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Ipsos study puts SA motor industry in very good light
[Issued by Ipsos] Ipsos South Africa and its 12 local syndicate members have announced both the 2014 product quality and customer experience (service received when purchasing or servicing) awards. read more>>



Automotive
VW wins SJM Flex Environmental Award
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has been awarded the coveted SJM Flex Environmental Award as well as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the Year award at the annual banquet of the Exporters Club of South Africa: Eastern Cape, held in Port Elizabeth recently. read more>>
Components & Parts
Midas and Behr Hella signs management agreement
Midas Group has signed a distribution and franchise management agreement with Behr Hella, the local after market supplier of a wide range of air conditioning related products to the automotive industry. read more>>
Fleet Management
Tolls will keep SA's roads servicable says Cesa

Philani Nombembe

Engineers have urged Gauteng motorists to pay e-tolls or face the danger of road infrastructure going the way of Eskom - deteriorating to the point that billions of rands are needed to rebuild it. read more>>
Manufacturing
All-new Mustang rolls off production line
The first of the all-new Ford Mustang rolled off the production line on 28 August at the Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Michigan, America. read more>>
Motor Sales
New vehicle sales in August fall to 55‚722
New vehicle sales in August dropped 1.40% year-on-year to 55‚722‚ according to automotive data released this week. read more>>
Western Cape used vehicles cheapest in SA
Research conducted by data provider, Lighthouse, has revealed that stock availability, market competition and population density are among the factors that have an effect on the prices consumers end up paying for vehicles. read more>>
Motorcycles
Harley-Davidson introduces new models for 2015
The Harley-Davidson Motor Company has recently introduced its 2015 model lin-up. Combining aerodynamics, audio performance and ergonomic fit, Harley-Davidson has expanded its offering of motorcycles. read more>>
Rental
Smart and sexy Evoque

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

The iconic Land Rover brand has come a long way from the days when its boxy, bone-shaking "Landies" were the undisputed bushwhacking conquerors of Africa and the preferred mode of transport for numerous armies across the globe, to its current elevated status of snobmobile of choice for rappers, WAGS, gangsters, A-listers and upper crust residents of sea-view suburbs. read more>>
Repair, Maintenance & Safety
Chevron announces tractor restoration competition winners
Winners of the 2014 Caltex Delo Tractor Restoration Competition, which aims to ignite interest in agriculture and promote critical project management skills amongst South African youth, were announced today. read more>>
Retail
Road tripper's guide to farm stalls

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

There are hundreds of farm stalls all over the country, some loved and easy to find and other gems lesser known. Well, here's a guide to help you find them. read more>>
International
Porsche's former boss to stand trial
FRANKFURT, GERMANY: A German court ruled that Porsche's former chief executive and financial officers must stand trial for alleged share price manipulation in a failed attempt to take over Volkswagen in 2008. read more>>
More International
Government
Government seeks to transform economy
Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says government is working hard to build an economy that is able to generate jobs, while improving export competitiveness. read more>>
Jo'burg, Tshwane voice concerns over e-tolls
Gauteng's e-tolls consultation gets underway
GDP creeps up narrowly avoiding recession
More Government news
Jobs offered


All industry news

Marketing & Media
    The blurred lines between online marketing and advertising - Kamogelo Modise
    The future of TV and advertising and why we should be excited - Adelaide Potgieter

    Medical
      Regular screenings provide early warnings - Andrew Edwards
      Intellectual disability should not mean physical inactivity
      Hay fever season could peak following wet winter - Mariska van Aswegen

      Retail
        Evolution of point-of-sale systems
        Pick n Pay opens new price matching front - Zeenat Moorad
        Update on CPA at Consumer Complaints Management conference
        Massmart takes knock from Game - Zeenat Moorad

        Government
          Government says it will protect textile sector
          Public servants must 'serve' the public
          AG to probe corruption in Westonaria

          Mining
            Rotary lobe compressor showcased at Electra Mining expo
            MD calls for removal of barriers to entry into engineering for women

            CSI
              TEAMtalk media provides opportunities in sports journalism
              Cathay Pacific and Trees for All plant trees to uplift SA communities
              Kumba invests R10.5m in solar-powered internet school initiative

              Finance
                Ascension surpasses its own growth targets - Nick Hedley
                No retrenchment of Ellerines workers yet
                Insurance schemes hurt medical aids

                Agriculture
                  SU and ETH Zurich sign food security research agreement
                  Dedicated beneficiaries reap what they sow

                  Building
                    Africa Engineering Week aims to change lives
                    Brick manufacturer invests in Pilot crusher

                    GreenBiz
                      Environmental and infrastructural projects handed over
                      Amendments to Environmental Act to take effect
                      Nedbank unveils fourth Green Building

                      HR & Recruitment
                        CNN launches Smart Business
                        New app aims to simplify the absenteeism reporting process
                        Taking the pain out of conducting criminal checks

                        Legal
                          Sexual harassment vs inappropriate comment - Olivia Eleanor Timothy and Zaryl Bhero
                          Agreements between Competition Commission, regulators concluded - Leana Engelbrecht

                          Manufacturing
                            GPI, Tellumat enter into joint manufacturing venture
                            July PPI drops marginally to 8%
                            Intellectual property leakage a major threat for manufacturers, report finds

                            Property
                              The risk of renting out one property - Martin Goodman
                              Has social media changed the face of real estate?
                              Expert tips on managing your rental property - Davis Miller
                              RICS releases sub-Saharan African property market report

                              Education
                                BYM summit to bring Africa's 100 brightest young minds together
                                AAT(SA) uplifts accounting standards

                                Tourism
                                  Get ready for Bombay Brasserie's Chilli Festival
                                  SA pumps R100m into tourism industry - Nosihle Shelembe
                                  Tips for a safe and stress-free visit to Mozambique
                                  fastjet launches Tanzania-Uganda route

                                  ICT
                                    Data cannot work in isolation of analytics
                                    CIOs need to embrace digital ethics

                                    Logistics
                                      fastjet aims to launch airline base in Kenya
                                      flydubai adds three new routes in East Africa

                                      Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                        Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge winners announced
                                        Taste of Africa to feature at the Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival
                                        Win a trip to Dubai with Vida e Caffè
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