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SAMBRA calls for wider insurer action as fuel pressure continues to strain repair sector

25 June 2026

The South African Motor Body Repairers’ Association (SAMBRA) is urging broader and more consistent action from insurers as ongoing fuel price volatility continues to place sustained pressure on the motor body repair (MBR) sector, with only partial and uneven implementation of relief measures across the industry.

South Africa’s evolving vehicle parc is reshaping repair complexity across the aftermarket

23 June 2026

South Africa’s vehicle parc is no longer defined simply by its size or age profile, but by a rapidly deepening level of technical complexity that is fundamentally reshaping the motor body repair environment.

South Africans bought 23% less fuel in May as fuel price pressure continues

28 May 2026

New Discovery Insure data shows that motorists filled up less and made fewer trips in May as high fuel prices continue to change how they travel and commute – with diesel drivers cutting back the most.

Value-Added Products Strengthen the Entire Dealership Ecosystem

21 May 2026

Speaking at this year’s F&I Summit, industry expert and Motorvaps: Executive Head of Sales and Distribution, Francisco Gaie, highlighted the growing importance of Value-Added Products in strengthening dealership sustainability, customer trust, and long-term profitability in an increasingly pressured motor retail environment.

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19 May 2026

Rising complexity reshapes South Africa’s motor body repair landscape

05 May 2026

Fast cars, denied claims: South Africa’s insurance penalty for speed

04 May 2026

Think you can fix it later? Think again

28 April 2026

Long weekends, lasting consequences not worth the risk

21 April 2026

Bridging the gap in vehicle damage assessment gains industry momentum

20 April 2026

The legal duty of care in commuter transport

17 April 2026

SAMBRA welcomes insurer concessions as fuel hikes add pressure to repair sector

15 April 2026

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