Author:focus-on-transport
Transporting people in a goods compartment May 29, 2024 It’s something we see daily in South Africa: people on the back of bakkies and trucks. But is it legal to convey people in a goods compartment on a public road? According to the Road Freight Association (RFA), a goods compartment is not defined in the National Road Traffic Act, Act 93 of 1996. As such, the ordinary meaning of the word applies – in the context of road vehicles this […]
Sitrak on the rise Down Under May 31, 2024 Sinotruk recently held a well-received launch of its new Sitrak trucks in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, gathering existing and new customers from the trucking, logistics, and construction sectors, as well as various partners and media guests. As one of the leading heavy-duty truck markets in the Asia-Pacific region, Australia is an important emerging market for Sinotruk. Like South Africa, the country is known for its rugged conditions that can pose […]
How Premium Finance Unlocks Value for HCV Clients June 4, 2024 Premium finance offers a number of significant benefits to brokers and their heavy commercial vehicle (HCV) clients amidst the rising challenges in South Africa’s fleet and logistics sector. That’s according to Sachin Govender, managing director of Fulcrum Premium Finance. HCV Nightmare The risks associated with owning and operating trucks in South Africa and neighbouring nations are formidable, with an alarming increase in truck hijackings and civil unrest-related incidents. Govender […]
MAN Kimberley is 2023 Dealer of the Year June 5, 2024 MAN Truck and Bus Kimberley has been named 2023 Dealer of the Year. The announcement was made at MAN Automotive’s recent annual Dealer of the Year awards ceremony. The event, which took place in Johannesburg on 16 May 2024, recognised and celebrated the outstanding performance of MAN Automotive employees and partners last year. They were joined by numerous dignitaries and stakeholders at the prestigious black-tie event. Guests came from […]
Unpacking SA’s ports and logistics crises June 18, 2024 The leading event in Africa for supply chain professionals, the 46th annual SAPICS Conference, was held in Cape Town this month. This year’s event saw more than 750 supply chain managers from 30 countries across Africa and the rest of the world meet to explore this increasingly important profession’s current challenges and opportunities, and to learn and share knowledge. According to The Professional Body for Supply Chain Management (SAPICS), which has […]
Caltex Delo paves the way for heavy-duty synthetics June 14, 2024 When formulated with high performance additives, synthetic oils deliver on performance, while also offering lower emissions. As fuel prices rise, delivery deadlines tighten, and truck drivers become scarce, fleet operators are seeking ways to streamline operations and reduce costs. This means more than just focusing on the initial purchase price of the truck, requiring instead a reduction of the total cost of vehicle ownership. Fleet operators want improved durability […]
The real deal June 13, 2024 Women are an increasingly transformative force in our transport and logistics industry. One such example is Marle Visagie, general manager: dealer development at UD Trucks Southern Africa (UDTSA). An industry stalwart, Visagie has seen industry attitudes evolve firsthand. ROWAN WATT-PRINGLE spoke to her about how UDTSA empowers women across its dealerships. Tell us about your role and journey to get here. How did you navigate challenges in a male-dominated industry? As general manager: dealer […]
Six trends shaping fleet management June 6, 2024 The world of fleet management is evolving faster than ever, and technology and sustainability are reshaping the way companies manage fleets. From predictive maintenance to data analytics, the latest trends are driving efficiency and cost-effectiveness in the industry. According to the fleet management experts at Tramigo, six major trends are impacting the transport industry. Trend 1: Predictive Maintenance – A Game Changer in Fleet Efficiency Predictive maintenance is a transformative trend in […]
Tech race in truck and bus tyres June 5, 2024 Premium tyre makers are in a technology race to provide ever -increasing road performance using more sustainable materials and with a smaller carbon footprint throughout the whole value chain, from materials to tyre disposal. There are three key areas of innovation which make it possible to produce tyres that have better road performance as well as consistency of performance from the first to last millimetre of tread wear: artificial intelligence […]
Cease Fire! June 6, 2024 Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks has lifted the lid on a go-anywhere Unimog fire truck, which features a body built by Rosenbauer, the Austrian company synonymous with fire-fighting equipment. First seen at RETTmobil – the European exhibition for rescue and mobility which took place last month in Germany – the vehicle is designed for operations in particularly difficult terrain, such as forest and vegetation fires or flood and rescue operations. The all-terrain Unimog U 5023 offers a […]
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