Regulars

Regulars

FOcus on transport and Logistics

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

You're mine, taxi!
March 4, 2013

You’re mine, taxi!

South Africans are accustomed to catching a taxi at the raise of a hand, but what if you could put the taxi in your...

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Rocks for Arocs!
March 2, 2013

Rocks for Arocs!

In his monthly review of global news for local truckers, FRANK BEETON examines the third new member of Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty truck family, and is...

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The road to green
March 1, 2013

The road to green

The United Kingdom (UK) is taking the business of emissions very seriously – with massive implications for transport operators. I cannot help but wonder...

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Selecting and employing a new truck or bus driver
March 1, 2013

Selecting and employing a new truck or bus driver

Employing and training the right person to drive your vehicles saves time, money and perhaps even your company’s reputation. Here are some points to...

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The Clarion call
March 1, 2013

The Clarion call

A clarion call, says the Cambridge dictionary, is a very clear message or instruction about what action is needed. Something must have happened while...

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Leading, by example
March 1, 2013

Leading, by example

Having looked at developing and growing consciously active people, Jannie Koegelenberg delves into the topic of leadership.

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Developing diligent drivers
March 1, 2013

Developing diligent drivers

From drivers of minibuses to those of coaches, the bus industry has a number of exciting opportunities for new and experienced drivers alike. Learning...

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Marcopolo Moves into North America
March 1, 2013

Marcopolo Moves into North America

The aquision of a substantial stake in a Canadian company gives this bus manufacturer access to exciting new markets. FRANK BEETON reports.  

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SA's deadly cocktail
February 4, 2013

SA’s deadly cocktail

We know the dangers associated with drinking and driving, but there is an even more dangerous cocktail that South African motorists need to wake...

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Cummins-powered Internationals are a go
February 2, 2013

Cummins-powered Internationals are a go

In his monthly review of global news for local truckers, FRANK BEETON updates the Stateside engine supply situation at Navistar International, reports on a...

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Scania goes big!
February 1, 2013

Scania goes big!

I just love starting the year with good news. And there is a truck load of good news emerging from the Scania stable, as...

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Tough year, good finish
February 1, 2013

Tough year, good finish

Despite adverse conditions, says FRANK BEETON, the local commercial vehicle market finished 2012 well – and there should be more to come during 2013

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