Regulars

Regulars

FOcus on transport and Logistics

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

Irizar’s irresistible i6
September 1, 2012

Irizar’s irresistible i6

This versatile, high-end coach is ideal for express and touring services. It is a safe, reliable and cost-effective vehicle, renowned for its features, design,...

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The new regulator on the block
September 1, 2012

The new regulator on the block

The bus and coach industry is slowly recovering from the slump it experienced after the 2010 FIFA World Cup. JACO DE KLERK wonders if...

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August 4, 2012

Come #KuierandDop @FOCUSmagSA

If you thought the above headline suffered from some serious sub-editing malfunction, read on. This is the new age. Come and join us!

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Navistar rumblings …
August 2, 2012

Navistar rumblings …

In his monthly review of global news for local truckers, FRANK BEETON reports on extensive media speculation regarding the future of Navistar International, details...

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August 1, 2012

Success!

Truck Test 2012 is done and dusted – and I am delighted to report that it has been a massive success!

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Truck market continues to climb
August 1, 2012

Truck market continues to climb

The truck market’s recent pattern of steady and consistent growth continued in the second quarter of 2012, says FRANK BEETON in his quarterly review...

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Where IS the road money going?
August 1, 2012

Where IS the road money going?

With the mammoth budgets allocated to provincial roads, one has to ask where it’s going – and why, with energising case studies such as...

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August 1, 2012

Protecting our roads

In the last few months, I’ve had the opportunity to travel on many of our national and secondary roads – and have been alarmed...

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From left: Marietjie Haasbroek, business development coordinator; Ingrid Hutten, creditors Clerk; Carina Kleyn, accounting manager; Tshego Mohajane, cost accountant; Petunia Gwiji, SHEQ officer; Portia Gwiji, receptionist; Corne Venter, projects manager; and Kobbie Scholtz, creditors Clerk.
August 1, 2012

WoMAN enough?

Guess who keeps things going at MAN Bus & Coach? The ladies, that’s who. GAVIN MYERS spoke to the women at the company’s Olifantsfontein...

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Take the scenic route
August 1, 2012

Take the scenic route

Clear sunny skies, rolling green hills and the opportunity to travel affordably in comfort. What more could you want? FOCUS takes a peek at...

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G7 summits the peak of luxury
August 1, 2012

G7 summits the peak of luxury

Going somewhere cross-country? Forget the airport – Intercape has a rather appealing alternative, as FOCUS has discovered.

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Volvo’s Hybrid surprise
August 1, 2012

Volvo’s Hybrid surprise

FRANK BEETON reports on important bus news from overseas.

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