# Caught in Neutral, Vol. 1

By **Alex Mohubetswane Mashilo**

- ISBN-13: 9781997461142
- Publisher: Wits University Press
- Format: Paperback
- Pages: 244
- Published: 1 Aug 2026
- Language: en
- Categories: Transportation, Industries, Business & Money, Automotive, Human Resources

## About this book

Caught in Neutral is a detailed analysis of the South African automotive industry and its role within global production networks. This business and money volume examines the complexities of transportation and industrial policies, offering a critical look at the systemic inconsistencies affecting the sector. As volume 1 of this study, the text provides a scholarly perspective on how automotive industries operate on a global scale.

The book focuses on human resources and labor conditions, emphasizing the agency of workers in striving for equity. It explores the necessity of a just transition toward electric vehicles to ensure sustainable growth. By blending industry insights with socioeconomic critique, Caught in Neutral serves as a comprehensive resource for those studying the automotive and industrial categories of the South African economy.

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