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October 17, 2019

Morris badge makes a comeback

Following two years of development, a prototype of an electrically powered, retro-styled Morris delivery van that’s earmarked for production has been unveiled in England...

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October 8, 2019

Hino looks to grow sales in Africa

Hino recently completed a 50-day promotional roadshow through four countries in sub-Saharan Africa aimed at increasing brand awareness with a view to growing sales...

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October 8, 2019

Navigating a hostile road-freight market

South Africa’s road-freight industry, with its direct link to manufacturing and consumer spending, is feeling the consequences of an economy which shrank by 3,2...

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October 8, 2019

TomTom Telematics changes its name

From next month, TomTom Telematics will change its name to Webfleet Solutions, according to a statement released by Bridgestone, which has bought the company....

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October 3, 2019

Fesarta launches Transist to solve corridor problems

“We utilise the services offered by Fesarta/Transist to assist with any transport-related issues our company has in South Africa. On every occasion, problems have...

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October 3, 2019

Learning the art of safe driving

TM Training, a dynamic driver training company, offers specialised courses in a variety of vehicle categories Are your drivers driving you crazy? Hone their...

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October 3, 2019

SMEs the weak link in supply chain cyber security

Disproportionate access to important information makes small to medium enterprises (SMEs) targets of cybercriminals SMEs are at the greatest risk from cyber-security threats, and...

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October 3, 2019

Nissan creates NP300 Popemobile

Vatican chooses Japanese carmaker for pontiff’s island visit A Nissan NP300 Hardbody provided the basis for a unique Popemobile during a stopover last month...

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September 18, 2019

EcoLife: A breath of fresh air for buses

EcoLife, ZF’s fuel-saving automatic transmission for buses, was a big hit at the recent Southern African Bus Operators Association (Saboa) Conference and Exhibition. Popular...

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September 18, 2019

Government reformulates its motor industry strategy

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, headed by Ebrahim Patel, has identified six focus areas to drive the South African automotive industry forward...

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September 18, 2019

Carfind announces Commercialfind

For a superior, bespoke, online commercial vehicle search and purchasing experience, Carfind.co.za announces Commercialfind.co.za After 20 years as one of the leaders in the...

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September 18, 2019

Motor industry wage negotiations concluded

For the third successive time, wage negotiations between South Africa’s Automotive Manufacturers Employers’ Association and the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa have...

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