DHL Supply Chain, one of the world’s leading contract logistics providers, has announced plans to invest R220 million in a new multi‑user distribution centre in Johannesburg, Gauteng, reinforcing its long‑term commitment to South Africa and its focus on supporting customer growth and supply‑chain capacity expansion.

Tata Africa, in partnership with Tata Motors, India’s leading multinational automobile manufacturer, marked a significant milestone with the rollout of the 12,000^th locally assembled commercial vehicle from the Tata Africa’s Assembly Facility in Rosslyn, South Africa. The achievement underscores Tata Motors’ long-term commitment to South Africa’s manufacturing sector and its growing commercial vehicle ecosystem.

FAW Trucks Southern Africa has launched the new J7 heavy-duty performance truck tractor in South Africa, introducing its newest premium flagship model purpose-built for the realities of long-haul transport, fleet productivity, safety and operator comfort in demanding African conditions.

Volvo has begun on-road testing of heavy trucks powered by hydrogen combustion engines. Volvo’s hydrogen solution is industry-leading, and the commercial launch is planned before 2030.

Juanita Pienaar spoke with Philip Kalil-Zackey, Head of Truck Sales & Product at MAN Truck & Bus South Africa; Itumeleng Segage, General Manager of Hino Sales; and Olaf Petersen, Vice President: Sales & Marketing at Daimler Truck Southern Africa, to unpack the shifting landscape of heavy commercial vehicles in the country.