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The logistics sector lifts its head during October.

November 29, 2023

Following four consecutive monthly contractions, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index defied expectations to record growth during October. At an index level of 120.7, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index is tracking 2.8% above year-ago levels. While the improvement at the start of the fourth quarter is encouraging, a note of caution is appropriate as…

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Ford adds the Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to its Passenger Vehicle Line-up

November 29, 2023

Ford has launched the exciting Puma in South Africa, introducing its vibrant SUV-inspired compact crossover to local customers. The Puma fuses an unmissable silhouette, uncompromised load space and interior comfort, along with Ford’s multiple award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine. The Ford Puma has become a firm favourite in the compact SUV segment in Europe thanks to…

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ISUZU hands over three ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to Gift of the Givers to amplify critical disaster relief

November 28, 2023

ISUZU Motors South Africa is proud to announce the handover of three new ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to humanitarian aid organisation Gift of the Givers, renewing its commitment to amplify efforts to bring critical disaster relief to affected areas, often in hard-to-reach and remote locations across South Africa. The handover is a continuation of a partnership…

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Hyundai Motor Group chair wins Automotive News’ Industry Leader award

November 27, 2023

Hyundai Motor Group’s executive chair, Euisun Chung, has been chosen as winner of the Industry Leader category in the 2023 Automotive News All-Stars awards. For 40 years, Automotive News All-Stars has honoured visionary figures in the mobility industry who have demonstrated an exceptional contribution to progress and shaping change, with Chung voted this year’s recipient…

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Takealot goes green with JAC N75 EV battery-electric trucks

November 24, 2023

Takealot, embracing sustainability and cost-efficiency, has embarked on a green journey by transitioning to battery-electric trucks to cut emissions and operating expenses. At a recent event in Cape Town, the company welcomed its inaugural fleet of four JAC N75 EV 4-tonne battery-electric trucks in a deal facilitated through Aeversa, a JAC Motors EV dealer, and…

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New TIGGO 7 Pro Max Press Release

November 24, 2023

As the champions of more, Chery South Africa is proud to announce a new addition to the TIGGO 7 Pro range, the New TIGGO 7 Pro Max. Engineered for every adventure, the TIGGO 7 Pro Max provides the option of a versatile all-wheel drive model and two-wheel drive model, while offering drivers the flexibility of…

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Put it in the boot!

November 24, 2023

Earlier this year, stats were released that said between April and September, the city of Cape Town reported a slight decrease in theft from vehicles. Unfortunately, concurrently, there was a 500% increase in the number of smash-and-grab incidents. Consequently, the City released six intersections where the most smash-and-grab incidents and/or theft out of motor vehicle…

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Goodyear’s Cutting-Edge Tyres for Every Vehicle: Unveiling the Goodyear EV-Ready Logo

November 23, 2023

All new and current Goodyear tyres are optimised to deliver exceptional performance for electric and internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, and this will be further clarified by the introduction of the new Goodyear EV-Ready logo. The new label, which will be introduced on the sidewall of all new replacement tyres from the beginning of 2024,…

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OMADA unveils the C5 GT: Redefining excellence with power and personalisation

November 23, 2023

The long-anticipated moment arrived today as OMODA officially launched the C5 GT in Cape Town. Local media and guests were not just treated to a visual showcase, but also to a full driving experience of this urban crossover SUV, seamlessly blending power, style, and cutting-edge technology. This reveal follows its initial debut at the 2023…

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Audi South Africa introduces a range of special-edition models unique to the local market

November 23, 2023

In order to offer South African consumers even better value for money and increased convenience when specifying their new vehicle, Audi South Africa is proud to announce the launch of a number of special-edition derivatives across key product ranges. Black Edition and Urban Edition models boast additional cosmetic and functional features, and will be available…

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Editorial

Power shift

July 7, 2023

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…

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Automotive industry continues to outperform SA’s economy

June 9, 2023

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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Local Industry

Ctrack TFI Graphs

The logistics sector lifts its head during October.

November 29, 2023

Following four consecutive monthly contractions, the Ctrack Transport and Freight Index defied expectations to record growth during October. At an…

Read More
Ford adds the Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to its Passenger Vehicle Line-up

Ford adds the Vibrant and Dynamic Puma to its Passenger Vehicle Line-up

November 29, 2023

Ford has launched the exciting Puma in South Africa, introducing its vibrant SUV-inspired compact crossover to local customers. The Puma…

Read More
ISUZU hands over three ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to Gift of the Givers to amplify critical disaster relief

ISUZU hands over three ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to Gift of the Givers to amplify critical disaster relief

November 28, 2023

ISUZU Motors South Africa is proud to announce the handover of three new ISUZU D-MAX bakkies to humanitarian aid organisation…

Read More

Hyundai Motor Group chair wins Automotive News’ Industry Leader award

November 27, 2023

Hyundai Motor Group’s executive chair, Euisun Chung, has been chosen as winner of the Industry Leader category in the 2023…

Read More
Takealot goes green with JAC N75 EV battery-electric trucks

Takealot goes green with JAC N75 EV battery-electric trucks

November 24, 2023

Takealot, embracing sustainability and cost-efficiency, has embarked on a green journey by transitioning to battery-electric trucks to cut emissions and…

Read More

New TIGGO 7 Pro Max Press Release

November 24, 2023

As the champions of more, Chery South Africa is proud to announce a new addition to the TIGGO 7 Pro…

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Trucking tips

Tread tyre safety carefully

Tread tyre safety carefully

November 6, 2023

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…

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No, not tired. Actually, you are…

June 1, 2023

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…

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Fuel savings for trucks – Part 2

July 5, 2022

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…

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Fuel-saving for trucks – Part 1

June 30, 2022

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…

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Full maintenance leasing solutions helping develop owner driver schemes

January 28, 2022

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…

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Castrol urges truckers to drive safely during lockdown

Castrol urges truckers to drive safely during lockdown

March 30, 2020

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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LCVs and Panel Vans

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Tourer 1

The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Experience Luxury through Peace of Mind this December

December 8, 2022

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…

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Isuzu Maintains BBBEE level 1

September 1, 2021

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,…

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NGV Metrobus

The Spin behind NGVs

July 6, 2020

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,…

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Opel Van

Opel Moves People & Goods, Easily!

August 22, 2019

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…

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Volkswagen launches Caddy 1.0 TSI

November 15, 2018

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…

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New era for enhanced Isuzu bakkie range in South Africa

October 31, 2018

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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Trucks

FAW Jan 2015

FAW trucks kicks off 2015 with another First

January 29, 2015

A First for FAW trucks as it heads into 2015. A mere six months after opening its plant in Coega to assemble FAW trucks locally, the company has dispatched its first…

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Powerstar's V3

Powerstar V3 is a beautiful beast

January 29, 2015

Powerstar V3 is ready for any heavyweight bout. Just like a heavyweight boxer, the Powerstar V3  stands – waiting, concentrating, muscles taut and skin glistening with perspiration – its energy pulsating…

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Imperial Cargo boosts fleet with sixty MAN trucks

January 29, 2015

60 MAN TGS 26.440 long-haul units have been added to the Imperial Cargo fleet.   Imperial Cargo has procured 60 MAN TGS 26.440 truck-tractors to service its line-haul operations in southern…

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Only one truck works for Africa – that’s the FAW 28.380FT truck tractor, says BHL

May 29, 2014

What more can a truck manufacturer wish for than a customer who not only sings the praises of its brand and its after sales support, but also claims that for…

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JMC

All aboard the torquey JMC Boarding

March 18, 2014

While it won’t set its rear-wheels on fire when it comes to performance, the JMC Boarding 2.8 is blessed with 84kW of power at 3 600rpm and a gutsy 235N.m…

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Transit2

Transit joins Ranger in Ford’s expanding line-up

March 18, 2014

Ford’s local Ranger line-up, which is produced on a high-tech assembly line in Silverton, Pretoria, already enjoys an envious reputation for its successes – constantly giving the leaders in the…

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