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September 6, 2018

Knowing the Ts & Cs of your heavy haulage insurance

August 22, 2017

For transporters within the heavy haulage industries accidents can prove costly. Having the correct comprehensive insurance is a legal requirement. However, insurers can have legal recourse should it be found…

How to drive through a veld fire

January 16, 2017

As dry conditions prevail in parts of South Africa, water restrictions are enforced and temperatures rise, so does the risk of veld fires. Drivers who are caught in the smoke…

Keep Calm and Carry on Driving

October 26, 2016

I recently completed the specialised defensive driving course, required for full membership of the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ), and did pass with flying colours, I’m happy to…

Battery flat? Limit expensive downtime

October 25, 2016

A common reason for trucks to spend time standing idle is electrical failure, which often includes dead batteries. While downtime is an inevitable part of truck and fleet operation, it…

Brake & Tyre Watch opens eyes about Unroadworthy Trucks

October 19, 2016

Hino South Africa, one of the country’s leading truck manufacturers, recently sponsored the first joint Brake & Tyre Watch event to be attended by truck operators, Hino dealers and a…

Tyre Information Booklet

September 22, 2016

Tyre Maintenance Schedule Each tyre has distinctive markings on its side wall. These markings are not only valuable information for the tyre manufacturer or reseller, but can give the buyer…

How to meet forklift training regulation

September 9, 2016

The need to send employees for forklift training is not only fuelled by its potential to reduce costs and injury, but is an important legal requirement as well. According to…

Out Of Warranty Doesn’t Have To Mean Out Of Pocket

May 13, 2016

New car sales have taken a dramatic downturn and all indications are that consumers are choosing to keep their cars longer. Les McMaster, Chairman of the Motor Industry Workshop Association…

BEWARE of increased fraud in tough times

April 25, 2016

Don’t cut back on fraud and corruption reporting mechanisms during tough economic times. This warning comes from Dale Horne, head of Whistle Blowers, South Africa’s leading independent whistleblowing service provider….

ASK… before you lease

April 25, 2016

Leasing equipment allows businesses to control expenses and conserve capital whilst ensuring that they are getting the latest, top quality machinery that is well maintained and safe. However, before leasing…

Traffic Over Long Weekends

March 17, 2016

Pretoria, 17 March 2016. The South African National Roads Agency SOC Ltd (SANRAL), which manages 21 451 of national routes, would like to advise road users of the expected peak…

Knowing…prevents towing!

February 22, 2016

Maintenance costs can be reduced by up to 30%, productivity can rocket by 25%, and downtime due to outage can be lowered by up to 45%.  For organisations within the…

Filter out excess costs

February 22, 2016

Proper maintenance is essential when it comes to equipment life. A damaged air-filter or improper service will pass contaminants that cause wear in the engine. Many customers are not always…

Chasing Productivity at the Cost of Safety?

February 8, 2016

Chasing Productivity at the Cost of Safety? Today’s fast turnaround, customer satisfaction-driven economy puts more pressure than ever on distributiant aspects of driving lift trucks are often overlooked by employers….

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