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Featured in Issue 5 2026

The premium truck battle just got more interesting…

At first glance, the new FAW J7 looks like another premium long-haul truck. But this isn’t just a new truck. It’s the Chinese truck that wants to change everything…

Up to 8% fuel savings? Thanks Scania, that’s Super

The Scania Super powertrain is not new (it was first released in Europe in 2021) but South African customers have been testing demo models locally for the past nine to 12 months. Julia Tew visited Scania in Aeroton to see what the fuel-efficiency fuss is all about.

Why can’t South Africa move like this

While testing the new-generation DAF trucks in the Netherlands, I found myself equally fascinated by something else entirely: a public transport system that is affordable, seamless, safe and astonishingly efficient.

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LCV Sales

Domestic sales of new light commercial vehicles (bakkies and minibuses) – at 11,251 units during May 2026 – recorded a gain of 273 units, or +2,5% compared to the 10,978 units sold in May 2025.

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MCV Sales

Medium commercial vehicle sales during May 2026 – at 718 units – recorded a 13,6% increase versus the 632 units sold in May 2025.

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HCV Sales

Heavy commercial vehicle sales – at 2,231 units in May 2026 – reflected a 12,9% increase compared to the 1,976 units sold in May 2025.

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