The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) is proud to have hosted its very first Welding Competition highlighting the importance of creating practical, inclusive pathways into South Africa’s automotive and related industries. 10 learners from Bergsig Special School put their welding skills to the test as part of the bigger Motor Mech Show / Alles op […]
Recent shortages of replacement parts have unfortunately lengthened the time some accident-damaged vehicles spend in repair shops, leaving many motorists asking an important question: what happens when your courtesy vehicle runs out before your own car is ready? According to the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor […]
As vehicle manufacturers continue to introduce lighter, stronger and more sophisticated materials into modern vehicle construction, the way collision damage is repaired is evolving just as rapidly. According to Juan Hanekom, National Director of the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), repairing today’s vehicles requires far more than simply pulling out a dent. It […]
Our July campaign continued to build awareness of the RMI and drive traffic to our member businesses through strategic exposure on BusinessTech. Results for the article, “Driving transformation and skills in the automotive sector” delivered excellent performance, significantly exceeding industry benchmarks. Results for Business Tech: July The BusinessTech campaign delivered more than 6.4 million digital […]
Recent media coverage of ongoing airbag recalls has placed renewed focus on one of the most important safety systems in modern vehicles. The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), a proud association of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), is urging motorists not to ignore recall notices. Airbag recall repairs are carried out at […]
August is a bumper month, not only for women, but also to showcase young talent. Every August, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Month shines a spotlight on the vital role South Africa’s TVET colleges play in equipping young people with the practical skills needed to enter the workforce. For the automotive sector, however, […]
