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Pittsburgh Paints Co. is gearing up to launch a series of products for the spring and summer season, specifically targeted to Pro customers. Paint & Decorating Retailer talked with Pittsburgh Paints Co. president and general manager of commercial, Dennis Karnstein, about the upcoming products and how they were formulated with input from Pros along with updates …
With its characterful design, high level of standard specification, and all-electric performance, the 03T marks the next step in South Africa’s growing new-energy vehicle segment. The iCAUR 03T launches locally as a fully electric SUV offered in two trims: 2WD and AWD. The 2WD delivers 135 kW and a 431 km NEDC-estimated range, while the …
Cars get damaged. Whether it’s an accident, a flooded engine, hail damage, or just years of wear that have left the vehicle in a sorry state, many South Africans end up with a car they no longer want and cannot sell easily. The good news is there are buyers out there who specialise in this …
As establishment of IPT infrastructure gains momentum increased private participation in transmission infrastructure leads to grid expansion. Read More at ESI Africa
Painter’s Tape (SPONSORED) ScotchBlue™ PROSharp™ Painter’s Tape provides the sharpest paint lines yet, thanks to Edge-Lock™+ technology. Designed to handle both indoor and outdoor projects, it provides two times better hold than the original Edge-Lock™ technology, sealing out paint to leave consistently sharp lines across multiple paint types and finishes. 3M | scotchblue.com The post …
For the past 60 years, the Retailers’ Choice Awards, presented by the North American Hardware and Paint Association, have highlighted the best products on display during the Spring show season. The Retailers’ Choice Awards differ from most award programs as the judges’ panel is exclusively independent home improvement and paint and decorating retailers who know …
The Home Improvement Research Institute (HIRI) recently released its Canadian Size of the Home Improvement Products Market Forecast for April 2026, detailing estimates and forecasts of the market for home improvement products in Canada. HIRI outlook for April affirms March’s real GDP growth prediction of 1.3% in 2026. The total Canadian home improvement market is …
When painting a room, it’s easy for consumers to focus on paint colors and applicators, but paint cleanup products are just as important to the entire painting process. Paint & Decorating Retailer recommends stocking these products to fully prepare customers to take on a painting project and achieve the best results. The Countertop Protection Film …
For many South Africans living and working in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha or Riyadh, earning in the Gulf can feel transformative. Salaries arrive with no PAYE deductions, no UIF, and in most Gulf Cooperation Council countries, no personal income tax at all. After years of watching a large portion of each payslip disappear before it …
Anyone who has owned a car for more than a few years knows the moment when something major breaks. The bill from the dealership lands on the table and the air leaves the room. Buying brand new parts at full retail prices makes the maths impossible on plenty of repair jobs. The smart move for …
There’s a moment that every car owner dreads. The car coughs, the dashboard lights up like a Christmas tree, and the mechanic comes back with a long face. The engine is gone. Or it might as well be. Repairing it would cost more than the car is worth. The next conversation always lands in the …
Enlit Africa 2026 is taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 19 to 21 May Read More at ESI Africa
Enlit Africa: SA must not focus on being a follower, while it can be the leader in data centre building and hosting. Read More at ESI Africa
Diamond Vogel recently announced the sale of select architectural paint store locations to Ewert Supply. Grace Matthews advised Diamond Vogel on the transaction. Diamond Vogel is implementing a strategic transformation in its approach to the architectural coatings market. As part of this shift, the company is divesting its company-owned retail stores that primarily serve painting …
Opinion by Robin van Rensburg, Managing Director of The Nexus Collective With petrol at R26.63 a litre in Gauteng and diesel up R6.19/l from 7 May 2026, the total cost of owning a car has never looked more punishing. For many South Africans, switching to a two-wheeler could be the smartest financial move of 2026. …
New article breaks down the five things South African double cab buyers need to know before shortlisting Changan’s PSA-engineered bakkie. SOUTH AFRICA — Top Chinese Car Brands has published a detailed buyer’s guide to the Changan Hunter turbo diesel, covering the five areas that matter most to South African double cab shoppers evaluating this newer …
New article puts South Africa’s four biggest Chinese car brands head-to-head on warranty, dealer network, model range, resale value and after-sales support. SOUTH AFRICA — Top Chinese Car Brands has published a brand-level comparison of Changan, Haval, Chery and GWM, designed to help South African buyers decide not just which model to buy, but which …
New article explains who owns Changan, how the brand evolved from a 19th-century weapons factory, and what the ownership structure means for South African buyers. SOUTH AFRICA — Top Chinese Car Brands has published a comprehensive guide to Changan’s ownership history, answering one of the most common questions South African car buyers ask when encountering …
New article puts the Changan CS75 Pro, Haval H6 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro side by side on specs, warranty, running costs and real-world suitability. SOUTH AFRICA — Top Chinese Car Brands has published a comprehensive three-way comparison of the Changan CS75 Pro, the Haval H6 and the Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. It’s aimed at …
New article helps South African family buyers decide whether the CS75 Pro’s third row is worth the step up. SOUTH AFRICA — Top Chinese Car Brands has published a detailed comparison of the Changan CS75 Pro in its five-seat and seven-seat configurations, addressing one of the most common questions facing midsize SUV buyers in South …
South Africa’s automotive and digital commerce sectors are set to welcome a new era of vehicle buying and selling with the upcoming launch of AutomotiveHub, an innovative online vehicle marketplace strategically positioned to become the country’s leading digital automotive sales hub. While the official launch date will be announced at a later stage, AutomotiveHub is …
Pretoria-based waterproofing specialist addresses two renovation decisions that commonly lead to expensive rework across residential properties in Gauteng. PRETORIA, GAUTENG — TT Waterproofing has published two new guides designed to help homeowners avoid the kind of renovation mistakes that look fine at completion but create serious problems within a few years. Both articles address decisions …
Independent Pretoria workshop breaks down how RMI membership, MIWA star grading, and recent competition guidelines affect where South African motorists can service their vehicles. PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA — Pretoria Service Centre has published a new article examining what workshop accreditation involves in practice and why it should factor into every vehicle owner’s choice of service …
Pretoria’s independently verified 5-star workshop helps motorists make smarter decisions about where they service and when to act on clutch problems. PRETORIA, South Africa — Moreleta Service Centre has released two new articles addressing a pair of decisions most car owners face without enough information: how to tell whether a workshop actually meets professional Industry …