Automobil February 2023

As always Automobil brings you the latest automotive and industry news, association updates, as well as informative articles on finance, labour, legal topics and much more. This month we bring you the latest news from the AIDC, Bridgestone, Euro NCAP and Ford. In addition, Toyota makes their sales predictions for the total 2023 market and we take a deep dive into the latest monthly vehicle sales statistics.

February 2023

www.automobil.co.za

the deepest business reach into the sa retail motor industry

remanuFacturing

into 2023

Finding your way

in the dark

toyota wins

2023 dakar rally

win r10 000 in

automobil reader

competition

February 2023

www.automobil.co.za

the deepest business reach into the sa retail motor industry

contents

columns

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

03 . Editor’s Letter: Reuben van Niekerk

30 . Tech Talk: Maximising corner speed

32 . Wellbeing: No time like the present

33 . Finance: Practicing good governance

news

05 . News

16 . Industry News

24 . Association News

Features

22 . Behind the scenes: Ensuring consumer satisfaction

26 . ARA: Remanufacturing into 2023

28 . Interview: Inspired by motorsport

34 . Legal: Stress testing privacy and data protection protocols

36 . Labour: Finding your way in the dark

regulars

38 . New models: Renault Megane R.S 300 Trophy and Ford Ranger

40 . Motorsport: Toyota Gazoo racing win 2023 Dakar Rally

41 . Member Update

42 . Sales: December 2022 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.

www.automobil.co.za

P14

P39

P20

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

www.automobil.co.za

February 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

n January the wait was finally over for thousands of hopeful matrics

around the country. Encouragingly the class of 2022 achieved an 80.1%

pass rate despite the many challenges of having to work through the

COVID-19 pandemic, the worst load shedding in years and sporadic protests.

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga said that for the past 10

years, the National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass rate had consistently been

going up, from 60% in 2009 to above 70% pass rates in recent years. She

commended the matric class of 2022.

Now it is decision time for many of these matrics who will be looking

to enrol at either a university, private college or a technical and vocational

education and training college.

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) strongly encourages young

people to consider one of the many qualifications being offered at TVET

colleges around the country.

There are 50 registered and accredited public TVET Colleges in South

Africa which operate on approximately 364 campuses spread

across the rural and urban areas of the country. Matrics can

visit the Khetha career portal of the DHET to find out more.

The various TVET colleges offer an array of qualifications in-

cluding a variety of sought-after artisanal qualifications.

The manufacturing, engineering, related services sec-

tor education training authority (merSETA) career guide

WhatsApp line (0674190500) is also a very useful source

of information and can provide guidance on the best

way to get qualified for these in demand occupa-

tions. Our own RMI training department is also

constantly monitoring new developments and

technological advancements in the sector

to determine which skills are necessary to

drive future growth. Candidates can also

benefit from regularly reading the RMI web

letter and Automobil magazine.

Although some of the colleges have already commenced with their

teaching and learning, including practicals, following the successful online

registration process, many are still accepting students in areas where the

enrolment targets have not been met and the department’s TVET branch is

monitoring the developments at each college.

At a time when technology is changing so rapidly, it is worth remember-

ing that the vibrant retail motor industry sector is urgently looking for skills

and young South Africans who want to focus on technical careers and are

willing to embrace apprenticeships so they can earn whilst they learn.

Trades related to the automotive aftermarket sales, repair, maintenance,

component and trailer manufacturing sector include motor and diesel me-

chanic, auto electrician, automotive machinist and engine fitter, diesel fuel

injection pump mechanic, motorcycle mechanic, vehicle body builder, weld-

er, and millwright. In addition to the main trades several specialised skill sets

such as wheel alignment technician, tyre fitter, engine dismantler as well as

radiator, CV-joint and prop shaft repair staff are also in high demand.

The opportunities to specialise are exciting and allow young people to ex-

plore sought after expert areas including colour mixer and matcher, applica-

tion of waterborne and two and three stage pearlescent paint, passenger and

commercial vehicle technicians, vehicle engine remanufacturing, diagnostic

and fault-finding technicians, coded welding, steering geometry and ad-

vanced driver-assistance systems. Alternate fuel driven vehicles like electric

vehicles and gas converted vehicles are also opening exciting new opportuni-

ties for young people to specialise in and these are the careers of the future.

University is not for everyone and a TVET qualification offers an excel-

lent alternative. Importantly young South Africans need to match their

technical field of interest with the TVET colleges offering. Not all TVET

colleges offer all trades, and careful research is required before making a

final selection. 

Jakkie olivier

RMI Chief Executive Officer

A career in the automotive sector

ransport Minister Fikile Mbalula recently announced that

during the festive period from 1 December 2022 to 11

January 2023, 1451 people died on South African roads.

The Minister noted that this is a 14% reduction in the number

of fatalities compared to the same period in 2021/2022.

While an improvement is certainly welcomed, losing 1451

lives in five weeks is still completely unacceptable and drastic

measures need to be taken to curb the culture where such a

number is celebrated.

The RMI’s Vehicle Testing Association has for a long time

been campaigning for the implementation of periodic testing

of all older vehicles. This legislation has been promulgated

and only needs to be signed into law, but for some reason no

progress is being made on making that happen. Ensuring that

older vehicles are in a roadworthy condition by way of a reg-

ular roadworthy test is common practice in many first world

countries and will certainly go a long way in reducing carnage

and deaths on our roads. Let’s hold thumbs and hope that

some progress is made in this regard during 2023. 

reuben van niekerk

reuben@automobil.org.za

Road deaths still too high

take the automobil

reader survey here

View the december sales figures here

https://forms.gle/1Ebk5pqQMfErq7FB9

February 2023

www.automobil.co.za

the deepest business reach into the sa retail motor industry

contents

columns

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

03 . Editor’s Letter: Reuben van Niekerk

30 . Tech Talk: Maximising corner speed

32 . Wellbeing: No time like the present

33 . Finance: Practicing good governance

news

05 . News

16 . Industry News

24 . Association News

Features

22 . Behind the scenes: Ensuring consumer satisfaction

26 . ARA: Remanufacturing into 2023

28 . Interview: Inspired by motorsport

34 . Legal: Stress testing privacy and data protection protocols

36 . Labour: Finding your way in the dark

regulars

38 . New models: Renault Megane R.S 300 Trophy and Ford Ranger

40 . Motorsport: Toyota Gazoo racing win 2023 Dakar Rally

41 . Member Update

42 . Sales: December 2022 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.

www.automobil.co.za

P14

P39

P20

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

www.automobil.co.za

February 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

n January the wait was finally over for thousands of hopeful matrics

around the country. Encouragingly the class of 2022 achieved an 80.1%

pass rate despite the many challenges of having to work through the

COVID-19 pandemic, the worst load shedding in years and sporadic protests.

Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga said that for the past 10

years, the National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass rate had consistently been

going up, from 60% in 2009 to above 70% pass rates in recent years. She

commended the matric class of 2022.

Now it is decision time for many of these matrics who will be looking

to enrol at either a university, private college or a technical and vocational

education and training college.

The Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) strongly encourages young

people to consider one of the many qualifications being offered at TVET

colleges around the country.

There are 50 registered and accredited public TVET Colleges in South

Africa which operate on approximately 364 campuses spread

across the rural and urban areas of the country. Matrics can

visit the Khetha career portal of the DHET to find out more.

The various TVET colleges offer an array of qualifications in-

cluding a variety of sought-after artisanal qualifications.

The manufacturing, engineering, related services sec-

tor education training authority (merSETA) career guide

WhatsApp line (0674190500) is also a very useful source

of information and can provide guidance on the best

way to get qualified for these in demand occupa-

tions. Our own RMI training department is also

constantly monitoring new developments and

technological advancements in the sector

to determine which skills are necessary to

drive future growth. Candidates can also

benefit from regularly reading the RMI web

letter and Automobil magazine.

Although some of the colleges have already commenced with their

teaching and learning, including practicals, following the successful online

registration process, many are still accepting students in areas where the

enrolment targets have not been met and the department’s TVET branch is

monitoring the developments at each college.

At a time when technology is changing so rapidly, it is worth remember-

ing that the vibrant retail motor industry sector is urgently looking for skills

and young South Africans who want to focus on technical careers and are

willing to embrace apprenticeships so they can earn whilst they learn.

Trades related to the automotive aftermarket sales, repair, maintenance,

component and trailer manufacturing sector include motor and diesel me-

chanic, auto electrician, automotive machinist and engine fitter, diesel fuel

injection pump mechanic, motorcycle mechanic, vehicle body builder, weld-

er, and millwright. In addition to the main trades several specialised skill sets

such as wheel alignment technician, tyre fitter, engine dismantler as well as

radiator, CV-joint and prop shaft repair staff are also in high demand.

The opportunities to specialise are exciting and allow young people to ex-

plore sought after expert areas including colour mixer and matcher, applica-

tion of waterborne and two and three stage pearlescent paint, passenger and

commercial vehicle technicians, vehicle engine remanufacturing, diagnostic

and fault-finding technicians, coded welding, steering geometry and ad-

vanced driver-assistance systems. Alternate fuel driven vehicles like electric

vehicles and gas converted vehicles are also opening exciting new opportuni-

ties for young people to specialise in and these are the careers of the future.

University is not for everyone and a TVET qualification offers an excel-

lent alternative. Importantly young South Africans need to match their

technical field of interest with the TVET colleges offering. Not all TVET

colleges offer all trades, and careful research is required before making a

final selection. 

Jakkie olivier

RMI Chief Executive Officer

A career in the automotive sector

ransport Minister Fikile Mbalula recently announced that

during the festive period from 1 December 2022 to 11

January 2023, 1451 people died on South African roads.

The Minister noted that this is a 14% reduction in the number

of fatalities compared to the same period in 2021/2022.

While an improvement is certainly welcomed, losing 1451

lives in five weeks is still completely unacceptable and drastic

measures need to be taken to curb the culture where such a

number is celebrated.

The RMI’s Vehicle Testing Association has for a long time

been campaigning for the implementation of periodic testing

of all older vehicles. This legislation has been promulgated

and only needs to be signed into law, but for some reason no

progress is being made on making that happen. Ensuring that

older vehicles are in a roadworthy condition by way of a reg-

ular roadworthy test is common practice in many first world

countries and will certainly go a long way in reducing carnage

and deaths on our roads. Let’s hold thumbs and hope that

some progress is made in this regard during 2023. 

reuben van niekerk

reuben@automobil.org.za

Road deaths still too high

take the automobil

reader survey here

View the december sales figures here

https://forms.gle/1Ebk5pqQMfErq7FB9

BELONGING IS BETTER BUSINESS

Here’s why…

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.

Enter here

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

NEws

NEws

“O

ngoing load shedding and uncer-

tainty of stable power supply is

having a severe and disastrous im-

pact on businesses across South Africa. In the

automotive retail sector, load shedding is putting

a great deal of extra stress on vehicle retailing

and servicing, as well as affecting the viability

of dealerships as they are forced to spend large

amounts of money to install alternative energy

sources as well as fuel for generators,” comment-

ed Mark Dommisse, Chairperson of the National

Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA).

“If load shedding persists at varying stages of

severity, as has been predicted for at least the next

24 months, dealerships who have not installed

generators or solar backup will experience delays

in completing vehicle purchases and financing,

services and repairs. The motoring public will need

to factor these possible delays into their planning

when booking vehicles in for service or repairs, or

when visiting a dealership to purchase a vehicle.

Backup solutions, which most dealers are tak-

ing or will be forced to take, mean a substantial

amount of unbudgeted investment and, in the

case of generators, significant ongoing fuel and

maintenance costs. Unfortunately, these costs

will, at some stage, need to be passed on to the

already cash strapped consumer while also nega-

tively affecting a dealership’s bottom line.

Dommisse noted that among the effects

of load shedding at dealerships is the inability

to use certain tools and lifts in workshops be-

cause lighter-duty generators do not generate

adequate power to cater for heavy electricity

requirements. This then impacts on the turn-

around time for servicing and repairs.

Constant load shedding and schedule chang-

es on a frequent basis make planning extremely

difficult. Most franchise motor vehicle dealers

have put contingency plans into place to address

the situation when it comes to a reliable supply

of electricity.

Franchised dealers which are supplied by local

manufacturing plants are also concerned about

the supply of new vehicles and replacement parts

as load shedding impacts the automotive manu-

facturing sector. Although vehicle manufacturers

themselves are exempt from load shedding this is

not the case with most of the component manu-

facturers and suppliers. Their inability to supply

components on time to assembly plants could

affect vehicle production, while many of these

companies provide replacement parts as well as

those needed for vehicle production.

“This is indeed a very worrying time for vehi-

cle retailers, coming so soon after the two-year

hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the flood

damage in KwaZulu-Natal and a time when many

dealerships were just getting back on their feet,”

concluded Dommisse. 

Load shedding putting pressure

on motor vehicle retailers

R10 000 up for grabs in the Automobil Readers

Competition.

e at Automobil value your read-

ership and will be rewarding

one lucky reader with a R10 000

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-

es of that issue of Automobil. Each month,

up until the July issue, you can enter as

many times as you like. The winner will be

drawn randomly on the 31st of July 2023.

To view the first round of

questions, enter and for the Terms

& Conditions of this competition

please click on the links below.

Good luck 

Win big with Automobil magazine

OCTOBER 2022

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

HIGHLIGHTS FROM

AUTOMECHANIKA FRANKFURT

BUILDING TAILORED SOLUTIONS

FOR THE TRANSPORT INDUSTRY

47 YEARS OF CHANGING GEARS

NOVEMBER 2022

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

TEPA: GIVING TYRE DEALERS A VOICE

LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE RMI

TOYOTA 2000GT RESTORED

DECEMBER 2022

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

TRANSFORMATION BEGINS

WITH THE YOUTH OF TODAY

IS THERE A FUTURE FOR

FUEL-CELL VEHICLES?

MOTOR INDUSTRY RECOVERS

DURING THIRD QUARTER

JANUARY 2023

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

A 2023 ECONOMIC

OUTLOOK

LOOKING BACK.

LOOKING AHEAD

STAYING RELEVANT

IN AN EVOLVING

INDUSTRY

BELONGING IS BETTER BUSINESS

Here’s why…

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.

Enter here

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

NEws

NEws

“O

ngoing load shedding and uncer-

tainty of stable power supply is

having a severe and disastrous im-

pact on businesses across South Africa. In the

automotive retail sector, load shedding is putting

a great deal of extra stress on vehicle retailing

and servicing, as well as affecting the viability

of dealerships as they are forced to spend large

amounts of money to install alternative energy

sources as well as fuel for generators,” comment-

ed Mark Dommisse, Chairperson of the National

Automobile Dealers’ Association (NADA).

“If load shedding persists at varying stages of

severity, as has been predicted for at least the next

24 months, dealerships who have not installed

generators or solar backup will experience delays

in completing vehicle purchases and financing,

services and repairs. The motoring public will need

to factor these possible delays into their planning

when booking vehicles in for service or repairs, or

when visiting a dealership to purchase a vehicle.

Backup solutions, which most dealers are tak-

ing or will be forced to take, mean a substantial

amount of unbudgeted investment and, in the

case of generators, significant ongoing fuel and

maintenance costs. Unfortunately, these costs

will, at some stage, need to be passed on to the

already cash strapped consumer while also nega-

tively affecting a dealership’s bottom line.

Dommisse noted that among the effects

of load shedding at dealerships is the inability

to use certain tools and lifts in workshops be-

cause lighter-duty generators do not generate

adequate power to cater for heavy electricity

requirements. This then impacts on the turn-

around time for servicing and repairs.

Constant load shedding and schedule chang-

es on a frequent basis make planning extremely

difficult. Most franchise motor vehicle dealers

have put contingency plans into place to address

the situation when it comes to a reliable supply

of electricity.

Franchised dealers which are supplied by local

manufacturing plants are also concerned about

the supply of new vehicles and replacement parts

as load shedding impacts the automotive manu-

facturing sector. Although vehicle manufacturers

themselves are exempt from load shedding this is

not the case with most of the component manu-

facturers and suppliers. Their inability to supply

components on time to assembly plants could

affect vehicle production, while many of these

companies provide replacement parts as well as

those needed for vehicle production.

“This is indeed a very worrying time for vehi-

cle retailers, coming so soon after the two-year

hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the flood

damage in KwaZulu-Natal and a time when many

dealerships were just getting back on their feet,”

concluded Dommisse. 

Load shedding putting pressure

on motor vehicle retailers

R10 000 up for grabs in the Automobil Readers

Competition.

e at Automobil value your read-

ership and will be rewarding

one lucky reader with a R10 000

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-

es of that issue of Automobil. Each month,

up until the July issue, you can enter as

many times as you like. The winner will be

drawn randomly on the 31st of July 2023.

To view the first round of

questions, enter and for the Terms

& Conditions of this competition

please click on the links below.

Good luck 

Win big with Automobil magazine

OCTOBER 2022

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

HIGHLIGHTS FROM

AUTOMECHANIKA FRANKFURT

BUILDING TAILORED SOLUTIONS

FOR THE TRANSPORT INDUSTRY

47 YEARS OF CHANGING GEARS

NOVEMBER 2022

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

TEPA: GIVING TYRE DEALERS A VOICE

LAYING THE FOUNDATIONS FOR THE RMI

TOYOTA 2000GT RESTORED

DECEMBER 2022

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

TRANSFORMATION BEGINS

WITH THE YOUTH OF TODAY

IS THERE A FUTURE FOR

FUEL-CELL VEHICLES?

MOTOR INDUSTRY RECOVERS

DURING THIRD QUARTER

JANUARY 2023

WWW.AUTOMOBIL.CO.ZA

THE DEEPEST BUSINESS REACH INTO THE SA RETAIL MOTOR INDUSTRY

A 2023 ECONOMIC

OUTLOOK

LOOKING BACK.

LOOKING AHEAD

STAYING RELEVANT

IN AN EVOLVING

INDUSTRY

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

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

news

“D

uring the latter part of 2022, we es-

timated that total sales in respect

of calendar year 2022 could exceed

30 000 new units. It was a pleasant surprise that

the market ended up on 31 374 new units for 2022.

This represents an increase of 18.4% on compara-

tive 2021, which in turn was up 28% on 2020. The

market is now well above pre-COVID sales levels,”

says Arnold Olivier, National Director, AMID (Asso-

ciation of Motorcycle Importers and Distributors).

Small capacity commercial and commuting

motorcycles and scooters grew by 29.6%. This

growth is largely driven by the continuing growth

of e-commerce business. The higher priced

500cc+ leisure segments shrank by 10%, whereas

the leisure segment below 500cc grew by 39%.

Off-road motorcycle sales, which is also a leisure

segment, decreased by 12.3%.

The Quad market declined by 4%. This market

is more affected by stock shortages than is the

case with conventional motorcycles.

Electric two and three wheeled motorcycle

sales accounted for less than 150 units per annum,

yet sales grew by 135%. This is indicative of an ev-

er-increasing interest in EV, however several of the

models registered were homologation samples,

with very little evidence of commercial traction.

“AMID and our importing members remain

positive that the growth pattern will continue

into 2023 and beyond,” concluded Olivier. 

Motorcycle market achieves

excellent growth

n August and September of this year, the auto-

motive industry in South Africa will experience

a compact schedule of highly focused events

over a time span of two weeks, covering four in-

dustry verticals.

Starting off with the Festival of Motoring, pas-

sionate car enthusiasts will once again be able

to get behind the wheel or in the passenger seat

of the latest and greatest vehicles, performance

cars, electric vehicles, regular street cars in a con-

trolled high-speed environment.

Leading car manufacturers will demonstrate

the capabilities of their range of cars on various

tracks including the main circuit of the Kyalami

International Grand Prix Circuit, the self- handling

track and the 4x4 course.

This will be followed by the NAACAM Show

2023, hosted by the City of Tshwane, and organ-

ised by Messe Frankfurt. This premium event,

being held at the Sun Arena Times Square from

30 August to 01 September, is a showcase of the

linkages between various tiers of SA’s automo-

tive component manufacturers and their major

vehicle OEM customers in the autos manufac-

turing value chain. The National Association of

Automotive Component and Allied Manufactur-

ers (NAACAM) is the industry association repre-

senting the interests of the country’s automotive

component manufacturers. The NAACAM Show

will feature the latest in automotive technology

and design, as well as provide a platform for net-

working and business opportunities for industry

professionals.

Following the NAACAM Show, the attention

turns to the automotive aftermarket at Autom-

echanika Johannesburg. Exhibitors from all over

the world as well as local manufacturers and

wholesalers will engage in sales and distribution

agreements for the South African and surround-

ing countries’ aftermarket professionals, secur-

ing the smooth operations of the automotive

parts trade, the workshops and service stations

as well as upskilling the automotive workforce

across the country.

Co-located with Automechanika Johannes-

burg will be Futuroad, which represents the

South African transport and logistics sector. At

Futuroad, leading manufacturers will present

their latest light and heavy trucks, busses, and

transport solutions to ensure the smooth move-

ment of goods and people. 

Four times high for

automotive pioneers

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

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

news

“D

uring the latter part of 2022, we es-

timated that total sales in respect

of calendar year 2022 could exceed

30 000 new units. It was a pleasant surprise that

the market ended up on 31 374 new units for 2022.

This represents an increase of 18.4% on compara-

tive 2021, which in turn was up 28% on 2020. The

market is now well above pre-COVID sales levels,”

says Arnold Olivier, National Director, AMID (Asso-

ciation of Motorcycle Importers and Distributors).

Small capacity commercial and commuting

motorcycles and scooters grew by 29.6%. This

growth is largely driven by the continuing growth

of e-commerce business. The higher priced

500cc+ leisure segments shrank by 10%, whereas

the leisure segment below 500cc grew by 39%.

Off-road motorcycle sales, which is also a leisure

segment, decreased by 12.3%.

The Quad market declined by 4%. This market

is more affected by stock shortages than is the

case with conventional motorcycles.

Electric two and three wheeled motorcycle

sales accounted for less than 150 units per annum,

yet sales grew by 135%. This is indicative of an ev-

er-increasing interest in EV, however several of the

models registered were homologation samples,

with very little evidence of commercial traction.

“AMID and our importing members remain

positive that the growth pattern will continue

into 2023 and beyond,” concluded Olivier. 

Motorcycle market achieves

excellent growth

n August and September of this year, the auto-

motive industry in South Africa will experience

a compact schedule of highly focused events

over a time span of two weeks, covering four in-

dustry verticals.

Starting off with the Festival of Motoring, pas-

sionate car enthusiasts will once again be able

to get behind the wheel or in the passenger seat

of the latest and greatest vehicles, performance

cars, electric vehicles, regular street cars in a con-

trolled high-speed environment.

Leading car manufacturers will demonstrate

the capabilities of their range of cars on various

tracks including the main circuit of the Kyalami

International Grand Prix Circuit, the self- handling

track and the 4x4 course.

This will be followed by the NAACAM Show

2023, hosted by the City of Tshwane, and organ-

ised by Messe Frankfurt. This premium event,

being held at the Sun Arena Times Square from

30 August to 01 September, is a showcase of the

linkages between various tiers of SA’s automo-

tive component manufacturers and their major

vehicle OEM customers in the autos manufac-

turing value chain. The National Association of

Automotive Component and Allied Manufactur-

ers (NAACAM) is the industry association repre-

senting the interests of the country’s automotive

component manufacturers. The NAACAM Show

will feature the latest in automotive technology

and design, as well as provide a platform for net-

working and business opportunities for industry

professionals.

Following the NAACAM Show, the attention

turns to the automotive aftermarket at Autom-

echanika Johannesburg. Exhibitors from all over

the world as well as local manufacturers and

wholesalers will engage in sales and distribution

agreements for the South African and surround-

ing countries’ aftermarket professionals, secur-

ing the smooth operations of the automotive

parts trade, the workshops and service stations

as well as upskilling the automotive workforce

across the country.

Co-located with Automechanika Johannes-

burg will be Futuroad, which represents the

South African transport and logistics sector. At

Futuroad, leading manufacturers will present

their latest light and heavy trucks, busses, and

transport solutions to ensure the smooth move-

ment of goods and people. 

Four times high for

automotive pioneers

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

Riaan Botha

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

Randall Langenhoven: 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

RMI PARTNERS

RMI4Sure 011 669 1214

RMI4Law 0861 668 677

RMI4BEE 066 292 0102

RMI4OHS 072 787 5503

 @AutomobilSA

 Facebook.com/AutomobilSA

 www.rmi.org.za

news

he Chamdor Automotive Hub was officially opened on the 27th of

October 2022. The event was hosted by Gauteng MEC for Econom-

ic Development Tasneem Motara and attended by key stakeholders

from the Gauteng Provincial Government, Mogale Local Municipality and

the Reggio Emilia Municipality.

The Chamdor Hub is a result of the fruitful relationship between the

Gauteng provincial government, Mogale City local municipality, the Munici-

pality of Reggio Emilia, E35 Foundation for international projects and Emilia

Romagna Region. Reggio Emilia is located at the heart of the Motor Valley

in Emilia Romagna, one of the city leaders for the automotive sector. The

event also forms part of the activities planned for the Reggio Emilia mission

to the Gauteng Province. The Mayor of Reggio Emilia Luca Vecchi was in

attendance.

The Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) a subsidiary of

the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency which is an agency for the

Gauteng Department of Economic Development, developed the concept for

an automotive aftermarket hub for Chamdor to address barriers to entry

into the automotive aftermarket sector for SMMEs. The Chamdor Auto-

motive Hub will develop SMMEs to commercial sustainability and to being

recognised as suppliers of competitive automotive aftermarket services in

terms of cost, quality, and delivery.

The event included a tour of the facility by all guests, a formal programme

and a ribbon cutting ceremony.

“We are justifiably proud and pleased to co-host with our local and in-

ternational partners, the official opening of this Chamdor Automotive Hub.

We urge the community and citizens of the Greater Mogale Municipality to

support and protect this asset that is geared towards contributing to shared

prosperity and inclusive growth. We also encourage the local and interna-

tional private sector to come on board to work with the local, provincial

and national government to establish franchises in this Hub and similar oth-

er Hubs, especially those targeted at empowering TISH communities,” said

MEC Tasmeem Motara. 

Bridgestone has been chosen as the sole and exclusive tyre partner for

the new Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, providing All-Terrain and Winter fit-

ments for the world’s first all-terrain super sports car equipped with a V10

engine and all-wheel drive powertrain.

The tyre’s bespoke polymers, patterns, and tyre technologies have been

developed to enhance the all-terrain capabilities of the Huracán Sterrato

and maximise the thrill and fun of driving on and off the asphalt behind the

wheel of this supercar.

The specially developed Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 tyres

are an exclusive fit for the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, and just like the

all-terrain supercar, Bridgestone’s new HRD supercar all-terrain tyre deliv-

ers several unique features. The Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 is the

world’s first-ever supercar all-terrain tyre to feature Run-Flat Technology

(RFT), supporting drivers to continue driving safely even after a puncture –

for 80km at 80km/h with 0-bar pressure. This offers drivers unique peace of

mind when out on roads of all types enjoying this all-terrain supercar.

The bespoke Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 is designed to provide

versatile performance wherever the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato goes,

irrespective of terrain. This way, the innovative tyre delivers enjoyment

through fun and easy driving in all conditions, matching the Lamborghini

Huracán Sterrato’s DNA. 

Bridgestone partners

with Lamborghini

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

Chamdor Automotive Hub

officially opens its doors

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

Riaan Botha

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

Randall Langenhoven: 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

RMI PARTNERS

RMI4Sure 011 669 1214

RMI4Law 0861 668 677

RMI4BEE 066 292 0102

RMI4OHS 072 787 5503

 @AutomobilSA

 Facebook.com/AutomobilSA

 www.rmi.org.za

news

he Chamdor Automotive Hub was officially opened on the 27th of

October 2022. The event was hosted by Gauteng MEC for Econom-

ic Development Tasneem Motara and attended by key stakeholders

from the Gauteng Provincial Government, Mogale Local Municipality and

the Reggio Emilia Municipality.

The Chamdor Hub is a result of the fruitful relationship between the

Gauteng provincial government, Mogale City local municipality, the Munici-

pality of Reggio Emilia, E35 Foundation for international projects and Emilia

Romagna Region. Reggio Emilia is located at the heart of the Motor Valley

in Emilia Romagna, one of the city leaders for the automotive sector. The

event also forms part of the activities planned for the Reggio Emilia mission

to the Gauteng Province. The Mayor of Reggio Emilia Luca Vecchi was in

attendance.

The Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) a subsidiary of

the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency which is an agency for the

Gauteng Department of Economic Development, developed the concept for

an automotive aftermarket hub for Chamdor to address barriers to entry

into the automotive aftermarket sector for SMMEs. The Chamdor Auto-

motive Hub will develop SMMEs to commercial sustainability and to being

recognised as suppliers of competitive automotive aftermarket services in

terms of cost, quality, and delivery.

The event included a tour of the facility by all guests, a formal programme

and a ribbon cutting ceremony.

“We are justifiably proud and pleased to co-host with our local and in-

ternational partners, the official opening of this Chamdor Automotive Hub.

We urge the community and citizens of the Greater Mogale Municipality to

support and protect this asset that is geared towards contributing to shared

prosperity and inclusive growth. We also encourage the local and interna-

tional private sector to come on board to work with the local, provincial

and national government to establish franchises in this Hub and similar oth-

er Hubs, especially those targeted at empowering TISH communities,” said

MEC Tasmeem Motara. 

Bridgestone has been chosen as the sole and exclusive tyre partner for

the new Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, providing All-Terrain and Winter fit-

ments for the world’s first all-terrain super sports car equipped with a V10

engine and all-wheel drive powertrain.

The tyre’s bespoke polymers, patterns, and tyre technologies have been

developed to enhance the all-terrain capabilities of the Huracán Sterrato

and maximise the thrill and fun of driving on and off the asphalt behind the

wheel of this supercar.

The specially developed Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 tyres

are an exclusive fit for the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, and just like the

all-terrain supercar, Bridgestone’s new HRD supercar all-terrain tyre deliv-

ers several unique features. The Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 is the

world’s first-ever supercar all-terrain tyre to feature Run-Flat Technology

(RFT), supporting drivers to continue driving safely even after a puncture –

for 80km at 80km/h with 0-bar pressure. This offers drivers unique peace of

mind when out on roads of all types enjoying this all-terrain supercar.

The bespoke Bridgestone Dueler All-Terrain AT002 is designed to provide

versatile performance wherever the Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato goes,

irrespective of terrain. This way, the innovative tyre delivers enjoyment

through fun and easy driving in all conditions, matching the Lamborghini

Huracán Sterrato’s DNA. 

Bridgestone partners

with Lamborghini

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

Chamdor Automotive Hub

officially opens its doors

10

www.automobil.co.za

February 2023

news

t’s now widely recognised that software holds

the key to building brand loyalty and product

differentiation in an electrified world where

vehicles are increasingly built from commodity

components.

In a fascinating presentation, Agustin Alman-

si, VNC Automotive’s Sales Engineering Director,

outlined how the industry is changing, the chal-

lenges that are still to be resolved, and offers in-

sight into how open software and standards can

help automotive manufacturers.

In the past, car makers distinguished them-

selves through their hardware, whether that was

the performance of their engines, the design of

the body, or even their careful selection of ma-

terials. But with the development of fully electric

vehicles, key components such as motors and

batteries have become commoditised, reducing

opportunities for manufacturers to differentiate

their offerings while simultaneously levelling the

playing field and removing barriers to entry for

new competitors.

Established automotive players have had to

quickly ramp-up their own in-house develop-

ment capability, while also pivoting away from

the largely low-level software of the past to a

more connected ecosystem that draws inspira-

tion from smartphones and the gaming industry.

“Younger generations are now basing their

buying decisions not just on a car’s physical at-

tributes, but also on how easy it is to connect

their smartphone, whether it allows them to use

their Apple Music account, and so on. As a re-

sult, vehicle OEMs are now more focused on the

functionality of the user experience, and that’s

forced them to start using software to differenti-

ate themselves from their competitors,” outlined

Almansi.

Almansi explains how much of this work

has been built on open-source software and

open standards, aiding interoperability and

supporting its adoption. In a world where cus-

tomers are more demanding than ever before,

increasingly expecting features such as remote

preconditioning and regular over-the-air up-

dates, crafting an intuitive user experience

with smooth graphical interfaces has become

paramount.

The presentation also looks to the future, and

how subscription services can offer flexibility

to the customer while also motivating OEMs to

ensure paid-for features are kept up to date and

constantly improved after launch.

The Evolving Software Landscape in Auto-

motive and How Open Source Can Foster Con-

tinuous Innovation presentation is available to

watch here. 

Software the new differentiator

uro NCAP has announced the winners from

2022, the safety organisation’s busiest-ever

year. These are the cars that achieved the

highest overall scores, based on their results for

Adult Occupant Protection, Child Occupant Pro-

tection, Vulnerable User Protection and Safety

Assist technologies. For the very first time, this

list includes two cars from Tesla and two Chinese

newcomers to the European market. These re-

sults underline the importance of the Euro NCAP

five-star rating for establishing safety, credibility,

and quality in the European market for vehicle

manufacturers in Europe, but also beyond Eu-

rope’s borders.

The Hyundai IONIQ 6 wins the best-in-

class award in the Large Family Car category,

the ORA Funky Cat in the Small Family Car

Category, Tesla Model S in the Executive

Car category, Tesla Model Y in the Small

Off-Roader category and finally WEY Cof-

fee 01 in the Large Off-Roader category.

2022 was notable for the number of

new Chinese brands coming to Europe

and achieving great results. Following

some less-than-successful attempts to

break into the European market in the

past, several manufacturers are showing

that Chinese brands can now compete

on safety with well-established European

brands.

Tesla has made a huge impact on the

European car market due to its design and

ethos. The company has also been deter-

mined to make a name for its brand in safe-

ty performance. Tesla Model S and Tesla

Model Y are both high achievers in Adult

Occupant Protection and both vehicles

achieved the highest score of 98% in

Safety Assist of all the vehicles in this

list. Tesla Model S is also the best-in-class

achiever in the Pure Electric category.

“2022 has been one of Euro NCAP’s

busiest years yet and we have seen a lot of

new car makers and new technologies. A good

Euro NCAP rating is seen by car manufacturers as

critical to success in Europe. This can only mean

better safety equipment and safer cars for Euro-

pean consumers all round,” Michiel van Ratingen,

Euro NCAP’s Secretary General. 

Euro NCAP announces 2022 winners

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