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The road to a data-driven future November 13, 2020 Is the heavy-duty trucking, freight and transport industry doing the right things to set itself on the road to a future which is economically, politically, technologically and environmentally sustainable? EMMANUEL MIGNOT, President and MD of Belgian Shell, says the answer is yes. But there’s a proviso… Over the last ten years, the sector has undergone tremendous change. Developments such as telematics and automated road-side payment infrastructure have greatly simplified fleet management. […]
Freeway gives fleet managers business analytics on a smartphone November 13, 2020 Freeway Fleet Systems has developed a mobile app to give fleet managers instant access, via their smartphones, to Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data on fleet maintenance and compliance. The development adds a useful business analytics insight to Freeway’s award-winning “fleet-in-your-pocket” app launched last year. “Even before the coronavirus crisis, managers wanted more mobility so they could work anytime from anywhere. Initially, our fleet-in-your pocket app was designed to […]
Mercedes-Benz offers free driver training November 13, 2020 The Department of Transport dedicated the month of October to create awareness of the importance of transport and the vital role it has in the economy. The theme for 2020 was “Together shaping the future of transport”, with a call from government for businesses to participate and provide safer, affordable, accessible and reliable transport. Mercedes-Benz Trucks has heeded the call by offering free driver training to 160 Mercedes-Benz Actros drivers. “There is […]
Light through the darkness November 13, 2020 The global automotive industry is experiencing unprecedented challenges, but e-commerce and connectivity will continue to drive the light commercial vehicle (LCV) market. Closer to home, things are also on the rise Frost & Sullivan’s recent analysis, “Global Light Commercial Vehicle Market Outlook, 2020”, finds that global sales of LCVs are projected to reach 9,49 million units in 2020, with pickups (or, if you prefer, bakkies) contributing 4,62 million units. The international consulting firm […]
Scania delivers sustainability to our doorsteps November 13, 2020 Replacing diesel with gas is a sustainable solution that has attracted global interest. Scania South Africa has launched the Scania 6×2 PDR 340 hp inner-city distribution truck that runs on natural gas Natural gas is methane gas found in pockets in the earth’s crust. It is extracted from gas deposits or in conjunction with oil extraction. Natural gas is a fossil fuel, but since the methane molecule only contains one carbon […]
Green should remain the new black November 13, 2020 The entire world’s focus has been on the effects of Covid-19, but the crisis posed by global warming still looms We’ve heard and read about the environmental benefits brought about by lockdowns across the globe, from cleaner air to the presence of wild animals on the streets of urban jungles. But these benefits are, unfortunately, only short-lived, with these lockdowns actually doing more harm than good to the environment. This thinking […]
Keeping the wheels of entertainment turning October 21, 2020 Covid-19 has put the brakes on many businesses – not least of which are circuses. JARLATH SWEENEY visits a circus in Ireland, and finds out how – post Covid-19 – it plans to keep the Big Top open… Within weeks of rolling out of Claremorris in Mayo, headed for County Leitrim, the entire cavalcade of Tom Duffy’s Circus came to an abrupt halt in Galway. Its planned annual ten-day season at […]
Going green: 127 MAN buses hit the road in OSLO October 21, 2020 Unibuss, one of the largest and most environmentally friendly bus operators in Norway, has ordered 127 MAN Lion’s City buses from MAN Truck & Bus. The state-of-the-art city buses will be powered by hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO) biofuel. The move represents a significant statement in terms of Unibuss’s commitment to protecting the environment. Opting for HVO biofuel over conventional diesel will lower emissions by up to 90%. […]
Reducing on-road risk October 21, 2020 DriveRisk can cut a transport operator’s maintenance costs by up to 12%, reduce accidents by 20% and reduce collision claims costs by as much as 80%! DriveRisk is the leading driver behaviour management company in Africa. The company’s dedicated team believes that drivers are a transport operator’s most valuable asset on the road. Accordingly, they are committed to improving driver capabilities and behaviour in order to reduce on-road risk for fleet operators and the […]
Nampo Virtual Expo a launching pad for future trends October 21, 2020 For the first time in its 54-year history, the NAMPO Agricultural Trade Show went virtual from 9 to 12 September 2020. ROWAN WATT-PRINGLE was virtually there to find out more. Twelve months ago, if someone had told you that public events would be shifted into the virtual world because of a global pandemic, you might have scoffed at the idea. But as we adjust to the ‘new normal’, […]
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