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FOcus on transport and Logistics
The ins and outs of dangerous goods
For those who are new to the transportation and handling of dangerous goods (DG), the rules and regulations surrounding these activities can be confusing....
Department of Transport proposes major changes to the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA), Act 93 of 1996
The Road Freight Association (RFA) received a fax regarding proposed major changes to the National Road Traffic Act (NRTA), Act 93 of 1996 on...
Putting for charity
This year’s annual Alex SPPS Golf Day was the 10th of its kind, and an indication that local business is still adamant to fight...
Alternative trucking solutions
As the economic recession drags on, truck launches, manufacturer partnerships and the drive to find sustainable transport solutions continues, in hopes of a better...
Market focus – Third quarter tentative recovery?
Following four consecutive quarters of falling volumes, the local commercial vehicle market has shown its first positive evidence of recovery during the third quarter...
Toughing out the local market
It’s been a tough year for the extra-heavy commercial vehicle segment, particularly when we consider the phenomenal growth of this sector throughout 2007/8. NADINE...
Optare seizes the initiative
The future of busing looks bright as an array of new developments are destined for South African shores.
Back 2 the future
Local government’s complete lack of regulation regarding climate change and emission standards is about to change. Come 1 January 2010, the production of all...
In constant communication
Although vehicle tracking technology has been around for a quite a while, it has changed significantly over the last few years. These advancements have...
A life on the road
What better way to learn about the ins and outs of the trucking industry than to drive a truck oneself? This is exactly what...
A greener solution
Public transport has long been toted as one of the answers to greenhouse gas emissions – the more people riding a bus, the fewer...