The South African automotive sector struggles with imports, emissions standards, and slow electrification, requiring urgent government support to survive.

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30.01.2025

BASF’S REFINISH COMPETENCE CENTRE IN GAUTENG: LEADING INNOVATION AND SUPPORT FOR AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING - AUTOREF

BASF’s Refinish Competence Centre (RCC) in Midrand, Gauteng, plays a crucial role in supporting the automotive refinishing industry across SA and sub-Saharan Africa.

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30.01.2025

10 MINUTES OF HVLP SPRAY GUN TECHNOLOGY PERFORMANCE - AUTOREF

Proper air supply is vital for HVLP spray guns, ensuring optimal atomisation, defect-free finishes, and high-quality refinishing results.

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30.01.2025

EUROPEAN VEHICLE MANUFACTURING – A WARNING? - AUTOREF

European manufacturers face cost and labour challenges, while collision repairers may benefit from a shift to vehicle refurbishment and repair.

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30.01.2025

UNLOCKING THE KEY TO ATTRACTING TALENT TO BODY SHOPS - AUTOREF

To attract talent, body shops must modernise, promote tech innovation, shorten training, and enhance job satisfaction and recognition.

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30.01.2025

EUROPE IS HAVING A TOUGH TIME TOO - AUTOREF

European automakers struggle with EV demand, rising costs, and layoffs, while Audi’s F1 future hinges on Qatar funding.

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30.01.2025

SOLAR CHARGING PAINT DEVELOPED BY MERCEDES-BENZ - AUTOREF

Mercedes-Benz’s solar paint powers EVs continuously, reducing range anxiety, enhancing sustainability, and transforming vehicles into efficient solar generators.

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30.01.2025

THE INSURANCE “DIVIDE AND RULE” PRINCIPLE IS ALIVE AND WELL - AUTOREF

Insurers strain repairers with rushed agreements, while rapid AI and vehicle tech demand tools, training, and OEM collaboration.

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29.01.2025

MODERN VEHICLE CONSTRUCTION – WELDING TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS - AUTOREF

Advanced materials and electronics necessitate precise welding techniques, material identification, and strict OEM guidelines to ensure safety and performance.

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29.01.2025

FACING UP TO THE PERFECT STORM - AUTOREF

Motor manufacturing is facing the challenges of wide-ranging technical change, and the demand for updated skills at a time when repair technician upskilling and recruitment is in crisis.

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29.01.2025

HOT ACTIVE PLASMA TECHNOLOGY I AUDI A8 PRODUCTION - AUTOREF

Acerios hot active plasma technology improves cleaning efficiency, reduces costs, and enhances stud welding quality in Audi A8 production.

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29.01.2025

WHEN IS A TOTAL LOSS A REPAIRABLE PROPOSITION? - AUTOREF

Modern vehicle assessment faces challenges with digitisation, requiring improved processes, accurate data, and proper inspections for repairability and salvage categorisation.

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29.01.2025

ELECTRIC VEHICLE REPAIR: 12V BATTERY AND TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS - AUTOREF

What is the proper way to jumpstart an EV? Chances are that the low-voltage (LV) or 12-volt (12V) battery inside that EV has gone dead.

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29.01.2025

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT STORAGE CHARGES - AUTOREF

Storage charges help collision repairers manage costs, ensure productivity, and provide safe vehicle handling during repair delays or disputes.

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29.01.2025

NEW RIVETING TECHNOLOGY HELPS TO REDUCE THE WEIGHT OF THE RIVETED COMPONENTS - AUTOREF

RHR accelerates riveting, strengthens magnesium bonds, eliminates pre-heating, and enables aluminium use without cold storage, revolutionising lightweight manufacturing.

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29.01.2025

WHEN CALIBRATION FAILS - AUTOREF

Calibration failures in automotive repair are often due to alignment issues, incorrect setup, or sensor misplacement, requiring expert diagnostics.

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27.01.2025

AUTO RETRACT HOSE REEL FROM AIR CRAFT - AUTOREF

The auto-retract air hose reel provides efficient, safe storage and delivery of compressed air, ideal for workshops, DIY, and manufacturing.

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27.01.2025

AUTO TECH NEWCASTLE OFFER FIVE STAR SERVICE - AUTOREF

Auto Tech excels in advanced body repairs, with cutting-edge technology and colour matching, offering excellent service and increased uninsured driver repairs.

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27.01.2025

HELVI TP 195 FROM CELETTE SA - AUTOREF

The welding inverter offers versatile control for MIG, TIG, and STICK welding, with easy operation and digital displays for settings.

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27.01.2025

LUXOR PAINTS CARVELLO AUTOMOTIVE TWIN PACK MATT CLEAR - AUTOREF

Luxor Paints’ Automotive Twin Pack offers excellent flow, scratch resistance, and durability, ideal for plastic parts, with a lifetime warranty.

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27.01.2025

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

RAPTOR High Heat coating resists up to 1 000°C, offering tough, long-lasting protection for high-temperature automotive parts and surfaces.

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27.01.2025

HURRICANE EQUIPMENT INTRODUCE INFLATABLE SPRAY BOOTH - AUTOREF

The inflatable spray booth from Hurricane Equipment offers fast setup, air filtration, and safety features, suitable for conventional cars.

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27.01.2025

DEVILBISS DVI CLEAR COAT SPRAY GUN - AUTOREF

DeVilbiss spray guns offer consistent, perfect finishes. Tunzi Automotive provides parts for guns lasting up to 40 years.

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27.01.2025

MAXXT – TECH PROFESSIONAL ORBITAL POLISHER - AUTOREF

The MAXXT-TECH Orbital Polisher MOP71015 offers low vibration, adjustable speed, and easy carbon brush replacement for efficient, high-quality finishes.

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27.01.2025

ALFA BODYWORKS COLLISION REPAIR CENTRE – HUMBLE BEGINNING TO INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP - AUTOREF

Founded by the Fataar brothers, Alfa Bodyworks excels in quality repairs, innovation, and training, enhancing efficiency with PPG systems.

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27.01.2025

MAJOR DIE CAST BODY PARTS – HURDLES AND OPPORTUNITIES - AUTOREF

Tesla’s die casting innovations reduce complexity, but repairs are highly restricted, requiring strict protocols for welding and straightening.

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21.01.2025

TOYOTA FIRST AND SECOND AT DAKAR 2025 - AUTOREF

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

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

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

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

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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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

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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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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THE EVER EVOLVING WORKFORCE - AUTOREF

STATE OF THE MOTOR INDUSTRY - AUTOREF

SA AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY NEEDS MORE STATE SUPPORT - AUTOREF

BASF’S REFINISH COMPETENCE CENTRE IN GAUTENG: LEADING INNOVATION AND SUPPORT FOR AUTOMOTIVE REFINISHING - AUTOREF

10 MINUTES OF HVLP SPRAY GUN TECHNOLOGY PERFORMANCE - AUTOREF

EUROPEAN VEHICLE MANUFACTURING – A WARNING? - AUTOREF

UNLOCKING THE KEY TO ATTRACTING TALENT TO BODY SHOPS - AUTOREF

EUROPE IS HAVING A TOUGH TIME TOO - AUTOREF

SOLAR CHARGING PAINT DEVELOPED BY MERCEDES-BENZ - AUTOREF

THE INSURANCE “DIVIDE AND RULE” PRINCIPLE IS ALIVE AND WELL - AUTOREF

MODERN VEHICLE CONSTRUCTION – WELDING TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS - AUTOREF

FACING UP TO THE PERFECT STORM - AUTOREF

HOT ACTIVE PLASMA TECHNOLOGY I AUDI A8 PRODUCTION - AUTOREF

WHEN IS A TOTAL LOSS A REPAIRABLE PROPOSITION? - AUTOREF

ELECTRIC VEHICLE REPAIR: 12V BATTERY AND TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS - AUTOREF

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT STORAGE CHARGES - AUTOREF

NEW RIVETING TECHNOLOGY HELPS TO REDUCE THE WEIGHT OF THE RIVETED COMPONENTS - AUTOREF

WHEN CALIBRATION FAILS - AUTOREF

AUTO RETRACT HOSE REEL FROM AIR CRAFT - AUTOREF

AUTO TECH NEWCASTLE OFFER FIVE STAR SERVICE - AUTOREF

HELVI TP 195 FROM CELETTE SA - AUTOREF

LUXOR PAINTS CARVELLO AUTOMOTIVE TWIN PACK MATT CLEAR - AUTOREF

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

HURRICANE EQUIPMENT INTRODUCE INFLATABLE SPRAY BOOTH - AUTOREF

DEVILBISS DVI CLEAR COAT SPRAY GUN - AUTOREF

MAXXT – TECH PROFESSIONAL ORBITAL POLISHER - AUTOREF

ALFA BODYWORKS COLLISION REPAIR CENTRE – HUMBLE BEGINNING TO INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP - AUTOREF

MAJOR DIE CAST BODY PARTS – HURDLES AND OPPORTUNITIES - AUTOREF

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

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

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

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

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

TOYOTA WARNS SA - AUTOREF

ASPIRE COLLECTIBLE CARS - AUTOREF

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

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