Author:focus-on-transport
A gold mine of autonomy? October 20, 2021 Creating solutions capable of maximising transport efficiency through advanced automation is the goal of an entire industry. While the construction sector may lead the charge, it’s likely to happen first in the controlled world of quarrying and mining. After developing steadily, step by careful step, for more than 100 years, the automotive world is currently in the grip of a two-sided revolution, says Volvo Autonomous Solutions. On one side, it faces pressure […]
Onwards and upwards at Scania October 13, 2021 Scania made the headlines recently, thanks to changes in the company, both here in South Africa and on a global front. We unpack these developments… On the local front, we have seen Scania Southern Africa’s current managing director, Fabio Souza, returning to Brazil, as regional head. During his tenure, Souza implemented multiple strategic initiatives, as well as governance processes, that have greatly contributed to Scania Southern Africa’s leadership position in the local […]
Iveco #Thank You Trucker Celebrating SA’s Amazing Truckers October 13, 2021 October is Transport Month, and Iveco SA would like to take this opportunity to celebrate all our unsung heroes in the trucking industry – they are the backbone of our nation, and we appreciate all that they do! The #ThankYouTrucker initiative by Iveco SA and the Road Freight Association aims to recognise and celebrate the dedication and hard work of South Africa’s underestimated, but essential workers: our truckers. Through […]
Digitisation going into overdrive? October 13, 2021 The global smart fleet management market is estimated to increase from US$ 44,5 billion this year to US$ 82 billion by 2026 – at a compound annual growth rate of 13%. JACO DE KLERK takes a look at six myths that have to be busted. Fleet safety has been a driving factor in the growth of the smart fleet market, according to the global market research store, ResearchAndMarkets.com. In its report “Global Smart […]
Intercape renews contract with MiX Telematics October 14, 2021 MiX Telematics, a leading global software as a service (SaaS) provider of connected fleet management solutions, has renewed its contract with Intercape for an additional five years Intercape is the largest intercity passenger transport service operating across South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Intercape Freightliner offers overland freight services throughout Southern Africa. The connected fleet includes 145 buses, 21 tautliners, 20 tippers, and one tanker as well as 35 non-revenue […]
Record electric truck order for Volvo October 14, 2021 Volvo Trucks has received an order for 100 Volvo FM Electric trucks from DFDS, northern Europe’s largest shipping and logistics company. The deal is the largest commercial order to date for Volvo electric trucks, and one of the largest ever for heavy electric trucks worldwide. DFDS – headquartered in Copenhagen – provides ferry and transport services in and around Europe, generating annual revenues of DKK19 billion (about R44,46 billion). Its 10 000 employees […]
Isuzu adapts to the times October 13, 2021 Isuzu Motors South Africa has remained resilient and competitive through the difficult trading conditions of the last 18 months as it adapts to the new normal. As the number one truck brand in South Africa, the company continues to provide business solutions with initiatives such as off-the-shelf ready-to-work trucks and variable warranty programmes for its range of light, medium and heavy commercial vehicles. Isuzu’s Ready To Work programme is designed to save […]
Innovative Solutions bags major award October 13, 2021 Innovative Solutions Group has bagged the prestigious Innovation Leadership Award. This is in recognition of the South African company’s extraordinary growth accomplishments, even during the pandemic. The award is bestowed on recipients who have made a difference in the lives of others by recognising the quality of their work, their global reach, outlook, and their ability to contribute to social change. “Innovation is the foundation of business, and those that embrace modernisation […]
Paccar tests self-driving trucks October 13, 2021 Paccar (the parent company of DAF) and FedEx have begun an extensive field test in the US with self-driving trucks. The Peterbilts will be driven on the route between Dallas and Houston – a journey of around 400 km. The self-driving technology has been jointly developed by Paccar and Aurora with the aim of improving road safety and transport efficiency. At the start of the year, Paccar teamed up with Aurora, a leading American […]
Electric vehicles are coming to SA! October 13, 2021 The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is set to pick up in South Africa in years to come, bringing changes to filling stations, road trips and how people pay to power their vehicles. This is according to Payment24, a specialist in fuel and fleet management systems, which says EVs have been slow to take off in South Africa, but that uptake is set to grow as the upfront cost drops and […]
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