Nissan, with Radi-Cool, has developed ‘cool paint’ that lowers vehicles exteriors by 12ºC and interiors by 5ºC. Tested in Tokyo, it reduces air conditioning use, boosts EV range, and improves efficiency. Thinner, multi-colour versions are planned for future roll out.

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01.10.2025

HYUNDAI KEEPS PACE WITH SERVICE DIAGNOSTIC TRAINING - AUTOREF

Hyundai SA’s Service Diagnostic programme trains technicians across three levels, ensuring nationwide expertise to handle evolving vehicle technologies and complex diagnostics.

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01.10.2025

RECENT NATIONAL INDASA TRAINING WITH LUXOR PAINTS - AUTOREF

INDASA and Luxor hosted distributors, demonstrating innovative abrasives and tools like HT Ceramic and PRO-XS, enhancing knowledge and sales.

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01.10.2025

FORD MODEL T - AUTOREF

The Pro Auto Rubber Tour in Mpumalanga celebrated vintage cars, mostly Ford Model Ts, highlighting mechanical simplicity, female participation, and the dedication of owners. Enthusiasts also shared stories of classic motorcycles, bridging generations of automotive passion.

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01.10.2025

TRAINING FOR THE FUTURE - AUTOREF

Lebo Seatle mentors future artisans, breaking barriers as the first female spray painter at Alternate ARC while empowering women in repair trades.

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01.10.2025

HOLLARD ARTISAN PROGRAMME UPDATE - TWO YEARS IN - AUTOREF

Hollard Artisan Programme develops skilled, industry-ready spray painters and body repairers via hands-on placements, mentorship, and accredited trade testing.

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01.10.2025

BAKKIES BOTHA JOINS TORK CRAFT AS OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR - AUTOREF

Rugby legend Bakkies Botha joins Tork Craft as brand ambassador, fronting a nationwide campaign celebrating strength, durability, and South African grit.

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01.10.2025

BASF POTJIE BOK POT CHALLENGE - AUTOREF

BASF’s Bok Pot Challenge united customers through cooking and rugby engaging customers nationwide.

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30.09.2025

IN AN UNSTABLE ECONOMY, WHERE DOES YOUR COLLISION REPAIR BUSINESS STAND? - AUTOREF

CRA Conference guides body shops through sheer insurer pressures, complex repairs, ADAS, and skills development to improve performance and profitability.

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30.09.2025

ADRIAN HARVEY APPOINTED SAGOLA TECHNICAL SPECIALIST IN SA - AUTOREF

Sagola appoints Adrian Harvey to boost South African footprint, offering advanced VOC-compliant spray guns, global expertise, and dealer network support.

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30.09.2025

BASF GRADUATION SUCCESS CONTINUES - AUTOREF

BASF celebrated ten spray painting graduates, blending practical training, mentorship, and global standards to develop skilled artisans and strengthen industry professionalism.

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30.09.2025

A SUBTLE EVOLUTION IS ALREADY HAPPENING - AUTOREF

Prioritising repairs over replacements saves money, reduces waste, and gives body shops a competitive and environmentally conscious advantage.

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30.09.2025

DAZE DISPOSABLE CUP SYSTEM - AUTOREF

Daze disposable paint cups cut solvent use, speed colour changes, enable upside-down spraying, and improve productivity with built-in filters and UV options.

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29.09.2025

THE STORY BEHIND MASKING TAPE WHEN PAINTING CARS - AUTOREF

Masking tape, created for auto body shops in 1925, became a versatile household essential and a symbol of 3M innovation.

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29.09.2025

PROGRESS AND THE BLEND OF KNOWLEDGE WITH HISTORY - AUTOREF

BEV collisions pose battery-related risks, but evolving knowledge and proper assessment can create repair opportunities despite residual value challenges.

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29.09.2025

INTERNATIONAL TARIFF WARS - WHAT OUTCOME AWAITS US? - AUTOREF

European auto repair faces threats from BEV write-offs, Chinese competition, and ADAS misuse amid weak investment and outdated strategies.

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29.09.2025

FESTIVAL OF MOTORING - AUTOREF

Kyalami’s Festival of Motoring highlighted new launches, test drives, and industry insights amid economic challenges and rapid market developments.

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29.09.2025

DEFENDER BATTERY POWERED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR - AUTOREF

Defender’s portable PAPR respirator offers clean air, lightweight comfort, digital monitory, and CE-certified protection for spray painting and industrial applications.

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29.09.2025

INDUSTRY TRAINING AND CONSULTING CONTINUED SUCCESS - AUTOREF

IT-C trains LSEN learners as spray painter and panelbeaters, using tailored hands-on programmes that foster inclusivity, confidence and industry-ready skills.

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29.09.2025

AUTO PRODUCTION PLANNERS FACE UNPRECEDENTED DISRUPTION - AUTOREF

EV’s tariffs, and market volatility are reshaping global and South African automotive planning, creating major challenges for manufacturers and planners.

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29.09.2025

ELECTRICITY FOREVER - AUTOREF

Body shops rely on stable electricity, but ageing infrastructure and growing demand mean grid failure risk is rising without urgent reinvestment.

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29.09.2025

FORD RANGER PLATINUM 3.0 LTR V6 - AUTOREF

Ford Ranger Platinum offers luxury, 3.0L V6 diesel, AWD, advanced tech, safety features, and premium interior.

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26.09.2025

HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID - AUTOREF

They Hyundai Santa Fé Hybrid offers seven seats, AWD, 175kW, 7.5l/100km efficiency, luxury features, and Hyundai’s seven-year warranty.

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26.09.2025

U-POL FLYWEIGHT FILLER - AUTOREF

U-Pol Flyweight filler cures fast, sands easily, and adheres to metal, paint, and fibreglass, offering a lightweight, pinhole-resistant solution.

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26.09.2025

DAZE DEFENDER AIR POWERED PURIFYING RESPIRATOR - AUTOREF

Daze Defender PAPR provides lightweight, portable respiratory protection for spray painting, with CE certification, battery display, and 12-month guarantee.

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26.09.2025

KYOTO ORBITAL SANDER SELF VACUUM 6 INCH FROM LUXOR PAINTS - AUTOREF

Luxor Paints offers a durable 150mm Orbital Palm Sander delivering smooth, swirl-free finishes with low vibration and quiet operation.

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26.09.2025

TOP BOX THREE-DRAWER AND TOP TRAY FROM TORK CRAFT - AUTOREF

The Lockable Three-Drawer Track Box from Tork Cart provides secure, versatile, and portable storage for tools on the move.

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26.09.2025

OCTORAL C600 RAPID PRODUCTION CLEAR - AUTOREF

The C600 Rapid Production Clear enables quick, multi-panel repairs with flexible drying options and dedicated hardeners for efficient, high-quality finishes.

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26.09.2025

SAGOLA SMART REPAIR KIT - AUTOREF

Sagola’s SMART Repair Kit delivers complete, efficient, and cost-effective tools for small to large panel repairs with quality spray performance.

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26.09.2025

NEW CONCEPT BODY SHOP FOR STANDERTON - AUTOREF

Lekwa Collision Repair in Standerton offers modern, high-tech structural and smart repairs, emphasising quality, training and customer service.

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26.09.2025

STAR BODY WORKS, NAMIBIA - AUTOREF

Windhoek’s Star Body Works delivers factory-approved collision repairs, advanced technology, and trusted service, sustaining excellent through 53 years of family leadership.

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26.09.2025

A PERFECT STORM - AUTOREF

Cheaper small BEVS and design simplification risk single-use cars, shrinking repair hours, and boosting salvage, challenging Europe’s automotive and repair industries.

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06.09.2025

PORSCHE SCRAPS PRODUCTION AT BATTERY UNIT DUE TO SLOW EV DEMAND - AUTOREF

German carmaker Porsche has scrapped production plans at its high-performance battery unit due to lack of demand and changed conditions in China and the USA.

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01.08.2025

SHARED ACCOUNTABILITY: MENTAL HEALTH IN THE MBR INDUSTRY - AUTOREF

Mental health matters in body shops. Addressing stress and creating supportive environments boosts performance, morale, and legal compliance.

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01.08.2025

WEBUYCARS; WHERE SECONDHAND CAR SALES IS NEXT LEVEL - AUTOREF

WeBuyCars sells 190 000 vehicles annually, combining high-tech processing with standout customer service and dominating South Africa’s used-car market.

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01.08.2025

BIGGER, BETTER AND BOLDER - AUTOREF

Automechanika Birmingham hosted 550 exhibitors and 15 000 attendees, showcasing repair innovations, ADAS tech, and extensive skills development sessions.

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01.08.2025

CYMOT CX 2025 EXPO: CONNECT & EXPLORE - AUTOREF

CYMOT launched its first CX Expo at the new Hilltop store, redefining customer engagement and celebrating innovation, heritage, and partnerships.

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30.07.2025

THE REAL BOND MOBILE ASTON MARTIN DB 2/4 MKIII - AUTOREF

Mark Barendse’s rare Aston Martin DB2/4 Mk III blends beauty, history, and performance — an authentic James Bond-era motoring masterpiece.

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29.07.2025

LIGHTNING-FAST PRECISION WITH DEBEER’S REVOLUTIONARY 1-380 1K PRIMER - AUTOREF

DeBeer’s 1-380 1K UV Primer cures in 90 seconds, offering fast, flawless repairs with excellent versatility and surface compatibility.

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NISSAN’S NEW PAINT TECHNOLOGY TO LOWER CABIN HEAT - AUTOREF

HYUNDAI KEEPS PACE WITH SERVICE DIAGNOSTIC TRAINING - AUTOREF

RECENT NATIONAL INDASA TRAINING WITH LUXOR PAINTS - AUTOREF

FORD MODEL T - AUTOREF

TRAINING FOR THE FUTURE - AUTOREF

HOLLARD ARTISAN PROGRAMME UPDATE - TWO YEARS IN - AUTOREF

BAKKIES BOTHA JOINS TORK CRAFT AS OFFICIAL BRAND AMBASSADOR - AUTOREF

BASF POTJIE BOK POT CHALLENGE - AUTOREF

IN AN UNSTABLE ECONOMY, WHERE DOES YOUR COLLISION REPAIR BUSINESS STAND? - AUTOREF

ADRIAN HARVEY APPOINTED SAGOLA TECHNICAL SPECIALIST IN SA - AUTOREF

BASF GRADUATION SUCCESS CONTINUES - AUTOREF

A SUBTLE EVOLUTION IS ALREADY HAPPENING - AUTOREF

DAZE DISPOSABLE CUP SYSTEM - AUTOREF

THE STORY BEHIND MASKING TAPE WHEN PAINTING CARS - AUTOREF

PROGRESS AND THE BLEND OF KNOWLEDGE WITH HISTORY - AUTOREF

INTERNATIONAL TARIFF WARS - WHAT OUTCOME AWAITS US? - AUTOREF

FESTIVAL OF MOTORING - AUTOREF

DEFENDER BATTERY POWERED AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATOR - AUTOREF

INDUSTRY TRAINING AND CONSULTING CONTINUED SUCCESS - AUTOREF

AUTO PRODUCTION PLANNERS FACE UNPRECEDENTED DISRUPTION - AUTOREF

ELECTRICITY FOREVER - AUTOREF

FORD RANGER PLATINUM 3.0 LTR V6 - AUTOREF

HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID - AUTOREF

U-POL FLYWEIGHT FILLER - AUTOREF

DAZE DEFENDER AIR POWERED PURIFYING RESPIRATOR - AUTOREF

KYOTO ORBITAL SANDER SELF VACUUM 6 INCH FROM LUXOR PAINTS - AUTOREF

TOP BOX THREE-DRAWER AND TOP TRAY FROM TORK CRAFT - AUTOREF

OCTORAL C600 RAPID PRODUCTION CLEAR - AUTOREF

SAGOLA SMART REPAIR KIT - AUTOREF

NEW CONCEPT BODY SHOP FOR STANDERTON - AUTOREF

STAR BODY WORKS, NAMIBIA - AUTOREF

A PERFECT STORM - AUTOREF

PORSCHE SCRAPS PRODUCTION AT BATTERY UNIT DUE TO SLOW EV DEMAND - AUTOREF

SHARED ACCOUNTABILITY: MENTAL HEALTH IN THE MBR INDUSTRY - AUTOREF

WEBUYCARS; WHERE SECONDHAND CAR SALES IS NEXT LEVEL - AUTOREF

BIGGER, BETTER AND BOLDER - AUTOREF

CYMOT CX 2025 EXPO: CONNECT & EXPLORE - AUTOREF

THE REAL BOND MOBILE ASTON MARTIN DB 2/4 MKIII - AUTOREF

LIGHTNING-FAST PRECISION WITH DEBEER’S REVOLUTIONARY 1-380 1K PRIMER - AUTOREF

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