ISUZU signals a new direction
For decades, ISUZU has been a household name in South Africa’s trucking circles. From heavy haulers to medium-duty workhorses, the brand has built its reputation on reliability, durability, and a…
Your tyres might be adding unnecessary microplastics to the environment
Cost-saving measures are key in today’s economic climate. But they can also have a positive impact on minimising your environmental footprint. A prime example is maintaining your cars’ optimal tyre…
The Volvo Trucks Durban Assembly Plant already underwent several upgrades in 2022 following the OEM’s introduction of Euro 5 technology for its product range. These included updates to the plant layout to support new assembly processes such as the introduction of AdBlue tanks and specialised exhaust systems. An additional investment has been made by the company to accommodate the Euro 6 truck assembly.
The company continues to offer products from Euro 3 technology and up, to support customers with various sustainability requirements. “Local assembly of Euro 6 trucks reinforces Volvo Trucks’ leadership in…
Major Supply Chain Launches Africa’s First Electric Superlink Truck
This pilot, which commenced on August 1, 2025, marks a new milestone in advancing sustainable logistics in Africa. DHL Supply Chain has launched an electric vehicle (EV) pilot in collaboration…
The best solution for Pro active fleet vehicle management
Traditional fleet management has shortcomings. The main problem was that you were not aware of the abuse until your vehicles got damaged or someone got hold of you with hear‐say…
Investigating 5 myths about lubricants
Misconceptions about lubricants are not just harmless misunderstandings; they can have serious consequences for machine maintenance and operational efficiency. From the belief that you can judge a lubricant’s quality through…
How Rolling Resistance reduces Carbon Emissions?
Minimising rolling resistance has become one of the most important goals in the field of tyre development, and is a key driver for better efficiency and longevity A primary goal…
Foton’s debut CKD pickup rolls off the line
Foton’s first pre-production CKD pickup rolls off the line in South Africa, marking a new chapter in localisation and global strategy. September 30, 2025 will be remembered as a landmark…
No winners in trade War
South Africa’s government would be beyond foolish to respond to increased United States tariffs with retaliatory tariffs. Nobody actually wins a trade war. While politicians may boast about trade balance…
Billions could unlock for African countries in local and global trade
Africa’s share of global trade remains disproportionately small, hovering around 2%-3%. Countries on the continent trade more with the rest of the world than they do among themselves. Africa needs…
