AUTOFORUM

Culture of non-compliance red flag for consumers

Aug, 14 2020, 12:11

A growing culture of regulatory non-compliance in the motor vehicle repair industry is not only creating an uneven playing field for many accredited workshop owners in the sector, but also placing consumers at risk.

All about second chances and taking chances

Aug, 04 2020, 21:16

With many business owners in the automotive sector struggling to make ends meet, Jayson Bulterman’s story is a stark reminder that to succeed one often needs a second chance and one must never be too scared to take a leap of faith.

What mechanics wish you knew

Jul, 29 2020, 11:21

Many of us understand very little about cars says Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), and that’s absolutely fine.

Lost means cost

Jul, 15 2020, 16:12

Many car owners have no idea how much their keys are worth until they lose one,” says Dewald Ranft

Pay attention when your car complains

Jul, 09 2020, 12:09

Dewald Ranft, National Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA) points out the importance of timeous car maintenance.

Accredited workshops vs home-based workshops: Does it make a difference?

Jun, 23 2020, 16:02

Dewald Ranft, Chairman of the Motor Industries Workshop Association (MIWA), cutting corners doesn’t necessarily save pennies in the long run.

Tyre industry getting back on its feet

Jun, 19 2020, 14:55

business is reasonably back to normal trading levels in the rural and country areas where they have seen a 75 – 80% return to normal business but is still erratic in the metropolitan areas.

MIWA – Is there a future for mechanics?

Jun, 12 2020, 19:03

As the electric car movement continues to gain ground, people may question whether there will still be a future for mechanics.

Emergency repairs explained

May, 28 2020, 14:52

As the country moves through the various lockdown levels, a number of motorists are still unsure about what constitutes emergency repairs during Lockdown Level 4.

Aftermarket geared for increased number of second-hand cars

May, 28 2020, 12:02

Pieter Niemand, national director of the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA), says they are definitely anticipating an increase in the number of consumers looking for competitive servicing options at independent workshops.