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Following an encouraging 2017, UD Trucks Southern Africa is on the up. MD Gert Swanepoel says: “Although 2017 began as a tough year after a terrible 2016, it ended as such a good year for us. Most importantly, the brand’s sales and customer satisfaction experienced significant growth.” A major contributor to this performance was the launch of the Croner. As 2018 will be the first full year of sales for this model, marketing director Rory Schulz expects it to help […]
Bus manufacturers are constantly developing new solutions and technologies to help improve the public transport system. WILLIAM GEORGE looks at the increased use of compressed natural gas (CNG) in bus systems in South Africa. Cities in South Africa are slowly adopting various sustainable solutions and technologies in order to help improve their public transport systems. This can be seen by the growing number of CNG buses used in public transport. CNG as a source of renewable energy is an effective […]
The MAN Automotive market leadership has prevailed year on year, with 500 buses and coaches sold into the southern African region, of which 419 units were sold into the South African Common Customs Union. Philip Kalil-Zackey, head of bus sales at MAN, says: “MAN has remained market leader with a share of 27,4 percent, which is a market share growth of 0,4 percent in a market that declined by 11,4 percent. “The Volkswagen (VW) Volksbus continued to gain favour in […]
Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Ismail Vadi, and the Gautrain management agency have launched the new Gautrain website and mobile app with vastly enhanced usability features to ease the travel process. “Passengers can now manage their Gautrain cards, trip planning and refund claims online. They will be able to register their cards, reload funds, buy Gautrain travel product passes, purchase bulk cards, view their card transaction history, check their card expiry dates and plan their real-time trips,” Vadi announced. […]
Transport Manager’s Handbook 2018 is available to view as an Ebook or to download in pdf format. Click here to download in pdf format.
The Ford Ranger model line-up has received a boost for 2018 … one such model is the limited-edition Ford Ranger Fx4; which brings a touch more exclusivity to the discerning owner. Since its launch in 2015, the latest Ford Ranger has held the hallmarks of outstanding performance, a bold design, superb comfort and segment-defining technologies. It is little wonder that the Ranger is continually one of South Africa’s best-selling light commercial vehicles. For 2018, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa […]
The Toyota Hilux range has received some new additions, making it even more appealing in a market where it has a huge fan base. There can be no doubt that the Toyota Hilux is the darling of South Africa’s motoring public. It has endured through more than 40 years and is consistently the best-selling vehicle in the country. Last last year, the eighth generation received a mild update to bring it more in line with changing trends in the light […]
After a successful 2017, Scania South Africa has its eye on new markets in 2018, while keeping most of its cards close to its chest. Scania South Africa had a very busy 2017. It successfully introduced its F-type chassis for commuter buses, held its own in the fluctuating South African market, introduced its heavy tipper to the mining industry and demonstrated its application strategy – which takes total transport solutions to the next level. However, the company also battled the […]
Harneet Luther, executive director: Tata Automobile Corporation SA, says that “customer centricity and connecting aspirations” are the keys to success in 2018. GAVIN MYERS chats to him. Looking back at the Futuroad Expo, which happened in September 2017, it was clear that Tata Truck & Bus SA is excited about its future in the southern African markets – despite having had a few vehicle supply challenges tossed its way during the year. A few models were also discontinued – but […]
While leasing as a model is going to be challenged all over the world – due to proposed changes to the accounting standards – there is still the need for the professional services provided by Eqstra Fleet Management. With more than 30 years of experience, Eqstra Fleet Management (EFM) has maintained its reputation as a key player in a highly competitive market. Eqstra is a leading integrated fleet-management solutions provider in sub-Saharan Africa, offering the full spectrum of passenger and […]
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