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A 2.27 million km “Old One” is Isuzu’s Legends of the Long Run winner

We have a winner in the longevity stakes! Stanhope Boot & Shoe Manufacturers’ Isuzu FTR 800, affectionately known as “the old one”, has claimed top honours in Isuzu Motors South Africa’s Legends of the Long Run competition after clocking up an impres

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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.

Patrick O’Leary
Managing Editor, FleetWatch

Industry News

Saturday, 14 November, 2026

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WearCheck celebrates 50 years of keeping industry moving

Oil and lubricant analysis has brought a scientific dimension to preventative maintenance in the road freight industry, helping fleet operators identify developing mechanical problems before they become costly failures....

22 hours ago

Tracker: Trucks remain hijack targets despite decline in vehicle crime

South Africa's road freight industry faces a particular vehicle crime risk - hijacking - where criminals use force or the threat of force to take vehicles and products from drivers....

2 days ago

Engen rolls out new premium fuel range amid fuel price turmoil

Mention the word ‘fuel’ these days and the conversation immediately heats up, usually accompanied by universal condemnation of the price of diesel and petrol....

2 days ago

Good business meets good purpose in the informal sector

This is not a direct trucking-related story but it's one that caught my eye because it demonstrates how innovative thinking can be used to create opportunities that benefit not just…...

2 days ago

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Castrol supports Transport Month with Let's Protect the Journey campaign

Cops rate Brake & Tyre Watch training tops

Action of the Donkerhoek Brake & Tyre Watch event

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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…

3 months ago

Opinion Piece: Stronger together: Collaboration as a strategic imperative for energy resilience

In an environment shaped by supply chain volatility, rising operational costs and increasing pressure on productivity, energy companies are being…

9 months ago

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…

9 months ago

Global News: Scania opens R&D proving ground to test future transport technologies

The development of new truck technologies is only as good as the real-world testing that proves them safe, reliable and…

2 days ago

Opinions & Blogs

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What is your truck really worth over its lifetime?

In transport economics, there is no denying that local transport operators now understand the concept of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) – a comprehensive, strategic metric that evaluates every expense across a truck’s entire lifecycle.

2 weeks ago

Castrol’s ‘Protect the Journey’ goes well beyond lubricants

South Africa’s road freight industry may be a cauldron of competition but it’s also a community where collaboration and knowledge sharing can benefit society at large.

2 weeks ago

Cops rate Brake & Tyre Watch training tops

Action of the Donkerhoek Brake & Tyre Watch event

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