AUTOFORUM

RMI appoints new Chief Operations Officer

Jul, 02 2026, 22:40

RMI has announced the appointment of Henk Ferreira as its new Chief Operations Officer,

Youth Month shines spotlight on automotive sector’s future talent pipeline

Jun, 11 2026, 18:52

One of the RMI's flagship initiatives, Project Dineo, aims to train 300 young people over three years,

RMI welcomes drop in Easter road fatalities

Apr, 12 2026, 21:12

According to the Department of Transport, road fatalities decreased by over 18%, while fatal crashes dropped by nearly 17% compared to the same period last year.

RMI and HWK Erfurt launch three-year e-mobility skills partnership for SA’s TVET sector

Mar, 03 2026, 12:46

the project will run until the end of 2028 with the aim of strengthening South Africa’s readiness for the transition to electric and hybrid vehicle technologies.

Automechanika Jhb CEO Breakfast addresses Skills Crisis and Technological Disruption

Feb, 05 2026, 08:57

Automechanika Johannesburg convened experts from South Africa’s automotive industry at its first CEO breakfast of 2026 at the South African German Chamber of Commerce,

SA powers ahead with nationally recognised Electromobility Qualification

Nov, 02 2025, 23:00

The need for skilled professionals in EV technology will become greater,” says Ipeleng Mabusela, CEO of the RMI.

Putting safety first this Transport month

Oct, 03 2025, 21:48

Earlier this year the RMI partnered with the Department of Transport to reinforce the urgent need for all South Africans to take personal accountability in improving road safety.

Always check credentials ¬- Beware of imposters

Sep, 25 2025, 14:13

RMI is advising consumers to be cautious when choosing a workshop or repairer, as there have been cases of businesses misrepresenting themselves as RMI members.

Driving skills development through collaboration

Jul, 31 2025, 19:00

“The alignment between education, industry and government is more important than ever. The skills shortage in the automotive aftermarket is not only a challenge - it’s a call to action.