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A mobile bank for when disaster strikes
Sometimes, you just can’t get away from having to use good old-fashioned cash – even in today’s electronic, app-based world. One example of this...
1,1-million kilometres for Tata
A Tata eight-tonne dropside that’s used as a maximum-load workhorse by Meyerton-based animal feedstock manufacturer, Hi-Performance Feeds, has clocked more than 1,1-million kilometres. The...
In memory of Roland Jost
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of Roland Jost. He passed away on Saturday May 11, 2019, after...
New Quantum arrives, Ses’fikile becomes Hiace
Arguably the most popular commercial vehicle in South Africa by way of its dominance in the minibus-taxi market, the Toyota Quantum is a familiar...
Crafter on the beat
South African operators of the Volkswagen Crafter appreciate this large van for its versatility and ability to be converted for use in any number...
The logistics of customer service
According to a 2018 report on retailing trends by global management consulting firm Deloitte, customer service is one of the four most important things...
Reducing the impact of fuel costs on agricultural production
The annual Grain SA Nampo Agricultural Show takes place next week – and so agriculture is top of mind in the wider transport industry....
Coca-Cola refreshed with smart trucks
Seventy-eight percent – that’s the projected number by which loads transported between Bloemfontein and Upington will be reduced, with the use of the 44-pallet...
UK commercial vehicle industry on a high
If the Commercial Vehicle Show 2019 – the largest commercial vehicle event in the United Kingdom – is anything to go by, the nation’s...
Stay up to speed with health, safety and security!
Among the many aspects of business a transport and logistics operator can’t ignore are security, fire safety and occupational health and safety. The 26th...
Study: transport and logistics businesses vulnerable to cybersecurity risks!
Almost two-thirds of companies in the transport and logistics sector agree that they must strengthen their cyber-defence capabilities, but say they lack the skills...
Bandag advances the art of the retread
At its recent 2019 national franchise conference, Bandag Southern Africa revealed an array of new products and its new corporate branding. In keeping with...
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