Features

Features

FOcus on transport and Logistics

Our monthly features are designed to cover the core areas of interest within the commercial transport industry.

Ready for lift-off?
August 17, 2015

Ready for lift-off?

This year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), some 3,5-billion people and 55-million tonnes of cargo will travel safely by air over...

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A van test โ€“ in the Arctic
August 17, 2015

A van test โ€“ in the Arctic

Seen as the top set of trials in Europe, the 2015 instalment of the annual Arctic Van Test has showed how similar modern competitor...

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What customers want
August 17, 2015

What customers want

Hino has expanded the appeal of its medium-weight 300-Series by adding some key models to the range. GAVIN MYERS experienced them.

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Finding the right vehicle at the right price
August 17, 2015

Finding the right vehicle at the right price

One of the goals of commercial vehicle finance and insurance is to make it easier for owners or operators to run a successful business....

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Heavy-duty heels
August 17, 2015

Heavy-duty heels

Since August is Womenโ€™s Month, itโ€™s the perfect time to reflect on what women have achieved in the local transport industry

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You scratch my back โ€ฆ
August 17, 2015

You scratch my back โ€ฆ

People have been extracting minerals for thousands of years โ€ฆ We use them for decorative purposes, to construct vital infrastructure and in life-saving technologies...

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Management: a weak link in the (supply) chain?
August 17, 2015

Management: a weak link in the (supply) chain?

Rapid change is a permanent feature in the economy. This is highlighted in the 12th supplychainforesight study โ€“ released by Barloworld Logistics. With new...

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Green and blue are the new black
July 17, 2015

Green and blue are the new black

Now more than ever, the transport sector is under pressure to safeguard the environment. CLAIRE RENCKEN takes a look at some of the latest...

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Seeking solutions for every problem
July 17, 2015

Seeking solutions for every problem

Vehicle owners are always concerned about the cost of servicing and maintaining their vehicles, which is where reliable warranties come in. However, that is...

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Simulators for safety
July 17, 2015

Simulators for safety

When attending the recent Road Freight Association (RFA) convention, GAVIN MYERS met with Thivash Moodley, CEO of TMI Dynamatics, to find out more about...

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Donโ€™t let your tyres get tired
July 17, 2015

Donโ€™t let your tyres get tired

We take a look at whatโ€™s new and whatโ€™s hot on the tyre circuit โ€“ including in the somewhat uncharted territory of tyre sealants....

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A fast, fresh partnership
July 17, 2015

A fast, fresh partnership

The business partnership between Imperial Fast โ€˜n Fresh, Woolworths and Mercedes-Benz South Africaโ€™s FleetBoard is the perfect demonstration of how this telematics-supported service is...

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