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CONTENTS

COlUMNS

03 . Driver’s Seat: Jakkie Olivier, CEO of the RMI

03 . Editor’s Letter: Reuben van Niekerk

30 . Tech Talk: Understanding how oil protects your engine

32 . Wellbeing: Rethinking wellbeing

33 . Finance: What does the 2023 budget mean for you

NEWS

05 . News

10 . New products

12 . Industry News

16 . RMI News

24 . Association News

FEATUrES

22 . Behind the Scenes with the TEPA NEC

26 . Campaigning for the rights of tyre and parts dealers

28 . Interview: Barry Canning remains involved following a stellar career

34 . Legal: Drafting a will for foreign assets

36 . Labour: Think before you ink

rEGUlArS

38 . New models: Hyundai Venue Cargo and Renault Captur

40 . Motorsport: Manufacturers committed to Simola Hillclimb

41 . Member Update

42 . Sales: February 2023 vehicle sales figures

Editor

Reuben van Niekerk

reuben@automobil.org.za

Sub-editor

Suzanne Walker

Regular contributors

Roger Houghton

Nicol Louw

Publisher

Wilken Communication Management

Tel: 012-4604448

Advertising Sales

Greg Surgeon

greg@automobil.org.za

Automobil is produced monthly by Wilken

Communication Management for the Retail

Motor Industry Organisation. The views and

opinions expressed in the publication are not

necessarily those of the publishers or the Retail

Motor Industry Organisation. While precau-

tions have been taken to ensure the accuracy

of advice and information contained in edito-

rial or advertisements, neither the publishers

nor the Retail Motor Industry Organisation can

accept responsibility for errors, misrepresenta-

tions or omissions, or for any effect or conse-

quence arising therefrom. Permission to repub-

lish any article or image or part thereof must be

obtained in writing from the publishers.

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we have made great progress in the standardisation of our branding

amongst our membership.

Three years ago the RMI proudly launched a new corporate identity,

however we noticed that there were still members who had not replaced

their branding, so in September last year we advised members

production of RMI branding material, specifically to assist

our members, in bringing their premises up to date with

the new RMI branding. This enables members to represent

our brand consistently and uniformly, as we appreciate

changes to signage can prove costly.

The new accredited branding has just returned from

the manufacturers and is ready for distribution to our

regions. Accredited RMI members in good standing

will receive free branding, which includes two

small and two large Accredited Member decals

as well as a high quality RMI Perspex board

to proudly display for staff and customers.

The branding is currently being distrib

uted to all of our regional offices coun

try-wide and will be ready for collection at

our regional offices shortly or at our planned regional roadshows later in the

year. Members will receive a letter imminently advising on all the relevant

arrangements.

We believe this is an excellent branding opportunity for members and

one which will definitely assist our members in transitioning to the new

RMI branding and thereby ensuring that the RMI’s corporate identity is

adhered to.

Showing our best face with the correct logo, is vitally important as it is

the one element that makes us distinctively recognisable by industry, key

tee administrators, and most importantly, amongst the motoring public.

It allows the RMI to provide you, our members, with tangible evidence

of the importance in belonging to the RMI and helps create a feeling of

cohesion amongst our members and it should also assist in attracting con

sumers to member businesses.

I thank you for your support and really encourage all associations to

embrace the change and find innovative ways of encouraging members to

make the change if they have not already done so. Let’s work together to

ensure all old branding is replaced. 

The transport sector defied expectations of under-perfor

mance in the fourth quarter of 2022 to be the best sectoral

performer, admittedly amongst multiple laggards. The neg

ative impact of the prolonged Transnet strike had depressed

the transport sector’s contribution, with the sector growing by

only 0.7% on a quarterly seasonally adjusted basis compared

to growth of 3.6% in the third quarter.

The ongoing challenges of harsh load shedding, inflated liv

ing costs, high production costs due to high fuel prices, rising

wage demands and elevated interest rates, all contributed to

the country’s dismal economic performance in the fourth quar

ter of 2022. With little indication of a notably different economic

environment in 2023, but rather even lower economic growth

ment is expected to remain dismal and challenging.

This performance by businesses that form part of the auto

motive industry is remarkable and shows just how resilient the

industry has been. But for how long can this continue? Surely

at some stage something has to give?

Vehicle industry experts warn that vehicle pricing might be in

for a tough time. While stock levels have normalised factors such

as the exchange rate have resulted in substantial new vehicle

price increases. In addition, the effects of low stock volumes

during the COVID-19 period could soon be felt in the pre-owned

market. With low sales numbers in 2020 there is now no one to

two-year-old stock available in the pre-owned market and buy

ers who traditionally shopped in that market now need to look

elsewhere, either at more affordable new vehicles or older pre-

owned vehicles as the stretch to a new model in their traditional

segment is simply too much for already pressured budgets.

The industry is going to have to seriously consider innovative

financing options such as plans that allows motorists to drive the

vehicle they want without the burden of a traditional finance to

own repayment agreement. I suspect the current market might

force an accelerated move to the popularisation of leasing mod

els. This in turn will have an effect on the automotive aftermar

ket as motorists will no longer be responsible or have the ability

covered under the relevant leasing agreement.

This all sounds like a serious disruption for the automotive

industry but as always, I suspect that the industry will display re

silience and reward those that are innovative in their offering. 

Wilken Communication Management

Advertising Sales

Communication Management for the Retail

Motor Industry Organisation. The views and

opinions expressed in the publication are not

necessarily those of the publishers or the Retail

Motor Industry Organisation. While precau

tions have been taken to ensure the accuracy

of advice and information contained in edito

rial or advertisements, neither the publishers

nor the Retail Motor Industry Organisation can

accept responsibility for errors, misrepresenta

tions or omissions, or for any effect or conse

quence arising therefrom. Permission to repub

lish any article or image or part thereof must be

obtained in writing from the publishers.

www.automobil.co.za

April 2023

DriVEr’S SEAT

For information on the RMI and its workings, visit www.rmi.org.za or call 011 886 6300

EDiTOr’S lETTEr

s we enter the second quarter of 2023, I am delighted to report that

we have made great progress in the standardisation of our branding

amongst our membership.

Three years ago the RMI proudly launched a new corporate identity,

however we noticed that there were still members who had not replaced

their branding, so in September last year we advised members

that the RMI Board had approved a special project to fund

production of RMI branding material, specifically to assist

our members, in bringing their premises up to date with

the new RMI branding. This enables members to represent

our brand consistently and uniformly, as we appreciate

changes to signage can prove costly.

The new accredited branding has just returned from

the manufacturers and is ready for distribution to our

regions. Accredited RMI members in good standing

will receive free branding, which includes two

small and two large Accredited Member decals

as well as a high quality RMI Perspex board

to proudly display for staff and customers.

The branding is currently being distrib-

uted to all of our regional offices coun-

try-wide and will be ready for collection at

our regional offices shortly or at our planned regional roadshows later in the

year. Members will receive a letter imminently advising on all the relevant

arrangements.

We believe this is an excellent branding opportunity for members and

one which will definitely assist our members in transitioning to the new

RMI branding and thereby ensuring that the RMI’s corporate identity is

adhered to.

Showing our best face with the correct logo, is vitally important as it is

the one element that makes us distinctively recognisable by industry, key

stakeholders such as government, insurers, OE manufacturers and warran-

tee administrators, and most importantly, amongst the motoring public.

It allows the RMI to provide you, our members, with tangible evidence

of the importance in belonging to the RMI and helps create a feeling of

cohesion amongst our members and it should also assist in attracting con-

sumers to member businesses.

I thank you for your support and really encourage all associations to

embrace the change and find innovative ways of encouraging members to

make the change if they have not already done so. Let’s work together to

ensure all old branding is replaced. 

Jakkie Olivier

RMI Chief Executive Officer

Showing our best face –

accredited branding is ready

The transport sector defied expectations of under-perfor-

mance in the fourth quarter of 2022 to be the best sectoral

performer, admittedly amongst multiple laggards. The neg-

ative impact of the prolonged Transnet strike had depressed

the transport sector’s contribution, with the sector growing by

only 0.7% on a quarterly seasonally adjusted basis compared

to growth of 3.6% in the third quarter.

The ongoing challenges of harsh load shedding, inflated liv-

ing costs, high production costs due to high fuel prices, rising

wage demands and elevated interest rates, all contributed to

the country’s dismal economic performance in the fourth quar-

ter of 2022. With little indication of a notably different economic

environment in 2023, but rather even lower economic growth

forecasted for 2023 compared to 2022, the economic environ-

ment is expected to remain dismal and challenging.

This performance by businesses that form part of the auto-

motive industry is remarkable and shows just how resilient the

industry has been. But for how long can this continue? Surely

at some stage something has to give?

Vehicle industry experts warn that vehicle pricing might be in

for a tough time. While stock levels have normalised factors such

as the exchange rate have resulted in substantial new vehicle

price increases. In addition, the effects of low stock volumes

during the COVID-19 period could soon be felt in the pre-owned

market. With low sales numbers in 2020 there is now no one to

two-year-old stock available in the pre-owned market and buy-

ers who traditionally shopped in that market now need to look

elsewhere, either at more affordable new vehicles or older pre-

owned vehicles as the stretch to a new model in their traditional

segment is simply too much for already pressured budgets.

The industry is going to have to seriously consider innovative

financing options such as plans that allows motorists to drive the

vehicle they want without the burden of a traditional finance to

own repayment agreement. I suspect the current market might

force an accelerated move to the popularisation of leasing mod-

els. This in turn will have an effect on the automotive aftermar-

ket as motorists will no longer be responsible or have the ability

to choose who services and repairs their vehicle, with that all

covered under the relevant leasing agreement.

This all sounds like a serious disruption for the automotive

industry but as always, I suspect that the industry will display re-

silience and reward those that are innovative in their offering. 

reuben van Niekerk, reuben@automobil.org.za

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Legacy and unity

We’ve been representing the retail motor industry for more than 100 years.

With more than 8 000-member businesses, our unity is our strength.

Your voice

RMI represents the industry at:

Centralised wage negotiations.

Various MIBCO and Industry-related Boards and committee structures.

Various South African Bureau of Standards (SABS)

committees and working groups.

The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS), defending our

industry when compulsory specifications and standards are compromised.

The Moto Health Care Fund, Industry Provident Funds

and the Sick, Accident and Maternity Pay Fund.

Meetings hosted by reputable organisations recognised by government, big

business, consumers and relevant stakeholders like Business Unity SA (BUSA).

Supports your business

Professional industrial relations advice ensuring procedural

and substantive fairness when disciplining staff.

Chairing of disciplinary hearings and AUTOMATIC

entry at the CCMA, DRC and Labour Court.

Exceptional CPA support at the National Consumer Commission (NCC)

and the Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (MIOSA).

Facilitation of a business-to-business complaint where both parties are

RMI members, with a complaint resolution rate in excess of 95%.

Training needs and representation via merSETA and W&RSETA.

Industry-specific products like RMI4BEE, RMI4LAW, RMI4OHS and RMI4SURE.

Keeps you in the know

Industry labour relations seminars.

Automobil magazine and weekly web letters.

Commenting on industry topics in the media, and participating

in and hosting numerous conventions and shows.

asslift Africa, the sole distributor of Mit

subishi forklifts in South Africa has re

ceived MerSETA accreditation as a skills

development provider. The accreditation allows

Masslift to provide internal and external training

programmes for Full Forklift Mechanic Qualification

skills provider registered with QCTO and MerSETA.

Masslift’s commitment to providing high-quality

training and uplifting the workforce has driven the

company’s pursuit of accreditation. The nationwide

recognition of SETA-accredited training means that

the courses completed are reputable, thorough

and relevant. As a result, Masslift’s customers can

rest assured that their machines will be serviced

and maintained by a workforce well-equipped with

up-to-date industry-specific skills, cutting back

on time and productivity lost to error or lack of

knowledge.

In addition to benefiting Masslift’s customers,

the accreditation allows Masslift to access SETA

funds for staff training, benefit from tax rebates,

and maximise potential B-BBEE points. Further

more, providing SETA-accredited training for em

ployees strengthens Masslift’s credibility and rep

utation in the industry and community.

With Masslift’s in-house resources and infra-

ETQA (SETA liaisons), and a fully accredited

training fees. 

aguar Land Rover South Africa now offers

its clients the convenience and flexibility to

channels. Through a frictionless modern luxury

journey, clients now have the option to buy new

combination of both.

Together with the selection of the latest ve

hicles available in stock at their most convenient

variety of immediately available and upcoming

hicles from any Jaguar Land Rover retailer in the

country. All stock is visible through new dedicat

ed websites for the Jaguar and Land Rover brands

respectively.

These sites offer the ability to reserve vehi

cles, apply for finance pre-approvals, request

trade-in value estimates, and complete purchase

transactions all at a time and place convenient to

them. This wider choice and flexibility still returns

to the client’s preferred retailer of choice to facil

itate delivery of their new Jaguar or Land Rover.

It is also possible to view and order vehicles

set for future manufacturing dates. Upon ap

proved reservation, Jaguar Land Rover will keep

clients updated with step-by-step information on

the build commencement, production progress,

and final delivery dates.

Total costs are broken down with full trans

parency and easy to understand listings for base

vehicle prices, options and delivery fees. Any

payable CO taxes are built into base prices (with

emissions figures visible separately),

cle nameplate.

The new Jaguar and Land Rover e-com

merce platforms will exist alongside the tradi

tional brand websites in South Africa. While the

are the best places to explore various model

lines, features, technologies, vehicle configu

offer listings for every new vehicle in the mar

production. 

ohn DeLorean created a host of automotive

features that are still relevant today. Some

nals, concealed windshield wipers, and vertically

stacked headlights.

John Zachary DeLorean was indisputably a

brilliant engineer and a trailblazer. The car he’s

most famous for, the DMC-12, became a cultural

icon after featuring in the “Back to the Future”

films.

The DeLorean Motor Company (DMC) was of

ficially founded in Detroit on October 24, 1975.

The plan was to build what DeLorean called an

ethical, safe, long-lasting and sustainable car with

the best of everything.

Giorgetto Giugiaro, the Italian designer and

founder of ItalDesign, based the DeLorean on a

1970 concept car he had drawn up for Porsche,

a stainless-steel body with gull-wing doors. It was

powered by a Peugeot-Renault-Volvo 2.85 litre

V6 engine with 130 horsepower.

During an interview, DeLorean alluded to

having more than 200 patents. He implemented

several daring changes that proved his genius.

DeLorean would eventually declare personal

bankruptcy in 1999 which was inevitable follow

ing the crash of DeLorean Motor Company.

JZD comes from DNG Motors (DeLorean Next

Generation Motors) who have also announced

the DeLorean Alpha5, an upcoming bat

tery-electric sports car produced by the DeLo

rean Motor Company (not the same as DNG, and

not the original DMC who built the DMC DeLo

rean in 1981.) 

We’ve been representing the retail motor industry for more than

With more than

businesses, our unity is our strength.

Centralised wage negotiations.

Various

and Industry-related Boards and committee structures.

Various South African Bureau of Standards (

committees and working groups.

The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (

industry when compulsory specifications and standards are compromised.

The Moto Health Care Fund, Industry Provident Funds

and the Sick, Accident and Maternity Pay Fund.

Meetings hosted by reputable organisations recognised by government, big

business, consumers and relevant stakeholders like Business Unity SA (

).

Professional industrial relations advice ensuring procedural

and substantive fairness when disciplining staff.

Chairing of disciplinary hearings and

and Labour Court.

Exceptional CPA support at the National Consumer Commission (

and the Motor Industry Ombudsman of South Africa (

).

Facilitation of a business-to-business complaint where both parties are

RMI members, with a complaint resolution rate in excess of 95%.

Training needs and representation via

Industry-specific products like

Industry labour relations seminars.

Automobil magazine and weekly web letters.

Commenting on industry topics in the media, and participating

in and hosting numerous conventions and shows.

www.automobil.co.za

April 2023

NEWS

NEWS

asslift Africa, the sole distributor of Mit-

subishi forklifts in South Africa has re-

ceived MerSETA accreditation as a skills

development provider. The accreditation allows

Masslift to provide internal and external training

programmes for Full Forklift Mechanic Qualification

and a range of skills programmes as an accredited

skills provider registered with QCTO and MerSETA.

Masslift’s commitment to providing high-quality

training and uplifting the workforce has driven the

company’s pursuit of accreditation. The nationwide

recognition of SETA-accredited training means that

the courses completed are reputable, thorough

and relevant. As a result, Masslift’s customers can

rest assured that their machines will be serviced

and maintained by a workforce well-equipped with

up-to-date industry-specific skills, cutting back

on time and productivity lost to error or lack of

knowledge.

In addition to benefiting Masslift’s customers,

the accreditation allows Masslift to access SETA

funds for staff training, benefit from tax rebates,

and maximise potential B-BBEE points. Further-

more, providing SETA-accredited training for em-

ployees strengthens Masslift’s credibility and rep-

utation in the industry and community.

With Masslift’s in-house resources and infra-

structure, such as recruitment, printing, material

development, facilitators, assessors, moderators,

ETQA (SETA liaisons), and a fully accredited

workplace, the company can provide competitive

training fees. 

aguar Land Rover South Africa now offers

its clients the convenience and flexibility to

purchase new vehicles through a variety of

channels. Through a frictionless modern luxury

journey, clients now have the option to buy new

vehicles online, face-to-face at a retailer or a

combination of both.

Together with the selection of the latest ve-

hicles available in stock at their most convenient

retailer, clients can now also access a much wider

variety of immediately available and upcoming

Range Rover, Discovery, Defender and Jaguar ve-

hicles from any Jaguar Land Rover retailer in the

country. All stock is visible through new dedicat-

ed websites for the Jaguar and Land Rover brands

respectively.

These sites offer the ability to reserve vehi-

cles, apply for finance pre-approvals, request

trade-in value estimates, and complete purchase

transactions all at a time and place convenient to

them. This wider choice and flexibility still returns

to the client’s preferred retailer of choice to facil-

itate delivery of their new Jaguar or Land Rover.

It is also possible to view and order vehicles

set for future manufacturing dates. Upon ap-

proved reservation, Jaguar Land Rover will keep

clients updated with step-by-step information on

the build commencement, production progress,

shipping schedules, expected arrival in market,

and final delivery dates.

Total costs are broken down with full trans-

parency and easy to understand listings for base

vehicle prices, options and delivery fees. Any

payable CO2 taxes are built into base prices (with

average CO2 emissions figures visible separately),

and delivery fees are now standardised per vehi-

cle nameplate.

The new Jaguar and Land Rover e-com-

merce platforms will exist alongside the tradi-

tional brand websites in South Africa. While the

current Jaguar.co.za and Landrover.co.za sites

are the best places to explore various model

lines, features, technologies, vehicle configu-

rators and news, the new e-commerce sites

at buy. landrover.co.za and buy.jaguar.co.za

offer listings for every new vehicle in the mar-

ket together with those scheduled for future

production. 

Masslift receives MerSETA accreditation

Jaguar Land Rover clients can now shop online

ohn DeLorean created a host of automotive

features that are still relevant today. Some

include overhead-cam engines, turn sig-

nals, concealed windshield wipers, and vertically

stacked headlights.

John Zachary DeLorean was indisputably a

brilliant engineer and a trailblazer. The car he’s

most famous for, the DMC-12, became a cultural

icon after featuring in the “Back to the Future”

films.

The DeLorean Motor Company (DMC) was of-

ficially founded in Detroit on October 24, 1975.

The plan was to build what DeLorean called an

ethical, safe, long-lasting and sustainable car with

the best of everything.

Giorgetto Giugiaro, the Italian designer and

founder of ItalDesign, based the DeLorean on a

1970 concept car he had drawn up for Porsche,

which was similarly wedge-shaped and featured

a stainless-steel body with gull-wing doors. It was

powered by a Peugeot-Renault-Volvo 2.85 litre

V6 engine with 130 horsepower.

During an interview, DeLorean alluded to

having more than 200 patents. He implemented

several daring changes that proved his genius.

DeLorean would eventually declare personal

bankruptcy in 1999 which was inevitable follow-

ing the crash of DeLorean Motor Company.

The latest announcement of the model

JZD comes from DNG Motors (DeLorean Next

Generation Motors) who have also announced

the DeLorean Alpha5, an upcoming bat-

tery-electric sports car produced by the DeLo-

rean Motor Company (not the same as DNG, and

not the original DMC who built the DMC DeLo-

rean in 1981.) 

A new DeLorean after 41 years

A Driving force in South Africa’s automotive aftermarket

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation is a proactive, relevant, retail and associated motor industry organisation recognised

as the leading voice in South Africa‘s automotive after market. It serves the daily needs of its members and plays a key role

in enabling motor traders to deliver a superior service to motoring consumers. Eight Associations fall proudly under the RMI

umbrella. Inter-associational business-to-business trading is encouraged in the interests of all stakeholders.

HEAD OFFiCE www.rmi.org.za

Tel: +27 11 886 6300 | Surrey Square Office Park, 330 Surrey Avenue, Ferndale, Randburg, 2194, Gauteng, P. O. Box 2940, Randburg, 2125

rEGiONAl OFFiCES

Central: Randburg tel: +27 11 886 6300 | KwaZulu-Natal: Durban tel: +27 31 266 7031 | Eastern Cape/Border: Port Elizabeth tel: +27 41 364 0070 | 

Western Cape: Cape Town tel: +27 21 939 9440 | Free State / Northern Cape: Bloemfontein tel: +27 51 430 3294

SAprA – South African Petroleum

Retailers’ Association

SAPRA represents the interests of all petroleum retailers in

South Africa. Its aim is to improve growth and profitability

for the investor. SAPRA plays an important role in tracking

global and local trends that affect sustainability and help

retailers remain relevant in an ever-changing business

environment. Retailers voice concerns through one of

the seven regional chairs strategically located around

the country, into a National Executive Committee (NEC),

where strategy and solutions are developed. This bottom

up approach is a fundamental SAPRA imperative.

SAMBrA – South African Motor Body

Repairers’ Association

SAMBRA is the pre-eminent motor body repair association in

South Africa representing the majority of accredited motor body

repairers. SAMBRA’s grading system, which was introduced over

30 years ago, regulates repairer standards in the motor body repair

industry in South Africa and instils confidence in consumers and

industry stakeholders alike. The Association works in close collab-

oration with various key industry stakeholders including Insurers,

Original Equipment Suppliers, paint and equipment suppliers, the

labour department and trade unions, as well as related SETAs – to

maintain industry sustainability and development. It ensures the

provision of technical and business management skills training in

order for members to meet the demands of the industry.

TEpA – Tyre, Equipment, Parts Association

TEPA represents tyre dealers; garage/workshop equipment and

tool importers and distributors; auto part wholesalers, retailers

and independent operators in the aftermarket motor parts

industry as well as manufacturers and importers of parts for

the automotive aftermarket. The members of TEPA represent,

promote, sell and endorse the use of legitimate, bona fide,

quality branded products. TEPA members also export parts,

equipment and components into Africa and other countries in

the world. TEPA encourages at all times inter-associational RMI

business-to-business trading, intent on strengthening the RMI

Organisation as a whole. TEPA is seen as the mark of integrity

and fair trade for the consumer, the business operator and the

government. The Association is the legitimate voice of the tyre,

equipment, and parts industry in South Africa and is positioned

as an intermediary between government, business, and the

consumer.

VTA – Vehicle Testing Association

The VTA represents private vehicle testing stations that are

committed to operating within the law in accordance with the

Road Traffic Act and the relevant SANS standards. In this highly

regulated environment, the association represents the interests

of its members at government level working groups and is

committed to enhancing the reputation of the industry in all the

spheres.

ArA – Automotive Remanufacturers’ Association

ARA represents the remanufacturing trade sector. This includes

component remanufacturers involved in safety-critical compo-

nents, inclusive of but not limited to vehicle cooling, turbocharger

and braking systems; automotive engineers who machine and

remanufacture engine components by way of expert engineering

– ultimately rebuilding engines to its original specifications; and

specialists in the repair, servicing and remanufacturing of diesel

fuel injection systems fitted to diesel engines in earth moving

equipment, highway trucks, stationary engines and passenger

vehicles. ARA promotes the responsible reuse of remanufactured

engine components for a ‘greener’ environment (carbon foot-

print). Its members are dedicated to providing consumers with

only the best of advice, finest service delivery, and highest quality

workmanship.

NADA – National Automobile Dealers’ Association

NADA represents the interests of business people who own or

operate new motor vehicle and motorcycle franchise dealerships

and qualifying used motor vehicle and motorcycle outlets. NADA

is committed to the image enhancement of the retail motor busi-

ness, facilitating the interface between dealers and OEMs; import-

ers and distributors; building relationships between dealers and

customers and bringing relevant industry issues to the attention of

government. NADA is the respected voice on all matters relating to

motor vehicle and motorcycle dealer business.

MiWA – Motor Industry Workshop Association

MIWA, the Independent Workshop Association, representing

general repairs, auto electrical; air conditioning; accessories and

fitment as well as transmission and driveline workshops strives

to remain ahead of the ever-changing technologies and best

practices of the aftermarket motor industry. MIWA encourages

members to support inter-associational, business-to-business

trading with a view to strengthen the RMI. MIWA remains the

leading resource for members ensuring continued relevance

and sustainability.

SAVABA – South African Vehicle and

Bodybuilders’ Association

SAVABA members are professional, certified and regulated

vehicle body builders in South Africa who manufacture

commercial vehicle body applications (tanker, coal, refrigerated

trucks and trailers) and bus bodies (commuter and tourist

type). Members manufacture using the latest equipment and

highly trained staff to ensure strict compliance with NRCS

regulations; SABS standards and all other legal specifications

and requirements.

CONSTITUENT ASSOCIATIONS

ership and will be rewarding

prize.

Each month (from the February 2023

issue) there will be a set of questions, the

answers to which can be found on the pag

. Each month,

up until the July issue, you can enter as

many times as you like. The winner will be

of July 2023.

questions, to enter and for the

Terms & Conditions of this compe

tition please click on the links below.

Good luck. 

umitomo Rubber South Africa is set to

ufacturing plant in Ladysmith, KwaZu

lu-Natal, as the production facility marks its

golden anniversary this year. The company has

lined up a series of exciting investments that

will see the plant improve local production ca

job opportunities.

The Dunlop Ladysmith production facility first

opened its doors in October 1973 and has since

been at the forefront of tyre production in South

Africa.

SRSA CEO, Lubin Ozoux, said, “The 50th anni

versary of our Dunlop Ladysmith manufacturing

plants marks an exciting time for us, as we look

to build on this impressive history and create a

brighter future for the region.”

“We want to increase our impact on creating

employment in South Africa over the next few

years and months. We will, therefore, be invest

that we have the capability locally to meet the

turers, gain efficiencies to better serve the local

market, and create a better and safer experience

for motorists on the road,” said Ozoux.

ous phases of expansion at the facility. In 2018

SRSA officially launched its new, state-of-the-art,

180 000m² Truck and Bus Radial (TBR) factory at

the plant, facilitating local manufacture of truck

and bus tyres which it previously imported. This

involved an investment of over R2.1 billion and

marked the second phase of SRSA’s multi-billion-

Dunlop plant’s capacity.

Prior to this, SRSA had also modernised its

passenger car, sport utility vehicle (SUV) and

light truck tyre manufacturing capabilities at

the plant.

“These investments have enabled us to in

needs of the region’s tyre markets, particularly in

the latter part of our five decades of operation at

the plant,” said Ozoux.

As the manufacturer of popular tyre brands

including Dunlop, Sumitomo and Falken, SRSA

strives to deliver the newest, most ground-break

ing tyre innovations.

Stringent manufacturing processes ensure

that Dunlop not only meets, but exceeds, global

standards. SRSA’s ongoing research and develop

ment, anchored by the technical design expertise

of its Japanese parent company Sumitomo Rub

ber Industries, are incorporated into the product

design, resulting in enhanced performance, safe

ty, and longevity of Dunlop tyres. 

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation is a proactive, relevant, retail and associated motor industry organisation recognised

as the leading voice in South Africa‘s automotive after market. It serves the daily needs of its members and plays a key role

in enabling motor traders to deliver a superior service to motoring consumers. Eight Associations fall proudly under the RMI

umbrella. Inter-associational business-to-business trading is encouraged in the interests of all stakeholders.

Tel: +27 11 886 6300 | Surrey Square Office Park, 330 Surrey Avenue, Ferndale, Randburg, 2194, Gauteng, P. O. Box 2940, Randburg, 2125

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Western Cape: Cape Town tel: +27 21 939 9440 | Free State / Northern Cape: Bloemfontein tel: +27 51 430 3294

SAPRA represents the interests of all petroleum retailers in

South Africa. Its aim is to improve growth and profitability

for the investor. SAPRA plays an important role in tracking

global and local trends that affect sustainability and help

retailers remain relevant in an ever-changing business

environment. Retailers voice concerns through one of

the country, into a National Executive Committee (NEC),

where strategy and solutions are developed. This bottom

up approach is a fundamental SAPRA imperative.

SAMBRA is the pre-eminent motor body repair association in

South Africa representing the majority of accredited motor body

repairers. SAMBRA’s grading system, which was introduced over

30 years ago, regulates repairer standards in the motor body repair

industry in South Africa and instils confidence in consumers and

industry stakeholders alike. The Association works in close collab

oration with various key industry stakeholders including Insurers,

Original Equipment Suppliers, paint and equipment suppliers, the

labour department and trade unions, as well as related SETAs – to

maintain industry sustainability and development. It ensures the

provision of technical and business management skills training in

order for members to meet the demands of the industry.

TEPA represents tyre dealers; garage/workshop equipment and

tool importers and distributors; auto part wholesalers, retailers

and independent operators in the aftermarket motor parts

the automotive aftermarket. The members of TEPA represent,

promote, sell and endorse the use of legitimate, bona fide,

quality branded products. TEPA members also export parts,

equipment and components into Africa and other countries in

the world. TEPA encourages at all times inter-associational RMI

business-to-business trading, intent on strengthening the RMI

Organisation as a whole. TEPA is seen as the mark of integrity

and fair trade for the consumer, the business operator and the

government. The Association is the legitimate voice of the tyre,

equipment, and parts industry in South Africa and is positioned

as an intermediary between government, business, and the

consumer.

The VTA represents private vehicle testing stations that are

committed to operating within the law in accordance with the

Road Traffic Act and the relevant SANS standards. In this highly

regulated environment, the association represents the interests

of its members at government level working groups and is

committed to enhancing the reputation of the industry in all the

spheres.

ARA represents the remanufacturing trade sector. This includes

component remanufacturers involved in safety-critical compo

nents, inclusive of but not limited to vehicle cooling, turbocharger

and braking systems; automotive engineers who machine and

remanufacture engine components by way of expert engineering

– ultimately rebuilding engines to its original specifications; and

fuel injection systems fitted to diesel engines in earth moving

equipment, highway trucks, stationary engines and passenger

vehicles. ARA promotes the responsible reuse of remanufactured

engine components for a ‘greener’ environment (carbon foot

print). Its members are dedicated to providing consumers with

only the best of advice, finest service delivery, and highest quality

workmanship.

NADA represents the interests of business people who own or

and qualifying used motor vehicle and motorcycle outlets. NADA

is committed to the image enhancement of the retail motor busi

ness, facilitating the interface between dealers and OEMs; import

ers and distributors; building relationships between dealers and

customers and bringing relevant industry issues to the attention of

government. NADA is the respected voice on all matters relating to

motor vehicle and motorcycle dealer business.

MIWA, the Independent Workshop Association, representing

general repairs, auto electrical; air conditioning; accessories and

fitment as well as transmission and driveline workshops strives

to remain ahead of the ever-changing technologies and best

practices of the aftermarket motor industry. MIWA encourages

members to support inter-associational, business-to-business

trading with a view to strengthen the RMI. MIWA remains the

leading resource for members ensuring continued relevance

and sustainability.

SAVABA members are professional, certified and regulated

vehicle body builders in South Africa who manufacture

commercial vehicle body applications (tanker, coal, refrigerated

trucks and trailers) and bus bodies (commuter and tourist

type). Members manufacture using the latest equipment and

highly trained staff to ensure strict compliance with NRCS

regulations; SABS standards and all other legal specifications

and requirements.

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umitomo Rubber South Africa is set to

inject new life into its Dunlop tyre man-

ufacturing plant in Ladysmith, KwaZu-

lu-Natal, as the production facility marks its

golden anniversary this year. The company has

lined up a series of exciting investments that

will see the plant improve local production ca-

pacity, expand product lines and create new

job opportunities.

The Dunlop Ladysmith production facility first

opened its doors in October 1973 and has since

been at the forefront of tyre production in South

Africa.

SRSA CEO, Lubin Ozoux, said, “The 50th anni-

versary of our Dunlop Ladysmith manufacturing

plants marks an exciting time for us, as we look

to build on this impressive history and create a

brighter future for the region.”

“We want to increase our impact on creating

employment in South Africa over the next few

years and months. We will, therefore, be invest-

ing in machinery and systems that will ensure

that we have the capability locally to meet the

requirements of Original Equipment manufac-

turers, gain efficiencies to better serve the local

market, and create a better and safer experience

for motorists on the road,” said Ozoux.

The new investment drive follows previ-

ous phases of expansion at the facility. In 2018

SRSA officially launched its new, state-of-the-art,

180 000m² Truck and Bus Radial (TBR) factory at

the plant, facilitating local manufacture of truck

and bus tyres which it previously imported. This

involved an investment of over R2.1 billion and

marked the second phase of SRSA’s multi-billion-

rand investment to upgrade and modernise the

Dunlop plant’s capacity.

Prior to this, SRSA had also modernised its

passenger car, sport utility vehicle (SUV) and

light truck tyre manufacturing capabilities at

the plant.

“These investments have enabled us to in-

crease manufacturing output and meet the

needs of the region’s tyre markets, particularly in

the latter part of our five decades of operation at

the plant,” said Ozoux.

As the manufacturer of popular tyre brands

including Dunlop, Sumitomo and Falken, SRSA

strives to deliver the newest, most ground-break-

ing tyre innovations.

Stringent manufacturing processes ensure

that Dunlop not only meets, but exceeds, global

standards. SRSA’s ongoing research and develop-

ment, anchored by the technical design expertise

of its Japanese parent company Sumitomo Rub-

ber Industries, are incorporated into the product

design, resulting in enhanced performance, safe-

ty, and longevity of Dunlop tyres. 

Capital injection ahead of Dunlop Tyres’

Ladysmith plant’s 50th anniversary

TELL US WHAT’S ON YOUR MIND

RMI Executives

RMI Board Members

RMI Directors

RMI Head Office

Chief Executive Officer:

Jakkie Olivier

Cell: 082 452 5150

jakkie.olivier@rmi.org.za

Chief Operations Officer:

Jan Schoeman

Cell: 082 552 7712

jan.schoeman@rmi.org.za

Financial Director:

Renee Coetsee

Cell: 082 412 6760

renee.coetsee@rmi.org.za

Company Secretary:

Gary McCraw

Cell: 082 560 6613

gary.mccraw@rmi.org.za

Jakkie Olivier – CEO

Jeanne Esterhuizen – President

Ferose Oaten - Vice President

Mark Dommisse

Frank MacNicol

Eugene Ranft

Teresa Spenser-Higgs

Les McMaster

Johann van de Merwe

Mams Rehaman

Sandra Singh

Charles Canning

Marcel van Ruler

Henry van der Merwe

Lindsay Bouchier

ARA, SAVABA

Attie Serfontein

Cell: 082 452 5153

attie.serfontein@rmi.org.za

MIWA

Pieter Niemand

Cell: 082 812 5391

pieter.niemand@rmi.org.za

NADA

Gary McCraw

Cell: 082 560 6613

gary.mccraw@rmi.org.za

SAMBRA

Vacant

TEPA, SAPRA

Vishal Premlall

Cell: 082 886 6392

vishal.premlall@rmi.org.za

VTA

Julian Pillay

Cell: 082 560 6625

julian.pillay@rmi.org.za

Training Director

Louis van Huyssteen

Cell: 082 560 6623

louis.vanhuyssteen@rmi.org.za

Transformation Director

Nonhlanhla Noni Tshabalala

Cell: 083 208 7161

noni.tshabalala@rmi.org.za

Labour Director and

Company Secretary Designate

Jacques Viljoen

Cell: 083 337 9922

jacques.viljoen@rmi.org.za

Danelle van der Merwe

Brand and Communication Manager

Cell: 082 926 5846

danelle.vandermerwe@rmi.org.za

Nonhlanhla Noni Tshabalala

HR Manager

Cell: 083 208 7161

noni.tshabalala@rmi.org.za

Julian Pillay

Regulatory Compliance Manager

Cell: 082 560 6625

julian.pillay@rmi.org.za

011-886-6300

www.rmi.org.za

Surrey Square Office Park

330 Surrey Avenue,

Ferndale, Randburg

2194

RMI Regional Offices

Julian Pillay: Regional Manager: KwaZulu-Natal

Vacant: Regional Manager: Western Cape

Peter van Mosseveld: Regional Manager: Eastern Cape/Border

Jeff Molefe: Regional Manager: Central

(Gauteng/Northwest/ Mpumalanga/ Limpopo)

Reemo Swartz: Regional Manager: Free State/Northern Cape

Central: Randburg: 011 886 6300

KwaZulu-Natal: Durban: 031 266 7031

Eastern Cape/Border: Port Elizabeth: 041 364 0070

Western Cape: Cape Town: 021 939 9440

Free State/Northern Cape: Bloemfontein: 051 430 3294

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he RMI is deeply saddened to announce that our colleague, team member and friend Randall Lan

genhoven – Regional Manager (Western Cape) and SAMBRA Associational Representative (West

of March.

Randall was a valuable member of our team and his contribution was essential to the success of the

Organisation, which we very much appreciate. During his tenure at the RMI, Randall showed motivation,

drive and compassion towards others.

The RMI extends their condolences to his wife and entire family during this terrible time, they are in our

thoughts and prayers.

Rest in peace dear Randall, from your RMI family. 

ontinental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) has welcomed its

new managing director, Matt Livigni, who brings a wealth

reer with Continental.

Prior to joining Continental Tyre SA, Livigni was MD of Con

tinental Tire Canada for six years and served as executive di

rector of the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada over the

same period. Livigni succeeds Martin Buday, who headed up

the South African operations from 2020, and has since been ap

pointed to lead Continental’s South East Europe division.

Livigni has held various roles at Continental, including sales,

marketing and product management, with a particular empha

sis on the commercial vehicle tyre (CVT) segment. Between

2008 and 2013 he was Continental Tire’s Northern Region man

ager in the United States for CVT, followed by three years as

the CVT Country manager for Canada before being appointed

MD in 2017.

Having moved to South Africa in January this year, Livigni’s

main objectives for his local tenure are focused on sustainabili

ty. “The number one priority for me is to ensure the sustainabil

ity of local manufacturing of premium tyres for the domestic

market, supported by cost-competitive exports that enable fu

ture investments and the long-term stability of our plant here

in South Africa.

“At Continental, we are excited about adapting the materials

and production of our tyres to contribute to a better, more sus

tainable future,” Livigni says. “For me, this is one of the biggest

challenges ahead, which will affect our whole value chain.”

As a people-oriented company, Livigni believes in empow

ering Continental’s employees while also making a positive

contribution to the broader community. “We need to contin

ue providing opportunities for both professional and person

al development and growth for our staff at every level, while

inclusion. At the same time, we have a key role to play in sup

porting economic growth as a means of creating new job op

portunities for all South Africans to tackle the high levels of

unemployment.” 

Eugene Ranft

Attie Serfontein

attie.serfontein@rmi.org.za

Brand and Communication Manager

Surrey Square Office Park

Julian Pillay:

Vacant:

Peter van Mosseveld:

Jeff Molefe:

Reemo Swartz:

Central:

KwaZulu-Natal:

Eastern Cape/Border:

Western Cape:

Free State/Northern Cape: Bloemfontein: 051 430 3294

RMI4Sure

RMI4Law

RMI4BEE

RMI4OHS

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April 2023

he RMI is deeply saddened to announce that our colleague, team member and friend Randall Lan-

genhoven – Regional Manager (Western Cape) and SAMBRA Associational Representative (West-

ern Cape) passed away on the 22nd of March.

Randall was a valuable member of our team and his contribution was essential to the success of the

Organisation, which we very much appreciate. During his tenure at the RMI, Randall showed motivation,

drive and compassion towards others.

The RMI extends their condolences to his wife and entire family during this terrible time, they are in our

thoughts and prayers.

Rest in peace dear Randall, from your RMI family. 

RMI mourns passing of

Randall Langenhoven

ontinental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) has welcomed its

new managing director, Matt Livigni, who brings a wealth

of experience to the company thanks to his 33-year ca-

reer with Continental.

Prior to joining Continental Tyre SA, Livigni was MD of Con-

tinental Tire Canada for six years and served as executive di-

rector of the Tire and Rubber Association of Canada over the

same period. Livigni succeeds Martin Buday, who headed up

the South African operations from 2020, and has since been ap-

pointed to lead Continental’s South East Europe division.

Livigni has held various roles at Continental, including sales,

marketing and product management, with a particular empha-

sis on the commercial vehicle tyre (CVT) segment. Between

2008 and 2013 he was Continental Tire’s Northern Region man-

ager in the United States for CVT, followed by three years as

the CVT Country manager for Canada before being appointed

MD in 2017.

Having moved to South Africa in January this year, Livigni’s

main objectives for his local tenure are focused on sustainabili-

ty. “The number one priority for me is to ensure the sustainabil-

ity of local manufacturing of premium tyres for the domestic

market, supported by cost-competitive exports that enable fu-

ture investments and the long-term stability of our plant here

in South Africa.

“At Continental, we are excited about adapting the materials

and production of our tyres to contribute to a better, more sus-

tainable future,” Livigni says. “For me, this is one of the biggest

challenges ahead, which will affect our whole value chain.”

As a people-oriented company, Livigni believes in empow-

ering Continental’s employees while also making a positive

contribution to the broader community. “We need to contin-

ue providing opportunities for both professional and person-

al development and growth for our staff at every level, while

simultaneously addressing the issues of diversity, equity and

inclusion. At the same time, we have a key role to play in sup-

porting economic growth as a means of creating new job op-

portunities for all South Africans to tackle the high levels of

unemployment.” 

Continental welcomes new MD

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tandox has introduced a new Matt Clear

System, comprising two products: Stando-

cryl 2K System Clear Super Matt K9150 and

Standocryl 2K System Clear Satin Gloss K9140. For-

mulated with significantly smaller, state-of-the-art

pigment size, these two new matt clears deliver

professional right-first time results every time.

The intermixable Standocryl 2K System Clear

Super Matt K9150 and Standocryl 2K System

Clear Satin Gloss K9140 are best-in-class, en-

abling refinishers to match the widest range of

OEM production finish gloss levels, from matt

(5GU) to semi-matt (65GU).

Using the latest innovation from Axalta and

formulated for use with Standoblue Basecoat

Standox launches new

Standocryl Matt Clear System

or Standohyd Plus Basecoat, as well as Stan-

dox Basecoat or original paintwork, refinishers

can now identify matt colours on the Genius

iQ spectrophotometer. They can also find the

correct matt colour match formula, quickly and

easily, with the Standox advanced digital colour

management software, Standowin iQ. Once ap-

plied, the two new clears offer improved colour

and effect pigment clarity, meaning a much

less grey or milky appearance. They set the bar

high for high-quality results, with an excellent

homogenous, uniform finish and no patchiness,

even at very low gloss levels. Standocryl 2K Sys-

tem Clear Super Matt K9150 and Standocryl 2K

System Clear Satin Gloss K9140 provide a robust

application for panel, multi-panel and general

repairs. 

For more information you can visit

www.standox.co.za/matt-clear

he Lego Group and Defender are celebrat-

ing 75 years of Land Rover with a build your

own classic Land Rover Defender 90. The

2 336-piece set is complete with all the accesso-

ries for an off-road expedition.

The set has a two-in-one format, allowing

builders to create an everyday road-ready model

or customise it for adventures.

Defender has racked up 75 years of all-terrain

expeditions. Instantly recognisable around the

world, it has a unique record of adventure, hu-

manitarian aid and hard work.

The 32cm-long Lego model reflects this with

accessories including a roof rack, raised air in-

take, front bumper with working winch, side rails

and toolbox, plus traction plates for crossing

mud and sand. It also has working steering and

suspension, opening doors and bonnet and an

interior with details based on the full-size classic

Defender.

“Bringing the Classic Defender to life in bricks

was no easy challenge. Defender can take you

anywhere, so during the design process we want-

ed to infuse the set with that sense of adventure.

We can’t wait to see fans’ reactions,” said Kurt

Kristiansen, Lego Design Master.

The set will be available through Land Rover

retail channels from 1 July and is priced at R3999

in South Africa. 

Lego launches

classic Defender 90 set

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