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FOcus on transport and Logistics
The articles, features, profiles and launches that deal exclusively with the local transport market place can be
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Powerful backing for the Powerstar
The decision by China North Industries Corporation (Norinco) to take over Powerstar bodes well for the future prospects for the brand in Southern Africa.
Volvo’s vote of confidence
Previous winner of the FOCUS on Excellence Award for Best Touring Coach, Volvo Southern Africa’s 2010 nominations, in no fewer than four FOCUS on...
Test and drive: the Scania way
Scania’s new R-Series range was put to test against previous ranges. FOCUS took them for a drive and discovers how they could just about...
Attenzione! Astra’s here to stay
Astra’s African footprint is spreading like wildfire across the plains and with a man like Andrea Ceccarelli lighting the fire there is no stopping...
Checkmate Isuzu
Isuzu Truck South Africa is about to introduce the eagerly-awaited FX-Series. RUDI MASSYN had the unique opportunity to spend time in the cab and...
Seeing green
Barloworld Logistics is streaks ahead of the pack with its new Green Trailer. CAITLYN MOONY takes a look at the aerodynamically designed truck-trailer that...
Amarok in action
The Volkswagen Amarok is here. Well, almost. CHARLEEN CLARKE was one of the first South African journalists to drive it on South African roads.
Exercising control, making life easier
Karen Smith is the Engen Diesel Club/eFuel marketing manager and a rose amongst the thorns of the fuel industry. DAVID SHEPHERD interviewed her at...
Thirty years strong
There’s no denying the allure of a shiny new cab and a more powerful engine. Truckers are drawn to them like bees to a...
Female take over
Coordinating the logistics for the national soccer teams during the 2010 Fifa World Cup was no easy task, and with 95% of the staff...
Ladies making a difference
August is women’s month, with National Women’s Day being on 9 August. FOCUS takes time out to celebrate the women of Irizar Southern Africa,...
It’s conference time!
From September 9 to 12 the Professional Movers’ Association (PMA) will hold its annual conference in the Drakensberg, where 150 delegates are expected to...