Highway Heroes
Rewarding the drivers creating better futures and building road safety since 2015
We care about road safety
Hollard Trucking, a specialist division of The Hollard Insurance Company Limited, provides comprehensive insurance solutions designed specifically for the transport sector. We're not just about coverage; we're passionate about improving road safety across South Africa and champion this commitment through a range of proactive initiatives.
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Hollard Highway Heroes
South Africa faces a crisis on our roads – a heartbreaking number of fatalities every year. Hollard Highway Heroes, a transformative annual competition, was created to directly confront this crisis. We shine a spotlight on exceptional truck drivers, the unsung heroes who navigate our highways with extraordinary skill and responsibility.
These drivers are more than just trucking professionals; they represent the very best of the transport industry. They are the ones who go above and beyond to deliver their cargo safely and on time, while also prioritising the well-being of fellow road users. Through recognising and rewarding these remarkable drivers, we aim to improve road safety across South Africa and reduce the number of tragic accidents on our roads.
Hollard Highway Heroes Truck and bus entries
The 2024 competition is now closed. The 2024 Highway Heroes competition ran from 01 April 2024 and closed on 31 May 2024. Watch out for the 2025 call for entries.
2023 Hollard Highway Hero
Hollard Highway Heroes, an annual competition that celebrates conscientious driving, celebrated a fleet of drivers this year at their Hollard Highway Heroes finale event at Emperors Palace in Gauteng on November 24.
Drivers Phineas Muhlanga from Reef Tankers and Gobatlamang J. Gabonewe from Megabus Kuruman were honoured as winners during the event.
Our trucking branches
Johannesburg contact details:
Call (011) 351 5000 or email hcvjhb@hollard.co.za
Cape Town contact details:
Call 083 233 8363 or email phillipr@hollard.co.za
Durban contact details:
Call (011) 351 5000 or email solomzi@hollard.co.za
Truck Entries - How to enter
Alternatively, complete the forms below:
- Once you have completed them, please email them to highwayheroes@hollard.co.za.
- The driver who is announced the Hollard Highway Hero of the Year will win R220 000 in cash.
- Each category winner will receive cash prizes to the value of R70 000.
- The top 10 drivers will each receive cash prizes to the value of R20 000.
Enter your best drivers today.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Bus Entries - How to enter
Alternatively, complete the forms below:
- Once you have completed them, please email them to highwayheroes@hollard.co.za.
- The driver who is announced as the Hollard Highway Hero of the Year will win R150 000 in cash.
- Each category winner will receive cash prizes to the value of R30 000.
- The top 10 drivers will each receive cash prizes to the value of R10 000.
Enter your best drivers today.
Terms and Conditions apply.
Women Inspiring Women In Transport (WIWIT)
We’re proud to be a driving force behind WIWIT – Women Inspiring Women to Lead in Transport. This impactful programme champions a future where women truck drivers have the skills and opportunities to thrive within the transport industry. For far too long, this sector has presented women with an uphill battle, despite the fact that they often demonstrate safer driving habits than their male counterparts. At Hollard, we’re passionate about rewriting this narrative, and clearing the road for women to excel.
Hollard's trucking division has thrown its full support behind WIWIT's mission. We've sponsored two state-of-the-art training truck trailers, equipped two training centres with 10 laptops each, and opened up access to Hollard's comprehensive e-learning platform, equipping aspiring women truck drivers with the tools and knowledge they need for success. But this is only the start. As WIWIT grows and evolves, we're committed to playing an active role in shaping a transport industry where skilled women truck drivers and inspirational women leaders are not the exception, but the norm.
Visit the Commercial Transport Academy (CTA) website for more information about their comprehensive driver learnership programmes.
Hollard Trucking Driver Rewards Cards Programme
The Hollard Trucking Driver Rewards Card Programme recognises and rewards exceptional drivers for consistently safe and responsible driving. We track performance based on a set of predetermined driving and safety criteria.
Every time your drivers earn a reward, it’s loaded onto a personalised, pre-paid MasterCard, conveniently sent directly to you. Your drivers then have the freedom to use their reward cards at any MasterCard partner across South Africa and enjoy the well-deserved rewards of their hard work and dedication.
Safer Stops Association
Hollard is a proud partner of the Safer Stops Association, championing safer and more supportive environments for truck drivers across South Africa. This partnership embodies our proactive approach, connecting us with truck stop owners, government officials and key influencers within the logistics industry.
Our collaboration has two core aims. First, to expand and enhance the resources available at existing truck stops – improving driver comfort, safety and overall well-being. Secondly, to serve as a catalyst for positive change and help shape the future growth and development of the truck stop sector, creating a more sustainable, driver-centric environment.
Hollard Risk Services
This year marks a decade of impact for the Hollard Risk Services Bureau. For ten years, we’ve diligently monitored high-risk driving behaviour, playing a vital role in making South Africa's roads safer. Our Bureau operates with two core functions: a 24/7 live monitoring function via 20+ cutting-edge telemetry systems and reporting functions, which provide daily, weekly and monthly analysis on bad driving behaviours.
We currently monitor over 6,000 trucks, with over 40,000 high-risk alarms – such as impact alerts, battery disconnects, jamming alerts and panic alarms - detected every month. We translate data into action, making approximately 3,500 calls per month to address potential issues and mitigate risks proactively.
Our team
Solomzi Ngonelo
Regional Manager - Gauteng, Northern and KZN
LinkedIn: Solomzi Ngonelo
Email: solomzi@hollard.co.za
Phillip Rentschler
Regional Manager - Western and Eastern Cape
LinkedIn: Phillip Rentschler
Email: phillipr@hollard.co.za
Christelle Cochrane
Broker Consultant
LinkedIn: Christelle Cochrane
Email: christellec@hollard.co.za
Hollard Highway Heroes winners
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10 FAQs about
Hollard Highway Heroes
What is Hollard Highway Heroes?
Hollard Highway Heroes is an annual competition that highlights exceptional drivers who prioritise road safety.
How does Hollard Highway Heroes promote road safety in South Africa?
The competition rewards drivers who deliver their cargo and passengers safely and on time, driving responsibly and looking out for other road users.
How can drivers enter the Highway Heroes competition?
Drivers can enter by completing the online form or submitting the required forms via email to highwayheroes@hollard.co.za.
What are the prizes for the Highway Heroes competition?
The top driver wins R220,000 in cash, category winners receive R70,000 and the top 10 drivers each receive R20,000.
What is WIWIT?
Women Inspiring Women to Lead in Transport (WIWIT) is a Hollard-sponsored initiative aimed at training and supporting female truck drivers.
How does Hollard support safe driving behaviours?
Through the Hollard Trucking Driver Rewards Card Programme, drivers are rewarded for good driving behaviour with a customised cash MasterCard.
What is the Safer Stops Association?
The Safer Stops Association is a partnership that aims to enhance resources and conditions at truck stops, improving driver safety and well-being.
How does the Hollard Risk Services Bureau contribute to road safety?
The Bureau monitors high-risk driving behaviours and provides live and historic reports to improve driving standards.
What are the benefits of Hollard's trucking insurance?
Hollard's trucking insurance offers comprehensive coverage tailored to the needs of the transport sector.
How can I contact Hollard for more information about Highway Heroes?
You can contact Customer Care on 0861 000 107 or email customerservice@hollard.co.za.