with the FIA, Ford and Michelin, is launching a road safety campaign. This national campaign, known as the #ISeeYou campaign, is focussed on pedestrian visibility. The Federation Internationale… more

Bending a wheel on a pothole or dinging it on a curb need not mean the end of the road for that wheel and its owner's budget. Instead, Tiger Wheel & Tyre is reminding motorists that several of its stores offer on-site Wheel CollisionT repair, while… more

The Right2Repair campaign has been given another boost with the formation of Right to Repair South Africa (R2RSA), a Section 21, not-for-profit company, specifically formed to champion the Right to Repair campaign initially launched in 2013. Richard… more

Think about it, the one material we’re most dependent on for safety is rubber – no other composite comes close, whether it’s metal, plastic, glass, ceramic or cement. With tyres being the first and foremost element of a vehicle’s safety and control,… more

VWSA giving the gift of time and 1,100 bikes to local communities 6 Novice cyclists identified through Volkswagen Blue Bikes programme VWSA supporting 6 Novice Cyclists as they participate in the Telkom 947 Cycle Challenge Volkswagen Group South… more

Firmly in focus: camera systems, imaging and radar sensor technology Partnership for development and marketing aims to produce modern assistance systems and autonomous driving functions for passenger cars, commercial vehicles and off-highway… more

Vision Zero – a world with zero accidents and zero emissions – could only become a reality when all vehicles are electric, autonomous and connected. Under the motto "On the Road to Vision Zero", ZF demonstrates at the Global Press Event 2017 how the… more

Taking your car in for a repair can be a costly exercise. Getting what you pay for, ie a car that is running properly and fully repaired, is the obvious outcome. However, there are times when vehicle owners have not been satisfied with the end… more

MasterTips: Consequences of drinking and driving MasterTest: Driving expressions: Mercedes E-Class Coupé MasterNews: MasterDrive at TruckX 2017 MasterHumour Read Now more

INTERNATIONAL EVENTS 23.06.2017 FIM ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, PARÁDFÜRDÓ 24.06.2017 FIM ENDURANCE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, SLOVAKIARING 24.06.2017 FIM TRIAL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, LOURDES 24.06.2017 FIA WORLD TOURING CHAMPIONSHIP, RACE OF PORTUGAL, VILA… more

Ford 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine named 2017 International Engine of the Year "Best Engine Under 1.0-litre" for the sixth year in a row Fuel-efficient, compact and powerful engine has won 10 International Engine of Year awards since launch in 2012;… more

Sales of over €650 million planned in 2017 Trade fairs are still going from strength to strength in Frankfurt 777 years after the first event of this kind was held there. As Chairman of the Messe Frankfurt Supervisory Board, Mayor Peter Feldmann… more

An AMS braking test that included global OE friction manufacturer TMD Friction, distributed in South Africa by Torre Parts and Components, has scored Textar above the competition and original equipment manufactured material (OEM). The… more

The handball team from Hamburg will be traveling to Ruanda in August to organize local workshops and to visit schools As the team’s main sponsor, MEYLE not only provides financial support, but also transport of equipment and will ensure mobility of… more

Volkswagen B-BBEE Initiatives Trust launched to Suppliers Volkswagen B-BBEE Initiatives Trust supported by the Eastern Cape Government 22 June 2017 marked another significant day for black-owned suppliers in the automotive sector, with the official… more

Ferrari’s all-conquering 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 successfully retains coveted award Honda returns to the competition after an 11-year absence to pick up prestigious ‘New Engine of the Year’ award for its 3.5-litre V6 bi-turbo hybrid Tesla achieves… more

The National Department of Transport, South Africa today announced a partnership with Michelin Corporate Foundation to launch a multi-faceted Road Safety initiative in South Africa to focus on young drivers’ safety. The programme utilises behaviour… more

Volkswagen and Fleet Customers bringing awareness to rhino anti-poaching Recently, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles invited three VIP Fleet Customers, namely Milana & Chris Pretorius (Smollan), John & Sandra Anderson (Würth) and Nick & Amanda Jacobs… more

Paris, June 2017 - The Groupe Renault partners with NUMA, a leading startup accelerator, to launch CityMakers in partnership with AXA, Nissan, RCI Bank and Services and the City of Paris. CityMakers is a 10-month open innovation program to… more

Jaguar Land Rover proves to be major winner for design, technology and product innovation Big wins for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) as Land Rover head of design, Jerry McGovern, wins Interior Designer of the Year; Jaguar I-PACE is awarded Concept Vehicle… more

Based on data from the International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers, ReportLinker’s economists and artificial intelligence experts created a forecast that highlights that new passenger car sales in China should reach 29,7 million by… more

Rand resilience and a declining oil price have set the scene for a further fuel price drop. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), commenting on unaudited mid-month data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF). The current picture… more

Turin, Italy - A record-breaking handover: 1,495 Fiat 500 cars were collected in less than two days by the lucky winners of a competition run by Fiat and Italian supermarket chain Esselunga. The historic feat was certified by an official Guinness… more

Would you like to have a better understanding of how the economy works and how it impacts on your organization ? Econometrix is offering an introductory Basic Economics Course on the 6 July 2017 Course Objective: A one day course offering practical… more

CITS – (Crankcase Independent Two-Stroke) Now beyond proof-of-concept stage, with a running prototype. See it running here:https://youtu.be/9MSIBobuEQQ (and on other videos on our website www.citsengine.com.au) Fifteen incontestable attributes in… more

Valeo launches Valeo.ai, the first global research center in artificial intelligence and deep learning for automotive applications based in Paris Paris, June 2017 – Valeo launches the first global research center in artificial intelligence and deep… more

Driving tired – the dangers! Driving expressions: Mitsubishi Outlander Hijack extraction for Miss SA just in time Friday funnies (on a Thursday) Island biking Read Now more

South Africa’s latest unemployment figures make for sombre reading. While official unemployment is now 27.7 percent, the most affected group are young people under the age of 35 with a staggering 38.6 percent of youth unable to find work.… more

With the Winter school holiday season approaching fast, the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA) is urging parents to invest in car seats for their children ahead of the holidays and to strap them in when on the road. Vishal Premlall, Director… more

The Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) has called on employers in the retail motor industry to work together to find opportunities to employ and develop young workers in this economic sector. “The quarterly labour force survey released by Stats… more

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The "tankpool24" team with pilots Norbert Kiss and André Kursim gains a headstart in the 2017 racing season As the squad's partner in technology, MEYLE supports the last private team competing in FIA European Truck Racing Championship with MEYLE… more

Quick Lane Tyre & Auto Centre is an initiative of Ford Motor Company, offering a trusted place for tyre and automotive service for all makes and models The first facility in Silverton, Pretoria joins over 1 018 Quick Lane Tyre and Auto Centres… more

Signal Jamming The increase in incidents where signal jamming devices are used during vehicle and cargo theft is one of the prominent challenges that the South African transport industry is facing today. Any standard GSM and GPS telematics devices… more

South Africa’s economy is under significant pressure and does not promise a great deal of progress for business or consumer – with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicting only 0.8% growth in 2017. Franchising, however, is one sector that… more

Ask Afrika partnered with the Financial Intermediaries Association of Southern Africa (FIA) to conduct the research survey that culminated in the highly anticipated 2017 FIA Awards ceremony, held on 8 June 2017 at the Sandton Convention Centre. The… more

A new nail polish range from Renault that can also touch up minor bodywork scratches. A choice of colours coordinated to match four Twingo body colours. In addition to its practical, vibrant and cheery nature, Twingo is the ideal choice for active… more

Domestic car rental prices are the second cheapest in the world, one quarter the price of a comparable car rental in New York, writes Lance Smith, Executive: Sales at Avis southern Africa. A 2016 survey by Deutsche Bank has reinforced what the car… more

INDUSTRY ALERT Dear Metal Industry employer The 2017 Metal Industry negotiations commenced on 7 June. NEASA’S OFFER All NEASA's demands (as per the mandate obtained during our recent 'roadshow'), were tabled on 8 June as part of the consolidated… more

Most people consider their car to be an asset but in financial terms, an asset is something that generates income or grows in value. Unfortunately, few cars fit this definition. This is according to get\Worth director Colin Morgan. Owning a vehicle… more

What a perfect day to visit our CYMOT Trade Show! You are invited to join the CYMOT team, together with more than 150 supplier representatives, to showcase the latest products and industry trends. There will be something exciting for everyone. I… more

Tenneco Inc. (NYSE: TEN) announced today that its Multi-Tuned Valve (MTV) suspension technology is featured on the new PEUGEOT 3008 SUV, which was named 2017 European Car of the Year during the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland earlier this year.… more

Making sure that ‘more money flows into the business than flows out’ is the basic law of survival and growth for all small business owners. However, keeping cash flow positive can be difficult when the business needs a vehicle for deliveries and… more

Reacting to the Statistician-General of Statistics SA Quarterly Labour Force Survey that shows unemployment rising to a 14-year high with 27.1% of the population without a job, the Franchise Association of South Africa (FASA) believes the franchise… more

With the days and nights getting cooler, car engines take longer to warm up and can be damaged if parts become frozen overnight, for example. While using anti-freeze products may be the solution to engine freeze, Vishal Premlall, Director of Motor… more

The annual road fatality statistics for 2016, published recently by the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC), are cause for great concern, and point to an urgent need for combined interventions from everyone involved in road safety in South… more

Motorbike hijackings exposed Driving expressions: Opel Mokka-X MasterDrive at Airlink Adrenalin Show 2017 Friday funnies Water and love in Venice Read Newsletter more

Continental earns Top Employer and Long-standing Investor awards Proud local heritage spanning 70 years in Port Elizabeth One of the industry's largest employers, almost R1-billion invested in past five years Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA)… more

Pioneer in the production of parts using the 3D printing process Complex and functionally integrated standard 3D parts available on demand Economical and flexible production even for small production series for buses and coaches of the Mercedes-Benz… more

"Sometimes the moments that never happen matter the most." This is the beguiling thought that lies behind Volvo Cars' new XC60 film. But what does it mean? Taking a typically human approach, Volvo has captured the essence of how advanced safety… more

Internationally renowned SUV brand Haval Motors South Africa has made its formal arrival on local shores on 31 May 2017 at a glittering event which showcased their desire to impress. And impress it did. Newly renovated Kyalami International Race… more

Vermont Sales hosts a fully equipped Training Academy with competent and qualified training personnel, Qualified Training Facilitators Qualified Assessors Qualified Moderator Learning Material Designers Experienced Training Coordinators Dedicated… more

Volvo Cars, the premium car maker synonymous with advanced safety systems, has once again been recognised for its contribution to improving traffic safety and reducing fatalities and serious injuries on the world's roads by the National Highway… more

New PremiumContact 6 successfully combines safety, comfort, sportiness and sustainability Continental focuses on "Safety without compromise" Superb balance between handling, comfort, rolling resistance and mileage at the highest level PORT… more

The complexity and importance of power stations across South Africa is matched only by the reliability and steadfastness required of its interconnected parts. If not run with utmost efficiency, power stations cannot and will not function at capacity… more

Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa has invested R125-million in a new Webb conveyor system at the Silverton Assembly Plant The 3 000-metre conveyor system carries vehicles from the plant's body shop to the paint shop and improves overall… more

The bad weather affecting many parts of South Africa will require extra vigilance from motorists, and a renewed commitment from all drivers to obey the rules of the road, the Automobile Association (AA) said. “There are a lot of wet, even icy, roads… more

Toyota has retained its title as the world's most valuable car brand in the annual BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands Study. This marks the ninth time that Toyota has topped the automotive category in the report's 12-year history. Conducted… more

According to the India Tyre Market Forecast and Opportunities, 2020 report, the tyre market in India is expected to be dominated by the two-wheeler tyre segment, in volume terms, through to 2020. Rising vehicle sales, including two wheelers,… more

Cleanliness might be next to godliness but it’s also very close to profitability in the business of selling vehicles. The auto showroom and its vehicles must be spotless as first impressions are critical for sales. This applies to vehicle servicing… more

This Youth Day, Engen is celebrating the bright futures of their recent graduates of the 2016 Engen Maths and Science School (EMSS). EMSS is a national initiative that addresses key skills shortages in the engineering and technical fields by… more

AccelerateHer programme concludes with lasting impact The inaugural Seed Academy/WDB AccelerateHer programme, a three-month business accelerator for female entrepreneurs, sponsored by Shell Downstream South Africa concluded by notching up a string… more

Mahindra South Africa, hosted their dealer network consisting of 57 independently owned dealers to the annual "Dealer of the Year" (DOTY) awards function that was held in Johannesburg on the 26 May 2017. The event was attended by Chief of… more

Volkswagen honours its dealers Annually Volkswagen South Africa honours the hard work of its dedicated Dealer Network who never cease in their endeavours to make Volkswagen the reputable brand that it is. This year was certainly no different.… more

Tuesday, 30 May 2017. Johannesburg, South Africa. The winning streak continues for South Africa's most awarded retail wheel and tyre company. Afrikaans daily newspaper, Die Beeld today announced that the first place "Platinum Award in its 2017… more

Driving expressions: the renault stepway A Distracted Driving Quiz MAKING EVERY BIKER’S DREAM A REALITY Friday funnies How to tour the Kruger National Park like a local More Here more

We have mentioned in a few publications the power of effective intelligence sharing is in the best interest of the community. This was proven true last week. An incident occurred in Johannesburg were a client was held up with his two sons. We are… more

The annual Kinsey report by Malcolm Kinsey provides an overview of the South African motor vehicle industry, with a focus on the cost of parts for different vehicle models. The latest 2016 report covers 69 vehicles, compares the costs of various… more

Thursday, 1 June 2017 Following the change in the REDISA funding model, based on the implementation of a Tyre Levy collected by SARS effective 1 February 2017, REDISA today confirms that it has ceased all collections with immediate effect. “We have… more

Lots of action is expected at the fourth round with a full field of entries in all classes A full action packed 2-day program of racing is set for the 16/17th June for the Extreme Festival at the popular Zwartkops Raceway, 13 great race categories… more

Dr. Dino Petrarolo, Senior Vice President of Competitive Capabilities International (CCI) Inc., responsible for global business development and strategy, is the newly elected Chairperson of the AIDC Eastern Cape Board. Dr Petrarolo succeeds outgoing… more

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 1 June 2017. United Way South Africa, a proudly South African Non-Profit Organisation (NPO) that is part of the global United Way Worldwide movement, held its official launch today in Johannesburg. The organization aims… more

“New passenger vehicle sales continue to show strain with a 2.5% drop year on year driven by pressure on consumer affordability driven by new car price increases. The current pressure on new car sales is expected to remain for the remainder of… more

Commercial vehicle sales in May 2017, 3.5% lower than May 2016 and 23.8% higher than April 2017 Light Commercial vehicle sales in May 2017 were down by 1.5% from May 2016 and up by 26.5% in April 2017 More here more

Commenting on the new vehicle sales statistics for the month of May, 2017 – released today for public consumption on the website of the Department of Trade & Industry – the Association said that new vehicle sales in all segments, had registered… more

Midrand, South Africa - Fiat Chrysler Automobile's Abarth and Alfa Romeo brands will be participating in the 'Corse Italiana' track day at Zwartkops Raceway in Pretoria West on Sunday 4th June 2017. Gauteng dealers will be hosting invited guests in… more

Five stars. That's what the Chinese buying public have given Haval - which has been the best-selling SUV in its home country for 14 consecutive years, with over one-million units finding new homes last year. Five stars - that's what the H2… more

Prices are rising and for many of us buying a new car at this point is not an option. But before you buy a second-hand car, make sure you put your emotions aside and do some clear-headed thinking about your purchase. “Buying a car in South Africa is… more

Seize business opportunities of Indian automotive aftermarket @ GarageXpo India 2017! The Indian automotive aftermarket has been growing at a steady pace and is expected to expand rapidly over the next five years. The value chain in India remains… more

SKF is offering a consistent range for the Nissan Juke on our roads since 2011. Download Production Information Sheet for more information. Production Information Sheet more

Info on the Convention and programme here Standard Bank and SABEF support township entrepreneurs for economic growth In its journey to drive the growth of the African economy through entrepreneurship, Standard Bank will be the headline sponsor of… more

All parents want to protect their children as best they can. When it comes to child car safety, the correct child car seat can seem extremely expensive and some parents may be tempted to choose a cheaper alternative. This had led to thousands of… more

Volkswagen funds 22 school learners and 10 University Students Volkswagen bursars passing with distinction Volkswagen Group South Africa under the banner of the Volkswagen for Good initiative have been funding and supporting children of VWSA… more

Most of us take our car keys for granted. It’s not something to which we attach much value – until they gone that is. Without the key your car is pretty much useless, and keys go missing each and every day … they’re almost as prone to wandering as… more

A look behind the scenes: the "Colour and Trim" department at Volkswagen headquarters in Germany "We waited a long time for this kind of yellow." Designer Astrid Göring carefully pushes a small bowl of the spice turmeric aside to make space for the… more

Out of all the market segments in South Africa, the township and youth markets are possibly the trickiest for brand owners to understand and marketers to target. To this end, market research company, Ask Afrika will be sharing top-line trends and… more

SKF Grease Multi Packs SKF is now supplying SKF grease for CV Joints in separate multi pack kits.Product Code: VKG 1001 The kit is composed of 6 grease bags of 80 grams each. For more information, please contact your local Automotive Dealer or SKF’s… more

New MEYLE-HD control arm for all three OE control arm designs to fit BMW X5 and X6 models built from 2007 onwards Continuously variable guiding suspension ball joint helps maximise repair efficiency Hamburg, May 2017. One for all – true to this… more

Next generation technologies present advanced new ways for both public and private sector to address waste and pollution challenges, experts say. Speaking ahead of the upcoming workshops at Pollution and Waste Technology Africa showcase, experts… more

Volvo Cars has become the first automaker in the world to export China-built cars to Europe by train via China's new 'One Belt, One Road' trade initiative. The first S90 premium sedans, built at Volvo's Daqing plant in China, will arrive at a… more

South Africa has the fourth largest private security industry in the world per capita, with registered security officials outnumbering sworn-in police officers and active soldiers in the army. Arnoux Maré, Group CEO of Innovative Solutions Group and… more

Habitat for Humanity to build homes for Mandela Day Cape Town, May 2017– Habitat for Humanity South Africa in partnership with the Nelson Mandela Foundation will be hosting their Nelson Mandela International Build Week from 17 to 21 July in Orange… more

South African motorists are in for some fuel price relief in June. This is according to the Automobile Association (AA), which was commenting on unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF). “Our expectation for June… more

In the high stakes motorcycle tyre world, one name has commanded riders’ fierce loyalty for more than 120 years – Metzeler. Until now, however, the German brand has not enjoyed the widespread availability that local motorcyclists would prefer, but… more

Mitsubishi's Outlander seven-seater has notched up yet another accolade - this time for value for money. This latest international fourth consecutive praise for the 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander emphasises its value as one of the "10 Most Affordable… more

SKF is offering a consistent range for the Volkswagen Amarok on our roads since 2011. Download the Production Information Sheet for more information. SKF Product Information more

Three NGO's are the latest beneficiaries of the Volkswagen for Good initiative The latest cheque handover by Volkswagen brings the total amount donated to NGO's to R2.8 million in 2017 Three additional local organisations have received funding… more

The US company, whose vehicles have been built in SA since 1926, said it was selling its Struandale vehicle assembly plant in Port Elizabeth to Japanese commercial vehicle company Isuzu, said David Furlonger of the Business Day. The decision by… more

We can't claim a lack of luck favouring us of late. A near doubling of the maize harvest as a more normal summer rain season favoured us. A stronger 1Q17 mining output has export prices favoured us. A major decline in CPI inflation to 5.3% in April,… more

Midrand, South Africa - The Fiat brand achieved five prestigious awards for advertising this week. Made in collaboration with the Leo Burnett creative agency, the winning campaigns are the result of the constantly innovative approach of the brand in… more

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An 'experience' that fully engages the senses and appeals to the heart In recent months, Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) has embarked on a number of virtual reality campaigns through their visual effects and animation agency, Sinister Studio. The… more

SA’s premier motorcycle, music & lifestyle festival 2017 26-28 May, Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit It’s a wrap – the second instalment of South Africa Bike Festival, powered by Discovery Channel, took place at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit this past… more

Pilot projects in 2017: Trade fairs in Shanghai and Johannesburg The world's biggest B2B trade fair brand, “Automechanika”, and the “Italian Garage Equipment Manufacturers Association” (AICA) would like to work together more closely in future. The… more

15 August 1985 is seared in my memory. This was the day that PW Botha made his infamous Rubicon speech, which while cocking a snook at the international community and world markets, it precipitated the decline of the National Party, the unbanning of… more

Advanced automation solutions for every area of process control will go on show at the Africa Automation Fair and Connected Industries conference from 6-8 June 2017 at the Ticketpro Dome in North Riding. Africa Automation Fair and the Connected… more

In view of favourable growth outlook for tyres, the Indian tyre majors are planning to embark on massive capacity expansion at about Rs.250 billion within the country and abroad (source: Rubber Asia). The Indian Tyre industry has become one of the… more

Boulogne Billancourt - Groupe Renault today announced a senior management appointment. As of July 1st, 2017, Fabrice Cambolive will become Senior Vice President, Chairman of the Africa-Middle-East-India (AMI) region. He will report to Stefan… more

Plans to declare traffic law enforcement an essential service, and thereby enable a 24-hour working schedule for traffic law enforcers, is a positive development to be welcomed by all motorists in South Africa. This is the view of the Automobile… more

Volvo Cars' Senior Vice President of Design, Thomas Ingenlath, has won the 'Design Hero' award at the 2017 Autocar Awards in England. Ingenlath has been at Volvo since 2012 and has led a team of designers that have revolutionised Volvo design - and… more

The Alfa Romeo Giulia, recently launched in South Africa, has been named a 'Game Changer' at the prestigious UK Autocar Awards as it has signaled 'a transformation for one of the most loved names in motoring'. Mark Tisshaw, Editor of Autocar,… more

According to Stats SA, in quarter four of 2016, year-on-year employment gains were found in the transport, agriculture and finance industries which grew by 61 000, 59 000 and 56 000 jobs respectively. Through its work with transporters, the… more

Higher income growth for lower income groups; signs of population migration up the income groups We present the 2016 income estimates for South Africa’s population. We also measure income changes across different income groups since 2011. We rely on… more

Continental wins awards in the category Mobile for its 3D Display Surface and in the category Vehicle Technology for its Intelligent Glass ControlThe CES Asia Innovation Awards celebrate outstanding product design and engineering in brand-new… more

China's best-selling SUV hits South Africa... GWM is dead. Long live GWM. But wait - don't stop reading. Let's qualify that. Great Wall Motors' vehicles are alive and well in South Africa, as GWM now enters its 10th year on the local market. And… more

Olympic champion Rose, Open winner Stenson, multiple major champion Kaymer other stars get the Rolex Series underway at the BMW PGA Championship (23rd to 28th May). Title defender Chris Wood sings the praises of the Wentworth Club’s revamped West… more

South Africans are starting to feel the pinch following the junk status announcement and now is the time to be savvy about car purchases, believes Vishal Premlall, Director of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA). “Don’t commit to a new… more

Winner gets a Jonnesway 6 drawer Black Edition 196-piece professional tool chest valued at R28 000 AutObarn and Jonnesway have created an exciting photographic competition for their SuperHatch race series. The competition is open to all… more

Abarth is a racing and road-car maker founded by Italo-Austrian Carlo Abarth in 1949. The performance brand of Fiat originally built exhaust systems for vehicles and the now-famous association with Fiat began in 1952 when the Abarth 1500 Biposto was… more