Automotive industry
Master plans not helping transform automotive & poultry sectors
While the Automotive Masterplan was signed in 2018, there were still some hindrances concerning policy adaptation.
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Ramaphosa: Tshwane Automotive SEZ will create jobs, enhance exports
President Cyril Ramaphosa visited the Tshwane Automotive special economic zone in Silverton on 2 February 2021 for an inspection. During his visit it was also announced that Ford will invest R15.8 billion into South Africa. Ramaphosa said the partnership with Ford would not only create jobs, but also improve the country’s manufacturing and export capacity.
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You can now service your car anywhere and keep the warranty
The Competition Commission wants to put an end to motorists being forced to have their in-warranty cars serviced or repaired only at the manufacturer’s approved service dealerships.
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Numsa: Automotive sector wage negotiations could stall over back pay
Numsa said this was due to a refusal by employers’ organisations to accept a precondition that workers should be back paid should negotiations be prolonged.
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[ANALYSIS] Artificial intelligence will drive future of automotive industry
Audi’s Trevor Hill says future growth will no longer occur in the traditional car business, but will shift to the use of mobility products and services.
