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Featured in Issue 7 2026

experienced technical director appointed for Truck Test 2026

Truck Test 2026 has strengthened its technical credibility with the appointment of Jayesh โ€œTinyโ€ Daya as technical director of Africaโ€™s largest truck test.

BAKKIE ACCESSORIES: FROM OPTIONAL EXTRA TO OPERATING NECESSITY

South Africa is bakkie country, where vehicles such as the new Toyota Hilux command loyal followings because they are durable, reliable and hard-working. But even the toughest bakkies benefit from proper protection and preparation.

Shacman stakes its claim in South Africa

From a โ€œstaplerless start-upโ€ to an 800-truck sales contender, Shacman Africa is forcing South Africaโ€™s established manufacturers to reckon with a fast-growing, locally owned Chinese challenger with serious continental ambitions. CHARLEEN CLARKE paid the company a visit.

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LCV Sales

Domestic sales of new light commercial vehicles (bakkies and minibuses) โ€“ 13,710 units during July 2026 โ€“ recorded an increase of 1,309 units, or +10,6% compared to the 12,401 units sold in July 2025.

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MCV Sales

Medium commercial vehicle sales increased by 137 units in July 2026 to 843, an increase of 19,4% compared to the 706 units sold in July 2025. This was the strongest month for medium commercial sales since March 2023.

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HCV Sales

A total of 2,243 heavy commercial vehicles (trucks and buses) were told in July 2026. This was an increase of 146 units, or +7,0% compared to the 2,097 units sold in July 2025.

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