The Competition Commission published the Guidelines for Competition in the Automotive Aftermarket on 29 January 2021 in the Government Gazette. The information contained herein, was provided by The Competition Commission. AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET GUIDELINES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS These Guidelines encourage Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to remove the restrictions they place on car owners when they choose […]
Since the initial publication of the Guidelines to Competition in the South African Automotive Aftermarket (“the Guidelines”) in December 2020 and its subsequent implementation on 1 July 2021, the slow rate of dealer compliance has been flagged as an ongoing concern. Chief executive of Right to Repair South Africa (R2RSA), Kate Elliott says three months […]
For some time now the South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA), whose members are responsible for repairing over 80% of all insured repair claims in the country, has been advocating for insurer panels to open up as per the Guidelines to Competition in the South African Automotive Aftermarket (“the Guidelines”). For Competition Commission news […]
Ford has announced a huge change in aftermarket sales guidelines in South Africa. Business Tech reported on the changes to the vehicle manufacturers’ service plans that are set to align with the country’s new automotive aftermarket guidelines. The result is an opening up of opportunities for Independent Service Providers (ISP) and allowing consumers the benefit […]
Motorists have seen positive steps forward after the Competition Commission ruled in their favour to choose their own independent service or repair providers without the loss of warranties.
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