AUTOFORUM

A question of enforceability

Oct, 04 2024, 03:55

the Competition Commission takes all complaints regarding the Guidelines very seriously.

Right to Repair SA attends Global Right to Repair meeting

Sep, 17 2024, 23:39

the R2R global meeting has evolved into a crucial platform for the exchange of ideas and opportunities among the associations representing the multi-brand Automotive Aftermarket worldwide.

Blow the whistle on non-compliance

Aug, 11 2024, 14:44

The new Guidelines for Competition are opening up a whole new world of choice for consumers and are also in place to protect Independent Service Providers (ISP) so everyone can do business on a level playing field.

A good warranty from reliable brands

Jun, 21 2024, 13:31

“It is hard for the consumer to know which parts to choose because of all the confusing terminology used for the various options available

Know your spare parts – Don’t get left in the dark regarding your options

Jun, 06 2023, 12:42

Kate Elliott, CEO of Right to Repair, says one area of confusion which still persists however is the term “non-original spare parts” which is used in the Guidelines.

WERC joins R2R

Apr, 11 2023, 19:19

Attie Serfontein, national director of ARA notes that in South Africa, the Right to Repair campaign was initiated and funded in 2013 by ARA’s sister association, the Motor Industry Workshop Association (MIWA).

Right to Repair SA and MIWA Join the Global Right to Repair movement

Mar, 09 2023, 13:03

In South Africa, the aftermarket employs 297 826 employees and contributes approximately 2,8% to GDP.

Fleet maintenance an absolute must

Nov, 22 2022, 14:23

Kate Elliott says, the Guidelines not only apply to private vehicles but to commercial vehicles as well and with costs a major factor in the sector,

Know your parts - You are entitled to use non-original spare parts

Feb, 08 2022, 13:09

the consumer is finally allowed to shop around and use non-original spare parts which generally come with a more competitive price tag.

Service plans, maintenance plans and warranties

Nov, 25 2021, 17:46

Your warranty is protected, even if you chose to service your car elsewhere and vehicle retailers are obliged to provide you with separate prices for your vehicle and for any value-added products that they may have on offer like service and maintenan