The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) has welcomed early steps taken by some insurers to cushion the impact of fuel price increases on the already strained motor body repair (MBR) sector. Fuel increases placing new pressure on workshop operations The latest fuel adjustment has placed additional pressure on repairers already contending with rising […]
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) and the German Chamber of Crafts Erfurt (HWK) announced the start of a new three-year structured TVET–HWK partnership project focused on skills development for e-mobility, at the RMI offices in Midrand yesterday, Tuesday 24 February 2026. A partnership to prepare the sector for e-mobility Funded by the German Federal […]
The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) has issued an urgent warning to members of the public following a serious truck collision in Durban this week on Monday 23 February, involving a tanker carrying 30,000 litres of diesel. Why crash scenes involving fuel tankers are extremely dangerous The crash at the intersection of the M7 and […]
As South Africa marks Disability Rights Awareness Month from 3rd November to 3rd December – culminating in the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3rd December – the South African Motor Body Repairers Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), is taking the opportunity to highlight a partnership that […]
As the South African automotive landscape continues to evolve, 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. The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), is cautioning motorists […]
The South African Motor Body Repairers Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence with several member workshops recognised as top performers at the 2024 Lightstone EchoMBR Awards. Marking 20 Years of Repair Excellence Hosted at an exclusive breakfast event on 3 November at […]
