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Fuchs stars at Electra Mining September 30, 2024 FUCHS showcased its comprehensive range of mining lubricants at Electra Mining Africa 2024. Ongoing pressure on commodity prices and reduced output has seen the global mining industry focus increasingly on energy efficiency and optimising production. “There is a major emphasis on cutting costs, especially in terms of proactive maintenance, which is where our products play a key role,” said Dave Gons, national manager mining | regional mining manager Sub-Saharan Africa at FUCHS […]
Iveco’s Drive & Swing Golf Day unites transport titans October 16, 2024 Iveco’s Drive & Swing Golf Day took place earlier this month at the Serengeti Golf Course in Johannesburg. By all accounts it was a massive success! Around 200 transport operators, Iveco dealers, and members of the media joined the Iveco team for a brilliant day of golf and networking. The weather played ball, much to the delight of the seasoned golfers. Non-golfers were also part of the day, with […]
Bringing finesse to trucking October 15, 2024 Bianca Thompson has been dealer principal (DP) at Produkta Trucks since January 2024. After two decades in the industry, she tells ROWAN WATT-PRINGLE that, although DP wasn’t always her goal, it’s a natural culmination of her natural leadership and communication qualities. Thompson says that through her experiences with UD, commercial vehicles have evolved into a true passion. “I stumbled into the industry… I needed a job! Within six months I was headhunted to […]
SAPICS 2025: “Innovation in Motion” October 14, 2024 The annual SAPICS Conference, Africa’s leading event for the supply chain profession, will be held from 8 to 11 June 2025 in Cape Town under the theme “Innovation in Motion”, supply chain industry body SAPICS has announced. Now in its 47th year, the SAPICS Conference enables supply chain managers to learn, network, and share knowledge, which is increasingly important for this vital profession in today’s volatile and uncertain environment. More than 750 […]
Fuso TV33-400S: Payloads’ perfect partner October 18, 2024 For over four decades, Payloads has been a stalwart of the South African logistics industry, renowned for its family-oriented approach and dependable service. The latter is partially attributable to the tools of the company’s trade – and the FUSO TV33-400S is playing a starring role… Founded in 1981 by Daan Joubert Snr, the Krugersdorp-based business is now run by two generations of the Joubert family, including Daan Snr, Daan Jnr, and Riaan […]
Hijacking surge shakes Eastern and Western Cape October 10, 2024 A chilling rise in hijackings is gripping the Eastern and Western Cape, far outpacing vehicle theft and putting business-owned vehicles at unprecedented risk. According to Tracker’s latest vehicle crime statistics for the first half of 2024, hijackings now account for a staggering 54% of all vehicle crime incidents across South Africa, with theft making up the other 46%. Yet, the situation in the Eastern and Western Cape is far more […]
Volvo Buses unveils 9600 platform October 11, 2024 Volvo Buses Southern Africa is poised to redefine luxury and comfort with the introduction of the Volvo 9600 platform. This bold new offering, available in 15-m configurations, marks the next step in luxury travel, combining sleek Scandinavian design with cutting-edge technology and advanced safety features. Platform for success At the heart of the Volvo 9600 is the B11R Euro 3 chassis, a robust and versatile platform designed by Volvo for long-distance coaches […]
Volvo Trucks: Working towards a sustainable future October 11, 2024 Volvo Trucks’ stand at the 2024 IAA Transportation was testament to the company’s commitment to a sustainable, safer future, writes STEFAN PERTZ, editor in chief of Asian Trucker. With advanced trucks like the new Volvo FH Aero range and the US Volvo VNL, Volvo Trucks showcased its determination to move towards zero emissions and zero accidents. The display also highlighted new technologies and developments in hydrogen and electric vehicles, confirming […]
Sinotruk’s Magnificent Seven October 3, 2024 At the IAA Transportation 2024 in Hanover, Sinotruk attracted scores of visitors to its substantial stand, which showcased seven advanced new vehicles. The stand marked a notable shift from the company’s smaller presence in its previous participation at the IAA six years ago. The 2024 exhibition demonstrated Sinotruk’s growing ambitions and capabilities, underpinned by an array of cutting-edge commercial vehicle technologies and innovations. The company clearly means business! Yellow River X7 breaks records Among […]
Slashing costs with smart trailers September 25, 2024 The transport industry is witnessing a significant transformation as artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly integrated into everyday operations. Trailers are not being left behind… Among the leading innovations is the new iC Plus running gear generation from BPW, which uses AI to analyse brake performance and predict maintenance needs, ultimately reducing costs and enhancing safety. This technology, which has been successfully tested in the UK for years, is now being rolled out across […]
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