Automechanika Johannesburg 2026
The 11th edition of Automechanika Johannesburg, South Africa’s premier international trade fair for the automotive service industry, opens its doors from 27 to 29 October 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. Operating daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the event serves as a vital meeting point for industry leaders, innovators, and professionals […]
Truck stops get a national standard: what the new framework means for your fleet..
Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has launched the National Truck Stop Framework, the first coordinated attempt to define what a safe, decent truck stop should look like in South Africa. On 17 September 2026, Transport Minister Barbara Creecy launched the National Truck Stop Framework (NTSF) at the Sasol N17 Truck Stop in Kinross, Mpumalanga. The Department […]
Truck Driver Wellness Hinges on Preventative Measures.
Published on: Santam Heavy Haulage recognises the critical link between driver wellness and road safety. The challenge is: How can the trucking industry respond to the need for faster deliveries without compromising the wellness of its drivers? Natalie Mpele, Head: Sales Specialist Solutions at Santam Heavy Haulage, confirms that owners of smaller hauliers, in particular […]
On the road to better health: Engen supports truck drivers this Transport Month
Every September over Transport Month, Engen rolls out free voluntary health screenings for truck drivers across South Africa. This annual initiative reaffirms its commitment to the health, safety, and well-being of the country’s transport heroes. Keeping the people who keep SA moving healthy The annual 2026 Engen Driver Wellness campaign will kick off on 19 […]