As South Africa continues to grapple with inefficiencies across its transport and logistics infrastructure, smart technology is emerging as a powerful lever for progress. According to Michelle De Freitas, Country Sales Manager at Webfleet South Africa, telematics has a critical role to play in alleviating congestion, improving coordination, and enabling more responsive and sustainable logistics operations.
FAW Trucks Southern Africa proudly showcased its innovative vehicle solutions at Big 5 Construct South Africa, held from June 18-20th 2025, at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
Hino South Africa has won a Platinum Award in the Commercial Vehicle Segment of the National Automobile Dealers Association Dealer Satisfaction Index (DSI) survey for the fifth year running. It was the only truck manufacturer or importer to gain a Platinum Award for having an average score above 85%. Three companies received Gold Awards and there was one Silver and two Bronze awards.
It’s all systems go for the NAACAM SHOW 2025, the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (NAACAM)’s showcase of South Africa’s automotive component manufacturing excellence. This year the show will be hosted in Nelson Mandela Bay for the first time.
Johannesburg, South Africa, June 2025 – FAW Trucks Southern Africa, in partnership with Laubstar Holdings, has officially opened four new dealership locations, reinforcing its commitment to delivering innovative truck solutions to a broader client base.
Capital Equipment News’ Juanita Pienaar spoke with John Loxton, Managing Director of BLS Fleet, to uncover the story behind the company’s rapid ascent, strategic agility, and commitment to fleet optimisation in a changing landscape.
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