Editorial
Power shift
While the South African economic outlook remains dismal, evidence or resilience is amazingly being seen in the transport and related industries. Production figures in the mining and manufacturing sectors for…
Read MoreAutomotive industry continues to outperform SA’s economy
The South African motor industry is in an extremely weird phase right now. The transport sector defied expectations of under-performance in the fourth quarter of 2022 to be the best…
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Volkswagen partners with DHL Express South Africa for the pilot test of ID.Buzz Cargo fleet in South Africa
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has partnered with DHL Express for the pilot test of the ID.Buzz Cargo fleet in South Africa….
Read MoreMaximising airbag safety
Airbags are one of the most important components of modern vehicle safety, significantly reducing risk of injury or death in…
Read MoreWesBank offers advice to cross-border travellers this holiday season
The countdown to the summer holidays is in full swing for most South Africans, and many are planning road trips…
Read MoreYour next smart device is an Audi e-tron
In its ongoing effort to fast-track the local adoption of electric mobility, Audi South Africa has launched a national awareness…
Read MoreRSP-SA’s AGM calls for urgent action
Despite numerous safety interventions, South African roads remain in a crisis of loss and risk that demands immediate attention. The…
Read MoreEicher Trucks and Buses Enhances Product Range, Enters Bus Segment in South Africa
Eicher Trucks and Buses today unveiled the next generation Eicher bus at Eicher Dealership Conference 2023. This marks the entry…
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…
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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…
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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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