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Featured in Issue 6 2026

New Scania Super targets lower fuel consumption and higher uptime

As South African transport operators grapple with rising fuel costs, operational efficiency has become more critical than ever. The new Scania Super powertrain has been engineered to address these challenges.

SAPICS recognises role of Truck Test in supply chain efficiency

South Africaโ€™s logistics sector faces mounting pressure to improve efficiency, reduce costs and lower emissions โ€“ making objective, data-driven truck performance testing more important to fleet operators than ever before. This is why SAPICS, the Professional Body for Supply Chain Management, has officially endorsed Truck Test 2026.

Shifting gears: insights from the RFA Convention

South Africaโ€™s road freight industry is navigating rising costs, political uncertainty, labour tensions and rapid technological change. JULIA TEW attended the 2026 RFA Convention and she reports that while the industry is under immense pressure, it is also actively searching for new solutions, stronger partnerships and opportunities for long-term transformation.

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LCV Sales

Domestic sales of new light commercial vehicles (bakkies and minibuses) โ€“ at 13,171 units during June 2026 โ€“ recorded a gain of 1,016 units, or +8,4% compared to the 12,155 units sold in June 2025.

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MCV Sales

Medium commercial vehicle sales โ€“ at 647 units in June 2026 โ€“ recorded a 0,6% increase compared to the 643 units sold in June 2025.

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HCV Sales

Sales of heavy trucks and buses โ€“ at 2,271 units in June 2026 โ€“ reflected a 15,9% increase compared to the 1,960 units sold in June 2025.

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