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Tata Group didn’t start out as a vehicle-manufacturing company. However, this is perhaps what it’s best known for in South Africa. It has also done some fantastic things for trucking in its native country, India, learns GAVIN MYERS. Iron and steel, hotels, hydroelectric power, locomotives, trucks, cars, aviation, information technology, insurance, chemicals, beverages, and telecoms are just some of the industries the Tata Group has entered into since its inception by Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata in 1868. A 29-year-old entrepreneur and […]
Yesterday, FOCUS was at the Electronic Toll Collection’s (ETC’s) central operations centre for a presentation by CEO Connie Vermaak. The ETC was established in 2010 and contracted to provide the technology and toll-collection services needed on Gauteng’s improved freeways. Vermaak said: “We have given up trying to convince people to pay their e-toll bills; instead we are trying to tell them part of the story that hasn’t been heard. We understand that, although Sanral complied with legislation, the need to […]
Iveco Bus has unveiled the next step in its alternative-drive programme for buses, having launched its Crossway Natural Power at Autocar Expo, in Lyon, France. Completing the European Crossway range, the Crossway Natural Power is powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), but conserves the features that have ensured the diesel version’s success – autonomy, passenger capacity and hold volume. Importantly, it also maintains the same height and an equivalent operating cost. Equipped with the latest-generation, 265 kW Iveco Cursor-9 NP […]
In issue 9 of FOCUS we detailed the eThekwini Municipality’s Moja Cruise minibus-taxi incentive programme – which, on Monday October 29, went live with a parade of 150 branded minibus taxis through the city centre. Since 2009, the municipality has been engaging with the leadership of the minibus-taxi and bus industries in an endeavour to bring these public-transport operators into a cohesive operation to provide safe, efficient and reliable transport. The aim has been to ensure that they continue to […]
Having garnered legions of loyal fans over 40 years and six generations, the Isuzu bakkie has undergone some revisions and updates – the most significant of which may well be the simplest… That would be a change of name, from KB to D-Max; as the model is known in international markets. According to Isuzu, the name D-Max originated in Thailand, with the “D” originally referring to the 2000 model year Isuzu bakkie, which boasted the flush “Dragon Eyes” headlamp […]
According to Container Intermodal Trading (CIT), public awareness about the benefits of renting a container for various uses, for both businesses and individuals, has increased recently. However, there are some things to be aware of prior to contacting a reputable container company, suggests Kashief Schroeder, co-founder and director of CIT. He notes the following: Specify the intent for the container(s) First, provide a comprehensive specification to the container company regarding the use for which it is intended. “A container is […]
Although dominated by commercial vehicles such as fleets and taxis, the Indian market for vehicle telematics is set to gain greater momentum. It is gaining broader popularity due to its advantages such as safety, optimisation of fuel costs, information, navigation and remote diagnostics. It is with this in mind that Netstar, a subsidiary of JSE-listed Altron, has signed a joint-venture deal with international IT services and solutions company C Ahead Technologies, to offer insurance and fleet telematics in India. “India […]
Hino South Africa has released some interesting statistics regarding sales of vehicles fitted with automatic transmissions. So far this year, more than 60 percent of 300-Series models sold have been fitted with automatic gearboxes, while dealer orders for 500-Series Wide Cab automatic models are commanding 80 percent of the order books. “We are delighted with the uptake of our models fitted with automatic transmissions. Customers are enjoying benefits in terms of lower fuel consumption, no clutch replacement and subsequent downtime, […]
Last month, the South African Department of Environmental Affairs issued an update on its progress with the Implementation of the Integrated Strategic Management of Rhinoceros, between the period January 1 to August 30. During this time, 508 rhino were poached in South Africa, compared to 691 for the same period in 2017. Approximately 400 suspects have been arrested and a total of 70 cases, involving 163 accused, were finalised. The trials have resulted in 93 percent guilty verdicts, translating to […]
FOCUS Issue 10 2018 is available to view as an Ebook or to download in pdf format. Click here to download in pdf format.
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