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Opel takes the electric route β but SA models stick with diesel
Groupe PSAβs Opel brand is planning to launch an electrically driven version of its medium-sized van, the Vivaro, early next year. The move follows...
New chapter for Bidvest Panalpina Logistics
After 46 years of partnership, Bidvest Panalpina Logistics (BPL) is splitting from DSV/Panalpina to form Bidvest International Logistics (BIL). Regulatory changes are expected to...
Ford partners with government
Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has embarked on a public-private partnership with national, provincial and local government to facilitate the creation of...
Refined Wildtrak roars ahead
Fordβs latest Ranger Wildtrak impresses with its features and refinement Sporting a number of engineering and cosmetic changes, Fordβs latest Ranger Wildtrak looks set...
Atlantis Foundries wins prestigious award
Accolade indicates the companyβs commitment to quality, consistency and sustainability Cape-based Atlantis Foundries recently won the prestigious Best Brownfield / Expansion Project Award at...
Isuzu ups South African investment
The Japanese manufacturer confirms implementation of its next generation bakkie programme Isuzu Motors of Japan has confirmed that it will be investing R1,2 billion...
The year ahead: Sercoβs view
South Africaβs disappointing economic growth will remain a challenge in 2020 One of South Africaβs leading truck and trailer building companies, Serco, aims to...
AA calls for speed in implementing new traffic law enforcement processes
Association says recommendations by the Traffic Law Enforcement Review Committee must be applied without delay The Automobile Association (AA) has lent its support to...
Double deckers make a comeback
MAN introduces its stylish Lionβs City bus Some designs make a comeback for the sake of nostalgia β think music on vinyl β while...
HCV Underwriting Managers teams up with Infiniti Insurance
New partnership aims to minimise cost for small truck fleets while comprehensively protecting the asset base While many economic indicators in South Africa are...
New CEO at the helm at Fiat Chrysler SA
Long-term strategy planned to benefit the companyβs brands locally Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has announced the appointment of Pierre Martin Bos as CEO for...
Fleets buy down as economy struggles
Despite gains in the market in some commercial vehicle segments, tough trading months are set to persist, says Gert Swanepoel, managing director of UD...
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