Category:Featured November 2011

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November 1, 2011

Commercials strut their stuff

The Johannesburg International Motor Show (JIMS) was a hive of activity and the Bus and Truck Show, running concurrently, was no exception. FOCUS trawled...

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Dawn of a new era
November 1, 2011

Dawn of a new era

Quality. Reliability. Passion. Commitment. Perfection. A steadfast set of values. But make way for… Innovation. JACO DE KLERK takes a look at GRW’s new...

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Light-ing the way
November 1, 2011

Light-ing the way

Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) were almost as ubiquitous as their heavier counterparts at this year’s Johannesburg International Motor Show (JIMS). FOCUS brings you what’s...

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Local is “lekker”
November 1, 2011

Local is “lekker”

Increased raw material costs, cheap imports, and a host of other factors are keeping the South African tyre industry on its toes. JACO DE...

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Rebel with a cause: the new FJ Cruiser is an utterly sensational throwback to the original FJ40 of the 1960s.
November 1, 2011

Land (Cruiser) ahoy!

1951 was a bad year for babies and a good year for motoring. The first oral contraceptive was invented that year; but so too...

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Fleet management hits cyberspace!
November 1, 2011

Fleet management hits cyberspace!

The power of the internet has been harnessed for use by fleet owners, who will now be able to check up on their vehicles...

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New Actros: utterly awesome!
November 1, 2011

New Actros: utterly awesome!

It’s October – which, in Munich, means Oktoberfest time (although serious doppers should note that this event actually kicks off in September). CHARLEEN CLARKE...

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From left: Naveen Sook, FleetBoard South Africa aftersales manager; Fast ‘n Fresh drivers Pieter Adriaanse and Basil Bailey; and driver trainer Dennis Jolliffe.
November 1, 2011

Nothing less than the best

It came down to 25 drivers from 13 countries. Who would take honours? GAVIN MYERS looks at Imperial Logistics’ Pieter Adriaanse and Basil Bailey’s...

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