The 2025 Dakar Rally brought not only victory for Toyota, but also a second place overall for TOYOTA GAZOO Racing's Henk Lategan and Brett Cummings #211.

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20.01.2025

TOYOTA CREWS DUKE IT OUT ON PENULTIMATE DAKAR STAGE - AUTOREF

The final stage of Dakar 2025 is underway, bringing the 12-stage event to a close at the bivouac in Shubaytah.

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17.01.2025

RAPTOR HIGH HEAT AEROSOLS – A NEW BREED OF RAPTOR - AUTOREF

RAPTOR High Heat Aerosols use advanced ceramic technology formulated to be five times tougher than standard automotive paints, withstanding heat up to 1000°C.

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17.01.2025

ROLLS-ROYCE AND BENTLEY CROWN A BEST OF BRITISH THEME FOR 2025 GEORGE OLD CAR SHOW IN FEBRUARY - AUTOREF

All-in-all, a wonderful 28th rendition of the George Old Car Show is being planned for early 2025 at Waldo Scribante.

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05.12.2024

ASPIRE COLLECTIBLE CARS - AUTOREF

Aspire Art’s Collectable Cars division offers rare vehicles, including a 1976 Ferrari 308 GTB, with verified history and provenance.

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05.12.2024

CEOs TARGET ECONOMIC GROWTH AND 1 MILLION JOBS BY 2030 - AUTOREF

CEOs pledge R250 million to tackle Eskom, Transnet, and crime issues, aiming for 3% growth and job creation by 2025.

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05.12.2024

ROLLS-ROYCE AND BENTLEY CROWN A BEST OF BRITISH THEME FOR THE 2025 GEORGE OLD CAR SHOW ON FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - AUTOREF

The George Old Car Show (Feb 8, 2025) will feature Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and other British classics with 1,000 cars.

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05.12.2024

SAB LAUNCHES “DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE” CAMPAIGN - AUTOREF

SAB's campaign discourages drunk driving through responsible drinking initiatives and partnerships, with support from Alcohol Evidence Centres for arrests.

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05.12.2024

TOYOTA WARNS SA - AUTOREF

Andrew Kirby called for government action to boost South Africa's automotive industry, suggesting policies similar to Thailand’s successful model.

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05.12.2024

DEFENDER COMPLETES 60 000 KM AFRICA ODYSSEY EXPEDITION, HELPING DISTRIBUTE 15 880 MOSQUITO NETS - AUTOREF

The Kingsley Holgate Foundation’s Africa Odyssey showcased Defender 130s' reliability, distributing 15,880 mosquito nets across 24 African countries.

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29.11.2024

AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG 2024 - AUTOREF

Automechanika Johannesburg expo featured fleet management, new financing solutions, and industry discussions, showcasing global brands and innovations.

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29.11.2024

MIX AND MATCH INTRODUCE CHALLENGER CL6500 VOC HARDENER TO THEIR RANGE - AUTOREF

Challenger by Mix & Match offers rapid-drying hardeners, colour-matching toners, and high-performance primers, ensuring accurate repairs and fast service.

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29.11.2024

GLASURIT’S COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY AND 100 LINE PAINT SYSTEM LAUNCH - AUTOREF

Glasurit’s 100 Line offers eco-friendly, waterborne paints, reducing emissions and enhancing productivity, while maintaining high-quality automotive refinishing standards.

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29.11.2024

KEITH’S PANEL SHOP - AUTOREF

Reece Williamson’s Keith’s Panel Shop offers high-quality repairs, wheel alignment, and diagnostics, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.

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29.11.2024

LUXOR EXPANDS INTO PROFESSIONAL SPRAY GUNS WITH THE PREMIUM REFINE RANAGE - AUTOREF

The CARLA Refine series offers exceptional drop forged design coupled with optimum paint transfer rates and over spray, helping with cost saving.

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29.11.2024

THE YEAR THAT WAS…. - AUTOREF

This year the CRA has faced challenges but made progress with training initiatives, addressing skills shortages, and collaborating on fairness and transparency.

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29.11.2024

DENYS EDWARDES WHERE PEOPLE AND CARS MATTER - AUTOREF

Denys Edwardes, family-owned since 1936, specialises in collision repairs with skilled staff, advanced services, and a focus on quality.

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28.11.2024

STANDOX INTRODUCES NEW SPECIAL EFFECT RED MIXING TINT - AUTOREF

Standox introduced Basecoat Hybrid Special Effect Mix 107 Volcano Red for precise red colour matches in popular OEM car shades.

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28.11.2024

TRENDLINE AUTO SUPPLIERS ARE TOPS IN SERVICE AND BACK UP - AUTOREF

Trendline Auto, led by Rory Brough and George Rex, focuses on improving paint refinish processes, efficiency, and customer support.

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28.11.2024

PUBLISHER’S FAMOUS LAST WORDS - AUTOREF

This edition covers industry advancements, new products, company profiles, vehicle evaluations, and future collision repair challenges.

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28.11.2024

30% OF CAR OWNERS NOT REPAIRING PAINT WORK - AUTOREF

A YouGov survey found many British car owners avoid repairs due to cost, with younger and older drivers needing fewer fixes.

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28.11.2024

AXALTA INTRODUCE AXALTA NIMBUS - AUTOREF

Axalta Nimbus is a global platform integrating tools for refinish customers, boosting efficiency, profitability, and enabling data-driven business decisions.

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28.11.2024

SLOW EV UPTAKE IMPACTS WESTERN WORLDS’ MOTOR MAKERS - AUTOREF

The global EV push faces slow adoption and economic challenges, with Chinese automakers dominating, while Western brands revise targets.

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28.11.2024

DID YOU KNOW - AUTOREF

Parking sensors, cameras, and wing mirror defrosters are popular car features, with many willing to pay extra for them.

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28.11.2024

GLASURIT LAUNCHES 100 LINE AT THE GLASURIT GOLF DAY 2024 - AUTOREF

The Glasurit Golf Day showcased the 100 Line launch, with networking while highlighting sustainability and Dino’s Panelbeaters taking the win.

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28.11.2024

AUTOMECHANIKA FRANKFURT - AUTOREF

Automechanika Frankfurt boasted some amazingly innovative products for the collision repair sector.

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28.11.2024

COLLISION REPAIR: MASSIVE OPPORTUNITY OR MAJOR PROBLEMS? - AUTOREF

The growing complexity of vehicles, including BEVs and PHEVs, presents challenges for repairers, requiring adaptation, training, and up-to-date skills.

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27.11.2024

VOLUME CONTROL - AUTOREF

Body shops face declining volumes due to financial pressures and changing habits, but some thrive by offering competitive pricing and service.

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27.11.2024

STELLANTIS MAY DROP UNPROFITABLE BRANDS - AUTOREF

Stellantis operates 14 brands, with CEO Tavares warning unprofitable ones, like Maserati and Lancia, may be axed amid financial struggles.

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27.11.2024

THE TECH SHORTAGE: IS THE TIDE TURNING? - AUTOREF

The 2023 TechForce report shows a rise in automotive graduates and technician workforce growth, driven by increasing interest in trade schools.

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27.11.2024

UNDERSTANDING INSURANCE CLAIMS - AUTOREF

Follow these steps for an insurance claim: assess damage, report, file, arrange repairs, and settle for a fair resolution.

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27.11.2024

VOLVO SHIFTS FROM 2030 ALL-EV COMMITMENT TO HYBRID STRATEGY - AUTOREF

Volvo's 2030 EV plan includes BEVs, PHEVs, and MHEVs, with new models like the EX90, EX60, and improved electrified variants.

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27.11.2024

STUDY REVEALS WHY AUSTRALIANS ARE NOT BUYING ELECTRIC CARS - AUTOREF

A 2024 Australian study shows high EV costs and limited charging infrastructure hinder adoption, though environmental benefits and savings drive interest.

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27.11.2024

VEHICLE RISK RATING MODEL LAUNCHED TO HELP INSURERS KEEP PACE WITH THE TIMES - AUTOREF

Thatcham Research launches a new Vehicle Risk Rating system, improving vehicle insurability assessments with a dynamic, data-driven framework.

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27.11.2024

FROM TRADITIONAL TO PRECISION: VEHICLE PULLING AND MEASURING - AUTOREF

Collision repair now demands precision, advanced tools, and continuous technician training to handle modern vehicles, ADAS calibration, and safety systems.

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26.11.2024

SPOTCAR 4000 FROM CELETTE SA - AUTOREF

Celette SA's Multifunction Spotter enables fast car repairs with microprocessor control, offering welding, heating, and accessories like washers and electrodes.

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26.11.2024

DRIVE WATER RESISTANT TYRE DRESSING FROM CONCEPT 23 - AUTOREF

Concept 23 restores tyres to a like-new finish with a fast-drying, non-tacky formula, applied easily via spray or brush.

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26.11.2024

CHALLENGER’S NEW CL6500 VOC HARDENER - AUTOREF

Challenger hardeners ensure optimal performance for various layers, with the CL6500 VOC Hardener providing rapid drying for quick polishing.

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26.11.2024

LUXOR PAINTS CARLA NEO-FLOW SPRAY GUN - AUTOREF

The CARLA Neo-Flo HVLP spray gun offers high efficiency, ergonomic design, and is available in Chrome or Teflon coating.

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26.11.2024

FESTOOL COMPRESSED AIR ECCENTRIC SANDER LEX 3 77/2.5 FOR SURFACE FINISHING - AUTOREF

The LEX 3 77/2.5 is a lightweight, low-vibration sander ideal for small areas, offering durability, low maintenance, and cost savings.

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TOYOTA FIRST AND SECOND AT DAKAR 2025 - AUTOREF

TOYOTA CREWS DUKE IT OUT ON PENULTIMATE DAKAR STAGE - AUTOREF

RAPTOR HIGH HEAT AEROSOLS – A NEW BREED OF RAPTOR - AUTOREF

ROLLS-ROYCE AND BENTLEY CROWN A BEST OF BRITISH THEME FOR 2025 GEORGE OLD CAR SHOW IN FEBRUARY - AUTOREF

ASPIRE COLLECTIBLE CARS - AUTOREF

CEOs TARGET ECONOMIC GROWTH AND 1 MILLION JOBS BY 2030 - AUTOREF

ROLLS-ROYCE AND BENTLEY CROWN A BEST OF BRITISH THEME FOR THE 2025 GEORGE OLD CAR SHOW ON FEBRUARY 8, 2025 - AUTOREF

SAB LAUNCHES “DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE” CAMPAIGN - AUTOREF

TOYOTA WARNS SA - AUTOREF

DEFENDER COMPLETES 60 000 KM AFRICA ODYSSEY EXPEDITION, HELPING DISTRIBUTE 15 880 MOSQUITO NETS - AUTOREF

AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG 2024 - AUTOREF

MIX AND MATCH INTRODUCE CHALLENGER CL6500 VOC HARDENER TO THEIR RANGE - AUTOREF

GLASURIT’S COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY AND 100 LINE PAINT SYSTEM LAUNCH - AUTOREF

KEITH’S PANEL SHOP - AUTOREF

LUXOR EXPANDS INTO PROFESSIONAL SPRAY GUNS WITH THE PREMIUM REFINE RANAGE - AUTOREF

THE YEAR THAT WAS…. - AUTOREF

DENYS EDWARDES WHERE PEOPLE AND CARS MATTER - AUTOREF

STANDOX INTRODUCES NEW SPECIAL EFFECT RED MIXING TINT - AUTOREF

TRENDLINE AUTO SUPPLIERS ARE TOPS IN SERVICE AND BACK UP - AUTOREF

PUBLISHER’S FAMOUS LAST WORDS - AUTOREF

30% OF CAR OWNERS NOT REPAIRING PAINT WORK - AUTOREF

AXALTA INTRODUCE AXALTA NIMBUS - AUTOREF

SLOW EV UPTAKE IMPACTS WESTERN WORLDS’ MOTOR MAKERS - AUTOREF

DID YOU KNOW - AUTOREF

GLASURIT LAUNCHES 100 LINE AT THE GLASURIT GOLF DAY 2024 - AUTOREF

AUTOMECHANIKA FRANKFURT - AUTOREF

COLLISION REPAIR: MASSIVE OPPORTUNITY OR MAJOR PROBLEMS? - AUTOREF

VOLUME CONTROL - AUTOREF

STELLANTIS MAY DROP UNPROFITABLE BRANDS - AUTOREF

THE TECH SHORTAGE: IS THE TIDE TURNING? - AUTOREF

UNDERSTANDING INSURANCE CLAIMS - AUTOREF

VOLVO SHIFTS FROM 2030 ALL-EV COMMITMENT TO HYBRID STRATEGY - AUTOREF

STUDY REVEALS WHY AUSTRALIANS ARE NOT BUYING ELECTRIC CARS - AUTOREF

VEHICLE RISK RATING MODEL LAUNCHED TO HELP INSURERS KEEP PACE WITH THE TIMES - AUTOREF

FROM TRADITIONAL TO PRECISION: VEHICLE PULLING AND MEASURING - AUTOREF

SPOTCAR 4000 FROM CELETTE SA - AUTOREF

DRIVE WATER RESISTANT TYRE DRESSING FROM CONCEPT 23 - AUTOREF

CHALLENGER’S NEW CL6500 VOC HARDENER - AUTOREF

LUXOR PAINTS CARLA NEO-FLOW SPRAY GUN - AUTOREF

FESTOOL COMPRESSED AIR ECCENTRIC SANDER LEX 3 77/2.5 FOR SURFACE FINISHING - AUTOREF

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