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16/10/2026

They tested the trucks. They compared the numbers. Then they ordered SEVEN more DAFs.

320,000 km without a breakdown. Impressive fuel efficiency. Lower operating costs.
Faith Transport put DAF to the test against other leading truck brands on the same routes across Southern Africa. The results convinced them to expand their fleet with seven new DAF XF 530 trucks from Babcock.

Don't take our word for it. Hear it from the people running the trucks.
Watch their story.

13/10/2026

What transport operators should expect from a truck dealer.

Strong dealers provide more than trucks.
They provide:
✔️ Technical expertise
✔️ Parts availability
✔️ Service capability
✔️ Industry insight

Because buying a truck is a transaction. Support is a partnership.

➡️ What support do you value most from your truck dealer?

09/10/2026

A great day on the fairways at our annual DAF Social! ⛳

It was fantastic to catch up with our customers, suppliers and partners at Modderfontein Golf Course for a day of golf, good company and plenty of laughs.

A big thank you to everyone who joined us and to our watering hole and prize sponsors for making the day such a success. We couldn't have done it without you!

Until next year!

07/10/2026

3 mistakes fleet operators often regret.

From industry discussions:
1️⃣ Buying based on price not lifecycle cost
2️⃣ Delaying maintenance to save cash
3️⃣ Ignoring driver training

Even small improvements in areas like maintenance, specification and operational management can reduce operating costs by 5–10%.

➡️ What fleet lesson did experience teach you?

05/10/2026

When there is little separating the trucks on paper, what influences the final decision?

For Pangolin Logistics, it’s the people and support behind the brand.

The company’s latest investment in ten new DAF trucks was supported by tailored finance, managed maintenance plans, trade-back options and a Babcock team that understands the realities of running a transport business. 🤝

That human connection - combined with a trusted truck brand - is why this relationship has continued across many years.

Read the full Pangolin Logistics story: https://ow.ly/MNEe50ZERMH

02/10/2026

Keeping trucks on the road starts with investing in the people who support them.

Babcock recently hosted DAF dealer representatives from across South Africa for a national training programme focused on technical development, knowledge sharing and collaboration.

By strengthening skills and capability across our dealer network, we help ensure customers receive consistent, high-quality support wherever they operate.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to another successful training initiative.

30/09/2026

What really makes fleets profitable?

Most operators focus on truck purchase price.
But experienced fleet managers know profitability is driven by:

✔️Uptime
✔️Fuel efficiency
✔️Maintenance discipline
✔️Dealer support

A single day of truck downtime can cost between R15 000 – R40 000 depending on operation.
The real question isn’t: 'What does the truck cost?' It’s: "What will it cost to run?"

➡️ What matters most in your fleet today - purchase price or uptime?

29/09/2026

When every load needs to arrive on time, your truck has to deliver too.

For Warden Boeredienste, DAF Trucks have proved their value where it matters – on the road, under load and against the demands of agricultural transport.

Operating a mixed fleet gives director Dawid Pretorius a real-world comparison. On comparable loads during the Eastern Free State potato season, he says the DAF has consistently used between 75 and 90 litres less diesel than competing trucks.

But fuel economy is only part of the story. Reliability, driver comfort and the support of Babcock’s service network have all contributed to Warden Boeredienste growing its DAF fleet from three trucks to five.

As Dawid puts it: “The DAF is really a complete package.”

🔗Read the full Warden Boeredienste customer story: https://ow.ly/c18n50ZNUAK

28/09/2026

Congratulations to our September Africa Safety Star, Nolwethu Ralarala, from our Transport Solutions business. 👏👏

By tracking inspection trends across company and employee vehicles and ensuring potential issues were addressed early, Nolwethu turned routine inspections into meaningful action. Her proactive approach has helped strengthen vehicle safety across the business and reinforce a culture of prevention.

Congratulations on a well-deserved award, and thank you for the positive impact you continue to make across Babcock.

25/09/2026

Top causes of truck downtime

Workshop teams often see:
✔️Missed service intervals
✔️Cooling system neglect
✔️Electrical faults
✔️Wear components ignored

Many failures are preventable.

➡️ What issue causes the most downtime in your experience?

Address

12 Wrench Road, Isando
Kempton Park

Telephone

+27100012561

Website

https://www.babcock.co.za/capabilities/transport-solutions-daf/6/

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