Regulars

Regulars

FOcus on transport and Logistics

Our regular columns and sections are all contributions from leading industry figures.

Those magnificent Germans in their beer-viewing machines
February 4, 2014

Those magnificent Germans in their beer-viewing machines

Germany: a nation stereotyped around its engineering prowess, ruthless efficiency, love for beer … and sense of humour … Wait, that can’t be right?

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CNH Industrial – the emergence of a global giant
February 2, 2014

CNH Industrial – the emergence of a global giant

In his monthly review of global news for local truckers, FRANK BEETON digs out the background to the formation of CNH Industrial, takes a...

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FOCUS makes history!
February 1, 2014

FOCUS makes history!

I am delighted to announce THE most significant event in the history of this magazine. The event to which I allude is also momentous...

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2013 one of the best
February 1, 2014

2013 one of the best

With 2013 ending on a much higher note than expected, how will the market behave in 2014?

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The art of wise buying
February 1, 2014

The art of wise buying

The motives of operators are changing when it comes to buying new stock. Globalised sourcing of components, value-added services and a reduction in risk...

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Transport IQ
February 1, 2014

Transport IQ

It would seem that those running our public transport systems, and indeed our cities, have no regard for public transport at all

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V is for VIP versatility
February 1, 2014

V is for VIP versatility

Mercedes-Benz states that it is redefining the multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) with the new V-Class. JACO DE KLERK takes a look at this youngest member...

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The future of bus design starts here!
February 1, 2014

The future of bus design starts here!

FRANK BEETON reports on a most unusual concept bus from Iveco.

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Bus business bounces back
February 1, 2014

Bus business bounces back

The bus side of public transport took a knock in 2009, but things are on the up-and-up once more. JACO DE KLERK takes a...

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Bring it on
January 1, 2014

Bring it on

I am a firm believer in the tenacity of South Africans as a whole and our industry in particular. As such, I believe that...

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What might 2014 hold?
January 1, 2014

What might 2014 hold?

Despite perceived negativity surrounding the economic performance of South Africa and other western countries, the local truck and bus market could very well grow...

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Christmas time is here again
December 4, 2013

Christmas time is here again

Well, another year has come and gone! As 2013 draws to a close, I think we all need to set some serious resolutions

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