Jan 14, 2022 | IN THE NEWS, SUV, TRUCKS
Hino Team Sugawara has conducted extensive testing of the 1 000 hp hybrid truck it has entered in the 2022 Dakar Rally. Results have been very promising as the team aims to take on the so-called “monster trucks” with Hino’s first racing diesel-electric hybrid...
Jan 3, 2022 | IN THE NEWS, TRUCKS
FAW Trucks has become one of the true success stories of the South African commercial vehicle market. Continuously reaching new sales heights since its first locally produced unit rolled off the assembly line in 2014, it now has a 16-strong range of commercial...
Dec 13, 2021 | IN THE NEWS, TRUCKS, BUSES
December 10th 2021 was the first day of trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange as it marks the start of a new era for Daimler Truck. Following the spin-off from Daimler AG, the first day of listing symbolizes Daimler Truck’s embarkment into unrestricted...
Dec 6, 2021 | IN THE NEWS, TRUCKS, BUSES
Daimler Trucks & Buses Southern Africa Assembly Plant in East London kick-starts its 60th Anniversary celebrations The company announces the launch of the Mercedes-Benz Actros 60th edition range as part of this significant celebration The company further unveils...
Dec 3, 2021 | IN THE NEWS, TRUCKS
The South African heavy commercial vehicle market is a tough and highly competitive one, and discerning buyers in this sector are basing their purchase decisions on product reputation, affordability, reliability, durability, aftersales service and low overall cost of...
Dec 2, 2021 | IN THE NEWS, TRUCKS, ACCESSORIES & PARTS, FLEET MANAGEMENT
The Ctrack Freight Transport Index (CFTI) improved by 6,1% year on year. What is interesting is that Air Freight and Road Freight have been the major contributors to this growth. Pipelines showed the biggest improvements, but this remains a minor contributor to the...
