
Scrapping of VAT increase, widely welcomed
The National Treasury’s announcement on the scrapping of the proposed increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT) has been widely welcomed.
- Industry News
- 24 April 2025
Improving gross profit in a motor vehicle workshop involves a combination of effective management practices, operational efficiencies, customer engagement and strategic marketing.
Some pointers for you to consider to help you maximise your workshop's gross profit:
By implementing these strategies, a motor vehicle workshop can position itself for better gross profits, improved customer satisfaction and sustained business growth. Each strategy may require customisation to fit your specific business context and market, so consider pilots or phased approaches as necessary.
Inefficiency in a dealership is often not that obvious and that is why it is difficult to identify and address.
In the face of a shifting premium automotive market, Audi South Africa is also currently re-aligning its retail operations according to the new reality where the premium vehicle sector has contracted to nearly a third of its size compared to a decade ago, with 2024 marking the lowest level yet.
The commercial vehicle industry has seen a complete shift in the market over the past year. Despite challenging market conditions, Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA), along with its dealers and general distributors, successfully navigated the landscape to deliver great results, it says.