Author:focus-on-transport
To park or not to park February 6, 2023 Where can and cannot a truck park? Kevin van der Merwe, executive manager: certification & operations at the Road Freight Association (RFA), explains. As conveyors of goods on a public road, operators have experienced that traffic officers and other law enforcement officers derive some level of satisfaction from fining drivers and vehicles for various “parking” transgressions that occur while collecting goods from consignors and delivering them to consignees. We will look […]
RTMS unravelled February 6, 2023 What is the RTMS (Road Transport Management System) and how does it benefit your organisation and the industry? RTMS is an industry-led, government-supported, voluntary, self-regulation scheme that is based on the SANS 1395-1, being a national standard, published by the South African Bureau of Standards. At its essence, the standard – if implemented correctly – will provide a guideline for organisations to implement internal processes that are compliant with the Road Traffic Regulations Act and which […]
Scania charges ahead! February 2, 2023 Scania Southern Africa is leading the charge towards electric vehicles in an industry-first trial together with the Shoprite Group. The launch in South Africa of Scania’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) promises to open the door to the electrified transport landscape for many progressive customers. Electric trucks hold the potential to reinvigorate South Africa’s transport industry. Not only do they provide a solution to the damage fossil fuels are inflicting on the environment, but […]
EVs: preferred by pooches January 31, 2023 E-mobility is on the mind of many transport operators… and it would certainly be the first choice for pooches too! A first-of-its-kind study has revealed that dogs prefer electric vehicles (EVs) over vehicles with diesel engines. The study – conducted by the University of Lincoln and CarGurus – was commissioned to investigate the effects of travelling in EVs versus diesel vehicles on dog behaviour and welfare. During the study, dogs were taken on […]
Strange but true: vehicle interiors made of coffee January 31, 2023 Your next vehicle could contain an interior made out of coffee, eggs, walnuts, rice, and lentils! These foodstuffs could just as likely be found in your future vehicle’s interior as your shopping basket, according to a new study by design and engineering consultancy CALLUM. The design study – led by CALLUM’s head of materials and sustainability Charlotte Jones and co-founder Ian Callum – identified coffee pulp, eggshells, red lentils, […]
Revealed: trucks not to blame for accidents January 26, 2023 A Webfleet report reveals that trucks are not the primary cause of accidents on South Africa’s roads. The Road Safety Report reveals that while an overwhelming majority of transport companies – operating a variety of commercial vehicles ranging from small vans to large trucks – experienced road crashes in the past year, other road users seem to be the primary cause. Out of a total of over 14 000 vehicles […]
“The MAN lion is going to roar loudly in 2023!” January 23, 2023 While 2022 was a challenging year for many truck and bus suppliers, the MAN Automotive team is convinced that 2023 will be a year to remember… for all the right reasons. “An incredible year in terms of truck sales.” That’s how Philip Kalil-Zackey, head of truck sales and product at MAN Automotive SA, describes 2022. “Last year was one of the biggest growth markets we’ve ever seen in terms […]
Understanding permissible maximum combination mass January 18, 2023 https://focusontransport.co.za/wp-content/uploads/speaker/post-17427.mp3?cb=1677567899.mp3 Overloaded goods vehicles cause considerable damage to road infrastructure – but understanding how permissible maximum combination mass is determined will help truck operators to stay within the law. VIC OLIVER and NICK PORÉE explain. Confusion and a lack of understanding regarding the permissible maximum combination mass rating of a truck tractor are common in the trucking industry since this information is not displayed on a vehicle’s data plate. The information cannot […]
Scania and Rio Tinto develop autonomous trucks December 15, 2022 https://focusontransport.co.za/wp-content/uploads/speaker/post-24273.mp3?cb=1677567946.mp3 Scania and Rio Tinto have agreed to develop autonomous haulage solutions. The aim? To support a pathway to lower emissions in mining. Scania and Rio Tinto are developing more agile autonomous haul trucks at a mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region to pursue potential environmental and productivity benefits. The two companies have established a long-term research and development collaboration agreement for the continuous advancement of this autonomous technology, under […]
Revealed: how to cut your fuel bill by 10% December 15, 2022 https://focusontransport.co.za/wp-content/uploads/speaker/post-24389.mp3?cb=1677567950.mp3 A company in the US has come up with an aftermarket product that claims to reduce fuel bills by 10%. Detroit-based technology company Traxen is marketing a product called iQ-Pilot, which is an intelligent speed control system said to reduce fuel consumption as well as improve safety and driver satisfaction. The company claims that operators can save a whopping $9 000 per truck per year (that’s roughly […]
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