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Eqstra Training Opportunities

Jun, 23 2017, 10:02

As part of its Learning and Development programme, Eqstra Fleet Management and Logistics has introduced the Eqstra Bursary Programme, which adds to its diverse training opportunities already established.

What SA’s ratings downgrade means for the auction industry

Jun, 15 2017, 07:25

South Africa’s auctioneering market is poised for a shift as auctions grow in popularity over traditional retail sales platforms against a backdrop of credit ratings downgrades and news that the country has slipped into a recession.

Junk Status continues to play havoc with car sales

Jun, 02 2017, 09:44

The effects of South Africa’s economy being downgraded to junk status continued to be felt in the new vehicle sales industry - with new vehicle sales for May 201experiencing a year-on-year decline of 2.6%.

Fuel price relief - for the short term

May, 29 2017, 18:42

South African motorists are in for some fuel price relief in June. This is according to the AA, which was commenting on unaudited month-end fuel price data released by the Central Energy Fund (CEF).

Torre Parts and Components acquires 100% of Top Class Automotive

May, 26 2017, 09:09

“The acquisition of Top Class Automotive with its premium basket of brands, namely SKF, Permatex, DJ and FTE continues to enhance our strategic growth in the Automotive Aftermarket sector and expands Torre’s product range."

Tenneco ‘4T’ programme surpasses 360,000 trainees

May, 24 2017, 17:28

Tenneco’s “4T” (Tenneco Train the Trainers) programme has seen its 360,000th trainee complete the programme in under ten years of its existence. In all, the company’s 4T Master Trainer Team from EMEA added another 11,363 trainees in 2016.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts Launches Wagner QSTM Aftermarket Brake Pads

May, 08 2017, 10:06

Federal-Mogul Motorparts has announced the launch of its new Wagner QS® application-specific brake pads for commercial vehicles

Preparing SA for the fourth industrial revolution

May, 02 2017, 11:38

The discussions as the inaugural NAACAM show centred largely on the the so-called “Fourth Industrial Revolution, and now more local analysis is highlighting just how crucial education and innovation will be in keeping up with global trends.

Vermont Sales Training Academy courses to October 2017

Apr, 20 2017, 16:23

Vermont Sales has announced the courses it will run through its training academy from now until October and will be held in various centres across the country.

TransUnion releases latest VPI and comments on 'Junk Status' impact

Apr, 20 2017, 11:53

According to the latest VPI from TransUnion, SA's motoring industry has yet to see the full impact of the recent Junk Status downgrade, as well as an increase in pricing since Q1 2016.