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 | Blessing Petroleum, the official Cameroonian lubricants distributor for Engen, has opened its 11th service station in the country, bringing Engen automotive oils to the Western region for the first time. Read more >>
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 | As work on the second phase of the Western Aqueduct - the mega bulk water pipeline which extends from Inchanga to Ntuzuma - gathers momentum, eThekwini Water and Sanitation (EWS) has warned motorists of potential disruptions and road closures that can be expected within the next couple of months. Read more >>
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 | The growing influence of the internet on the auto industry can be seen by the continuous growth of the e-retailing market for automotive parts. e-retailing of automotive components has given aftermarket participants a fresh boost, presenting a new sales channel that is dynamic and in sync with evolving macro-economic conditions. It also allows flexibility in addressing customer needs by offering a personalised shopping experience. Read more >>
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 | The public protector's office has met the National Consumer Commission to discuss motorists' complaints about Sanral's e-tolls billing system. Read more >>
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 | The Eastern Cape Province is well known for its auto-sector and the jobs it creates. This car-manufacturing hub hosts global players such as Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Ford and General Motors who, by operating and manufacturing in the area, are creating jobs in one of South Africa's poorest provinces. Read more >>
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 | David Furlonger South African manufacture of Peugeot's 301 sedan, which is designed for emerging markets, would give the French car maker the local credibility it has lacked since returning to the market in 2002. Read more >>
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 | Driving around from dealer to dealer looking for the right car and the right price has become a thing of the past, with increasing numbers of South Africans turning to online platforms to do their new and used vehicle shopping. Which is why both private sellers and dealerships need to learn the tricks of the trade to keep their inventory moving. As the internet is a visual medium, photography may be one of the most important elements of ensuring that your vehicle sells via online classifieds. Read more >>
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 | Although the Easter period provides families with a much needed break away from school and work, it is statistically the most dangerous time of year to travel on South Africa's roads, which experience high volumes of vehicles that are often not fit for long journeys, or are being driven fatigued drivers. Read more >>
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 | More than 100‚000 South African Toyota owners may need to get their vehicles checked for safety reasons as part of the Japanese car manufacturer's global recall of more than six-million vehicles. Read more >>
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 | According to research conducted by the University of South Africa's (UNISA) Medical Research Council, 18,000 people are killed annually on the country's roads and a further 150,000 severely injured, many of which are pedestrians. Here is some insight on the matter and emphasises the need of road safety measures that can help curb pedestrian accidents. Read more >>
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 | Henrie Geyser: motoring editor To plug an important price and size gap between its i20 and i30 models Hyundai has launched another attack on the highly competitive B-segment with the introduction of a neat and practical five-door Accent hatchback. Read more >>
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 | Henrie Geyser: motoring editor Suzuki's charming but average looking previous SX4 has matured into a bigger and more ruggedly handsome player in the extremely competitive crossover segment. Read more >>
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 | FRANKFURT, GERMANY: German's BMW is recalling almost half a million vehicles worldwide because of an engine part defect, a company spokesman said. Read more >>
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 | Sharp focus will fall on road safety in KwaZulu-Natal as the country prepares for the upcoming Easter holiday this weekend. Read more >>
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