There is some good news for car sales dealerships after the trade industry and competition department published a government gazette allowing the motor industry to start selling vehicles again.
EWN reports the department gave precise directions regarding the sale of cars and emergency automobile repairs during level 4 of the national lockdown.
Under the lockdown regulations, the industry was brought to a complete standstill for almost two months to stop the spread of COVID-19.
According to the directions in the government gazette, car sales must be done telephonically or online while only 30% of staff at dealerships are allowed to return to work.
EWN also reports that from 26 May, motor dealerships can resume operations with 60% of staff and attend to a limited number of customers on its premises following extreme hygiene protocols and social distancing.
From 8 June car outlets can operate at full capacity, while road worthy assessment and testing centres will now also be opened to assist the motor industry.
Faizel Patel
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