SERVICE EXPERTS FROM PERU AND ARGENTINA ADVANCE TO SCANIA TOP TEAM WORLD FINALS
(18 Jun 2013)
The Technical Force team and the Virgin team from Scania workshops in Peru and Argentina came out on top in the African, American and Middle East regional round of Scania’s Top Team competition.

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LONG, SHORT, WALK TO SAFETY
(14 Jun 2013)
In May, 3M South Africa, in conjunction with the Department of Transport, supported the first official Long Short Walk in Soweto as part of the United Nations Global Road Safety week.

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BKT SET TO INTRODUCE THREE NEW OHT TYRES AT TYREXPO INDIA 2013
(14 Jun 2013)
Leading Indian Off Highway Tyre (OHT) manufacturer BKT is set to introduce three new specialist tyres at next month’s Tyrexpo India exhibition in Chennai.

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PRESTIGIOUS SUSTAINABILITY AWARD GOES TO GREEN-THINKING IMPERIAL CEO
(12 Jun 2013)
In recognition of his success in greening African supply chains, IMPERIAL Logistics CEO Marius Swanepoel was presented with the “Sustainability Leadership Award” at the annual Sustainable Business Awards, hosted by Nedbank Capital.

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BREAKING AWAY FROM THE SILO APPROACH
(12 Jun 2013)
Fleet management is a business discipline in its own right, continuously linking the fleet policies with a business’s administration and associated costs. A continuous feedback loop is required to facilitate optimal fleet management, with the result

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TECHNOLOGY UNLOCKS FUEL EFFICIENCY
(12 Jun 2013)
Engineers at Volvo Construction Equipment are developing Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) which could reduce fuel consumption by up to 30% in certain applications and increase safety.

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EFFICIENT ELECTROMOBILITY FOR CITY BUSES PICKS UP SPEED
(10 Jun 2013)
The Dutch motor bus manufacturer VDL Bus & Coach is betting on the electrical wheel-hub drive from the German company Ziehl-Abegg (Künzelsau). As announced by VDL Bus & Coach commercial vehicles from the Citea series will come standard with the ZAwhe

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DEMAND FOR SKILLS IN MOTOR INDUSTRY GROWS
(10 Jun 2013)
The global recession and resulting economic uncertainty has curtailed consumer spending and this conservative trend is now being felt in the motor industry with South African motorists tending to hold onto their private vehicles for longer periods.

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SA FACES SHAKE-UP IN ITS MULTI-BILLION RAND FLEET MANAGEMENT INDUSTRY
(10 Jun 2013)
The multi-billion rand fleet management industry in South Africa is due for a shake-up that will see it transformed from its stagnation over the past two decades into a dynamic and innovative business addressing the needs of the country – including s

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CHEVROLET AND ISUZU EXCEL AT 2013 IPSOS QUALITY AWARDS FOR SALES AND SERVICE EXPERIENCE
(10 Jun 2013)
Chevrolet and Isuzu received the highest recognition in the 2013 Ipsos Quality Awards for Sales and Service experience in the automotive industry as two of the top performing passenger car and light commercial vehicle brands.

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HCV JOINS RMBSI’S UMA STABLE
(8 Jun 2013)
RMB Structured Insurance (RMBSI) is pleased to announce that Heavy Commercial Vehicle Underwriting Managers (HCV), a specialist trucking and commercial vehicle underwriter will be joining RMBSI’s underwriting management agency (UMA) portfolio and tha

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VOLVO TRUCKS BROADENS ITS RANGE FOR ALTERNATIVE FUELS IN NORTH AMERICA
(8 Jun 2013)
Volvo Trucks now takes yet another important step forward with vehicles running on alternative fuels. Within a couple of years, trucks running on DME – an energy-efficient fuel with low environmental impact – will be introduced in the North American

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A MILLION KILOMETRES AND STILL GOING STRONG
(6 Jun 2013)
Transport is not an easy industry to succeed in. It takes a cunning business sense, careful planning, a keen eye for opportunities and a healthy dose of creativity to make a success of any transport business.

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TOTAL THABAZIMBI CELEBRATES ITS SUSTAINABILITY MAKEOVER
(5 Jun 2013)
As part of its rollout of more sustainable, energy efficient and environmentally friendly service stations, TOTAL South Africa celebrated the launch of the new TOTAL Thabazimbi service station last week.

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TRUCKS SALES BUCK ECONOMIC TRENDS TO CONTINUE ON GROWTH PATH
(5 Jun 2013)
Sales in the local truck market performed according to industry forecasts and continued its steady growth in May despite a bigger-than-expected slowdown in South Africa’s economic growth.

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AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG STAGES SUCCESSFUL THIRD EDITION
(5 Jun 2013)
Automechanika Johannesburg, Southern Africa’s largest trade fair for the automotive aftermarket, attracted a record number of 643 exhibitors with 467 from 22 countries outside of South Africa. This is a 12% improvement on the number of companies that

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FORMULAE HOPEFULS IN INCREASINGLY COMPETITIVE CONTEST
(4 Jun 2013)
Engen Petroleum, South Africa’s leading fuel company dedicated its 8thannual FormulaE awards to the star operations personnel that embody its customer promise, operational excellence and leading compliance with world-class health, safety and quality

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BRAZIL HOSTS SCANIA’S TOP TEAM SERVICE COMPETITION
(4 Jun 2013)
Brazil will host the African, American and Middle East regional round of Scania’s Top Team excellence competition on 7-9 June. Participating teams will compete for two spots at the world finals, which take place in Södertälje, Sweden in November.

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MAY VEHICLE SALES RETAIN GROWTH MOMENTUM
(3 Jun 2013)
Best month of May sales since market peak in 2007

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TOP FIVE “MERCEDES-BENZ STUDENT DESIGNER 2013” WINNERS RECEIVE PRESTIGIOUS AWARD
(3 Jun 2013)
Mercedes-Benz has the distinction of having created the most visionary and trendsetting designs during every automotive design era.

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SERCO DELIVERS NEW DRY FREIGHT TRAILERS TO SA BREWERIES
(3 Jun 2013)
SAB recently took delivery of eight 9-metre Serco semi trailers fitted with a high capacity three-ton tail lift.

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MAINTENANCE PLANNING – HOW OFTEN, ARE WE DOING IT RIGHT, WHAT’S THE STANDARD?
(3 Jun 2013)
With more than one billion cars on the road worldwide, streets and highways remain critical road transportation channels which make their maintenance and improvement an unavoidable challenge. But another newer challenge is engineering integrated tra

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ENGEN FUNDS DURBAN PROSPERATOR IN PARTNERSHIP WITH RAIZCORP
(3 Jun 2013)
Business incubator to boost supply chain capacity, local economy and sectorial transformation

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BKT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO OPEN TYREXPO INDIA 2013 IN CHENNAI
(29 May 2013)
ECI International, the organiser of Tyrexpo Asia 2013, has announced that Rajiv Poddar, Executive Director of Balkrishna Industries, has agreed to be the principal guest and officially open Tyrexpo India in July.

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NISSAN AND ESKOM ENTER INTO ELECTRIC VEHICLE RESEARCH PROJECT
(29 May 2013)
Nissan yesterday announced a unique three-year research project with electricity utility Eskom that will include testing the Nissan LEAF, Nissan’s flagship electric vehicle.

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MORE EFFICIENCY IN URBAN TRAFFIC:
(27 May 2013)
"i-move 2.0 - the Business Model for Tomorrow?"

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SERVICE CENTRES MUST BE BOTH TROUBLE SHOOTER AND ADVISER
(27 May 2013)
Mechanics and car service centres need to actively play an advisory role as well as provide technical assistance to their customers, says Tommy van Olst, technical manager at global auto parts manufacturer Federal-Mogul South Africa.

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TEXTAR
(25 May 2013)
the newly acquired brake friction brand of Control Instruments-Automotive, won gold at Automechanika for their display stand.

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IVECO BUS: THE NEW IVECO BRAND DEDICATED TO COLLECTIVE TRANSPORT
(25 May 2013)
Today, Iveco Bus is inaugurated as the new brand name of Iveco’s

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MERCEDES-BENZ CHASSIS KEEP CITY OF JOBURG’S BRT GOING!
(25 May 2013)
The City of Johannesburg has awarded the Rea Vaya Phase 1B tender to Mercedes-Benz South Africa’s (MBSA) Sandown Motor Holdings.

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CITY OF CAPE TOWN - MY CITI BUS ROUTES
(23 May 2013)
The City of Cape Town has awarded the tender to provide vehicles for its extended MyCiti bus routes to Volvo SA

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PERTAMINA LUBRICANTS EXPANDING THE JOURNEY IN SOUTH COLLABORATION WITH INDOLUBE
(23 May 2013)
Pertamina Lubricants, the biggest oil and gas company in Indonesia, is launching an exciting product range in South Africa.

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SECURITY AND EFFICIENCY IN ONE FLEET MONITORING SERVICE
(22 May 2013)
The logistics industry is under constant attack from crime syndicates looking to take advantage of the soft targets presented by fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) while in transit.

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TRUCKS AND TRAILERS: USING THE CORRECT BORE SIZES FOR HYDRAULIC HOSES
(22 May 2013)
Genflex Hydraulics has noticed that many trucks and trailers are using the wrong hydraulic hose bore sizes for the pumps that have been fitted.

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US TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT GIANT MYERS TARGETING INDIAN MARKET WITH PRESENCE AT TYREXPO INDIA 2013
(22 May 2013)
Myers Tire Supply International, America’s largest wholesale distributor of tools, supplies and equipment for the tyre service industry, will be seeking to establish an expanded presence in the fast-growing Indian market when it exhibits at Tyrexpo I

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ROADS, RAIL AND AIR: TRANSPORT IS KEY TO PROSPERITY
(20 May 2013)
Excellent transport networks that carry goods and people are well known to be drivers of economic growth. But is it possible to have it all in South Africa – world class transport and environmental sustainability?

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WABCO JOINS AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING EXPOSITION 2013 IN JAPAN;
(17 May 2013)
Showcases Breakthrough Technologies for Improved Safety and Efficiency of Commercial Vehicles and Passenger Cars

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SEWELLS BUSINESSMAN OF THE YEAR
(16 May 2013)
Good motor dealers are those who provide measurably excellent services to motorists – and when they do this properly their own businesses prosper, says Tania Barlow, MD of Sewells Group South Africa.

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BRIDGESTONE CONTINUES ITS SUPPORT OF UP AND COMING TALENT
(16 May 2013)
Bridgestone South Africa will again present the Steve Dlamini Award for Excellence in Motoring Journalism at the 2013 Toyota Financial Services / SAGMJ Motoring Journalist of the Year awards ceremony on June 5th, 2013.

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LOCAL SUPPLIERS BENEFIT FROM THE RRT CONSTRUCTION
(16 May 2013)
Construction on the new public transport infrastructure for the rapidly growing city of Rustenburg in Northwest Province is well underway, as the Rustenburg Rapid Transport (RRT) project accelerates its pace to meet its infrastructure deadlines for P

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MAY IS LABOUR MONTH – AND RRT CELEBRATES LOCAL EMPLOYMENT ACHIEVEMENTS
(16 May 2013)
Three years of unemployment had left Tlhabane resident Emmanuel Melk almost without hope of ever finding another job. But he did not give up entirely.

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FLEET CUSTOMERS ENDORSE TOP PERFORMANCE OF ENGEN DIESELUBE 700 SUPER
(14 May 2013)
Engen Petroleum, the leading petroleum products marketer in the country, is receiving glowing endorsements for its Dieselube 700 Super lubricating oil from key fleet customers.

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MARCOPOLO'S SUCCESS STORY CASE STUDY OPENS UCS ACADEMIC WEEK IN CAXIAS DO SUL
(14 May 2013)
Paulo Bellini, Marcopolo’s President Emeritus, will talk about the role of motivating people for business success

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ELDAN RECYCLING AIMING TO INFLUENCE TYRE RECYCLING ATTITUDES AT TYREEXPO INDIA 2013
(13 May 2013)
Danish recycling equipment supplier Eldan Recycling is planning to use July’s Tyrexpo India exhibition to influence the Indian industry's attitudes to tyre recycling.

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MASTERDRIVE NOTCHES UP ONE YEAR OF ROLL OVER PREVENTION TRAINING IN SOUTH AFRICA
(10 May 2013)
MasterDrive Advanced Driver Training reached a significant milestone in its rollout of international driver training programs on behalf of Afrox, a division of Linde Group.

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ENCOURAGING APRIL FOR TRUCK SALES
(10 May 2013)
The local commercial vehicle industry had an exceptionally good month during April and in the process outpaced forecasted growth for the sector.

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MERCEDES-BENZ SOUTH AFRICA JOINS SAGMJ IN RECOGNISING TOP TALENT
(7 May 2013)
Mercedes-Benz South Africa has joined the SA Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) in recognising and rewarding South Africa’s top motoring journalists by sponsoring two new awards in the organisation’s “Motoring Journalist of the Year” competition.

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THE NEW VOLVO FH – A MAJOR CHALLENGE FOR VOLVO TRUCKS’ DESIGNERS
(6 May 2013)
Truck design is about much more than just colour, shape and attractive lines.

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ENGEN AFFIRMS STRONGER AGRI LINKS WITH 35TH MANAGING PARTNERSHIP ON NAMPO HARVEST DAY
(6 May 2013)
Engen Petroleum, a leading supplier and service partner of diesel and lubricants to the agricultural industry, has renewed an enduring 35-year managing partnership with Grain SA surrounding the 2012 NAMPO Harvest Day.

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A WATCH INSPIRED BY THE NEW VOLVO FH
(6 May 2013)
The award-winning design of Volvo Trucks’ new FH has been turned into a collection of driver gear.

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HINO STRENGTHENS OFFERING IN BUS MARKET
(3 May 2013)
Hino SA, together with long standing supplier Busmark 2000 have developed a new range of Hino 300-based buses which uses high strength light alloys to bring down the mass of the vehicles and so provide additional carrying capacity.

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MERCEDES-BENZ USING AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG TO PROMOTE ITS AFTER SALES SUPPORT
(3 May 2013)
Mercedes-Benz SA is returning to Automechanika Johannesburg to promote its After-Sales customer support initiatives after a very successful debut at the previous show in 2011.

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LEADING OTR RETREADER CIO TYRES SIGNS UP FOR TYREXPO INDIA 2013
(2 May 2013)
CIO Tyres Pvt. Ltd, one of India’s leading OTR tyre retreading and repairing businesses, has confirmed its involvement as an exhibitor at Tyrexpo India 2013,

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RE-STRUCTURE – MAY 2013
(2 May 2013)
The D & A Power Products Group of companies, whose dealership portfolio includes UD Trucks, Man Truck & Bus, sub-Saharan distribution of Allison Transmissions and Telma Retarders, is re-branding and restructuring.

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HINO STARTS 2013 WITH STRONG SALES
(30 Apr 2013)
Hino SA has made an excellent start to 2013 with sales in the first quarter up 20,5% over the same period last year, when, admittedly, there were stock shortages of the new 300-Series as production was ramped up at the factory in Prospecton.

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MCCARTHY COMMERCIAL VEHICLES ALRODE WINS DEALER OF THE YEAR
(30 Apr 2013)
McCarthy Commercial Vehicles Alrode received the coveted Dealer of the Year award at the recent UD Trucks’ Dealer Conference in Cape Town.

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WINTER COLD FRONT REMINDER OF CARGO RISK MANAGEMENT NEEDS
(30 Apr 2013)
With the first major cold front of the winter having struck last week, the recent floods and gale force winds have brought a stark reminder of the need for businesses involved in transporting their goods to insure against weather-related loss.

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CHRYSLER ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2013
(30 Apr 2013)
Midrand - Chrysler South Africa (Pty) Ltd, importer of Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge brand vehicles locally has been awarded the runner’s up trophy in the annual Environmental Leadership Awards presented by Chrysler Group LLC in the USA.

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FUEL CONSUMPTION AND EFFICIENCY THE DETERMINING FACTORS
(29 Apr 2013)
The Mercedes-Benz Actros 1851 GigaSpace is the most eco-friendly commercial vehicle of 2013. The Euro VI-compliant truck made a direct impact in what was just its first year on the road thanks to its low fuel consumption, as proven last year in these

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GOODYEAR WORKS TOGETHER WITH DRIVING SCHOOLS TO IMPROVE SAFETY OF YOUNG MOTORISTS
(29 Apr 2013)
Goodyear aims to help drivers feel good on the road, trusting both their tyres and their own capabilities enough to relax and enjoy their journeys.

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MOVING MILLIONS OF COMMUTERS EFFICIENTLY AND RELIABLY EVERY DAY
(26 Apr 2013)
With the slogan "Efficiency for Public Transport", Voith is presenting efficient drive components and solutions for city buses and rail vehicles at the 2013 UITP World Congress in Geneva (Booth 4B755, Hall 4).

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FOLLOWING THE EXTREMELY SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH OF THE IVECO DAILY A FEW YEARS AGO, THE NEW DAILY 4X4
(25 Apr 2013)
New Daily 4x4 follows the important values established by the new Daily base vehicle .

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NEW 6TH GENERATION ISUZU KB LEADS WITH INNOVATIVE TRAILVIEW
(25 Apr 2013)
Following the successful launch of the all-new 6th generation Isuzu KB, General Motors South Africa has also launched an innovative new interactive product which integrates the new KB’s legendary off-road capabilities with technological innovation to

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TYREXPO AFRICA TO SHOWCASE THE VERY BEST THE SOUTH AFRICAN INDUSTRY HAS TO OFFER, SAY EXHIBITION ORGANISERS
(24 Apr 2013)
Tyrexpo Africa 2014, South Africa’s only dedicated tyre industry event will be a major opportunity for southern Africa’s tyre and equipment industry to showcase the best the sector has to offer, to both domestic and international buyers and investors

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POLICIES, REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS AND COLLABORATION AMONG BORDER AGENCIES ARE CRITICAL TO IMPROVING EFFICIENCY OF BORDER CROSSINGS IN EAST AFRICA
(24 Apr 2013)
Promoting better coordination among border agencies, introducing mandatory pre-arrival customs declaration forms, and establishing an enabling IT system are some of the steps to take for improving efficiency of border crossing in Africa and for lower

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TOTAL SOUTH AFRICA TO INVEST MORE THAN R140 MILLION IN UPGRADING DURBAN BLENDING PLANT, EXPANDING FUEL STORAGE DEPOT
(24 Apr 2013)
Investment shows long term confidence in and commitment to South Africa and southern Africa

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TRIED AND TESTED RAM ANTI-FREEZE RE-LAUNCH.
(24 Apr 2013)
RAM is proud to be re-launching its popular anti-freeze range of products into the local market. With many years of success in the automotive industry, this coolant is suitable for any automotive application and is recommended for all water-cooled pe

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CLARITY REGARDING CURRENT STRIKE ACTION
(23 Apr 2013)
Members are to take note of the following strike action that may have an indirect effect on the road freight sector:

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TEN FINALISTS SELECTED FOR INNOVATION AWARDS AT AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG
(23 Apr 2013)
Ten products from dozens of entries have been selected as finalists in Automechanika Johannesburg’s Innovation Awards competition. Gold, silver and bronze certificates will be handed to the entrants of the top three products at the official opening o

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CLARITY REGARDING CURRENT STRIKE ACTION
(22 Apr 2013)
Members are to take note of the following strike action that may have an indirect effect on the road freight sector:

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YOUNG SOUTH AFRICAN DRIVERS KNOW MORE ABOUT TYRE SAFETY AND SELECTION THAN MOST
(22 Apr 2013)
Despite receiving little education on tyre characteristics and maintenance during their driver training, our under-25s are more likely than other young drivers to perform regular tyre checks or to look at technical performance ratings when selecting

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AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG ATTRACTS RECORD SUPPORT
(19 Apr 2013)
Automechanika Johannesburg, Southern Africa's leading Automotive Aftermarket event, brings together the Automotive Manufacturing, Distribution and Repair sectors. The third biennial event takes place from 8 - 11 May at the Johannesburg Exhibition Cen

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WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT PRACTICES IN SA
(19 Apr 2013)
19 April 2013: In light of Earth Day, which is celebrated annually on 22 April, Hennie Heymans of DHL Express says that there is a growing need for South African businesses to place more importance on sustainability and the ‘greening’ of products and

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GILBARCO VEEDER-ROOT SIGNS A DEFINITIVE AGREEMENT TO PURCHASE AFS IN SOUTH AFRICA
(18 Apr 2013)
Gilbarco Veeder-Root has signed a definitive purchase agreement with Automated Fuel Systems Group (Proprietary) Limited (AFS Group), based in Johannesburg, South Africa. The purchase agreement, which has been approved by the South African competitio

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BRAKES WITH WATER: THE NEW MERCEDES-BENZ AROCS
(18 Apr 2013)
Like its siblings Actros and Antos, the new specialist for heavy construction traffic, the Mercedes-Benz Arocs, optionally brakes with water.

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STRONG PRESENCE FOR GERMAN EXHIBITORS AT AUTOMECHANIKA JO-HANNESBURG
(18 Apr 2013)
From interior engine protection to vehicle lighting, motor oil and gasket technology

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GOODYEAR WORLD PREMIERE FOR NEW WHEEL LOADER TYRE AT BAUMA 2013
(18 Apr 2013)
The new tyre offers 25% more load capacity than its predecessor and will be accompanied by another tyre making its world premiere in Munich

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VOITH AQUATARDER BRAKES NEW MAN TGS/TGX
(18 Apr 2013)
From long-distance haulage to construction site operation: the new heavyMAN TGS and TGX truck series with Euro 6 engines has the universal workhorse for all requirements.

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MOMENTUM BUILDING AS GLOBAL BUYERS MAKE PLANS FOR TYREXPO INDIA 2013
(17 Apr 2013)
The Chennai Trade Centre will play host to thousands of tyre and equipment buyers from across India and the global automotive industry, when Tyrexpo India 2013 opens its doors in July.

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MERCEDES-BENZ SOUTH AFRICA INITIATIVE PREPARES YOUTH FOR AUTOMOTIVE EXCELLENCE
(17 Apr 2013)
Automotive Repair and Maintenance pilot graduates its first intake of learners, for NQF level 2 – toward becoming qualified automotive technicians in 2014.

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SOUTH AFRICAN IMPORTERS UNDER PRESSURE AS FUEL PRICE ESCALATES
(17 Apr 2013)
South African companies that import goods from other regions are facing significant pressure as they battle to offset continuous increases in the petrol price. The need to mitigate the impact of higher fuel costs by finding cheaper alternatives can r

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CHEVROLET POSTS 10TH STRAIGHT QUARTER OF RECORD GLOBAL SALES
(17 Apr 2013)
DETROIT – Chevrolet sold more than 1.18 million vehicles around the world in the first quarter of 2013 achieving its 10th consecutive quarter of record global sales on the strength of products like the Cruze compact car which recently surpassed the 2

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INNOVATION: LIFEBLOOD OF THE MOTOR INDUSTRY
(17 Apr 2013)
The global motor industry has always been driven to act smarter, make it cheaper and make it more efficiently, all without sacrificing the quality and durability of the product or the level of customer service.

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NEW INDUSTRIAL TYRE FROM GOODYEAR MAKES WORLD PREMIERE AT BAUMA 2013
(17 Apr 2013)
New tyre for straddle carriers gives high productivity and stability in all conditions

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UD TRUCKS AWARD TOP DEALERS
(17 Apr 2013)
UD Trucks Southern Africa awarded its top achievers during its Annual Dealer Conference held in Cape Town from 15 to 17 March.

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BALDWIN FILTERS INTRODUCE WORLD-CLASS EXTREME PERFORMANCE AIR FILTERS
(16 Apr 2013)
Baldwin Filters, distributed by one of South Africa’s largest suppliers of fluid management technology and condition monitoring equipment - Hytec Fluid Technology, has introduced a new line of Extreme Performance heavy-duty air filters.

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GOODYEAR HIGHLIGHTS VITAL OTR CUSTOMER SUPPORT AT BAUMA
(16 Apr 2013)
Top quality and speedy support, even in the most remote locations, is what Goodyear provides thanks to its latest programmes

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WABCO COMPLETES 25TH SEASON OF WINTER TESTING INSIDE ARCTIC CIRCLE; CONTINUES TO PAVE WAY FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS
(16 Apr 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 16, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it has successfully concluded its 25th season of winter testing at its prov

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TRUCKS SALES CONTINUES STEADY GROWTH IN MARCH
(15 Apr 2013)
Despite a string of public holidays and subsequent fewer selling days, the South African truck industry managed to grow year-on-year sales during March, albeit with only five units. The industry sold a total of 2 556 units during March, a very sligh

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GOODYEAR TYRES FOR WORLD’S BIGGEST SEMI-TRUCK
(15 Apr 2013)
500 tonne plus payload truck displayed at Bauma on Goodyear GP-2B tyres

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FOAM PROTECTION SYSTEM STOPS CASH IN TRANSIT ROBBERS IN THEIR TRACKS
(15 Apr 2013)
In line with its strategy to deter and deflect crime, G4S Cash Solutions South Africa is installing a new foam protection system in all of its cash-in-transit vehicles that carry bulk and high value consignments. Based on technology from Penman Engin

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HANNES OOSTHUIZEN TO JOIN THE GWM TEAM
(11 Apr 2013)
GWM South Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Hannes Oosthuizen as its Brand and Product Development Manager.

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WABCO HONORED WITH GLOBAL CONTRIBUTION AWARD BY HINO MOTORS LTD., TOYOTA’S COMMERCIAL VEHICLE UNIT, THE LEADING PRODUCER OF MEDIUM- AND HEAVY-DUTY TRU
(11 Apr 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 11, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it has been honored by Hino Motors, Japan’s largest manufacturer of medium-

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MTRACK BUILDS AN AFRICAN FUTURE THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH TECHNO BRAIN
(11 Apr 2013)
As the African economy continues to soar and more countries in the continent once named the "hopeless continent" produce growth figures far outstripping the developed world, businesses are looking for new ways to expand and take advantage of these de

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FEEDER
(9 Apr 2013)
Following its successful debut on the Walmer Estate/Salt River route, Cape Town's MyCiTi operation has now introduced nine-metre Optare Solo SR buses on its F14 Table View feeder service. The service connects the busy residential areas of East Parkla

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RENAULT FLEET HELPS DRIVE KZN HEALTH’S PHILA MA CAMPAIGN
(9 Apr 2013)
Renault South Africa’s commitment to improving the lives and welfare of local communities in need has seen the delivery by Renault Fleet of three sponsored vehicles to the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health to assist with the rolling out of its Phila

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BABCOCK APPOINTS NEW MD FOR INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS
(9 Apr 2013)
The Babcock International Group has appointed Deon Verreyne as managing director of its Industrial business. Verreyne previously served as managing director of the Telecoms division of Powertech IST and, more recently, managing director of CZ Electro

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SOUTH AFRICAN ROAD DEATHS AMONG THE WORLD’S HIGHEST - SARF
(8 Apr 2013)
South Africa’s roads are among the world’s most dangerous.

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BOOST THE BOTTOM LINE THROUGH OIL ANALYSIS TRAINING
(4 Apr 2013)
Condition monitoring programmes which produce the best return on investment are typically those operated by well-trained staff, particularly those who manage the programme and those in other areas such as oil analysis report interpretation and correc

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STRONG MARCH SALES MASK SOFTENING IN VEHICLE MARKET
(4 Apr 2013)
March, traditionally the biggest sales month after October, lived up to expectations with 54 946 new vehicle sales recorded in the month by the National Association of Automotive Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa).

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PRE-REGISTER NOW FOR TYREXPO INDIA 2013
(4 Apr 2013)
The first Tyrexpo India exhibition in Chennai last year was widely acclaimed by the many hundreds of exhibitors and visitors who participated in it.

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BP ULTIMATE JUST GOT BETTER
(4 Apr 2013)
A new BP Ultimate Unleaded fuel specifically designed to complement the major advances in engine technology over recent years, now available to South African motorists, is being hailed a break-through for drivers, vehicles and the environment.

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MARCH 2013 NAAMSA RETAIL SALES
(3 Apr 2013)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY OF SOUTHERN AFRICA’S RESPONSE

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WABCO WINS DAIMLER SUPPLIER AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE
(3 Apr 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, April 2, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it has been granted a prestigious Daimler Supplier Award in recognition of W

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THE NEW VOLVO FH – A MAJOR CHALLENGE FOR VOLVO TRUCKS’ DESIGNERS
(2 Apr 2013)
Truck design is about much more than just colour, shape and attractive lines. Behind the new, safer, larger and more ergonomically optimised Volvo FH lies a significant design challenge. “Coming up with solutions where design and function go hand in

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NEW FIAT DOBLÒ PANORAMA.
(2 Apr 2013)
Midrand, South Africa – Fiat Group Automobiles South Africa (Pty) Ltd, importer of Fiat, Abarth, Alfa Romeo and Fiat Professional vehicles locally, presents the new Fiat Doblò Panorama, the new and spacious people-carrying Fiat.

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CONTROL INSTRUMENTS-AUTOMOTIVE ACQUIRES TEXTAR RANGE
(2 Apr 2013)
E-listed Control Instruments subsidiary CI-Automotive has been appointed the sole authorised Sub-Saharan Africa distributor for Textar (light commercial vehicles) LCV and (medium commercial – sprinters) MCV friction products, the brake friction produ

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BABCOCK COMPLETES BIGGEST KZN DOT ORDER TO DATE IN RECORD TIME
(27 Mar 2013)
Babcock has just completed the fast track delivery of 20 Volvo G930 graders and 11 Volvo BL61B backhoe loaders to the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport (DOT). This is the biggest order for graders the company has received from the KwaZulu-Natal D

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WORLD OF LITERACY OPENS UP JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR NORTHERN CAPE TRUCK DRIVER
(27 Mar 2013)
Jack Mothale is a truck driver from the Northern Cape. Until 2007, Jack could not read, and he believed he would always be a gardener at Karstens Farm in Konnoneiland. At the age of 43, Jack enrolled for an Adult Education and Training (AET) course a

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“A RE YENG!” THE TSHWANE RAPID TRANSIT IS ON TRACK, AND MOVING FORWARD
(26 Mar 2013)
Tshwane Executive Mayor Cllr. Kgosientso Ramokgopa today unveiled the Tshwane Rapid Transit’s first bus station as well as the TRT logo.

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CAPE TOWN'S FIRST ACCESS BUS
(26 Mar 2013)
The Optare Solo SR - has been welcomed by residents living on the MyCiTi route from Civic Centre to Walmer Estate and Salt River which started operation this month.

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ENGEN LAUNCHES DRIVER WELLNESS CAMPAIGN IN KIMBERLEY
(26 Mar 2013)
Engen in collaboration with Trucking Wellness have once again joined hands to launch this year’s Driver Wellness campaign in Kimberley.

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ENGEN LUBRICANTS LEAPFROGS INDUSTRY WITH INTELLIGENT OIL ON TAP SERVICE
(26 Mar 2013)
Engen Lubricants, the sub-Saharan African manufacturer and distributor of lubricating oils, has up-ended the market and dealt the competition a major blow with the announcement of its Oil on Tap solution, a remotely-managed oil dispensing unit.

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WABCO SHOWCASES TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP IN AIR DISC BRAKES AT MID-AMERICA TRUCKING SHOW 2013; BREAKTHROUGH MAXXUS TECHNOLOGY NOW ON THE HIGHWAY WITH DAI
(20 Mar 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium / LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, March 20, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced at the 2013 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisvill

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EASTER OPERATION: RESTRICTED MOVEMENT OF CARGO
(20 Mar 2013)
The 2013 Easter passenger Border crossing is expected to increase in volumes from about 23 March 2013 with movements in small vehicles, busses, travellers and taxis expected to peak on 27th and 28th March 2013

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WABCO SUPPLIES BREAKTHROUGH AIR COMPRESSION TECHNOLOGY TO TWO LEADING GLOBAL MANUFACTURERS OF COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
(20 Mar 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium / LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, March 20, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced at the 2013 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisvill

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LOCAL AUTOMOTIVE ARTISANS TO PIT THEIR SKILLS OVERSEAS
(19 Mar 2013)
Three local automotive artisans have received a once in a lifetime opportunity to compete against other tradesmen and women in their industry at the annual World Skills Competition in Leipzig in July this year.

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VOLKSWAGEN GROUP SOUTH AFRICA’S NEW PRESS SHOP OFFICIALLY OPENED
(18 Mar 2013)
Today (15 March 2013), Dr Hubert Waltl, the Chairman of the Volkswagen Group South Africa’s Board of Management officially opened the R500 million state-of-the-art Press Shop in Uitenhage.

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DAIMLER TRUCKS POSTS RECORD REVENUES IN 2012
(18 Mar 2013)
Daimler Trucks increased its sales and revenues substantially in 2012 while also generating good earnings. In 2012 the truck markets were affected by positive as well as negative developments. After many truck markets had posted strong sales increase

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WABCO SHOWCASES GLOBAL TECHNOLOGY BREAKTHROUGHS IN VEHICLE SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY AT MID-AMERICA TRUCKING SHOW 2013; JOINT EXHIBIT WITH MERITOR WABCO
(18 Mar 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium / LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, March 15, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it will present its latest technology breakthroughs

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ZAMBIAN COPPER MINING INDUSTRY IS POWERED BY CUMMINS
(15 Mar 2013)
Heavy-duty mining machinery is only as reliable as the engine that powers it, which is why the Cummins range of engines has gained more than 60 per cent market share in the Zambian copper mining industry since entering the market 26 years ago.

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WESBANK SPONSORS JOHANNESBURG INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOW
(13 Mar 2013)
Wednesday 6th March 2013: WesBank has announced its sponsorship of the Johannesburg International Motor Show (JIMS), which is held every two years.

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TRUCK COMPETENCE A NEW FOCUS AREA AT AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG
(12 Mar 2013)
Truck Competence will be a new focus area at the 2013 Automechanika Johannesburg trade fair for the automotive aftermarket, to be held at Expo Centre, Nasrec, from May 8-11.

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AUTOMECHANIKA JOHANNESBURG 2013: AFRICA’S PREMIER TRADE FAIR FOR THE AUTOMOTIVE AFTERMARKET
(12 Mar 2013)
Every two years those involved in automotive aftermarket businesses in Africa get the opportunity of exhibiting at or visiting the premier trade fair for this sector of the retail motor industry.

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AMAROK’S ENTRY LEVEL ENGINE UPGRADED
(12 Mar 2013)
The entry level engine of the Amarok model range has been upgraded from 90kW to 103kW.

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HINO SOUTH AFRICA AWARDS THE DEALER OF THE YEAR
(11 Mar 2013)
Hino East Rand took top honours as the Hino Dealer of the Year at an award ceremony held in conjunction with other Toyota South Africa Motor divisions Toyota and Lexus at the Cape Town International Convention Centre.

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LONGHAUL START-UP FLEET EXPANDS WITH MAN
(11 Mar 2013)
Start-up longhaul trucking operation, Lantic logistics, established in mid-2012, recently purchased 20 new MAN TGS WW 26.480 BLS truck-tractors to augment its existing fleet comprising seven derivatives from five competitor truck manufacturers.

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HINO ON THE MOVE AS SALES RISE GLOBALLY
(11 Mar 2013)
Hino, the leading truck manufacturer in Japan, is increasing the pace of its sales growth globally and set a record last year, selling 154 795 units, which was more than 27% up on the 2011 figure. The 2012 total was made up of 112 333 units sold in e

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DO ALL SHOCK TESTERS PRODUCE CREDIBLE RESULTS?
(11 Mar 2013)
Gabriel, the shock absorber brand of the JSE-listed Control Instruments-Automotive, has warned consumers that not all shock absorber mechanical testing systems produce valid results.

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REDUCE WELD SPATTER AND SAVE
(7 Mar 2013)
Shield Technologies range of surface protection solutions include the premium Spatter Guard HT Plus, the entry-level Spatter Guard C and Spatter Guard Nozzle Gel.

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JOHANNESBURG SCHOOL RECEIVES RECORD DONATION AFTER VOLVO TRUCKS EBAY AUCTION
(7 Mar 2013)
Volvo Trucks and Ducournau Transports will give the Star For Life non-profit organisation the largest donation ever made to a school included in its HIV preventive programme.

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SOUTH AFRICA’S ROAD FREIGHT INDUSTRY ONE OF THE HIGHEST TAXED INDUSTRIES IN SOUTH AFRICA:
(6 Mar 2013)
In light of the economic climate and the low growth levels, the Road Freight Association (RFA) welcomes the fact that no new taxes were introduced and no increases in Corporate Tax were announced in last week’s Budget speech.

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TAMIL NADU TYRE DEALERS ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS TYREXPO INDIA’13
(6 Mar 2013)
ECI International, the organiser of the Tyrexpo India exhibition in Chennai, has confirmed that the Tamil Nadu Tyre Dealers Association (TNTDA) will be supporting the show as an exhibitor this July.

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GABRIEL SHOCK ABSORBERS AND DIESEL-ELECTRIC (RAND) ANNOUNCE PROMOTION WINNERS
(5 Mar 2013)
Diesel Electric (Rand), the wholesale distributor of automotive components to retailers, fitment centres, automotive workshops, spares shops and major fleets, has announced the winner of a national Gabriel shock absorber promotion.

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HINO ON THE MOVE AS SALES RISE GLOBALLY
(5 Mar 2013)
Hino, the leading truck manufacturer in Japan, is increasing the pace of its sales growth globally and set a record last year, selling 154 795 units, which was more than 27% up on the 2011 figure.

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MERCEDES-BENZ VANS POSTS SOLID RESULTS IN 2012
(4 Mar 2013)
In 2012, Mercedes-Benz Vans’ operating result from its ongoing business was at the third-highest level in the division’s history, while sales and revenues almost matched the prior year’s high level.

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GOODYEAR WORLD PREMIERE FOR NEW WHEEL LOADER TYRE AT BAUMA 2013
(1 Mar 2013)
The new tyre offers 25% more load capacity than its predecessor and will be accompanied by another tyre making its world premiere in Munich

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SINGAPORE READY TO STAGE RECORD-BREAKING TYREXPO ASIA 2013
(28 Feb 2013)
Singapore is set to take centre stage for the largest gathering of tyre and equipment suppliers ever assembled for a Tyrexpo Asia exhibition.

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WIRELESS TRACKING DELIVERS 98% RECOVERY RATE
(26 Feb 2013)
Securing vehicles and assets in transit has become a necessity for businesses in South Africa with the continued high levels of theft and hijacking. Criminals are not only after vehicles, but often are more interested in the goods being transported,

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FREIGHT INDUSTRY AFFECTED BY WEAK RAND AND HIGHER OIL PRICES
(21 Feb 2013)
Fluctuations in the oil price and the weakening rand, negatively affected in part by continued violent strikes, are creating instability in the freight industry which could further affect economic growth.

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HIGH-TECH ELECTRONIC TOOLS DEFEATING FLEET CARD ABUSERS, SAYS STANDARD BANK
(21 Feb 2013)
December is a time when major road routes across the country are at their busiest, creating opportunities for potential abuse of fleet cards. But, thanks to technology, the chances for illicit transacting are being successfully whittled away, says St

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COMTRANS 2013: AN ATTRACTION FOR INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITORS AND VISITORS
(21 Feb 2013)
The COMTRANS International Commercial Vehicle Show 2013, which takes place from 10th to 14th September 2013 in Moscow, has already become a center of attraction for the international commercial vehicle industry and its suppliers.

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WABCO’S HIGH PERFORMANCE AIR COMPRESSOR, BRAKING AND TIRE INFLATION TECHNOLOGIES SUPPORT KAMAZ-MASTER TRUCKS TO WIN THE TOP THREE PLACES IN THE 2013 D
(20 Feb 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium – February 20, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it has supplied a number of advanced, high performance technologies to

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E-TOLL: FF PLUS SUCCEEDS WITH SUBMISSION IN PARLIAMENT ON E-TOLL AMENDMENT BILL
(20 Feb 2013)
The Freedom Front Plus today addressed the parliamentary portfolio committee on Transport with regards to its submission of its amendments to the Transport Laws Amendment Bill, late last year, through which the e-toll system’s implementation in Decem

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METRIC AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING COMMISSIONS STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY
(19 Feb 2013)
Metric Automotive Engineering is currently commissioning a state-of-the-art Rottler SG80A cylinder head machining centre and new-generation valve seat refacing machine at its Germiston premises.

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BUBBLY PARTNERSHIP - EXCELLENT SERVICE WILL MAINTAIN NEW BUSINESS
(18 Feb 2013)
The Coca-Cola Fortune/SABCO (CCF) distribution fleet covers huge distances at a time, often over difficult terrain in remote and rugged areas, so that customers can ‘open happiness’ with a refreshing drink any time, any place, whether in the heart o

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PUTTING FAITH IN MTRACK
(14 Feb 2013)
Faith Wheels is a transport company that has shown remarkable growth over the years in moving fuel in large tankers for customers. Like any business that relies on moving vehicles over the nation's roads, crime and hijacking in particular has always

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GLOBAL TYRE MAKERS READY TO DO BUSINESS AT TYREXPO ASIA 2013
(14 Feb 2013)
With a little over one month to go before the record-breaking Tyrexpo Asia 2013 opens its doors, major tyre suppliers are confirming their product focus and sales strategies for the region’s leading independent tyre and equipment exhibition.

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GEELY TAKES OVER AS TOP-SELLING CHINESE STANDALONE BRAND
(14 Feb 2013)
NAAMSA figures for new car sales in South Africa dwindle in comparison to that of the world’s youngest yet biggest car market in China – 1,72 million passenger cars in a single month, and over 50% growth over that of January last year.

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NEW SPONSOR AND NEW NAME FOR SOUTH AFRICAN OFF ROAD RACING
(13 Feb 2013)
A new sponsor and a new name will take off road racing in South Africa into a new era in 2013.

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NEW CEO FOR THE RMI
(13 Feb 2013)
The RMI Board of Directors has over the past few of months been involved in the process of identifying a CEO designate to take over from Jeff Osborne on the 1st July this year.

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SHELL LUBRICANTS: STILL THE GLOBAL LEADER
(12 Feb 2013)
Shell maintained its global leadership position as the world’s oil of choice in 2011. It also led the branded lubricants category for this period – good news for local consumers and potential customers alike…

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GOODYEAR PROUD TO TYRE THE CELEBRATED 3-POINTED STAR
(11 Feb 2013)
Goodyear’s supply relationship with the prestigious Mercedes-Benz marque has gone from strength to strength, with rewarding original equipment (OE) fitments in both passenger and commercial/truck product lines.

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DAF FEBRUARY 2013
(11 Feb 2013)
DAF Trucks has further strengthened its position on the European truck market last year. With a record market share of 16% in the heavy segment (16 tons+) DAF is now the second largest heavy truck brand in the EU*. Moreover, DAF is leading the market

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WORLD SPEED RECORDS SHATTERED ON GOODYEAR TRUCK TYRES
(8 Feb 2013)
Mean Green, the world’s fastest hybrid truck, has broken two world speed records on Goodyear tyres.

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A POSITIVE START TO 2013 FOR THE VOLKSWAGEN GROUP SOUTH AFRICA
(5 Feb 2013)
Volkswagen Group South Africa recorded a positive start to 2013 with sales of 10 511 units (Volkswagen Passenger – 8 226; Audi – 1 555 and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles – 730) in the total vehicle market in South Africa. The achievement gave Volkswa

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JANUARY HINTS AT STRONG SALES MOMENTUM
(5 Feb 2013)
The South African new vehicle market surprised even the most optimistic analysts after the National Association of Automotive Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) recorded 55 007 new vehicle sales in January. This is 14.1% better than the same mont

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QUALITY TESTS FOR VOLVOS NEW TRUCK GENERATION
(4 Feb 2013)
The new Volvo FH has been subjected to a range of gruelling quality tests. It has been cooled and heated. It has been shaken and thrown around. It has been driven for mile after mile in extreme environments. It has taken the punishment – and come out

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DHL GLOBAL FORWARDING AND LOGISTICS NEWS TEAM UP TO BRING SA BUSINESSES A BRAND-NEW CHALLENGE
(4 Feb 2013)
Hosted for the first time by DHL Global Forwarding in partnership with Logistics News, The Fresh Connection Challenge is now in its third year in South Africa.

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METRIC AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING COMMISSIONS ADVANCED LASER MEASUREMENT AND ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
(31 Jan 2013)
Metric Automotive Engineering, one of South Africa’s most comprehensively equipped diesel engine and component re-manufacturers, has commissioned an advanced laser measurement and alignment system that is unique in South Africa, making measuring the

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JUDGE DISMISSES RMI WITH COSTS
(31 Jan 2013)
In the most recent case brought by the RMI attempting to interdict the implementation of the REDISA plan, Judge Bam has found for REDISA on all counts.

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RMI CHALLENGES REDISA – JUDGEMENT
(31 Jan 2013)
The RMI has, together with its legal team, studied the judgment handed down by the acting judge Bam yesterday.

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TOYOTA CLAIMS BACK TOP AUTOMOTIVE SPOT
(30 Jan 2013)
Toyota was recognised as the world’s best-selling vehicle brand after recording nearly 9.75 million sales in 2012. This means that the company last year sold one new vehicle every 3 seconds to a customer somewhere in the world.

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DCD VENCO IS THE FIRST COMPANY TO MANUFACTURE NEW DURATRAY ADT BIN
(30 Jan 2013)
30 January, 2013: The successful collaboration between medium and heavy engineering specialist DCD Venco and global independent dump body supplier Duratray International, has resulted in the local development, manufacture and supply of the first-of-i

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TRAILER SKIRTS FOR IMPROVED FUEL ECONOMY
(30 Jan 2013)
Serco has introduced an innovative fuel saving accessory for their semi-trailers. The aerodynamic side skirts developed by Freightwing in the US can be fitted to the trailers resulting in a fuel saving and an accompanying reduction in carbon dioxide

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RFA TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ASSESSMENT FORUM
(30 Jan 2013)
 Government Gazette on the Mandatory Grants: Update

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AUTOCAR LAUNCHES NEW WASTE DISPOSAL TRUCK POWERED BY CUMMINS
(30 Jan 2013)
29 January, 2013: Internationally-recognised truck manufacturer Autocar is confident of expanding its geographical footprint, after officially launching its range of Xpeditor waste disposal and refuse collection vehicles to the South African market i

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IMPERIAL LOGISTICS GIVES BACK DURING THE HOLIDAYS
(30 Jan 2013)
Johannesburg, 30 January 2013 – IMPERIAL Logistics recently set time aside during its busiest time of year to volunteer and give back to the community by hosting a holiday party for needy children and educating schools on road safety.

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WABCO SECURES ORDERS TO SUPPLY ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMS FROM SIX MAJOR TRAILER MANUFACTURERS IN BRAZIL
(29 Jan 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, January 29, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that it has won contracts to provide anti-lock braking systems (ABS) to six of

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MUNICIPAL ACTIONS AGAINST FREIGHT OPERATORS
(28 Jan 2013)
Emakhazeni (Belfast) Fire Department: Invoices for “Services rendered”

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HINO PLANS TO BUILD ON 2012’S SALES GROWTH IN 2013
(28 Jan 2013)
Hino SA, not only had a very satisfactory year as regards sales in 2012, but it is now looking to increase its volume in the local market by 10% in 2013. Last year was the best ever for the Hino brand in SA with 3 295 units sold, while adding in sale

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HIGHER DRIVING COMFORT THANKS TO 750 NEW DIWA.5 TRANSMISSIONS IN ISTANBUL
(28 Jan 2013)
Citybuses provide the highest proportion of public transport systems in Istanbul. For service in the metropolis on two continents, IETT Istanbul, Turkey's largest transport operator, has ordered 750 new buses. All of them will be fitted with the prov

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MASSIVE EXHIBITOR INCREASE OFFERS BIG OPPORTUNITIES FOR VISITORS OF TYREXPO ASIA 2013
(25 Jan 2013)
A massive increase in exhibitors at Tyrexpo Asia 2013 means that visitors will have at least 50% more companies to do business with when the show opens at the Singapore Expo Centre in the third week of March.

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MARCOPOLO MAKES STRATEGIC INVESTMENT IN NEW FLYER
(25 Jan 2013)
Caxias do Sul, January 23, 2013: Marcopolo, a leading Brazilian company in bus body production, announces today that has agreed to make a strategic investment of C$116.4 million (Canadian dollar) to acquire 11,087,834 newly issued common shares, repr

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TMC DEEPEN COLLABORATION BY SIGNING BINDING AGREEMENTS
(25 Jan 2013)
Fuel Cell System, Sports Vehicle, Lightweight Technology and Lithium-air Battery Collaboration to Commence

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SUSTAINABILITY GURU TO SHARE HIS INSIGHTS WITH SA SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONALS
(23 Jan 2013)
Johannesburg, 23 January 2013 – One of the world’s leading authorities on corporate responsibility and sustainable development will be sharing his insights with South African supply chain professionals next month. UK-based John Elkington is a present

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WABCO RECEIVES NINE TOP ‘SUPPLIER’ AWARDS BY SEVEN OF CHINA’S LEADING COMMERCIAL VEHICLE MAKERS; RECOGNIZING PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE, INNOVATION AND QU
(22 Jan 2013)
BRUSSELS, Belgium, January 22, 2013 – WABCO Holdings Inc. (NYSE: WBC), a global technology leader and tier-one supplier to the commercial vehicle industry, today announced that WABCO has been honored for its superior performance during 2012 with nine

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HINO NOTCHES UP 22ND CONSECUTIVE FINISH IN DAKAR RALLY
(22 Jan 2013)
Hino, the leading Japanese truck manufacturer and the first one from that country to enter the gruelling Dakar Rally, way back in 1991, notched up its 22nd consecutive finish in the 2013 edition of this gruelling cross-country race which finished in

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FLOODING IN LIMPOPO (BORDER CROSSINGS)
(21 Jan 2013)
Please note that due to severe flooding that most of the low level bridges crossing the Limpopo River have been closed.

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NEW TIGER WHEEL & TYRE OPENS IN WHITE RIVER, MPUMALANGA
(17 Jan 2013)
White River residents and commuters have just had their wheel and tyre options increased exponentially, with the opening of a brand new Tiger Wheel & Tyre store in the town.

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IMPERIAL MAKES THE CALL TO EMPOWER BLACK WOMEN
(17 Jan 2013)
Johannesburg, 16 January 2013 – A call centre that is creating employment and skills development opportunities for young, black women is one of the latest projects reflecting IMPERIAL Logistics’ commitment to constantly pursuing all facets of transfo

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TYREXPO AFRICA CONFIRMS RETURN TO JOHANNESBURG IN MARCH 2014
(16 Jan 2013)
Tyrexpo Africa, southern Africa’s premier tyre and workshop equipment exhibition, will return to the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, in March 2014.

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DEAR MEMBER
(16 Jan 2013)
The SASC seeks to represent South African cargo owners in all matters that affect the competitiveness of South African supply chains globally and therefore strives to understand the infrastructural, human resource, and other needs and requirements o

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2012 ANOTHER RECORD YEAR FOR CONTINENTAL
(16 Jan 2013)
Hanover, January 14, 2013. In the past fiscal year, the international automotive supplier Con-tinental again exceeded its targets.

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DEAR MEMBER
(15 Jan 2013)
The CBRTA intends extending formal transport agreements (Bilateral Agreements) with the following countries: Angola, Democratice Republic of Congo and Tanzania

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GOOD NEWS FOR CHANA CUSTOMERS
(15 Jan 2013)
Chana customers have been thrown a lifeline by none other than the parent company of Geely South Africa, once Chana’s biggest single competitor.

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IVECO PRESENTS DUAL ENERGY CONCEPT AT THE EUROPEAN MOTOR
(12 Jan 2013)
Iveco showcases its state-of-the-art alternative traction concept along with several models from its Daily range at the 91st European Motor Show in Brussels.

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GERARD DE ROOY WINS 6TH SPECIAL STAGE, IVECO FIRST IN THE GENERAL STANDINGS
(12 Jan 2013)
Gerard de Rooy won his 4th stage victory in the truck segment of the 6th stage of the current Dakar.

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DAVID BUCHANAN HEADS UP SAVINO’S SALES
(12 Jan 2013)
David Buchanan, an all-round professional in freight forwarding and logistics has been appointed as National Sales Manager for Savino Del Bene. David, previously Strategic Accounts Manager, has been with the company for five years.

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MOTOR INDUSTRY ENDS 2012 ON A POSITIVE NOTE WITH GROWTH OF 9.2%
(10 Jan 2013)
NAAMSA vehicle sales statistics for December reflect 46 016 new vehicle deliveries for the month, an increase of 1,8% on December 2011. This brought total sales for the year to 623 914 units, up 9,2% on 2011.

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DEAR MEMBER:
(10 Jan 2013)
SANS 1395-1: Road Transport Management Systems (RTMS) Part 1: Operator requirements

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