Four people sustained moderate injuries following a serious truck accident on the Old R102 near the Ottawa intersection in Verulam on Friday afternoon. KZN VIP Emergency Medical Services were dispatched to the scene after multiple reports of the incident were received by the KZN VIP Emergency Operations Centre. Upon arrival, […]
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Traffic Update: N3 at Ashburton Obstructed
Mi7 Emergency Medical Services was dispatched to the Lynnfield Park area this morning after reports of a Motor Vehicle Accident on the N3 involving two trucks and a car. Three patients were treated for minor injuries. The highway is obstructed in both directions, and we urge motorists to be cautious […]
Fleet Safety Awards 2026: your entry takes longer than you think
Entries for the Fleet Safety Awards 2026 are open, and the deadline – 3 September 2026 – is closer than it feels. A standout entry takes time to put together, so don’t leave it to the last minute. The Awards celebrate excellence in fleet safety, with R250 000 in major […]
A truck driver has been killed in a fatal crash on the N12 near Johannesburg
A truck driver has tragically lost his life after the heavy load he was transporting shifted forward, crushing the truck’s cab during a collision with a minibus taxi on the N12 westbound near Johannesburg. The fatal crash occurred on Thursday morning, just after the Comaro Road off-ramp, in the Bassonia/Gleneagles […]
A day when South Africa held its breath… Comment from The Road Freight Association
It’s midway through the day after June 30, 2026. The dust has settled, and it’s time to take a look at what the day held for South Africa in general – and the road freight and logistics sector, in particular. June 30 will definitely rank as one of those days […]
Heavy traffic congestion on the M7 and N3 Northbound, Durban
Reports coming from Durban indicate heavy traffic congestion on the M7 and N3 Northbound this afternoon. Truck drivers, if you are about to depart from Durban, please expect significant delays and plan your journey accordingly. The increased traffic volume is believed to be linked to yesterday’s protests and disruptions in […]
Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) celebrated the arrival of four new hybrid straddle carriers
Cape Town Container Terminal (CTCT) celebrated the arrival of four new hybrid straddle carriers, strengthening cargo-handling capability ahead of the peak deciduous season. Powered by both diesel and electric technology, the new machines reduce fuel consumption and emissions while supporting efficient cargo movement across the stack. This investment reinforces CTCT’s […]
A grain truck and a taxi collided on Durban Road
Emergency services responded to the scene where a Grain Truck and a Taxi collided on Durban Road. 3 patients with moderate to serious injuries. Fantastic teamwork by all involved A grain truck and a taxi collided on Durban Roadhttps://t.co/pmYIznDmO9#ArriveAlive #TruckCrash #TaxiCrash @LimaCharlie1 pic.twitter.com/RqdGJDGe8S – Arrive Alive (@_ArriveAlive) June 29, 2026
Motor vehicle accident involving two light motor vehicles and two trucks
N17 Emergency Response members responded to a motor vehicle accident involving two light motor vehicles and two trucks. Fortunately, there were no serious injuries reported. All patients were assessed and treated by medical personnel on scene. We thank all emergency services and motorists for their cooperation and urge all road […]
Dealer Spotlight: UD Trucks Richards Bay Delivers 20 UD Quester Trucks to AML Distributions
Strong customer relationships, a deep understanding of operational requirements, and a commitment to delivering the right transport solutions are what set the UD Trucks dealer network apart. This was recently demonstrated by UD Trucks Richards Bay, which successfully delivered 20 UD Quester trucks to AML Distributions, South Africa’s largest cement […]










