Author:focus-on-transport

Transport Month is “like a car without wheels” October 16, 2023 The observance of Transport Month in South Africa in October again highlights government’s fractured, piecemeal approach to transport issues in the country, says the Automobile Association (AA). The association adds that while Transport Month has been launched with a bang, there appears to have been little or no progress in improving road infrastructure, or when it comes to the daily mobility crisis faced by millions of South Africans. The […]

One-on-one with Richard Fourie October 13, 2023 Tyres represent a substantial cost to transport operators. How does Goodyear support those operators and what solutions does it offer? These were amongst the questions we placed to Richard Fourie, managing director of Goodyear South Africa. Goodyear has been producing tyres in South Africa for many decades and, judging by Fourie’s feedback, is set to serve local transport companies for many more decades in the future. How does Goodyear view its role in […]

Transport planning needs to be integrated and sustainable October 10, 2023 It is Transport Month! What are the most important priorities for the transport sector – not only this month but also looking to the future? South Africa’s transport sector contributes 8 to 10% on average of our total greenhouse gas (GHG)emissions. This soars to 40% in urban areas, while 60% of road trips are made in private vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. Road transport is the main source […]

Landmark moment as Scania starts battery assembly October 9, 2023 The transport industry is changing, with more and more electric trucks hitting the road. In line with this trend, Scania has inaugurated its battery assembly plant at its headquarters in Södertälje, Sweden. The start of operations at the new plant enables the serial production of heavy-duty premium electric vehicles. Christian Levin, president and CEO of Scania and the Traton Group, is extremely proud of everyone at the company who has […]

Telematics, data, and analytics drive SME success October 9, 2023 Small- and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) can now harness the power of telematics, tracking, and data analytics to drive business efficiencies, competitiveness, and customer experiences, with technology pushing the evolution of how business is done across all industries. SMEs often don’t have the luxury to employ a dedicated fleet controller, with owners or staff managers fulfilling various roles. This leaves little time to focus on the technicalities of fleet tracking, asset […]

Used cooking oils power BMW Group logistics August 22, 2023 The future has already hit the Autobahn. Four trucks operated by logistics provider Guggemos travel several times a day between BMW’s plant in Munich and Landau an der Isar, about 120 km to the northeast. Green stickers proclaim their eco-credentials: “Ich tanke HVO100, um CO2 – Emissionen zu senken” (“I tank with HVO100 to save CO2 emissions”). Delivering supplies just in time from Landau to the plant in Munich, the trucks have […]

Tantalising tech tools  August 21, 2023 The logistics and warehousing sectors have not been left behind in the technology boom of the last decade, with robots and artificial intelligence on the rise. Modern warehouses are being compelled to give some serious thought to using robotics, due to technological improvements and a more competitive business environment. This has been highlighted by leading international market research company ResearchAndMarkets.com. “Robots for warehouses are no longer just nice-to-have extras; they are now essential to […]

Is your fleet securely managed? August 21, 2023 Digitalisation has revolutionised the fleet management industry and opened various doors in this sector. Unfortunately, not every connection is positive; without sufficient cybersecurity, fleets may be left exposed to nefarious parties or malware. Telematics generates a multitude of data, including detailed vehicle, driver, and operational histories. “This data type is beneficial within an organisation for controlling fuel and maintenance costs, increasing productivity and safety, and minimising risk. Using telematics for collision reconstruction […]

Ukraine war impacts AdBlue availability August 21, 2023 The impact of Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine is well-known, with thousands fleeing the country and innocent people being murdered. There are also other lesser known effects, including a potential AdBlue shortage. Produced in the same plants as fertilisers, AdBlue is essential for a functioning transport sector and for cleaning the air we breathe. Now Yara, one of the world’s largest producers of AdBlue, has raised the concern that the war could […]