AUTOFORUM

Empowering Potential - SAMBRA celebrates Disability Rights Awareness Month

Dec, 05 2025, 15:12

As part of our developing partnership, SAMBRA is exploring the exciting possibility of launching a dedicated motor body repair competition at Baysville in 2026.

What motorists need to know about hail damage and Paintless Dent Removal

Nov, 29 2025, 14:25

warning of possible hail activity in the coming weeks, the South African Motor Body Repairers Association (SAMBRA), is urging motorists to familiarise themselves with the correct steps to take if their vehicle sustains hail damage.

Motorists warned parts shortages could delay repairs on discontinued vehicle models

Nov, 29 2025, 14:22

many vehicle models are being phased out or replaced and with this shift comes an increasing concern around parts availability for older or discontinued vehicles.

SAMBRA raises concerns over “cash in lieu” trend for vehicle repairs

Oct, 21 2025, 16:11

a growing trend among vehicle owners choosing to accept upfront cash settlements from their insurers rather than paying the required excess and using an accredited repairer.

SAMBRA calls for urgent alignment to safeguard South Africa’s automotive repair ecosystem

Sep, 30 2025, 23:13

SAMBRA is calling for urgent alignment between key players in the automotive value chain

What happens to your car when it goes into a panel shop?

Sep, 10 2025, 19:05

The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), has broken down the step-by-step process to help motorists understand what takes place – and why it can take a little time.

SAMBRA advise - Got a claim? Here’s what you need to know about your excess

Sep, 01 2025, 18:41

Juan Hanekom, national director of the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), says the association regularly receives queries from customers who are uncertain about how their excess works.

MBRs face mounting storage challenges following landmark court ruling

Aug, 12 2025, 23:46

Motor body repairers across South Africa are grappling with a growing dilemma - how to legally and practically dispose of vehicles and parts occupying valuable workshop space, following a recent High Court ruling

SAMBRA Ride & Drive initiative connects with members in KZN

Jul, 15 2025, 14:24

The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), recently launched an exciting new initiative aimed at strengthening engagement with members