PEAK-PERFORMING GOODYEAR BELTS PROVIDE MORE POWER WITH QUIETER OPERATION
(18 May 2012)
Goodyear Engineered Products, a global technology innovator of automotive and other rubber products, has developed a revolutionary rubber compound for its Falcon HTC® synchronous belts that offers low-speed, but high-torque drives a new level of perfRead more ...
| GREEN AND EXCITING PRODUCTS FROM MERCEDES-BENZ AT NAMPO
(16 May 2012)
From heart-stopping passenger cars to innovative commercial vehicles, Mercedes-Benz South Africa (MBSA) is showcasing and demonstrating a number of its exciting and environmentally friendly products, at the annual NAMPO Harvest Day. Themed “ConserveRead more ...
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IMPERIAL’S NORTH EAST CARRIERS GOES THE EXTRA MILE WITH “GREEN” TRANSPORT INITIATIVE
(16 May 2012)
A ground-breaking collaboration between IMPERIAL Logistics company North East Carriers (NEC) and client Lafarge culminated today in the launch of a new “tear drop” trailer that will set new standards for sustainable transportation in Africa.Read more ...
| BUHLE STICKS TO HINO
(9 May 2012)
MEDICAL waste management specialist Buhle Waste has increased the number of Hinos in its fleet to 62 with the purchase of a further six 500-Series 1626s from Hino East Rand.Read more ...
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BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY EXTENDS TO FLEET MANAGEMENT.
(8 May 2012)
Companies, big and small, spend a huge amount of their Capex on fleet management, some without getting much in return.Read more ...
| SANRAL CEO RESIGNS
(8 May 2012)
SANRAL’s board has accepted the resignation of CEO Nazir AlliRead more ...
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DONALDSON ACHIEVES 1ST PLACE
(7 May 2012)
Donaldson Filtration Systems (Pty) Ltd is is very pleased to announce on Friday, 23rd March, we received 1st Prize at the Supplier of the Year awards for MAN Truck & Bus.Read more ...
| GIGANT PRODUCTION EXPANSION IN DINKLAGE GERMANY.
(7 May 2012)
Axle manufacturer increases axle beam production facility by 1,300m˛.Read more ...
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RFI COMMISSIONS STATE-OF-THE-ART HEUI TESTER
(3 May 2012)
Leading diesel service centre Reef Fuel Injection Services (RFI) recently commissioned a new Hydraulic Electric Unit Injector (HEUI) tester at its Germiston site that allows the RFI technical team to test the latest Caterpillar injectors, part of CatRead more ...
| RFI COMMISSIONS STATE-OF-THE-ART HEUI TESTER
(3 May 2012)
Leading diesel service centre Reef Fuel Injection Services (RFI) recently commissioned a new Hydraulic Electric Unit Injector (HEUI) tester at its Germiston site that allows the RFI technical team to test the latest Caterpillar injectors, part of CatRead more ...
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MARCOPOLO TO SUPPLY 486 BRT BUSES IN CHILE
(2 May 2012)
MARCOPOLO will deliver 486 buses for operators SU-BUS and Alsacia/Express, which operate in the massive transportation system in Chilean capital Santiago.Read more ...
| TIM LANGDON JOINS FEDERAL-MOGUL GLOBAL AFTERMARKET SOUTHERN AFRICA
(26 Apr 2012)
Federal-Mogul Global Aftermarket Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) announced the appointment of Tim Langdon as Director of Federal-Mogul Aftermarket Southern Africa. Langdon takes over responsibility for sub-Sahara African sales and operations eRead more ...
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PEAK-PERFORMING GOODYEAR BELTS PROVIDE MORE POWER WITH QUIETER OPERATION
(26 Apr 2012)
Goodyear Engineered Products, a global technology innovator of automotive and other rubber products, has developed a revolutionary rubber compound for its Falcon HTC® synchronous belts that offers low-speed, but high-torque drives a new level of perfRead more ...
| VW DONATES CRAFTERS TO NOKUPHILA
(25 Apr 2012)
VOLKSWAGEN Group SA has partnered with Smollan Group and Toll Group in donating two 23-seater Crafter buses to Nokuphila Community Services, a non-profit organisation based in KwaThema, Springs.Read more ...
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RECOGNITION FOR IMPERIAL’S SKILLS INTERVENTION
(23 Apr 2012)
IMPERIAL Logistics’ Fast Forward skills development initiative was named top corporate supply chain education programme of the year at Sapics’s supply chain education excellence awards.Read more ...
| EATON SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCES TIME TO DELIVER VICKERS PVM PUMPS
(23 Apr 2012)
To respond to the needs of its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) customers, Eaton has localized the assembly and testing of its Vickers® PVM pump at its Wehrheim facility in Germany. This change has significantly reduced the lead time for the mosRead more ...
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MAN TO CUT EMISSIONS BY QUARTER
(23 Apr 2012)
MAN intends to reduce CO2 emissions at MAN sites by 25% worldwide by 2020 (baseline: 2008). This mandatory target is set out in the Climate Strategy, part of MAN’s Corporate Responsibility Strategy. It is presented in the 2011 MAN Corporate ResponsibRead more ...
| GAUTENG E-TOLLS
(19 Apr 2012)
The Association has followed varied routes to advance the case of freight operators regarding the intended implementation of the Gauteng E Tolls.Read more ...
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THE NEW CITAN FROM MERCEDES-BENZ A TRUL PROFESSIONAL URBAN DELIVERY VAN
(19 Apr 2012)
Robust and reliable, the Citan completes the Mercedes Benz famil of vansRead more ...
| TPMS PROFIT OPPORTUNITIES ON SHOW AT BRITYREX INTERNATIONAL
(17 Apr 2012)
Brityrex International 2012, EventCity, Manchester, 9 - 11 October 2012Read more ...
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SKF AMONG TOP MAN SUPPLIERS
(5 Apr 2012)
SKF South Africa’s Automotive Division placed second in the Supplier of the Year 2011 awards from MAN Truck and Bus (SA) Central Parts Division – Service Parts Category.Read more ...
| BOND INTERNATIONAL TO EXHIBIT SIX EXCLUSIVE BRANDS AT
(5 Apr 2012)
Brityrex International 2012, EventCity, Manchester, 9-11 October 2012Read more ...
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FIDELITY GETS NEW HINO 300S SERIES
(5 Apr 2012)
Bulugaya Engineering has met a very tight schedule to build seven Hino-based bullet resistant cash-in-transit vehicles for Fidelity Security Services: the order was placed on February 9 and finished vehicles supplied well before the end of March deadRead more ...
| GOODYEAR ON SHOW AT SABOA CONFERENCE
(26 Mar 2012)
The Goodyear truck team was once again present at the SABOA Conference, not only to exhibit its products and offer valuable advice, but also to show its support for the industry.Read more ...
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MAN MOVES MUNICH PASSENGERS
(26 Mar 2012)
MAN Truck & Bus Deutschland and AeroGround Flughafen München GmbH have signed a framework agreement on the delivery of 46 MAN regular-service buses for transporting airline passengers at Munich's Franz Josef Strauss airport. The vehicles will be deliRead more ...
| GOODYEAR INTRODUCES MICROCHIPS IN TRUCK TYRES
(26 Mar 2012)
Goodyear’s Regional RHT II RFID (Radio Frequency Identity) 435/50R19.5 trailer tyre with built-in microchip promises reduced downtime, improved tyre management and greater security.Read more ...
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WABCO ANNOUNCES NEW MULTI-YEAR AGREEMENT
(22 Mar 2012)
WABCO Announces New Multi-Year Agreement with Major Truck Manufacturer in U.S.A. to Supply Innovative Air Compression Technology Produced in Charleston, South CarolinaRead more ...
| COEGA AGREEMENT ON FAW R600 MILLION INVESTMENT
(22 Mar 2012)
The official sod-turning of the new state of the art FAW truck and passenger car plant took place recently at the Coega Industrial Development Zone outside Nelson Mandela Bay in the Eastern Cape Province.Read more ...
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TYREXPO DELIVERS FOR EXHIBITORS, DELEGATES
(20 Mar 2012)
OVER 140 delegates and exhibitors from more than 70 countries, along with increased delegate numbers (2 652), contributed to a highly successful fourth staging of Tyrexpo Africa.Read more ...
| WILLOWTON LOGISTICS – A LEADER IN THE SA ROAD TRANSPORT ARENA
(19 Mar 2012)
From modest beginnings less than five years ago, Pietermaritzburg-based Willowton Logistics has grown into a major South African transport company with its vehicles covering an average of two million kilometers a month.Read more ...
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IT SPECIALISTS BRINGING LATEST SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS TO
(19 Mar 2012)
Exhibitors will demonstrate tyre labelling softwareRead more ...
| TRENTYRE ON TRACK WITH NEW MAN BEHIND THE WHEEL
(15 Mar 2012)
Nigel Sowerby, the man behind the wheel of national tyre and related services retailer Trentyre, has his sights set on a major comeback for the group, and plans to drive it there through fundamental standards of excellence, “executed properly and thrRead more ...
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VEHICLE DISREPAIR AND THIRD PARTY LIABILITY
(15 Mar 2012)
Road accidents, in most cases, are caused by fault. When this fault can firstly be attributed to the driver or owner of a vehicle, and can further be proven to be linked to the damages sustained by a third party, the responsible party will have a claRead more ...
| COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE GOODYEAR TYRE & RUBBER COMPANY AND DUPONT INDUSTRIAL BIOSCIENCES RESULT IN BREAKTHROUGH TECHNOLOGY FOR TYRES MADE WITH RENEW
(14 Mar 2012)
Goodyear and DuPont Industrial Biosciences are working together to develop BioIsoprene™, a revolutionary bio-based alternative for petroleum-derived isoprene. BioIsoprene™ can be used for the production of synthetic rubber—which in turn is an alternaRead more ...
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MINISTER NDEBELE CALLS FOR INFORMATION ON GAUTENG E-TOLL TO BE MADE PUBLIC
(14 Mar 2012)
Transport Minister Sibusiso Ndebele has instructed the Board of the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral), an agency of the Department of Transport, to ensure that all information pertaining to the upgrading of the Gauteng Freeway ImprRead more ...
| VISITOR NUMBERS UP AS TYREXPO AFRICA’12 GETS OFF TO A POSITIVE START
(14 Mar 2012)
Tyrexpo Africa, the African continent’s only dedicated tyre, wheel and accessory show, opened its doors on Tuesday 6th March and reported increased visitor attendance compared to the 2010 show, both in terms of local and international visitors.Read more ...
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BENEFITS ALL ROUND FROM BEE TRUCKING DEAL
(13 Mar 2012)
FFS Refiners has signed a deal with a small enterprise trucking company, eAfrica Carriers, resulting in a win-win for both Durban companies.Read more ...
| MERCEDES-BENZ TRUCKS HAS A STRONG POSITION IN CHINA: INTENSIFIED COOPERATION WITH THE CHINESE CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY MANUFACTURER ZOOMLION
(29 Feb 2012)
Daimler and Zoomlion sign letter of intent for the delivery of 2,500 Mercedes-Benz trucksRead more ...
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WELCOME TO MY CAB’ – NEW ONLINE VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE
(29 Feb 2012)
Volvo Trucks’ online video series Welcome to my cab invites viewers into the cabs of truck drivers from around the world. In the latest episode, we visit Italian truck driver Paolo Villa and the Untouchable.Read more ...
| GARDEN CITY COMMERCIALS TOP MBSA PERFORMER
(29 Feb 2012)
GARDEN City Commercials was recently named the Mercedes-Benz group of companies’ Dealer of the Year. The award comes on the back of strong financial results for MBSA in 2011, which recorded 4% revenue growth over the previous year.Read more ...
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GAUTENG TOLL GATES: GORDHAN SETS A PRICE TRAP
(24 Feb 2012)
The Freedom Front Plus believes that the minister of Finance, Pravin Gordhan yesterday in his budget speech set a discriminating price trap for road users of the Gauteng toll gate system.Read more ...
| CARGO CARRIERS OFFERS FLEXIBILITY
(22 Feb 2012)
IT’S vital for businesses to have adaptable transport solutions to eliminate risk and waste. Logistics service provider Cargo Carriers, recognising the changing economic climate, is offering a flexible solution.Read more ...
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SABOA CONFERENCE
(17 Feb 2012)
SABOA’s 2012 national conference and exhibition takes place at the CSIR Conference Centre on Thursday February 23, assessing public transport issues affecting the bus and coach industry.Read more ...
| SABOA CONFERENCE 2012 : 23 FEBRUARY 2012
(17 Feb 2012)
Registration for 2012 SABOA ConferenceRead more ...
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CONTROL INSTRUMENTS-AUTOMOTIVE
(9 Feb 2012)
CONTROL Instruments-Automotive has launched five 2012 catalogues for its brands covering Gabriel shocks, struts and cartridges; AutoCom suspension and steering products; Magbrakes airbrakes and industrial products; Acsa-Mag electrical accessories andRead more ...
| IMPERIAL CULTIVATES SKILLS
(8 Feb 2012)
IMPERIAL Logistics’ employment of new graduates recently boosted its Graduate Development Programme to nearly 100 learners.Read more ...
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DATES SET FOR TYREXPO ASIA
(8 Feb 2012)
Tyrexpo Asia returns to the Singapore Expo Centre on March 19 – 21 2013, marking the ninth edition in the Tyrexpo Asia series.Read more ...
| SERCO LIGHTWEIGHT BREAD BODY A SASKO SUCCESS
(7 Feb 2012)
.Serco’s Cape Town branch has manufactured several new lightweight truck bodies for Sasko Bakeries,Read more ...
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RECORD YEAR FOR VOLVO BUSES
(3 Feb 2012)
VOLVO Buses notched up a record year in 2011, delivering 4 200 units in the fourth quarter, an increase of 29%. It delivered nearly 1000 units more than the same quarter in 2010, despite tough market conditions.Read more ...
| GOODYEAR FACILITATES FUEL SAVINGS
(3 Feb 2012)
GOODYEAR Europe recently hosted an event that saw over 170 of the continent’s top commercial fleet representatives, industry leaders and transportation policy makers attend a one-day symposium in Brussels designed to open a wider debate on increasedRead more ...
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NEW VW CRAFTER BOLSTERS PAYLOAD
(3 Feb 2012)
VOLKSWAGEN Commercial Vehicles’ new Crafter features an optimised interior and the latest generation of the fuel efficient TDI engines which promise to significantly reduce fuel and maintenance costs.Read more ...
| VOLVO 2011 SALES SOAR
(3 Feb 2012)
VOLVO Trucks increased deliveries in 2011 by 53% (115 346 trucks), with December deliveries increasing 27% year on year to 11 882 trucks.Read more ...
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HINO MOBILE CLINIC TO AID ZAMBIA
(1 Feb 2012)
SOS Children’s Villages Zambia recently had the unveiling of its mobile clinic, funded by donor Simon Jukes from HSBC UK.Read more ...
| WEARCHECK OFFERS ‘ONE STOP SHOP’ LUBRICANT TESTING
(31 Jan 2012)
OIL analysis specialist WearCheck offers a ‘one stop shop’ for all lubricant testing. It has created an extensive range of specialised tests, in addition to the standard tests, to address the needs of a broad spectrum of industries.Read more ...
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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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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 ...
| FULL HOUSE FOR TYREXPO AFRICA 2012 AS EXHIBITORS GEAR UP FOR BUMPER
(23 Jan 2012)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead 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 ...
| 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 ...
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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 ...
| 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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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 ...
| RADICAL SOUTH AFRICAN PRODUCER-PAYS WASTE TYRE SCHEME FOR
(12 Jan 2012)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead 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 ...
| MERCEDES-BENZ WINS HUGE SAUDI ORDER
(10 Jan 2012)
Austria’s Rosenbauer has ordered 620 Daimler chassis to be equipped with fire truck bodies and delivered to Saudi Arabia between 2012 and 2014. It is Mercedes-Benz Trucks’ biggest single order ever for chassis to be equipped with fire truck bodies.Read more ...
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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 ...
| MERCEDES-BENZ TO FIT CITYBUS IN INDIA WITH DIWA.5
(9 Jan 2012)
Voith to Start Series Delivery of DIWA Transmissions for IndiaRead more ...
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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 ...
| MANGANESE MINE CONTRACT OPENS DOORS
(14 Dec 2011)
Crossroads enters into the manganese mining market with fuel distribution contractRead more ...
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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 ...
| 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 ...
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WORLD-CLASS EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS BRING LATEST AND BEST TECHNOLOGY
(12 Dec 2011)
6 – 8 March 2012, Sandton Convention Centre, JohannesburgRead more ...
| ATEGO TAKES THE EXPRESS ROUTE
(7 Dec 2011)
• Mercedes-Benz BlueTec in Atego – a first in Southern AfricaRead 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 ...
| 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 ...
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PRESTIGIOUS DESIGN AWARD FOR UNIMOG STUDY
(2 Dec 2011)
• “red dot award” honours innovative designRead more ...
| FUSO AT THE TOKYO MOTOR SHOW 2011
(2 Dec 2011)
• World premiere of the new Fuso Canter Eco HybridRead more ...
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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 ...
| 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 ...
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