SABOA encourages all Bus and Coach operators to become RTMS-Certified

Considering that improved safety, operational efficiency and reduced road crashes are just some of the benefits recorded by those who have implemented the Road Transport Management System (RTMS), the Southern African Bus Operators Association (SABOA) would like to appeal...

Serco Johannesburg adds new service facility

Leading South African truck body and trailer manufacturer Serco has upgraded and expanded its Boksburg repair facility to further improve service delivery to customers. Managing Director Clinton Holcroft says the investment in infrastructure and facilities, which significantly increases the factory’s...

DAF named International Truck of the Year 2018

Babcock’s commitment to delivering to the highest standards was again highlighted recently when, amidst stiff competition, DAF Trucks was awarded the prestigious International Truck of the Year 2018 accolade for its new XF and CF series. Named as making the...

Oil sample database gives diagnosticians deep insight

Condition monitoring specialists WearCheck couldn’t be prouder of diagnostic manager John Evans, who recently diagnosed his two millionth oil analysis sample, making him the third in WearCheck’s team of eight diagnosticians to reach this milestone. While official statistics are not...

Hino rewards SA dealer staff with educational visit to Japan

Hino Motors Limited, of Japan, rewarded four dealer staff members from South Africa for their excellence in the annual Hino Skills Contest by taking them on a six-day educational tour of Japan recently. This was the fourth year that...

Continental and Toyota Material Handling join forces

Continental and Toyota Material Handling join forces: All Traigo80 forklift trucks ordered since April 1, 2018 come fitted with the Continental solid tire SC20+ as standard. "The decision to change the tire came in response to feedback from the...

FAW South Africa makes big strides in aftersales customer satisfaction

FAW SA has made a concerted effort to set industry-leading aftersales benchmarks to which its dealers and branches have to adhere. As a result, all FAW dealers are operating at a higher level than ever before. While FAW SA’s efforts...

OEM aftermarket parts make more ‘cents’ on the road

The heavy transportation sector is the veritable lifeblood of South Africa's economy, with goods transported daily by thousands of trucking fleets on the country's roads. It is therefore the reliability and safety of these heavy transport vehicles upon which...

The Volvo FH remains a best seller in South Africa

A unique driver focus, and a truly revolutionary cab paved the way for the instant success of the Volvo FH when launched in 1993. It was also the most technically advanced truck of its time. A quarter of a...

Imperial Road Safety raises road safety awareness using one hashtag

#BongieSays campaign aims to promote road safety online  Imperial Road Safety, powered by Motus, recently launched its #BongieSays social media campaign - aimed at educating online users about responsible road safety through a series of bite–sized social media posts. “One cannot...