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RMI - Looking back and pushing forward

Jan, 21 2020, 11:21

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), a key player in the automotive aftermarket sector, representing almost 8 000 members, says in spite of the increased financial pressure on consumers and many business closures, the RMI’s strong drive on m

RMI - a new shift in direction

Dec, 11 2019, 08:15

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) has played a definitive role in the motoring industry of South Africa ever since its inception in 1908 and has a proud heritage, representing almost 8 000 members nationally. The RMI brand is locally and

Understanding warranties and liabilities – it is your right as a car owner Part 3:

Nov, 15 2019, 14:14

How confident are you as a motorist that you understand your rights with regards to your vehicle and the servicing, maintenance and possibly even the buying and selling thereof? Jakkie Olivier, CEO of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), say

Understanding your basic consumer rights as a motorist

Nov, 07 2019, 00:01

Knowing your basic rights as a motorist can be the game-changer when it comes to the servicing and even buying and selling of a vehicle, says CEO of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), Jakkie Olivier. “Unfortunately, we often come across ca

Understanding your basic consumer rights as a motorist

Nov, 06 2019, 23:46

Part 1: No quote, no work Understanding your basic consumer rights as a motorist is important, says Jakkie Olivier, CEO of Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI). “As an organisation that champions the rights of motorists and service providers in

Tyre-changing competition a hit at Automechanika Jhb 2019

Oct, 19 2019, 01:50

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) displayed on a 200m2 stand at the Automechanika Show 2019. Jakkie Olivier, CEO of RMI, says the purpose of the show stand was to highlight the re-focus of the RMI to the commercial interests of the members

First Automotive Machinist and Engine Fitter Trade Test Centre opens in South Africa

Aug, 19 2019, 22:58

One of the established routines of the automotive industry is the practice of training apprentices to the point where they have enough knowledge and experience to pass a trade test. Until now the testing has been done at automotive engineering firms

Top 20 driving and road safety habits worth adopting

Jul, 26 2019, 14:01

Jakkie Olivier, CEO of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), says by adjusting some bad driving habits and adopting new ones you can extend the life of your car, save money and make the roads a safer place. “We all pick up bad habits or becom