Henred’s Hanlie Strauss is MISA’s Woman of the Year
The Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) in partnership with AON, recently announced that Hanlie Strauss of Henred Fruehauf had been judged its Woman of the Year. The award recognises the vital role women play in South Africa’s motor industry.
Hanlie...
What a learning curve!
KwaZulu-Natal based truck driver Dharmendra Arejune recently represented South Africa at the world finals of the Volvo Trucks Driver’s Fuel Challenge in Sweden.
Competing against 28 other drivers from 42 countries, Dharmendra, winner of the competition’s South African leg held...
10 safety tips for your festive season trip
The festive season is around the corner, it’s a time to reflect on the year’s up’s and down’s and spend time creating memories with those nearest and dearest! Whether you’re planning a tranquil and quiet holiday in the bush,...
Safety is the watchword for Transport Month 2021
October is the time to celebrate the key role that transport plays in the economy. Given the events that unfolded in July, safety has to be a concern we should highlight this year.
Road...
Team of Russian “Daredevils” to head to North Pole using a Burlak custom Truck
A team of eight self-proclaimed “daredevils” from Russia are set to become the first to drive to the geographic North Pole – after two previously successful Russian expeditions to the area using custom 6x6 ATV’s.
The Burlak – a Russian...
HINO president delivers
Hino SA president, Ernie Trautmann, recently obtained his Code 14 truck driving licence and took an opportunity to deliver a 6x4 Hino 700-Series 2848, the latest addition to the fleet of Transvaal Heavy Transport (THT), to the company’s head...
Hino dealer staff continue to hone their skills
Hino South Africa may be faring very well in recent comparative evaluations and surveys, but these successes do not mean the company is lifting its foot off the accelerator or growing complacent. Instead it continues to use a number...
Isuzu Extra-Heavies ensure growth in specialist segment
Isuzu Motors South Africa enhances the range of Isuzu extra-heavy gross vehicle mass (GVM) models from 16,5-ton to 35-ton GVM with the launch of the Isuzu FY-Series 8 X 4 models into the South African market.
Long-haul rigs operating at...
South African companies at the forefront of tech adoption
South African companies are among the fastest adopters of new technology in the world, according to a survey by leading fleet management provider TomTom Telematics. The survey revealed that 66% of companies across the United Kingdom and Europe are...
Introducing Eicher Pro Series Trucks in South Africa
Volvo Group & Eicher Motors joint venture
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a joint venture between the Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, introduced to South Africa its Pro Series that promises class-leading fuel efficiency, superior uptime and minimum maintenance at...
