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MAHLE Sees South Africa as a Strategic Base for Africa’s Automotive Future
General News
Jun 4, 2026
Staff Writer

MAHLE Sees South Africa as a Strategic Base for Africa’s Automotive Future

MAHLE sees South Africa as a strategic base for Africa’s automotive growth, with plans to expand production, exports and services.

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Volkswagen Kariega Builds One Millionth Polo Milestone
OEM News
Jun 2, 2026
Staff Writer

Volkswagen Kariega Builds One Millionth Polo Milestone

Volkswagen Group Africa’s Kariega plant has built one millionth Polo GTI, marking major production milestone and export success across 38 markets

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South Africa’s Automotive Exports Surge Despite Global Headwinds
Insight
Jun 2, 2026
Staff Writer

South Africa’s Automotive Exports Surge Despite Global Headwinds

South Africa's automotive exports reached record levels in 2025, driven by strong vehicle demand despite global trade challenges.

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Retro-inspired iCAUR V23 Launches in South Africa
OEM News
Jun 2, 2026
Staff Writer

Retro-inspired iCAUR V23 Launches in South Africa

The new iCAUR V23 arrives in South Africa with retro SUV styling, EV power, up to 430 km range and advanced technology.

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BASF Coatings Drives Forward the Future of Robotic Vehicle Paint Repair
General News
Jun 1, 2026
Staff Writer

BASF Coatings Drives Forward the Future of Robotic Vehicle Paint Repair

BASF Coatings expands robotics-assisted refinish capabilities, linking digital colour systems with automated paint application in body shops.

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Forvia Hella brings advanced headlamp technology to China
General News
Jun 1, 2026
Staff Writer

Forvia Hella brings advanced headlamp technology to China

Forvia Hella introduces SSL | HD headlamp tech in China, locally developed for Zeekr 8X, enabling adaptive lighting, 25,000-pixel control

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Chinese brands make history in SA Car of the Year
General News
May 28, 2026
Staff Writer

Chinese brands make history in SA Car of the Year

Jetour T2 wins the 2026 South African Car of the Year, becoming the first Chinese brand to take the title in the SAGMJ competition history.

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Distracted Driving and Rising Claims Costs Put US Motor Insurers Under Pressure
General News
May 28, 2026
Staff Writer

Distracted Driving and Rising Claims Costs Put US Motor Insurers Under Pressure

US auto insurance faces rising distracted driving, higher claims costs, and increased policy shopping as consumers switch providers.

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Ferrari Takes Electric Future to Vatican
General News
May 28, 2026
Staff Writer

Ferrari Takes Electric Future to Vatican

Ferrari unveils its first electric vehicle, the Luce, at Castel Gandolfo during a symbolic meeting with Pope Leo XIV, marking a new era for the brand.

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