Author:focus-on-transport

Taylor Swift gives truck drivers R1,9 million EACH!

Taylor Swift gives truck drivers R1.9 million EACH! August 17, 2023 American pop star Taylor Swift has just finished the American leg of her Eras Tour. ttm.nl has reported that she has given each of the truck drivers who worked on the tour a bonus of US$100,000, or just over R1.9 million (R1,904,572.00 at the current exchange rate). Swift stunned the tour’s trucking staff by giving each driver the extremely generous gift, Michael Scherkenbach, founder and CEO of Denver, Colorado-based […]

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Advertorial: The vehicle that takes your business seriously

Advertorial: The vehicle that takes your business seriously August 15, 2023 When it comes to choosing the right vehicle for your business, you want one that is durable, reliable, and versatile. You want a vehicle that takes your business to the next level, and you definitely want a vehicle that takes your business seriously. You want (and need), the Kia K2700. This superb vehicle was designed to meet the needs of SMEs with its unmatched reliability and adaptability. Intended for […]

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Should tricycles replace vans and trucks?

Should tricycles replace vans and trucks? August 15, 2023 Should electric tricycles replace vans and trucks? That’s exactly what a logistics company is doing in Croatia! Providing delivery services on Croatian islands with their small towns and narrow streets has never been easy. This is why Gebrüder Weiss has started to offer its customers a particularly eco-friendly transport solution this year: the logistics company now uses electric tricycles for deliveries to private homes and companies located on the islands of […]

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Permissible maximum masses unpacked

Permissible maximum masses unpacked August 9, 2023 Do you need to determine the payload of a goods vehicle or combination of vehicles? You must adhere to the load/mass limits imposed by the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA), Act 93 of 1996, as amended. It is important for operators to select an appropriate vehicle or combination of vehicles to enable them to convey the required payload. The NRTA prescribes limits which may not be exceeded for masses on wheels, axles, axle […]

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African supply chain leaders honoured

African supply chain leaders honoured August 2, 2023 The winners of the second annual Africa Supply Chain Excellence Awards were announced at a gala event in Johannesburg, attended by more than 220 supply chain practitioners from across the continent. These awards recognise the vital role played by the supply chain management profession, honouring and celebrating the outstanding achievements of African organisations and individuals working in this field. There was an overwhelmingly positive response to the awards this year, with 92 […]

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A celebration of greatness

A celebration of greatness July 31, 2023 The 2024 International Truck of the Year will be announced next month during the Solutrans exhibition in Lyon, France. It will no doubt be a truck that symbolises greatness in all respects – the latest vehicle in a long line of exceptional trucks. RICHARD STANIER pays tribute to the previous winners. From humble beginnings in the UK, the International Truck of the Year (IToY) award has become an essential feature of the global […]

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Scania’s steel goes green

Scania’s steel goes green July 3, 2023 Last month, we revealed that Scania Southern Africa is taking massive green strides when it comes to trucking on this continent, piloting the first Scania CNG G410 truck powered by a Euro 6 Otto engine. Now we can reveal that Scania’s future trucks will be greener than ever before, thanks to the use of green steel. Scania is taking a huge step towards decarbonising its supply chain by placing its first order for […]

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Mercedes-Benz Actros celebrates 25 years in South Africa

Mercedes-Benz Actros celebrates 25 years in South Africa July 6, 2023 The Mercedes-Benz three-pointed star has been shining immaculately on the Actros for 25 years in South African long-distance and distribution haulage. A total of five generations have been introduced over this period, each claiming the highly sought-after International Truck of the Year (IToY) title. Assembled locally at the Daimler Truck Southern Africa (DTSA) plant in East London, each generation of the Mercedes-Benz Actros has consistently brought an innovative first […]

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ESG: A framework for building business credibility 

ESG: A framework for building business credibility  July 21, 2023 Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have gained significance in the business world in recent years. For greater transparency and accountability, companies need effective frameworks to measure and report on their ESG performance. There is no one-size-fits-all for ESG reporting. Performance indicators vary significantly due to factors like business/industry type, size, and complexity, as well as applicable legal requirements. Define ESG Metrics To start quantifying the ESG framework, establish a […]

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MiX Telematics powers Isuzu Insight online platform

MiX Telematics powers Isuzu Insight online platform July 25, 2023 MiX Telematics has partnered with Isuzu Motors South Africa to provide a fleet management solution for the latest new-generation Isuzu truck range: the N-, F- and FX-SERIES. This is helping to reduce operating costs, mitigate risk, increase profitability, and enhance customer service. The Isuzu Insight online platform is a custom-built OEM solution available as a subscription telematics service from Isuzu dealerships countrywide. The subscription can either be added as an […]

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