Author:focus-on-transport
Customs regulations affect all companies involved in international trade. Regulations, costs and delays are just some of the issues… Logistics service provider Dachser has, therefore, designed processes that streamline operational functions within its customs team; which is made up of specialist personnel who are able to analyse and assess client requirements. “As the costs associated with bringing goods into South Africa are becoming more prohibitive – especially when importing from Europe and the United States – clients want reassurance that […]
Note: For the time being, Great Wall Motors SA (GWM) and Mercedes-Benz SA (MBSA) will only report aggregated sales data. The GWM and MBSA commercial vehicle market split volumes are estimates based on historical trends and forecasting techniques. Light Commercial Vehicles < 3 501 kg November Total: 14 587 December Total: 12 115 Fiat Group 47 41 Ford Motor Company 3 115 2 749 GMSA 1 697 910 GWM 164 142 Hyundai Automotive SA 294 156 JMC 30 21 […]
Note: For the time being, Great Wall Motors SA (GWM) and Mercedes-Benz SA (MBSA) will only report aggregated sales data. The GWM and MBSA commercial vehicle market split volumes are estimates based on historical trends and forecasting techniques. Light Commercial Vehicles < 3 501 kg Total: 11 689 Fiat Group 48 Ford Motor Company 2 372 GWM 184 Hyundai Automotive SA 207 Isuzu Motors South Africa 1 200 JMC 33 Kia South Africa 100 Mahindra 304 Mazda South Africa […]
FOCUS Issue 2 2018 is available to view as an Ebook or to download in pdf format. Click here to download in pdf format.
While Rail transport is not a strict focus of this magazine, it doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate a decent system when I see one… It’s amazing how being removed from our daily routine can open our eyes to a better way of doing things. I started the year with a quick trip to Germany, final destination: Stuttgart (cue flashback of inquisitive immigration officials). Despite being around since the tenth century, Stuttgart city covers an area of 207,36 km2 while its […]
A general force to be reckoned with, Team De Rooy Iveco once again proved its might in the toughest rally races on the planet. Created to fill the gap left by the original African Dakar Rally, the Africa Eco Race has cultivated an enthusiastic following by amateur and professional competitors and spectators alike. With 2018 being its tenth edition, competitors set off on January 2 from Nador, Morocco, and ended on January 14 at Lake Rose near Dakar, Senegal – […]
A London-based enterprise is turning coffee grinds into fuel to power up London buses. WILLIAM GEORGE looks at this initiative, other alternatives and the need for new fuel solutions. The need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions is the leading reason for the search for new and better methods of producing fuel. Furthermore, this will help to provide alternatives as the price of fuel continues to increase. Bio-Bean, a start-up company based in London, in the United Kingdom (UK), aims to […]
Covering the basics is always the most important aspect of approaching any big task, and hauling dangerous petrochemicals across a country or continent is no exception. FOCUS looks what companies should consider when transporting petrochemicals. The petrochemical industry in South Africa is estimated to make around R365 billion a year in sales. It is a large, profitable industry that is vital to the country. Just as important – and possibly just as profitable – is the transport of petrochemicals, which […]
The maintenance of a vehicle will differ depending on its application, age and condition. However, there are some basics that apply to all vehicles. FOCUS talks to some industry experts about a few ways to reduce down time. Nothing can dampen the spirit of a new year quite like a vehicle breakdown just when business is picking up. As the transport industry gets back into high gear, it is the optimal time to ensure that the vehicles in a fleet […]
WILLIAM GEORGE explores how the Consumer Protection Act (CPA) protects buyers of used vehicles and what they should look out for when purchasing a “voetstoets” used vehicle. The Consumer Protection Act (CPA) is aimed at regulating sales agreements and protecting consumers. The CPA further promotes fair business practices, in essence ensuring consumers are satisfied with the goods they purchase. The CPA states: “Every consumer has a right to receive goods that are reasonably suitable for the purposes for which they […]
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