#TheTakeOffInterview| The Competition Commission recently set up new guidelines for the automotive industry in the aim to promote more competition in areas such as manufacturing, repairs, insurance and financing.
One of the big changes will be that car owners will no longer have to use dealership service centers and parts departments to keep their service plans and guarantees in place.
Four main benefits for South African Motorists:
Freedom to shop around
Freedom of choice during the warranty period
Motor manufacturers will also be compelled to provide technical information on their vehicle brand ’s specifications to independent workshops.
Insurance work
Guest: Motsaka Ledwaba, MD of LAR-TECH
A Midrand based auto repair body shop LAR-TECH was established in 2013 and specializes in factory approved brands such Toyota, Opel, Chevrolet, Subaru, Mitsubishi, GWM, Suzuki, Haval,Renault, Ford, Honda and Mazda.
The company is a member of the Motor Industry Bargaining Council, the South African Motor Body Repairs Association and the Retail Motor Industry Organization.
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