To some people, they are a menace on our roads; but to others, the sight of them is like that of tall cranes hovering over a cityscape – a barometer of the economy. If there are a few of them, you know things are not going too well. If there are many of them, you know the wheels of the economy are humming. Add new comment
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Extra-heavy commercial vehicles on the road equals good times for the economy
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Jump in Imperial Holdings profit A 37% rise bodes well for transport group's future Transport group Imperial Holdings booked a 37% rise in full-year profit on Wednesday, helped by robust new auto sales at home while a strong German...
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Huge deal for Volvo Trucks 200 units for NiDa Transport NiDa Transport, South Africa has placed a truck order for the latest Volvo FMX model, of over 200 units with the potential of 50 more. The trucks will be delivered during...
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Winning the beer wars in SA SAB looking to serve SA consumers, retailers and society better against international competition As South Africa becomes increasingly integrated in the global economy, local competition will intensify...
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