TATA Motors launches AMT bus
TATA Motors has introduced AMT technology to its Starbus and Ultra range of buses used in India.
A company statement says the transmission has been developed for buses that ply urban routes with a view to offering better comfort for...
Customercentric partner relationships: the heart of successful logistics in South Africa
Entrepreneurial Bidvest Panalpina Logistics explains why customercentric businesses are leading the pack
Leading customercentric businesses could see their projected profit growth rates increase from 5.3% this year to 7.4% in 2020, according to a 2018 survey by KPMG Canada, while...
Success for Sprinter
Mercedes-Benz Vans has announced that its Sprinter derivative has set a new sales record for the January to March period, accounting for about 45 000 units globally -- up 10% compared with 2016’s achievement.
The model posted strong growth in high-volume...
Imperial & Stellenbosch University collaborate on real-world challenges
Imperial has embarked on a high-level collaboration with Stellenbosch University (SU) to address real-world problems related to healthcare, as well as climate change in Africa. Imperial recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the University to...
Tech success for Original Equipment Manufacturers
Tech Terms defines an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) as “a company that produces hardware to be marketed under another company's brand name”. Earlier this quarter, Tracker Connect (Pty) Ltd was named the SA Qlik Master Reseller OEM Partner of...
UD Trucks showcases new lineup of heavy-duty trucks at 45th Tokyo Motor Show
At the 2017 Tokyo Motor Show, UD Trucks showcased a lineup of all-new Quon and Quester heavy-duty trucks, launched the all-new Quon tractor model and revealed an 8-liter downsized engine. UD Trucks continues to broaden its heavy-duty product lineup to...
Life Under Lockdown – a Truck Driver’s Story
The loneliness of a long-distance trucker has been well-documented over decades. But amidst Lockdown and Covid-19, it’s the quietness on the roads and in the towns that drivers find extremely disconcerting………….
“It’s just so...
MiX Telematics introduces latest upgrade to its in-cab solution
MiX Telematics, a leading global provider of fleet and asset management solutions, has announced an upgrade to its MiX Vision solution.
MiX Vision integrates seamlessly with existing
flagship products...
TruckX 2017 – A One-Stop shop for the Trucking sector
Demonstrations, débuts, displays, dynamic driving, double-digit discounts and more – South Africa’s premier trucking event has something for everyone in trucking and fleet management.
TruckX and FleetX takes place on July 12 and 13 at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit.
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Transit runs on green fuels made from cooking oil
Ford has approved the use of Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) in its Transit vans in Europe. This renewable diesel fuel is based on waste oils, including used cooking oil that can be sourced from restaurants and takeaways...
