Regulars
Regulars
FOcus on transport and Logistics
Our regular columns and sections are all contributions from leading industry figures.
More “advice” for Prasa
In July, this column warned of problems ahead with the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa’s (Prasa’s) plans to buy 7 224 new coaches....
What’s the buzz in BRT?
South African public transport has been entering the new phase of bus rapid transit (BRT) in various cities over the last few years. CLAIRE...
London goes electric – Second Time Around!
London is making a return to electric buses – after 35 years, reports FRANK BEETON
A partnership of loading power
With seven divisions in its portfolio – including Greyhound, Mega Coach and Citiliner – Unitrans Passenger is one of Irizar South Africa’s oldest clients.
The rise of machines …
… and the fall in the skills to operate them. As motor vehicles become more automated, there is a risk of drivers becoming overly...
Busy brizzy truck show
In his monthly review of global news for local truckers, FRANK BEETON takes a look at interesting exhibits at the Brisbane Truck Show, updates...
King Kei of Japan
Japan has come a long way since the ravages of the Second World War; the tiny vehicles that have mobilised the nation certainly had...
Wanted: youngsters in our industry
The skills crisis is one of our industry’s greatest challenges. After all, without diesel mechanics, for instance, the wheels of our industry will stop...
The troubles of truck accident repairs
Getting your commercial vehicle back on the road, as soon as possible after it has been in an accident, is a major benefit in...
What happened to Appendix F?
Last month we pointed to the mysterious disappearance of Appendix F from the website of the Gauteng 25-year transport plan. It was criticised in...
Daimler expands in South America
FRANK BEETON reports on significant investments made by Daimler in Latin America.
Building an environment for public transport
The recent Southern African Transport Conference featured an array of sessions about urban public transport development in South Africa. GAVIN MYERS attended to find...
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