Over 50 key stakeholders, including representation from the Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport, attended the Vehicle Write Off conference in Johannesburg last week to discuss the critical need for an open and transparent Vehicle Salvage Database (VSD) of all vehicles that have previously been “written off” by insurers, and to discuss critical next steps […]
In a year marked once again by unprecedented economic challenges and worldwide uncertainties, the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), representing over 8,500 member businesses in the retail automotive aftermarket, has not merely weathered the storm, it has soared to new heights of excellence as it celebrates its 115th Anniversary this month. RMI President, Jeánne Esterhuizen, […]
Article written and originally published by the Retail Motor Industry (RMI), here. The Festival of Motoring is back for the 6th Edition in 2023, powered by WesBank. Visit the RMI stand: located in the galleria (1st floor of the main pit building). Stand C4. We look forward to seeing you there. Brace yourselves for the […]
Knowing your basic rights and obligations as a motorist can be the game-changer when it comes to the servicing, maintaining and even buying or selling of a vehicle, says CEO of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), Jakkie Olivier. The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) is there to ensure that the rights of consumers and suppliers […]
The motor body repair industry is opening doors for young men and women with a range of qualifications they can use to secure exciting career prospects in South Africa. Gone are the days when the sector was regarded as dull and dreary and for men only. Today the qualifications are highly sought after. Women are […]
Over the last couple of years, the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), has been actively campaigning for the implementation of Periodic Testing in the interests of ensuring amongst others, the safe operation of vehicles on our roads, and a reduction in the unacceptably high level of accidents on South African roads. Jakkie Olivier, Chief Executive […]
