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
news
www.automobil.co.za
December 2022
Any fond memories that will
stay with you forever?
I cherish the good relationships that I have had
with colleagues I have worked with over the years
and building a working relationship with many
members of the motor industry.
What has been the biggest change that you
have witnessed during your 40 years at
the RMI?
The centralisation of the RMI and the transfor-
mation that has taken place in the motor indus-
try. In recent years the RMI has given all employ-
ees the opportunity to study and improve their
careers at the RMI. In my honest opinion, when
Jakkie took over, everything at the RMI changed
for the better.
What are your plans for the future
and retirement?
I would like to travel in future. Once I retire I look
forward to doing flower arrangements and sim-
ply enjoying my retirement.
Staying in one job for such a long period of
time is not something that many people do,
how have you achieved that?
By the grace of God I have achieved this mile-
stone. Also by being consistent, committed in my
work and loyal to the company.
pies Hecker has introduced its new Perma-
cron Matt Clear System, comprising two
products: Permacron Matt System Clear
Coat 8185 and Permacron Semi-Gloss System
Clear Coat 8170. Formulated specifically for use
as part of the Permahyd 280/285 Base Coat and
Permahyd Hi-TEC Base Coat 480 Systems, as
well as Permacron Base Coat 293/295 or orig-
inal paintwork, these mix together to deliver
high-quality OEM matt finishes, of all gloss levels,
more quickly and easily than ever before.
The innovative products utilise significantly
smaller matt pigment technology, which produce
a much less grey or milky appearance ensuring
a homogenous, uniform appearance, with no
patchiness.
Refinishers can identify the right matt colour
formula every time with the Colour Dialog Phoe-
nix spectrophotometer, as well as retrieving the
corresponding gloss level for their specific colour
formula very rapidly and straightforwardly with
advanced Phoenix digital colour management
software.
The Permacron Matt Clear System has been
designed to benefit multiple users. Refinishers
who regularly work with matt finishes, as well
as bodyshops looking for a simple, easy to use,
wide range of gloss level options without having
to carry too much additional stock. What’s more,
Permacron Matt System Clear Coat 8185 and
Permacron Semi-Gloss System Clear Coat 8170
can be used on all types of repair and they of-
fer up to 35% shorter drying times than existing
competitor solutions, helping bodyshops to save
energy.
For more information, please visit
www.spieshecker.co.za/matt-clear
his month sees Phelecia Chanyan, a RMI re-
ceptionist in the Eastern Cape celebrate 40
years with the organisation. Automobil sits
down with this loyal staff member.
What have been some of the highlights of
your 40-year career?
Being promoted from filing clerk to bookkeeper
and then to personal assistant and my current
position as receptionist and admin assistant.
The preparation and assistance around AGM’s
for the Eastern Cape and Border regions and
serving the members to the best of my ability
also stand out as highlights. I was privileged to be
with the RMI when the organisation celebrated
its 100 year milestone.
What positions have you held at the RMI
during these 40 years?
Filing Clerk, Bookkeeper, Admin Assistant, PA to
the manager and Receptionist.
Celebrating 40 years
with the RMI
Spies Hecker simplifies matt finishes