# Motus Layoffs Spark Union Outcry

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-06-18T18:39:37+00:00
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Sixty-seven Motus Group employees laid off despite record-breaking South African car sales—union blasts company for ignoring alternatives and exploiting labor laws, while Motus defends cuts as necessary market adjustments. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2446b3cbd3829c0a

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