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Bus and armoured truck collision kills 20 in South AfricaAt least 60 others were wounded in the incident, which happened...
16/02/2023

Bus and armoured truck collision kills 20 in South Africa
At least 60 others were wounded in the incident, which happened late on Monday in South Africa’s northern Limpopo province.

At least 60 others were injured in the incident that happened on Monday in South Africa’s northern Limpopo province.

What companies need to know about protecting and managing their trucks.
06/02/2023

What companies need to know about protecting and managing their trucks.

South Africa has one of the largest total road networks in Africa, and as such, its road freight industry plays a vital role in mobilising goods, optimising the country's operational efficiency and ultimately, contributing to the economy...

If you’ve ever been tired and driven to a destination, but don’t really remember the journey or the route you took, that...
31/01/2023

If you’ve ever been tired and driven to a destination, but don’t really remember the journey or the route you took, that could have been fatigue impairment

Most people are aware of the dangers of drinking and driving but don’t realize that drowsy driving can be just as fatal -- and likely happens more often

What truck drivers fear most on South Africa’s roads
30/01/2023

What truck drivers fear most on South Africa’s roads

Recent data from Webfleet paints a different picture than many South African drivers might expect.

As announced on Wednesday morning, motorists have been freed from the suffering of standing in long queues to renew expi...
26/01/2023

As announced on Wednesday morning, motorists have been freed from the suffering of standing in long queues to renew expired driver’s licences.

We've waited so long. The South African government finally sorted out a driver's licence frustration that has been annoying us all.

Transport MEC says eight months needed to fix collapsed Hendrick Potgieter Road
11/01/2023

Transport MEC says eight months needed to fix collapsed Hendrick Potgieter Road

A section of the road caved in after persistent heavy rains.

South Africa's trucking sector is most concerned about unroadworthy vehicles, poor road conditions, and a lack of polici...
13/12/2022

South Africa's trucking sector is most concerned about unroadworthy vehicles, poor road conditions, and a lack of policing, according to Webfleet's first-ever Road Safety Report

South African trucking companies bemoan unroadworthy vehicles, poor road conditions, and a lack of policing as major safety concerns.

The Road Freight Association (RFA) has welcomed the drop in the price of both grades of diesel.
09/12/2022

The Road Freight Association (RFA) has welcomed the drop in the price of both grades of diesel.

The Road Freight Association said after the diesel price cuts this week there are signs that transport costs are heading in the right direction.

Townhill residents took matters into their own hands by diverting about 100 heavyweight trucks back onto the N3
29/11/2022

Townhill residents took matters into their own hands by diverting about 100 heavyweight trucks back onto the N3

Frustrated townhill residents in Pietermaritzburg divert heavy trucks back to the N3.

Urging all our truckers to plan your routes accordingly considering the on-going strikes.
22/11/2022

Urging all our truckers to plan your routes accordingly considering the on-going strikes.

A standoff between civil servants and the government has escalated after labour minister Thulas Nxesi last week said he was unilaterally implementing a 3% wage increase.

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has warned drivers in South Africa that policing efforts are being ramped...
18/11/2022

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has warned drivers in South Africa that policing efforts are being ramped up on the country’s roads ahead of the festive season

Traffic authorities are ramping up policing ahead of the holidays – and won’t hesitate to impound vehicles.

MIDDAY UPDATES - Transport department to step up operations after yet another fatal crash
17/11/2022

MIDDAY UPDATES - Transport department to step up operations after yet another fatal crash

MEC for Transport, Community Safety and Liaison Sipho Hlomuka urged motorists to respect the rules of the road.

Lunch Time Update - South Africa is a vast country with many opportunities for those seeking to become professional truc...
14/11/2022

Lunch Time Update - South Africa is a vast country with many opportunities for those seeking to become professional truck drivers

5 Steps To Becoming A Certified Truck Driver In South AfricaTravel / By Greater Good SA South Africa is a vast country with many opportunities for those seeking to become professional truck drivers. The first step is to obtain the necessary licenses and permits. The second step is to find employment...

The Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) has called on citizens to avoid the Department of Transport Fellow...
10/11/2022

The Public Servants Association of South Africa (PSA) has called on citizens to avoid the Department of Transport

Fellow Truckers to avoid routes where strikes are concerned.

Workers in parts of the country, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban are expected to join the strike for better wages and conditions.

Driving with Trucks in Heavy Rain and in Bad Weather
07/11/2022

Driving with Trucks in Heavy Rain and in Bad Weather

To develop an effective road safety information portal that will enhance awareness of road safety and save lives.

New laws to deal with trucks on South Africa’s roads
04/11/2022

New laws to deal with trucks on South Africa’s roads

Truck crashes are a near-daily occurrence in South Africa, with road freight becoming the main mode of transportation for goods and services in the country.

November’s fuel price increases come as a result of higher international oil prices and a weaker rand
02/11/2022

November’s fuel price increases come as a result of higher international oil prices and a weaker rand

The price of petrol and diesel are going up on November 2. Let’s take a closer look at what’s happening, and how much more you’ll pay per tank from Wednesday.

Dashcam that can face the road, the driver, or both - The KP2 is a compact, road-facing camera with a snap-on driver-fac...
31/10/2022

Dashcam that can face the road, the driver, or both - The KP2 is a compact, road-facing camera with a snap-on driver-facing camera option, enabling commercial fleets to add driver-facing video at any time with no wiring changes, no added installation cost, and no downtime.

SmartWitness launches road and driver-facing dashcam October 14, 2022 SmartWitness – a leading global provider of video telematics solutions with roots dating back to 2007 – has launched a novel dashcam that can face the road, the driver, or both. Industry-first modular flexibility is being brou...

Urging all our truck drivers to sail with caution through the Sandton area over the weekend following terror attack aler...
27/10/2022

Urging all our truck drivers to sail with caution through the Sandton area over the weekend following terror attack alert.

The communique was issued on the embassy's website on Wednesday afternoon, warning that it had received information that terrorists may be planning to conduct an attack targeting large gatherings of people at an unspecified location in the greater Sandton area.

Proud moments for the Road Freight Industry
26/10/2022

Proud moments for the Road Freight Industry

Over 40 deserving people were recognised and celebrated at the inaugural South African Freight Awards, which took place on 15 October 2022 at The Maslow Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg. The Awards were established to assist in the continuous quality improvement of emerging and qualifying enterprises...

Reasons to renew your license ahead in time before actual expiring date
24/10/2022

Reasons to renew your license ahead in time before actual expiring date

Calls are being made to fast-track new driver’s licence cards for South Africa – as the only machine that prints the cards has broken down for the second time in less than a year

KZN communities to block coal trucks on Thursday to curb 'crazy' traffic
21/10/2022

KZN communities to block coal trucks on Thursday to curb 'crazy' traffic

The severe increase in coal trucks moving through KwaZulu-Natal roads has provoked outcry from affected communities that plan to restrict access for coal trucks on Thursday.

PODCAST | Truckers ‘flying’ to meet higher coal demand blamed for road carnage
21/10/2022

PODCAST | Truckers ‘flying’ to meet higher coal demand blamed for road carnage

The rising global demand for coal caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine has hurt the local trucking industry as it races to meet growing export demands amid a crisis. This increased demand has resulted in more heavy vehicles on SA's national roads.

We are really urging safety from our fellow truck drivers
21/10/2022

We are really urging safety from our fellow truck drivers

A man caught 'trucking with his feet' on the N3 has drawn the ire of social media users, after a clip of his dangerous driving went viral.

Trucking companies in KwaZulu-Natal said they were worried about the future of their businesses due to their trucks havi...
13/10/2022

Trucking companies in KwaZulu-Natal said they were worried about the future of their businesses due to their trucks having restricted access to ports because of the ongoing Transnet strike

Trucking companies in KwaZulu-Natal have said their businesses are struggling due to trucks having restricted access to the ports

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Tipped-over truck spotted by the Guardian Angels.

Suspected truck accident. Services on site.

Guardian Angels came across a broken down truck which has received the necessary assistance form the mechanical teams on site.

Broken down truck spotted by Guardian Angels. Security on site.

Routine Guardian Angels patrol - came across a lost load but no truck around.

Routine patrols by the Guardian Angels - stationary truck on an uphill. Awaiting the necessary support before proceeding.

Truck that lost its load has been tended to and load has been recovered. Guardian Angels routine patrols.

Routine patrol by Guardian Angels where another broken down truck has been spotted. Hope the driver received timeous assistance.

Abnormal load truck driver and escort tending to a flat tyre before continuing. Reported by Guardian Angels during their routine patrols.

Guardian Angels routine patrols - broken down truck being assisted.

Guardian Angels update on their routine drives.

Abandoned trailer spotter by Guardian Angels.

Tow truck on hand offering assistance to the driver of the broken down truck. Guardian Angels reporting that all seems in order.

Guardian Angels spotted a broken down truck on their daily routine checks. Driver was assisted.

Responsible truck driver checking that belts are tightened before proceeding on his journey. Report from Guardian Angles while on his daily monitoring.

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