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July 8, 2019

Hino tops NADA DSI Awards honours

This year’s National Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA) Dealer Satisfaction Index Survey Awards saw Hino take a Platinum accolade – the only manufacturer to achieve...

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July 8, 2019

FAW throws down the gauntlet

FAW’s recently launched, locally built 6.130 FL medium truck has been specifically configured to meet the needs of southern and central African markets, according...

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July 8, 2019

β€˜Exports crucial to auto sector sustainability’

Export-oriented business is crucial for the long-term sustainability of South Africa’s automotive industry, according to Neale Hill, managing director of the Ford Motor Company...

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June 27, 2019

Positive response to used-oil management

Used oil is a valuable resource which, if disposed of correctly, can be recycled and used again Members of South Africa’s independent motor repair...

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June 27, 2019

Ready for SATC?

The impact of disruptive transport technologies in southern Africa forms the theme for this year’sΒ Southern African Transport Conference (SATC). The annual SATC is regarded...

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June 27, 2019

Botswana gears up for niche trade show

Electra Mining Botswana, a niche trade show that is scheduled to take place at the Gaborone Fairgrounds in September, has been designed to support...

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June 27, 2019

MAN racks up hybrid bus sales

Since the delivery of its first hybrid bus in May 2010, vehicles in MAN’s range of Lion’s City EfficientHybrids are plying routes in more...

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June 27, 2019

β€˜Carbon tax detrimental to the economy’

South Africa has implemented a carbon tax as part of its international commitment to reducing greenhouse gases. Observers believe that, while the move by...

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June 13, 2019

Warehousing award for Fiat Chrysler

Consistent and reliable service delivery from the South African arm of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles sees its parts warehouse scoop a Branch of the Year...

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June 13, 2019

Cummins focuses on Africa

Engine manufacturer Cummins sets its sights on breaking production and service records in its centennial year – with African business opportunities listed as a...

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June 13, 2019

Zimbabwe looks to re-establish its motor industry

With a view to reviving large scale vehicle manufacturing in Zimbabwe, members of that country’s motor industry recently visited South Africa to see how...

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June 13, 2019

Product innovation in the spotlight

Entries are open for Automechanika Johannesburg’s 2019 Innovation Awards. Winning products will receive winning treatment at the automotive aftermarket’s event of the year, to...

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