Features
Features
FOcus on transport and Logistics
Our monthly features are designed to cover the core areas of interest within the commercial transport industry.
Chasing rainbows?
Chasing rainbows? February 27, 2023 Alternative fuels are all the rage, but is South Africa ready for them? Should we, rather, be focusing on...
IFOY finalists are revealed!
IFOY finalists are revealed! February 27, 2023 The International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) Awards represent the Oscars of supply chain...
Self-driving trucks are here!
Self-driving trucks are here! February 21, 2023 Daimler Truck plans to introduce series-production driverless trucks in the United States by 2030. GIANENRICO GRIFFINI got...
Specialised, Agile Shipping Ensures On-Time Vehicle Delivery and Boosts Economic Growth
Specialised, Agile Shipping Ensures On-Time Vehicle Delivery and Boosts Economic Growth January 31, 2023 The automotive sector is based on precision delivery. This means...
Don’t tire of tyres
Don’t tire of tyres February 1, 2023 As the second highest variable cost factor in a long-distance trucking operation, truck owners and fleet managers...
Ensure sobriety in the transport sector
Ensure sobriety in the transport sector February 1, 2023 While it is each employer’s own choice to decide whether their workplace policies will involve...
How to measure tyre tread depth
How to measure tyre tread depth February 1, 2023 Much confusion exists regarding the correct manner in which to measure tyre tread depth. This...
Does the 21-day grace period apply to truck licences?
Does the 21-day grace period apply to truck licences? February 3, 2023 The 21-day grace period after a motor vehicle licence expires applies to...
To park or not to park
To park or not to park February 6, 2023 Where can and cannot a truck park? Kevin van der Merwe, executive manager: certification &...
How to cost transport operations
How to cost transport operations February 10, 2023 Operating a commercial vehicle? NICK PORÉE has some invaluable advice for anyone entering – or wishing to...
RTMS unravelled
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...
Scania charges ahead!
Scania charges ahead! February 2, 2023 Scania Southern Africa is leading the charge towards electric vehicles in an industry-first trial together with the...
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