Also, the sale of new and used bakkies, trucks, buses, motorcycles, caravans, trailers and even agricultural equipment is allowed
Nine days after being allowed to return to work under the easing of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, motor dealers have finally been told the rules under which they may operate.
National Automobile Dealers Association chair Mark Dommisse said on Wednesday morning: “This is a big relief. There are still big challenges ahead but by making these changes now, government has given us the chance to limit the employment effects of this lockdown. There will still be job losses but they could have reached devastating proportions if restrictions had continued much longer.”
From May 25, up to 60% of staff will be allowed on site and customers will be allowed to collect their vehicles from dealers — though online sales and home delivery are still advised. Dealerships have previously been carrying out repairs on emergency vehicles and the vehicles of people performing essential services. Now, they may also conduct routine servicing of vehicles governed by manufacturer warranties. However, minor scratches and dents, as well as “cosmetic enhancements”, are off-limits.
Sisa Mbangxa, founder and chair of the African Panel Beaters and Motor Mechanics Association, which represents mostly informal backyard mechanics and repairers, said they were also returning to work.
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