As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), is shining a spotlight on a new generation of industry leaders who are helping drive innovation, transformation and sustainability within the motor body repair sector. While many still view the industry […]
The inaugural South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) Junior Skills Competition was successfully held at Baysville Technical High School in East London on Saturday, 5 June, marking an important milestone in the Association’s commitment to developing future artisans for the motor body repair sector. SAMBRA is a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry […]
For most motorists, collecting a vehicle after collision repairs can feel daunting. While accredited repairers follow stringent repair processes and conduct multiple inspections throughout the repair journey, consumers often want reassurance that the authorised work has been completed to a high standard. According to the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), a proud association […]
Phakamile Hlubi-Majola, MISA‘s Spokesperson interviews Juan Hanekom, National Director of South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), who gives insight on the Motor Body Repair Industry and the work being done by the association and wider organisation.
South Africa’s collision repair industry is undergoing a significant shift, with fewer routine repairs coming through the shops, but each job requiring greater technical expertise, time and cost to complete. According to Juan Hanekom, National Director of the South African Motor Body Repairers Association (SAMBRA), these changes reflect a broader global trend, now increasingly evident […]
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) is often viewed as a compliance requirement but, in reality, it is fundamental to running a sustainable, professional and resilient motor body repair business. In a repair environment, risks are part of daily operations – from welding and spray painting to handling hazardous materials, advanced electronics and specialised equipment. Managing […]
