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Is the semiconductor shortage affecting vehicle pricing? Industry experts share their insights

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A shortage of semiconductor chips, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, has seen a surge in used and new car prices. BizNews Motoring correspondent Jarryd Neves spoke to two industry leaders; Bidvest Automotive CEO Steve Keys and WeBuyCars co-founder, Dirk van der Walt, to gain insights into this global phenomenon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

14 Oct 2021 8AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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