Editorial
Government needs to step in
Government needs to step in The proliferation of car guards and street vendors directing traffic during loadshedding is a serious concern, and traffic authorities must do more to ensure the…
Read MoreIt is not all doom and gloom
It is not all doom and gloom President and CEO of Toyota Motors South Africa Andrew Kirby predicts that in 2023 the total South African vehicle market will sell 570…
Read MoreLocal Industry
The logistics sector lifts its head during October.
Following four consecutive monthly contractions, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index defied expectations to record growth during October. At an…
Read MoreFord adds the Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to its Passenger Vehicle Line-up
Ford has launched the exciting Puma in South Africa, introducing its vibrant SUV-inspired compact crossover to local customers. The Puma…
Read MoreISUZU hands over three ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to Gift of the Givers to amplify critical disaster relief
ISUZU Motors South Africa is proud to announce the handover of three new ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to humanitarian aid organisation…
Read MoreHyundai Motor Group chair wins Automotive News’ Industry Leader award
Hyundai Motor Group’s executive chair, Euisun Chung, has been chosen as winner of the Industry Leader category in the 2023…
Read MoreTakealot goes green with JAC N75 EV battery-electric trucks
Takealot, embracing sustainability and cost-efficiency, has embarked on a green journey by transitioning to battery-electric trucks to cut emissions and…
Read MoreNew TIGGO 7 Pro Max Press Release
As the champions of more, Chery South Africa is proud to announce a new addition to the TIGGO 7 Pro…
Read MoreTrucking tips
Tread tyre safety carefully
As drivers plan end of year breaks, tyre checks should be on their list of things to do before embarking on long trips. The importance of getting your tyres checked…
Read MoreNo, not tired. Actually, you are…
Driving while fatigued is difficult to measure as a cause of accidents. According to the National Safety Council in the USA, drowsy driving accounts for approximately 100 000 crashes, 71…
Read MoreFuel savings for trucks – Part 2
Tonight, the price of 95 unleaded petrol will increase by R2.57, 93 unleaded by R2.37 and diesel will increase by R2.30 per litre. Now that the price per litre of…
Read MoreFuel-saving for trucks – Part 1
The recent fuel price increases and rumours about the upcoming price increase being between R2 and R3 per litre, not only has motorists frustrated but panicked about whether it will…
Read MoreFull maintenance leasing solutions helping develop owner driver schemes
28 January 2022: The owner-driver concept was introduced in South Africa in the mid-1980s as both a cost-effective and community upliftment transport solution. The premise of the scheme was to…
Read MoreCastrol urges truckers to drive safely during lockdown
The nationwide lockdown as a result of efforts to curb the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus will undoubtedly have a dramatic effect on road traffic for the stipulated 21-day period…
Read MoreLCVs and Panel Vans
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Experience Luxury through Peace of Mind this December
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter epitomises spaciousness, comfort and safety. Therefore, it’s no surprise that this vehicle has taken the South African tourism industry by storm. “When being transported to your holiday…
Read MoreIsuzu Maintains BBBEE level 1
Gqeberha – Isuzu Motors South Africa has maintained an automotive industry leading level one in their Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) audit for a second consecutive year. Billy Tom,…
Read MoreThe Spin behind NGVs
NGVs: The growth in popularity Running a vehicle on Compressed Natural Gas is a novice concept for many South Africans. Although Natural Gas filling stations have been active since 2014,…
Read MoreOpel Moves People & Goods, Easily!
Rüsselsheim. Attractive, flexible and practical vans are named Zafira. The success story continues with the fourth generation Opel model! Newly developed fourth-generation model Twenty years after the success of the…
Read MoreVolkswagen launches Caddy 1.0 TSI
The second best-selling model in Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ range, the Caddy 1.0 TSI combines space efficiency with sleek Volkswagen design and affordable running costs. Currently in its fourth generation, the…
Read MoreNew era for enhanced Isuzu bakkie range in South Africa
Isuzu Motors South Africa (Isuzu) has refreshed its bakkie range, giving it a new name along with higher levels of specification, quality and efficiency to make its popular light commercial…
Read MoreTrucks
Mercedes-Benz Trucks concludes the Actros’ Silver Jubilee in South Africa with the launch of twenty-five, 25th Limited Edition trucks
In conclusion of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Mercedes-Benz Actros in South Africa and to recognise the significant role loyal customers played in the success of the product locally,…
Read MoreJAC Motors Enhances Warranties and Service Plans
With a growing interest in JAC Motors‘ products, the company is making a significant move to enhance customer after-sales plans for its dependable workhorse line-up. This decisive step reinforces the…
Read MoreUD Trucks reigns supreme for driving Women and Youth Empowerment and Most Improved BBBEE OEM of the year
In a show of remarkable improvement towards transformation in the workplace and communities within which the company operates. UD Trucks Southern Africa was recognized for spearheading Women and Youth Empowerment and…
Read MoreFour Million Engines in 59 Years – Ford’s Struandale Engine Plant Celebrates Major Production Milestones
Ford’s long and proud history in South Africa is inextricably linked to the city of Port Elizabeth (now known as Gqeberha) – after all, it’s where Ford Motor Company of…
Read MoreSA ranks in top 10 EMEA markets for Volvo EX30 pre-orders
Volvo Car South Africa has revealed that early demand for its new fully electric EX30 has been incredibly strong, with the local market ranking in the top ten for pre-orders…
Read MoreFord South Africa partners with Faces, strengthening ties with adventure-sport communities
Ford South Africa is excited to announce its partnership with Faces, a renowned name in mountain biking, road cycling, and adventure-endurance events. This collaboration aims to connect the Ford brand…
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