Features
Features
FOcus on transport and Logistics
Our monthly features are designed to cover the core areas of interest within the commercial transport industry.
Maximising the Maximus
The latest version of Korean truck manufacturer Daewoo’s Maximus KL3TX 6×4 tractor is scheduled to star at the official launch of the brand next...
Day of the driverless truck?
Imagine this … no sooner have goods been packaged for transportation than an autonomous-drive, long-haul truck slots into position at the loading dock, waits...
Stagnant economy impacts heavy-vehicle sales
A sluggish economy, coupled with a rise in the number of violent attacks on trucks, especially along the N3 highway, are being cited as...
South Africa unprepared for disruptive technology
The impact of disruptive technology on the transport industry was a key theme at the 2019 Southern African Transport Conference (SATC), which was held...
Conquering low confidence in construction
Confidence in the civil engineering industry is down, which means fewer opportunities for construction companies. How will this impact on vehicle sales for original...
Making a difference
Although she hadn’t contemplated a career in the motor industry, 20 years after joining Mercedes-Benz, Maretha Gerber finds herself heading up the brand’s trucking...
‘You need nerves of steel’
Being a woman in what is traditionally regarded as a man’s world is not without its challenges. Lise Van der Berg, founder and CEO...
Next chapter in efficient transport
As technology continuously improves transport processes, ensuring efficiency within the supply chain is the next step in reducing transport costs. MARISKA MORRIS reports Technology,...
Caring for the first line of defence
Braking systems on commercial vehicles are, arguably, one of the most important components as they help prevent accidents. They are, however, under tremendous stress....
Turning plastic into diesel
Global petroleum company BP has signed an agreement to buy diesel manufactured from plastic, highlighting the vital roles that innovation and technology play in...
‘We are customer-focused’
There’s a new man at the helm of DAF. He comes into the company at a time that it is achieving record after record....
Busworld 2019: bring it on!
Busworld 2019 is going to be sensational! It’s going to be jam-packed with buses, coaches and minibuses, featuring the very latest technology. Well, that...
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