Ed Richardson

South Africa

Editor at Automotive Industries (magazine)

Passionate about communication. I love helping companies to communicate more effectively with staff, clients, suppliers and the community,

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Articles

Proposed cabotage rules in line with 91 other countries

1 week ago | freightnews.co.za | Ed Richardson

The South African government is not alone in wanting to control short-sea shipping around its coast through cabotage legislation. These plans are contained in the Merchant Shipping Bill of 2023, for which public comment was invited in September 2024, and extended to April 2025.
Hexagon’s MAESTRO reinvents CMM systems through digitization

1 week ago | ai-online.com | Ed Richardson

A new generation of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) is needed to meet the demand for high-speed connected systems which can quickly adapt to different production line and component configurations. In response, Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division developed MAESTRO, an all-new, next-generation CMM engineered from the ground up to meet the rising productivity demands of modern manufacturing.
Call for Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer 2025 Beneficiary Applications

1 week ago | mypr.co.za | Ed Richardson

Non-profit organisations supporting cancer patients and their families in the Eastern Cape and Garden Route, are invited to apply to be selected as a beneficiary of the annual Algoa FM Big Walk for Cancer, presented by ISUZU MOTORS South Africa. The 27th edition of the biggest mass participation charity event in the Eastern Cape will be held on Saturday, 25 October 2025. The main event will take place in Gqeberha, with parallel events in East London and George on the same day.
Avery Dennison PSA tapes support rapid evolution of EV batteries

1 week ago | ai-online.com | Ed Richardson

Innovative pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) solutions are providing crucial support to designers and engineers working in the rapidly evolving world of electric vehicle batteries (EVBs). Avery Dennison Performance Tapes specializes in cutting-edge PSAs designed to meet the unique demands of EVBs. These include safety, reliability and the optimization of performance combined with efficient manufacturing systems.
EVs in action - from milk floats to mining dump trucks

2 weeks ago | freightnews.co.za | Ed Richardson

Until the 1980s, South Africa was a world leader in electric delivery vehicles – the ubiquitous milk f loats.They were simple, durable and ideal for short delivery routes, and apart from a hum, the only noise early in the morning was the clinking of the milk and orange juice bottles.Local milk f loats were either imported or modelled on British designs, modified for use in South Africa. They disappeared from the roads because the market and society changed, not due to the technolog y.
New commercial exports in uphill battle against used vehicles

2 weeks ago | freightnews.co.za | Ed Richardson

Exports of new commercial vehicles from South Africa to the rest of the region are constrained by relatively open borders for the importation of used trucks. Volumes, where numbers are available, are low. According to Namibian-owned asset management firm IJG, Namibian commercial vehicles led the overall new vehicle sales in February, with 606 units sold compared to 511 passenger vehicles. Light commercial vehicles were the top sellers of the month, at 540 units.
Agile and scalable solutions needed for fast-changing market

2 weeks ago | freightnews.co.za | Ed Richardson

SA Cargo has expanded its ro-ro services directly to the car terminals in Durban, Gqeberha and East London.“This strategic extension allows us to drive units directly through the terminal without unnecessary stops, streamlining the movement of vehicles. It enhances our control over the vehicle f low, both in terms of imports and exports, ensuring a smoother transition from vessel to yard,” says branch manager Denzil Reddy.
Mixed bag of commercial vehicle sales

2 weeks ago | freightnews.co.za | Liesl Venter |Ed Richardson

Growth in the South African market for light commercials (LCVs) has stalled, despite the increase in online shopping and home deliveries.Horizon Grand View Research estimates that the South African LCV market (light delivery vehicles, bakkies and minibuses) was worth around R41 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach R56bn by 2030.This is ref lected in light delivery vehicle sales, which, according to naamsa the Automotive Business Council figures, increased from 1 200 in January 2023 to 2...
Speira brings research, politics and business case makers together

3 weeks ago | ai-online.com | Ed Richardson

Ed Richardson Author: Nick Palmen 4 minutes ago 2 min read Speira’s 3rd Battery and E-Mobility Forum brings research, politics and business case makers together. (c) Speira “We come from the worlds of politics, regulation, technology, research and, of course, the business case for e-mobility.
Agile and scalable solutions needed for fast-changing market

3 weeks ago | freightnews.co.za | Ed Richardson

SA Cargo has expanded its roll-on roll-off (ro-ro) services directly to the car terminals in Durban, Gqeberha and East London. “This strategic extension allows us to drive units directly through the terminal without unnecessary stops, streamlining the movement of vehicles. It enhances our control over the vehicle f low, both in terms of imports and exports, ensuring a smoother transition from vessel to yard,” says branch manager Denzil Reddy.