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Connected cars and the Revolutionary Road of the future

Jun, 24 2019, 22:02

According to Christophe Lepoivre, VP Sales Africa, Mobile Connectivity Solutions at Gemalto, connected and autonomous cars have been in the works for years, but this futuristic technology is fast becoming a reality.

Can Electric Vehicles go the distance in South Africa?

May, 30 2019, 12:22

Kobus van Staden - Account Manager: Automotive Industry at T-Systems South Africa, shares his opinions in regards to this topical question. The ever-increasing fuel price is one of many factors making electric vehicles an attractive option. Anothe

What is geo-fence technology exactly?

May, 28 2019, 12:37

As the tracking industry grows and offers consumers ever more ways to recover stolen assets and innovative ways to do so, the word geo-fence is being heard more often. What exactly does this mean and how does it benefit your business? Geo-fence tec

Motul Evo launch invite - claim your spot!

Mar, 08 2019, 07:40

AutoForum readers are invited to join Motul South Africa as it launches the most innovative solution for Automatic Gearbox oil changes to hit the market.

Ford's new “miracle” - Graphene

Oct, 29 2018, 05:36

Ford Motor Company has announced that it will be using Graphene – a two-dimensional nanomaterial that is 200 times stronger than steel -in its vehicle parts.

Next generation additive manufacturing

Sep, 05 2018, 04:25

A year after Premium AEROTEC, Daimler, and EOS jointly initiated the NextGenAM project - a future focused 3D printing system for series production - the first pilot plant has been put into operation at Premium AEROTEC in Varel, northern Germany.

KIA launches SSZ technology

Aug, 14 2018, 08:21

KIA Motors has unveiled its Separated Sound Zone (SSZ) technology – a system that allows each passenger within a vehicle to experience an audio stream “tailored to their individual needs”.

Self-driving taxis coming soon – Daimler and Bosch partner in US trial

Jul, 17 2018, 05:11

Daimler AG, the parent company of luxury car brand Mercedes Benz, has announced that together with partner Bosch, it will start testing self-driving taxis in the Silicon Valley area of California, USA in 2019.

Volvo turns the tide on plastic

Jul, 06 2018, 07:38

Volvo Cars says it will ensure that at least 25% of the plastic used new vehicles will be recycled material from 2025. The automaker also urged auto industry suppliers to work more closely with car makers, to develop sustainable parts.

Isuzu announces Isuzu Industrial Hub

Jul, 06 2018, 07:22

Isuzu South Africa has announced its alliance with the Propella Business Centre in Port Elizabeth, through its investment in the Isuzu Industrial Hub over the next 3 years.