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Take a tuk-tuk

Take a tuk-tuk

Tuk-tuks, which are a common feature in Asian cities, have now made their debut on the streets of South Africa. We talk to local service providers to find out more about the legal requirements involved in operating these vehicles, and explore the sustainability of the sector going forward. CLAIRE RENKEN reports.

 
All geared-up …

All geared-up …

… and ready to go! Automechanika Johannesburg 2013 is happening next month. Here is a small preview.

 

 
Geared up for action

Geared up for action

With the last official meeting concluded on February 12, all are informed about everything relating to Truck Test 2013. Excitement is now peaking as next month will deliver another Truck Test extravaganza.

 
Taking names and going places

Taking names and going places

For almost a year, Bogdans Bulk Transport has been using Iveco trucks in its fleet. We caught up with the powers-that-be to get their feedback. CLAIRE RENCKEN reports.

 

   
More of the same, more or less

More of the same, more or less

Disappointment, plus creative bookkeeping, plus government, equals fraud – right? Well, not always. JACO DE KLERK discovers that this equation adds up to Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan’s 2013/14 Budget Speech.

 

 

 
Covering your ASSets

Covering your ASSets

It seems the commercial vehicle industry can breathe a slight sigh of relief as its sales figures are on the up-and-up. JACO DE KLERK investigates what this means for this sector’s finance and insurance industries.

 
Raising funds on the fairway

Raising funds on the fairway

Valentine’s Day had its limelight stolen this year by a very deserving cause – the annual Edutrans golf day hosted by Charmont Media. The teams came, saw and conquered at the Randpark Golf Club – all in the name of charity and fun. BLAIR BURMEISTER reports.

 

   
The next level of logistics

The next level of logistics

Two giants in the South African transport and logistics industry have joined forces, FOCUS brings you the inside scoop.

 

 
Working tyre-lessly

Working tyre-lessly

In our November 2012 issue, FOCUS reported on the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI) taking Redisa to court in order to delay the implementation of the latter’s waste tyre management plan. In the interim, the courts have found in favour of Redisa on all counts and the plan is to go ahead. CLAIRE RENCKEN investigates the merits of the Redisa plan.

 

 
Caveat emptor

Caveat emptor

The growth of counterfeit goods is one of the biggest problems facing the transport industry. GAVIN MYERS investigates.

   

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