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, […]
August gives us the opportunity to celebrate both Women’s Month and TVET Month, reminding us that the future of South Africa’s automotive repair industry depends on recognising talent wherever it is found. At SAMBRA, we believe it is time to move beyond outdated stereotypes and focus on developing the skills, passion and professionalism that will […]
As South Africans keep their vehicles for longer and new technologies become increasingly common, the affordability of vehicle ownership is being shaped by more than the purchase price. Increasingly, the question consumers should be asking is not simply “Can I afford to buy this vehicle?” but “Can I afford to repair it?” Repairability is changing […]
