Four out of five trucks fail inspections at Brake & Tyre Watch Kimberley

The latest FleetWatch Brake & Tyre Watch campaign, held in Kimberley on 7 and 8 October 2026, once again highlighted serious concerns surrounding heavy vehicle roadworthiness on South African roads, as well as a new trend in criminality. Read on….

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From The Editor's Desk

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Welcome to From the Editor’s Desk, a space where we take a closer look at the stories shaping the transport, logistics and fleet industries. From market trends and operational challenges to industry insights and expert opinions, this section highlights the conversations that matter most to fleet operators and decision-makers across South Africa. Our aim is to provide practical, relevant and thought-provoking content that keeps the industry informed and moving forward.

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Sunday, 18 October, 2026

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ZF AFTERMARKET - LISTENING TO AFRICA

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Trucking Updates

FMCG logistics in peak season: getting inventory and trucks in sync

Peak season is a stressful time for working folk, to be sure. For the FMCG and road freight industries, holiday…

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Volvo Trucks SA crowns 2025 dealer champions across 23 performance categories

With 23 award categories spanning its full value chain and a 20-strong national dealer network, Volvo Trucks South Africa’s annual…

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Our guess is that it will be a long time before we see this emulated in South Africa - if…

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Opinions & Blogs

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Ultimate Dependability: The Driving Force Behind UD Trucks’ Total Transport Solutions Partnership

Transport operators across Southern Africa are navigating an increasingly demanding operating environment, balancing the need for uptime and productivity with rising operating costs, driver demands and growing pressure to deliver more efficiently.

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ISUZU: Proud of where we’ve come from, excited about where we are going.

As ISUZU Motors South Africa prepares to unveil the next chapter in its commercial vehicle journey, the company is reflecting on a proud heritage spanning more than 60 years.

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