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Ensuring sustainability in motor body repairs

Ensuring sustainability in motor body repairs

May, 07 2025, 16:36

SAMBRA is concerned about the dilution of business sustainability as a result of the slow erosion of margins and transfer of costs to repairers from certain short-term motor insurer business partners

Hilton van Breda appointed SAMBRA Area Representative for Free State and Northern Cape

Hilton van Breda appointed SAMBRA Area Representative for Free State and Northern Cape

May, 06 2025, 22:53

SAMBRA is pleased to announce the appointment of Hilton van Breda as the new Area Representative for the Free State and Northern Cape.

Is all paint the same?

Is all paint the same?

Apr, 23 2025, 21:51

few consumers realise that not all automotive paint is created equal – and choosing (or repairing) the wrong one can come with hidden costs and complications,

SAMBRA advocating for stronger measures to protect small businesses in the MBR sector

SAMBRA advocating for stronger measures to protect small businesses in the MBR sector

Mar, 27 2025, 01:14

Juan Hanekom, National Director of the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), is calling for enhanced measures to protect and support the growth of small businesses in the sector,

Solera Audatex empowers over 600 trainees in SA’s automotive repair industry

Solera Audatex empowers over 600 trainees in SA’s automotive repair industry

Mar, 27 2025, 01:11

Our advanced analytics tools deliver in-depth reporting for approximately eight unique customer segments,

Motorists beware of being caught in fraudulent tow truck scams

Motorists beware of being caught in fraudulent tow truck scams

Mar, 05 2025, 20:25

Juan Hanekom, warns that while many towing companies operate professionally, a disturbing number take advantage of vulnerable motorists

How ADAS is reshaping the future of SA’s automotive industry

How ADAS is reshaping the future of SA’s automotive industry

Mar, 05 2025, 19:31

According to recent industry forecasts, the global ADAS market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years.

Beyond repairs - Is your insurance policy up to scratch

Beyond repairs - Is your insurance policy up to scratch

Feb, 25 2025, 22:19

The last thing you want is to find out that your insurance claim has been rejected due to a technicality,

Exploring a Bright Future in Motor Body Repair

Exploring a Bright Future in Motor Body Repair

Jan, 20 2025, 20:47

"University isn't the only pathway to a fulfilling career. The MBR sector provides a wealth of opportunities that can lead to rewarding and successful careers," says Hanekom.

SAMBRA Toolbox - Empowering excellence in autobody repair

SAMBRA Toolbox - Empowering excellence in autobody repair

Jan, 20 2025, 20:23

The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) announced the national launch of its comprehensive SAMBRA Toolbox in December 2024

Caught in an accident – here’s what you need to know

Caught in an accident – here’s what you need to know

Dec, 04 2024, 14:05

Keeping cars roadworthy: The critical role of parts availability for Motor Body Repairers

Keeping cars roadworthy: The critical role of parts availability for Motor Body Repairers

Nov, 22 2024, 09:30

Car Facts - Repair or Replace: what motorists need to know

Car Facts - Repair or Replace: what motorists need to know

Nov, 14 2024, 20:54

3M and Axalta collaborate to launch Training Content for Automotive Refinishing

3M and Axalta collaborate to launch Training Content for Automotive Refinishing

Nov, 14 2024, 19:19

A question of enforceability

A question of enforceability

Oct, 04 2024, 03:55

A-Z Collision Repair Program

A-Z Collision Repair Program

Oct, 04 2024, 02:39

Right to Repair SA attends Global Right to Repair meeting

Right to Repair SA attends Global Right to Repair meeting

Sep, 17 2024, 23:39

Axalta launches their updated cloud-based platform "Nimbus"

Axalta launches their updated cloud-based platform "Nimbus"

Sep, 10 2024, 12:05

From Cradle to Grave – time for a more structured legislated approach

From Cradle to Grave – time for a more structured legislated approach

Sep, 12 2024, 00:59

Setting new standards for Autobody Repair

Aug, 30 2024, 01:17

Susan Maduna - An entrepreneur redefining the Auto Repair Industry

Susan Maduna - An entrepreneur redefining the Auto Repair Industry

Aug, 22 2024, 20:50

Never buy sight unseen

Never buy sight unseen

Aug, 11 2024, 15:33

Blow the whistle on non-compliance

Blow the whistle on non-compliance

Aug, 11 2024, 14:44

‘Workshop of the Future’ at Automechanika Frankfurt

‘Workshop of the Future’ at Automechanika Frankfurt

Aug, 11 2024, 14:23

A good warranty from reliable brands

A good warranty from reliable brands

Jun, 21 2024, 13:31

Castrol celebrates with the official launch of Kya Sands independent workshop

Castrol celebrates with the official launch of Kya Sands independent workshop

Jun, 21 2024, 13:05

Windscreen need replacement? Beware of substandard parts

Windscreen need replacement? Beware of substandard parts

Jun, 06 2024, 16:16

Motor Body Repair sector welcomes first set of graduates

Motor Body Repair sector welcomes first set of graduates

May, 06 2024, 14:06

SAMBRA recognises excellence

SAMBRA recognises excellence

Apr, 22 2024, 14:44

New Gauteng-based training centre gives spray painting trade a boost

New Gauteng-based training centre gives spray painting trade a boost

Apr, 05 2024, 02:46

SA second-hand car buyers need to be more vigilant

SA second-hand car buyers need to be more vigilant

Jan, 24 2024, 16:37

Transforming passion into a career in Automotive Painting

Transforming passion into a career in Automotive Painting

Dec, 17 2023, 23:53

Involved in an accident – here’s what to do

Involved in an accident – here’s what to do

Dec, 10 2023, 19:50

Time for regulation to drive access to information

Time for regulation to drive access to information

Nov, 21 2023, 21:18

Leave accident damage evaluation to the experts

Leave accident damage evaluation to the experts

Nov, 02 2023, 13:10

Female panel shop owner is remodelling the automotive landscape

Female panel shop owner is remodelling the automotive landscape

Oct, 24 2023, 13:41

SAMBRA comment on new VIN-Lookup website

SAMBRA comment on new VIN-Lookup website

Sep, 19 2023, 16:07

CRA to host conference at Automechanika Jhb on 6th September 2023

Aug, 08 2023, 16:06

Women in the motor industry: Passionate about auto body repair

Women in the motor industry: Passionate about auto body repair

Aug, 08 2023, 12:36

Apprenticeships can open exciting doors for young people

Apprenticeships can open exciting doors for young people

Jul, 12 2023, 18:03