Features
Features
FOcus on transport and Logistics
Our monthly features are designed to cover the core areas of interest within the commercial transport industry.
Tale of typewriters and a terrific bakkie!
Did you know that Mercedes-Benz used to make a bakkie long, long ago? And that Mercedes (sans Benz) made a typewriter? CHARLEEN CLARKE travels...
MANโs latest range: all things to all people!
MAN recently presented its new van and truck products for 2018 at a special event in Barcelona. Dubbed the โMAN Full Range Daysโ, the...
A commitment to safe chemical transportation
The transportation of hazardous fuels and chemicals requires careful attention to detail and specialised supply chain and transport logistics services that adhere to safety,...
Next moves for EHCV suppliers
More and more extra-heavy commercial vehicles (EHCVs) are being introduced into the South African market. WILLIAM GEORGE speaks to some local companies to find...
Hassle-free tyre solutions
With so many tyre support solutions available, choosing the most suitable one can be difficult. WILLIAM GEORGE speaks to some companies about the latest...
Monitoring, maintaining and maximising fleet operations
Optimising operations and reducing costs is the only way to survive in the competitive transport industry. MARISKA MORRIS looks at technology that could assist...
Comtrans echoes a market on the boil!
The Russian market is on the boil and this was reflected in the number of launches and Russian premieres at Comtrans 2017
Russia rising!
Russia is undoubtedly one of the most interesting โ and challenging โ commercial vehicle markets in the world. Home to over eight-million commercial vehicles,...
Hitting the highway
Traditionally better known in the rough-and-tough mining and construction industries, Powerstar has officially launched its assault on the long-haul market. GAVIN MYERS reports
Food transport whipped into shape
Maintaining the quality of products is essential in the transportation of food, especially with the introduction of the new Notice R364 draft regulation. MARISKA...
From horse shoes to trailer big boots
Schmitz Cargobull, one of the biggest trailer companies in the world, made big news in this country earlier this year when it acquired 33...
Cool Technology for refrigerated trailers
Technology drives the refrigerated trailer sector by providing the latest cooling solutions to ensure the safety of goods and the sustainability of refrigeration fleet...
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