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High Court holds Western Cape Road Authority fully liable for dangerous mountain pass crash, awards damages and punitive costs

High Court holds Western Cape Road Authority fully liable for dangerous mountain pass crash, awards damages and punitive costs

Aug, 04 2026, 17:48

"This judgment reinforces that road authorities cannot ignore known hazards.

The hidden safety factor in tyre fitment SA motorists overlook

The hidden safety factor in tyre fitment SA motorists overlook

Aug, 04 2026, 16:20

Opinion piece by Khwezi Makhathini, TEPA PR, social and Communications coordinator

ZF Aftermarket maximizes vehicle uptime with Maintain – Repair – Replace strategy

ZF Aftermarket maximizes vehicle uptime with Maintain – Repair – Replace strategy

Jul, 31 2026, 14:53

This gives independent workshops and distributors a clear structure for supporting customers at every stage of the powertrain lifecycle.

Why repairability is becoming South Africas next automotive affordability challenge

Why repairability is becoming South Africa's next automotive affordability challenge

Jul, 31 2026, 14:48

The reality is that repairability has become a broader issue across the entire automotive industry.

Lepas South Africa builds momentum with growing dealer footprint and expanding product range

Lepas South Africa builds momentum with growing dealer footprint and expanding product range

Jul, 26 2026, 19:03

The L6 will broaden the Lepas line-up with a more sophisticated SUV offering,

ADAS is no longer just for luxury vehicles - is SAs repair industry keeping pace

ADAS is no longer just for luxury vehicles - is SA's repair industry keeping pace

Jul, 15 2026, 18:33

. Modern repairs increasingly require specialised diagnostic equipment, precise calibration procedures and highly trained technicians to ensure a vehicle's safety systems are fully restored before it returns to the road,

SAMBRA calls for wider insurer action as fuel pressure continues to strain repair sector

SAMBRA calls for wider insurer action as fuel pressure continues to strain repair sector

Jul, 02 2026, 21:14

South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) is urging broader and more consistent action from insurers as ongoing fuel price volatility continues to place sustained pressure on the motor body repair (MBR) sector,

SA’s evolving vehicle parc is reshaping repair complexity across the aftermarket

SA’s evolving vehicle parc is reshaping repair complexity across the aftermarket

Jun, 23 2026, 20:25

“The real shift is that complexity is no longer confined to new vehicles – it is now embedded across the entire parc.”

Lepas South Africa L6 viewing event ahead of launch

Lepas South Africa L6 viewing event ahead of launch

Jun, 23 2026, 18:57

Lepas South Africa successfully hosted an exclusive L6 Viewing Event

Building a safer, fairer automotive aftermarket

Building a safer, fairer automotive aftermarket

Jun, 19 2026, 13:51

growth without compliance carries real consequences.

Young leaders helping shape the future of SAs motor body repair industry

Young leaders helping shape the future of SA's motor body repair industry

Jun, 19 2026, 13:35

What motorists should check when collecting a collision-repaired vehicle

What motorists should check when collecting a collision-repaired vehicle

Jun, 11 2026, 20:06

SAMBRA launches inaugural Junior Skills Competition in East London

SAMBRA launches inaugural Junior Skills Competition in East London

Jun, 04 2026, 15:45

AWARE.org celebrates road safety partnerships and collective action

AWARE.org celebrates road safety partnerships and collective action

Jun, 04 2026, 14:37

MISA TV shines spotlight on Skills Gap in SA’s Motor Industry

MISA TV shines spotlight on Skills Gap in SA’s Motor Industry

May, 28 2026, 18:12

The hidden danger of vehicle frame damage after a collision

The hidden danger of vehicle frame damage after a collision

May, 28 2026, 16:23

Lepas South Africa marks 27 dealerships open nationwide

Lepas South Africa marks 27 dealerships open nationwide

May, 28 2026, 16:18

Rising complexity reshapes South Africa’s motor body repair landscape

Rising complexity reshapes South Africa’s motor body repair landscape

May, 20 2026, 14:53

SAMBRA welcomes insurer concessions as fuel hikes add pressure to repair sector

SAMBRA welcomes insurer concessions as fuel hikes add pressure to repair sector

Apr, 22 2026, 20:52

Bridging the gap in vehicle damage assessment gains industry momentum

Bridging the gap in vehicle damage assessment gains industry momentum

Apr, 22 2026, 20:40

Bridging the gap in vehicle damage assessment gains industry momentum

Bridging the gap in vehicle damage assessment gains industry momentum

Apr, 12 2026, 21:08

Chery’s new manufacturing plant signals long-term commitment to SA

Chery’s new manufacturing plant signals long-term commitment to SA

Apr, 09 2026, 15:46

SAMBRA urges broader industry solutions as vehicle write-offs increase

SAMBRA urges broader industry solutions as vehicle write-offs increase

Mar, 23 2026, 15:04

Bloemfontein apprentice wins national gold and secures place at WorldSkills International

Bloemfontein apprentice wins national gold and secures place at WorldSkills International

Mar, 16 2026, 21:40

Lepas confirms full pricing and comprehensive aftersales support for the L4 in SA

Lepas confirms full pricing and comprehensive aftersales support for the L4 in SA

Mar, 09 2026, 16:50

South Africa’s post-collision repair capacity under structural strain

South Africa’s post-collision repair capacity under structural strain

Mar, 09 2026, 16:45

The Lepas L4 - premium value arrives in elegance

The Lepas L4 - premium value arrives in elegance

Mar, 09 2026, 15:51

Fuel prices rise from midnight tonight breaking the recent downward trend

Fuel prices rise from midnight tonight breaking the recent downward trend

Mar, 03 2026, 13:35

MISA to give input in shaping automotive future

MISA to give input in shaping automotive future

Mar, 09 2026, 15:28

Lepas gears up for nationwide launch across SA

Lepas gears up for nationwide launch across SA

Mar, 03 2026, 12:40

Taking responsibility for our trade – strengthening the panel beater curriculum

Taking responsibility for our trade – strengthening the panel beater curriculum

Mar, 03 2026, 12:19

Repairers are not just parts fitters

Repairers are not just parts fitters

Feb, 17 2026, 11:16

MISA to meet with the DTIC over tariff concerns and Automotive Masterplan 2035

MISA to meet with the DTIC over tariff concerns and Automotive Masterplan 2035

Feb, 17 2026, 09:53

MISA welcomes the trade deal with China

MISA welcomes the trade deal with China

Feb, 10 2026, 12:47

RMI welcomes interdepartmental MoU to strengthen STEM pipeline and learner preparedness

RMI welcomes interdepartmental MoU to strengthen STEM pipeline and learner preparedness

Feb, 05 2026, 08:49

Four year low - fuel price relief driven by rand strength

Four year low - fuel price relief driven by rand strength

Feb, 05 2026, 08:25

MISA comment - Government should not protect one industry to the detriment of another

MISA comment - Government should not protect one industry to the detriment of another

Feb, 05 2026, 07:56

Brand diversification is reshaping South Africa’s motor body repair landscape

Jan, 28 2026, 13:07

Why correct repair methods matter - lessons from a landmark U.S. case

Why correct repair methods matter - lessons from a landmark U.S. case

Jan, 28 2026, 12:28

Driving the Future: the impact of AI on automotive body repair

Driving the Future: the impact of AI on automotive body repair

Jan, 20 2026, 16:45