RIDING HIGH WITH THE UNIMOG 5000
(25 Jan 2012)
At more than 2500 metres above sea level, the Mercedes-Benz Unimog carries tourists to the lava field of the Torre del FilosofoRead more ...
| MERCEDES-BENZ SOUTH AFRICA OPENS THE DOORS OF LEARNING FOR TECHNICAL STUDENTS
(25 Jan 2012)
Mercedes-Benz SA partners with MerSETA to provide formal and experiential learning for motor technicians.Read more ...
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FULL HOUSE FOR TYREXPO AFRICA 2012 AS EXHIBITORS GEAR UP FOR BUMPER
(23 Jan 2012)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead more ...
| ROAD TRAIN APPROACHING: SARTRE PROJECT ENTERS FINAL PHASE
(23 Jan 2012)
The SARTRE project, Safe Road Trains for the Environment has successfully completed the first test demonstrations of a multiple vehicle platoon. The test fleet included a lead truck followed by three cars driven entirely autonomously at speeds of upRead more ...
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RENAULT-NISSAN ALLIANCE ELECTRIFIES THE ALPS
(20 Jan 2012)
Renault and Nissan electric vehicles available for test driving and powering appliances during World Economic Forum in Davos--Read more ...
| THE ROAD FREIGHT ASSOCIATION (RFA) WELCOMES THE NEWLY-APPOINTED BOARD OF SANRAL’S DECISION TO SUSPEND THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TOLL ROADS UNTIL STAKE
(19 Jan 2012)
Although we are well aware that the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP) has committed costs that need to be paid, we still believe that the proposed e-tolls are a far more expensive mechanism than a universal fuel levy to finance road infrastrRead more ...
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TRUCK DELIVERS THIS WEEK’S VOLVO GOLF CHAMPIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA
(18 Jan 2012)
All roads lead to Fancourt as Long-distance courier operator, Triton Express and the local Volvo truck company co-operates to promote the Volvo Golf Champions, teeing off at the Links golf course at Fancourt in George this week.Read more ...
| IMPERIAL LOGISTICS EXPANDS AFRICA ACCESS WITH SNYMAN TRANSPORT
(16 Jan 2012)
Johannesburg, 13th January 2012 – IMPERIAL Logistics, a global leader in logistics and supply chain management has acquired international, cross border transporter IJ Snyman Transport, an established carrier that operates in Angola, DRC, Namibia, SouRead more ...
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HINO TEAM UPBEAT ABOUT 2012
(16 Jan 2012)
The team at Hino SA is upbeat about its growth prospects in the SA truck market in 2012 after a difficult 2011. “Although the general forecasts are for comparatively small growth in the local truck and bus market we are determined to regain the markeRead more ...
| MIX TELEMATICS AND ESKOM PARTNERSHIP FLOURISHES
(16 Jan 2012)
Since MiX Telematics was awarded the tender for the Eskom account in July 2010 and started introducing its fleet management technology into the workings of Eskom, the partnership has thrived.Read more ...
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WABCO WINS RECORD NUMBER OF ‘SUPPLIER EXCELLENCE’ AWARDS IN CHINA; 2011 MARKS SUPERLATIVE PERFORMANCE SERVING MAJOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE MAKERS
(13 Jan 2012)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, January 12, 2012 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that WABCO has been honored with seven top supplier awards in China. This recoRead more ...
| LOCAL BATTERY MANUFACTURER OFFERS ABSOLUTE POWER
(13 Jan 2012)
The search for a convenient, efficient and plentiful power source will continue for some time. Our sun is the ultimate source of all power and man’s attempts to harness the forces of wind and water through to nuclear and solar energy are all part ofRead more ...
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RADICAL SOUTH AFRICAN PRODUCER-PAYS WASTE TYRE SCHEME FOR
(12 Jan 2012)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead more ...
| PALTRACK CLAIMS GOLD AWARD AT LOGISTICS ACHIEVER AWARDS
(12 Jan 2012)
Johannesburg, 11th January 2012 – IMPERIAL Logistics member company Paltrack recently won a Gold Award at the prestigious Logistics Achiever Awards (LAA). The 23rd annual awards ceremony was held at the Emperors Palace in September 2011. Paltrack claRead more ...
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UNREPORTED DECEMBER SALES RESTRICT 2011 TRUCK MARKET VOLUME
(11 Jan 2012)
A decision by Mercedes Benz SA Pty (Ltd) to withhold its December sales data has resulted in the final year total for 2011 being restricted to 26 248 units, which is some way off the anticipated level that had been indicated by the market’s consistenRead more ...
| CTRACK TAKES PERSONAL STAFF MANAGEMENT TO THE NEXT LEVEL
(10 Jan 2012)
Ctrack, the technologically advanced vehicle monitoring and fleet management company has launched its ICE2 multi-functional personal tracking and mobile panic alarm tool suitable across all lone worker, security, or workforce management environments.Read more ...
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MERCEDES-BENZ TO FIT CITYBUS IN INDIA WITH DIWA.5
(9 Jan 2012)
Voith to Start Series Delivery of DIWA Transmissions for IndiaRead more ...
| STEERING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION: WHEEL AND TYRE CHOICE CUTS C02 EMISSIONS
(5 Jan 2012)
In 2010, global CO2 emissions from burning fossil fuels rose by more than 5% according to the International Energy Agency. At the same time the vehicle industry dedicates huge amounts of resources to reducing CO2 by just a few percentage points. HoweRead more ...
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MANGANESE MINE CONTRACT OPENS DOORS
(14 Dec 2011)
Crossroads enters into the manganese mining market with fuel distribution contractRead more ...
| TEN MERCEDES-BENZ ATEGO HYBRID TRUCKS HANDED OVER TO DEUTSCHE POST DHL
(13 Dec 2011)
• Vehicles to be deployed in the mail and freight segmentsRead more ...
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HYUNDAI SOUTH AFRICA DEMONSTRATES STRENGTH IN ABILITY AT THE HMC WORLD SKILLS OLYMPICS
(12 Dec 2011)
12 December 2011, Hyundai South Africa has taken two top awards at the recently hosted Hyundai Motor Company ‘World Skills Olympics’ event in Korea – namely the Expert and Superior Skills Awards.Read more ...
| WORLD-CLASS EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS BRING LATEST AND BEST TECHNOLOGY
(12 Dec 2011)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead more ...
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FESTIVE RESULTS ANTICIPATED FOR TRUCK MARKET AT YEAR END
(7 Dec 2011)
The South African truck market is heading for an estimated year-end total of 26 096 units – a much higher than anticipated result. This is according to the latest combined results released by the National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of SRead more ...
| ATEGO TAKES THE EXPRESS ROUTE
(7 Dec 2011)
• Mercedes-Benz BlueTec in Atego – a first in Southern AfricaRead more ...
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SLEEP DEPRIVATION – A REAL NIGHTMARE
(5 Dec 2011)
Being drowsy behind the wheel is as dangerous as drink driving. With a combination of design and technology, Volvo Trucks is contributing to road safety by helping drivers stay awake, alert and in control.Read more ...
| PRESTIGIOUS DESIGN AWARD FOR UNIMOG STUDY
(2 Dec 2011)
• “red dot award” honours innovative designRead more ...
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FUSO AT THE TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2011
(2 Dec 2011)
• World premiere of the new Fuso Canter Eco HybridRead more ...
| BIG BROTHERS ARE WATCHING
(1 Dec 2011)
CAPE-based Slabbert Burger Transport’s fleet of 400 trucks and 600 trailers services southern Africa as far north as Zambia. In a drive to increase road safety, Slabbert Burger has implemented the Driver Check driver monitoring solution.Read more ...
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YUTONG OPTS FOR WABCO ACC
(1 Dec 2011)
WABCO will supply its adaptive cruise control (ACC) to Yutong in China, the world’s largest manufacturer of buses, as part of an expanded long term agreement to furnish advanced safety technologies. This reportedly marks the first adoption of ACC tecRead more ...
| VOITH WINS SUSTAINABILITY AWARD
(1 Dec 2011)
VOITH’S secondary water retarder has won the European Transport Prize for Sustainability 2012 in the commercial vehicle components category.Read more ...
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VITO E-CELL MAKES INROADS
(29 Nov 2011)
THE zero-emission drive system of the Mercedes-Benz Vito E-Cell, reported to be the first purely electric-powered van to be introduced ex works by any automobile manufacturer, makes it “ideally suited” to logistics applications in city centres and otRead more ...
| AUTOMECHANIKA GETS HEAD START
(29 Nov 2011)
‘METROPOLIS of mobility’ is the theme of Automechanika South Africa 2013, to be held at Expo Centre, Nasrec on May 8 to 11.Read more ...
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HINO, DFM, D&A GO BIG
(28 Nov 2011)
HINO SA intends becoming a more important player in the growing waste management market with a joint venture with compactor manufacturer TFM and local Allison automatic transmission distributor D&A Power Products.Read more ...
| SORBENTS FOR THE CONTROL AND CLEAN UP OF OIL, INDUSTRIAL LIQUIDS AND CHEMICAL SPILLS.
(23 Nov 2011)
Brady SPC is a leading manufacturer of polypropylene (MBPP) absorbent materials used in a variety of industrial maintenance and environmental applications to clean up oil, chemicals and liquids spills. This range which is available in 55 countries woRead more ...
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STRONG OCTOBER FOR VOLVO
(16 Nov 2011)
VOLVO Trucks delivered 11 110 vehicles in October, an increase of 39% over last year. Deliveries in Europe totaled 4 628 trucks, up 34% year on year.Read more ...
| CONSOL FLEET EARNS RTMS ACCREDITATION
(16 Nov 2011)
IMPERIAL Cargo, a member of the Imperial Logistics Group has received Road Traffic Management System (RTMS) accreditation for its Consol fleet, testament to high standards in driver behaviour and fleet maintenance. The company achieved an overloadingRead more ...
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TOTAL LOGISTICS ACHIEVER
(15 Nov 2011)
TOTAL Lubricants Supply Chain has won the silver award in the Logistics Achiever Awards 2011, a Barloworld-sponsored competition strongly contested by the country’s major supply chain and distribution companies. The award was received for Total SouthRead more ...
| UD PREDICTS COMPETITIVE 2012
(15 Nov 2011)
THE combined market for medium, heavy and extra heavy commercial vehicles has increased by a significant 23.49% during October. A total of 2 518 trucks were sold last month, according to the latest combined results released by the National AssociatioRead more ...
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ENGEN ACKNOWLEDGES ACHIEVERS
(13 Nov 2011)
ENGEN’S Formula E awards for operational excellence took place in Durban recently, crowning the fuel giant’s top bulk fuel truck drivers, depots, workshops and outbound schedulers. The awards were preceded by the finals of Engen’s year-round Driver oRead more ...
| HARNESSING TECHNOLOGY TO CUT PREMIUMS
(13 Nov 2011)
NEW technology that enables companies to actively monitor fleet activity in real time should enable businesses to cut vehicle insurance costs significantly.Read more ...
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UNITRANS, MERCEDES-BENZ & SASOL- LAUNCH FIRST LPG TRUCK
(13 Nov 2011)
Unitrans Supply Chain Solutions, in partnership with Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles and Sasol Oil, has launched a joint project to pilot the use of liquid petroleum gas (LPG) as a cleaner alternative fuel to diesel.Read more ...
| NO DRINKS FOR DAD
(11 Nov 2011)
SPONSORS of the Pick n Pay Stay Alert Stay Alive initiative gathered at Wanderers recently in support of the Anti Drinking and Driving (DAD) project.Read more ...
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PREPARE FOR AARTO
(11 Nov 2011)
AS AARTO requires very specific standards, it makes sense for management to understand how to manage AARTO within the work environment.Read more ...
| HINO STARTS CONSTRUCTION OF NEW JAPAN PLANT
(8 Nov 2011)
HINO recently started construction of a new plant in Koga City, focusing on producing components and knocked-down (KD) kits for assembly at overseas faculties.Read more ...
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E-TOLL REGISTRATION KICKS OFF
(8 Nov 2011)
SANRAL has announced that e-toll account registration and the distribution of e-tags started on November 7 for phase 1 of the Gauteng Freeway Improvement Project (GFIP).Read more ...
| TO REGISTER OR NOT TO REGISTER – A FREIGHT PERSPECTIVE
(2 Nov 2011)
Recent announcements put the implementation of the Gauteng E-Toll in February 2012 – following a period where the system needs to “go-live”. For the system to be tested by the “go-live” period, SANRAL requires that all future users purchase an E-TagRead more ...
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MERCEDES-BENZ SA AGREES TO ‘ADOPT’ THE BUFFALO CITY METRO
(2 Nov 2011)
Mercedes-Benz South Africa to sign Memorandum of UnderstandingRead more ...
| DEAR MEMBER
(1 Nov 2011)
The most recent announcements by SANRAL have been that the Gauteng E-Tolls will be implemented from February 2012 – following a period where the system needs to “go-live”. For the system to be tested by the “go-live” period, SANRAL requires that allRead more ...
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FUSO DEVELOPS HEAVY-DUTY HYBRID TRUCK
(1 Nov 2011)
• Ten percent fuel efficiency increase vs. conventional diesel engines confirmed by testingRead more ...
| SAVRALA CONTINUES TO SAY 'NO' TO GFIP TOLLING
(31 Oct 2011)
By SAVRALA, the Southern African Vehicle Rental and Leasing AssociationRead more ...
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LAFARGE COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY EXTENDED TO TRANSPORTATION
(28 Oct 2011)
The Lafarge Group entered the global Dow Jones Sustainability Index in 2010 in recognition of its sustainable development actions.Read more ...
| RAM’S HANDY SPARE-WHEEL-READY SAVES TIME AND HASSLE
(27 Oct 2011)
Renowned for its innovation and technological advancements, RAM, the automotive division of Veyance Technologies Africa, has developed Spare-Wheel-Ready. This handy attachment makes checking the pressure of a spare wheel as effortless as possible.Read more ...
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INFINITY TYRES SIGNS UP FOR MAJOR PRESENCE AT BRITYREX 2012
(27 Oct 2011)
Infinity Tyres is to reinforce its position as one of the leading premium economy tyres in the UK market by exhibiting at next year’s Brityrex International exhibition.Read more ...
| HPE AFRICA LAUNCHES NEW HYUNDAI -9 RANGE INTO THE AFRICAN MARKET
(27 Oct 2011)
High Power Equipment (HPE) Africa is officially launching its new range of 9-Series Hyundai earthmoving equipment, at the company’s headquarters in Jet Park, Boksburg.Read more ...
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GLOBAL TRUCKERMANIA RANKS IMPERIAL LOGISTICS
(26 Oct 2011)
Johannesburg, 28 October 2011 – IMPERIAL Logistics drivers, Pieter Adriaanse and Basil Bailey, consecutively winner and runner up of the South African leg of the 9th FleetBoard Drivers League or ‘TRUCKERMANIA’ represented the country against 23 driveRead more ...
| PRE-REGISTER NOW FOR TYREXPO AFRICA 2012
(26 Oct 2011)
Welcome to Tyrexpo Africa’12, the 4th in the series of Tyrexpo Africa events and southern Africa’s most established and international tyre trade event.Read more ...
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DAIMLER TO CREATE 350 NEW JOBS IN NORTH AMERICA
(26 Oct 2011)
• Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) to ramp up production of Western Star brand trucksRead more ...
| TRUCK DELIVERIES IN SEPTEMBER 2011
(25 Oct 2011)
Volvo Trucks’ deliveries in September rose by 46% to 10,731 trucks, compared with the year-earlier period. For the third quarter isolated, deliveries were up 44% to 26,439 trucks.Read more ...
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REST PERIODS CRITICAL FOR LONG DISTANCE TRUCK DRIVERS
(25 Oct 2011)
25 October 2011: A tragic case that was recently ruled on by the Ombudsman for Short Term Insurance, in which a truck driver, who was believed to have fallen asleep at the wheel, was killed when his truck veered off the road, is sadly not uncommon amRead more ...
| CUSTOMS IS IN THE FINAL STAGES OF IMPLEMENTING THE ELECTRONIC MANIFESTS, CLEARANCE PROCEDURES AND STREAMLINING PROCESSES RELATING TO THE MOVEMENT OF C
(25 Oct 2011)
The implementation of the new customs systems has been proposed as 15 January 2012 – the date may be postponed dependent on the challenges that are identified with road freight operators between now and the proposed date of implementationRead more ...
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UD TRUCKS’ TRAINING PROGRAMME EMPOWERS STAFF AND COMMUNITY
(24 Oct 2011)
UD Trucks Southern Africa celebrated the graduation of 30 learners which formed part of the company’s staff and community developmental and training programme.Read more ...
| SAFA PLACES ITS CONFIDENCE IN SPRINTER
(17 Oct 2011)
The fulfilment of a fifty-three vehicle order is not an every day event, it is exciting, yet demanding. Following receipt of such an order in May 2011, from the 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee of the South African Football Association (SAFARead more ...
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CUSTOMS IS IN THE FINAL STAGES OF IMPLEMENTING THE ELECTRONIC MANIFESTS, CLEARANCE PROCEDURES AND STREAMLINING PROCESSES RELATING TO THE MOVEMENT OF C
(17 Oct 2011)
The implementation of the new customs systems has been proposed as 15 January 2012 – the date may be postponed dependent on the challenges that are identified with road freight operators between now and the proposed date of implementation.Read more ...
| VEYANCE TECHNOLOGIES RESTRUCTURES TO IMPROVE THE RAM BUSINESS
(14 Oct 2011)
With the appointment of Veyance Technologies, Inc.’s CEO John Hamilton in late 2010, the company’s worldwide subsidiaries, including Veyance Technologies South Africa and Veyance Technologies Africa, have undergone internal restructuring to accommodaRead more ...
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GABRIEL REDUCES WARRANTY CLAIMS BY OVER 35%
(13 Oct 2011)
Gabriel shock absorbers, the premium shock absorber brand of Control Instruments-Automotive, says it has reduced warranty claims on its shock absorber product range by over 35% in the last 12 monthsRead more ...
| 2011 SWEDISH STEEL PRIZE FINALISTS
(12 Oct 2011)
The winner of the 2011 Swedish Steel Prize will be announced on November 17. Four finalists have been nominated for the prize for the best design in high strength steel. The jury has selected innovations for agriculture and occupational safety, alongRead more ...
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TO ALL SERVICE, SALES AND WORKSHOP STAFF
(12 Oct 2011)
We wish to advise all Mercedes-Benz Dealers of a change in service intervals for the Mercedes-BenzRead more ...
| IT’S TRANSPORT MONTH – SO GET CLEVER AND CONSERVE YOUR FUEL!
(10 Oct 2011)
With petrol prices rising and in lieu of Transport Month, now is the time to start conserving fuel. From the commercial trucker trying to transport his load across the country, to the everyday motorist trying to get to work in the 21st Century we relRead more ...
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THE ROAD FREIGHT ASSOCIATION
(10 Oct 2011)
Customs is in the final stages of implementing the electronic manifests, clearance procedures and streamlining processes relating to the movement of cargo across borders.Read more ...
| WABCO ANNOUNCES AGREEMENT WITH IVECO
(6 Oct 2011)
WABCO Announces Agreement with IVECO to Supply Anti-Lock Braking Systems with Breakthrough Technology to Certify Electronic Stability ControlRead more ...
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FEDERAL MOGUL DRIVES EFFICIENCY WITH CUTTING-EDGE BEARING LUBRICATION
(6 Oct 2011)
Engine start-stop technologies are becoming commonplace in the general motoring market as a cutting-edge system geared at increasing engine efficiencies, while lowering emissions. Engineers at Federal Mogul, a world-wide leader in modern powertrainRead more ...
| IMPERIAL LOGISTICS AWARDED TWO PMR DIAMOND ARROWS
(5 Oct 2011)
Johannesburg, 4 October 2011 – IMPERIAL Logistics has received two Diamond Arrow Awards at the 2011 Professional Management Review (PMR) Awards. PMR.africa has conducted its annual, national survey on FMCG Supply Chain Management Companies in South ARead more ...
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HINO CUTS OPERATING COSTS AND IMPROVES SERVICE LEVELS WITH HINOCARE
(5 Oct 2011)
Hino SA has announced a number of important programmes to slash operating costs and provide even higher levels of peace of mind for owners of its trucks. The programme falls under an umbrella that is known as HinoCare.Read more ...
| VISITOR REGISTRATION OPENS AS TYREXPO AFRICA 2012 HEADS FOR SELL-OUT IN JOHANNESBURG
(5 Oct 2011)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead more ...
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NEW ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT CALCULATOR FROM VOLVO TRUCKS HELPS LOWER EMISSIONS
(5 Oct 2011)
It is no secret that truck transports use fuel, but with relatively modest means fuel consumption and thus emissions can be considerably reduced. Volvo Trucks updated web service Environmental Footprint Calculator helps customers become more eco-consRead more ...
| RE: COSATU MASS ACTION— 5 OCTOBER 2011
(4 Oct 2011)
We’re aware of the intended mass action planned by COSATU for 5th October 2011.Read more ...
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UPDATE REGARDING COSATU MASS ACTION - 5 OCTOBER 2011
(4 Oct 2011)
We have just received the following information from BUSA pertaining to the intended mass action by COSATU-affiliated unions, on 5th October:Read more ...
| THESE GOODYEAR BOOTS KEEP WALKING
(4 Oct 2011)
Goodyear’s factory employees have again donated dozens of used, but still tough, safety shoes to those who may otherwise go barefoot in the Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage and Despatch areas.Read more ...
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NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART HEAD OFFICE FOR HYUNDAI AUTOMOTIVE SA
(4 Oct 2011)
Hyundai South Africa’s “New Thinking. New Possibilities.” philosophy was taken a step further today when they announced the breaking of ground for their new head office in Bedfordview – a building that will not only be world class, but will aim to rRead more ...
| IMPERIAL HOLDINGS MAKES STRATEGIC OFFSHORE ACQUISITION
(30 Sep 2011)
Imperial Holdings Limited today announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Lehnkering, a company incorporated in Germany, from Lukas Sweden AB and management. The purchase equity value is €173m and Imperial will assume the net debt inRead more ...
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REALITY AND CONCEPT COMBINE TO CREATE TRANSPORT’S FUTURE
(30 Sep 2011)
As a world-leader in the development and supply of commercial vehicles, MAN Truck & Bus prides itself on its commitment to serving its diverse markets around the world, to forming mutually beneficial relationships with its truck and bus customers thaRead more ...
| BARLOWORLD LOGISTICS SCORES WITH SWEET ZAMBIA SUGAR DEAL, LIFTS INDUSTRY ACCOLADE.
(29 Sep 2011)
Johannesburg, 28 September: Supply chain management major Barloworld Logistics last week won the Gold award at the prestigious Logistics Achiever Awards, the benchmark logistics and supply chain industry awards, for their exemplary work with Zambia SRead more ...
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FOTON TRUCKS SA READIES ITSELF FOR THE JOHANNESBURG TRUCK & BUS SHOW
(29 Sep 2011)
Foton Trucks South Africa is proud to announce the model line-up for its display at this year's Johannesburg International Motor Show to be held at the Expo Centre, Nasrec, from October 6 to 16.Read more ...
| RESPONSIBLE CARE TRANSPORT WORKSHOP FOCUSES ON SAFETY
(29 Sep 2011)
According to the N3 Toll Concessionary, there were reportedly 307 accidents involving trucks on the N3 from January to June 2011. The majority of these accidents occurred at night and were head to tail collisions.Read more ...
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NATIONAL ROAD TRAFFIC ACT, 1996 (ACT NO. 93 OF 1996}
(27 Sep 2011)
EXEMPTION OF MOTOR VEHICLES THAT DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THERead more ...
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