Shepparton, Mildura and Traralgon in country Victoria will play host to transport industry experts in July as part of the Victorian Transport Association’s next round of Regional Forums. The free forums, set to the theme: Reducing risk around heavy vehicles – will feature key industry leaders sharing insights on the industry’s current state of play, […]
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For most, colour is usually just a preference – we all know that red makes everything automatically cooler. But does it have any meaning when it comes to your coolant? And if so, what does it mean for you? Does it indicate anything about the chemical make-up of the coolant, or is it just a […]
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After more than 20 years of proven performance and constant evolution, Carrier Transicold launched its new generation of refrigeration unit range for trucks in Australia: the Supra HE unit. Carrier Transicold is part of Carrier Global Corporation, the leading global provider of healthy, safe, sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. SUBSCRIBE to the […]
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As a company in the dairy business, it’s no surprise that there are extra considerations Lactalis must make in moving their products. Most of the trailers within the fleet are refrigerated, keeping the various milks, cheeses and yoghurts fresh until they hit the supermarket stockrooms, and then the shelves. SUBSCRIBE to the PowerTorque newsletter Maintenance […]
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Russell Transport’s truck fleet is now pushing 200 strong to match the demands of the work it undertakes. This isn’t even to mention the cranes, forklifts and other gear that are required for the numerous jobs. They don’t stick strongly to any one brand, but the heavy haulage side of the business is entirely Kenworths. […]
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This week’s video features a blast from the past in Australian trucking, showing off how road trains operated more than 50 years ago. This Mack was operated by Brambles Manford in Western Australia, running Ammonium Nitrate Nitropril to Mt Tom Price Mine in footage circa 1974. You even get a good look at the driver […]
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A great pic, snapped after heading southbound out of the St Helena Tunnel.
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MAN Truck & Bus has begun series production of electric trucks in Germany, with these trucks to begin making their way down under “in due course”. Though no firm date for this has yet been revealed.
Both electric and diesel trucks will now be produced in a fully integrated mixed production process on the same line, at the MAN production plant in Munich, Germany.
“The start of series production of our electric trucks is historic,” said MAN CEO Alexander Vlaskamp.
The e-drive unit replaces the diesel engine and transmission in the electric vehicles. Image: MAN“It marks a turning point in our history. The entire MAN team is proud to be actively shaping the transformation from diesel to electric drive. Our highly efficient electric trucks will make locally emission-free freight transport a reality.
“This is an enormously important step towards achieving our goal of becoming CO2-neutral by 2050. The fact that we can manufacture the electric trucks on the same production line as our state-of-the-art diesel trucks also gives us enormous flexibility and increases production efficiency.”
Vlaskamp revealed the business has invested close to €400 million in research and development to be able to offer its conventional truck product portfolio with battery-electric drive.
Michael Kobriger, Member of the Executive Board for Production and Logistics, added, “We are investing around one billion euros in the conversion to electrification of our European plants in this decade – a large part of this in Germany.”
“The production of electric or diesel trucks on a single line can be flexibly adapted to market developments, and the vehicles can be built exactly in the order in which they are ordered by customers. This innovative concept is accompanied by extensive changes along the assembly line as well as in the supply chain and logistics,” he said.
The range extends from 12 to 50 tonnes and covers everything from refuse collection vehicles to long-haul trucks.
MAN plans to deliver 1000 electric trucks in Europe by the end of 2025.
Ahead of beginning series production, MAN had already delivered almost 200 electric pre-series trucks to customers.
These vehicles have clocked up around two million kilometres in real world conditions on European roads – some with daily journeys of up to 850 kilometres and very low consumption of 97 kWh per 100 kilometres on average.
MAN has already received around 700 orders for electric trucks.
Closer to home, Derek Schroff, Head of MAN Truck & Bus, Penske Australia & New Zealand commented on the move.
“We are very excited by MAN Truck & Bus’ recent announcement in Germany that series production of MAN electric trucks has begun, and we look forward to delivering a range of net-zero solutions to the Australian and New Zealand markets in due course.
He continued, “Further to the current HVO-capable MAN trucks already on the road, our first electric buses will be in operation before the end of the year, which we are highly anticipating.”
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Transport and logistics giant Lindsay Australia has announced one of its directors has retired, naming his replacement. Director Matthew Stubbs will retire from Lindsay Australia on Friday June 27, with CEO Clay McDonald thanking him for his time spent at the transport company. SUBSCRIBE to the PowerTorque newsletter “The board of Lindsay Australia Limited wishes […]
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South Metropolitan TAFE in Western Australia will begin offering its vehicle body building pre-apprenticeship to students in years 9, 10 and 11.
The Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production – Bus, Truck and Trailer will be offered as part of its vocational education and training program for secondary students.
It’s a nationally recognised qualification and will help to give young people a head-start on their careers in the industry, while completing their secondary schooling.
As part of the course, students attend class approximately three days a week, along with approximately 4 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research.
Students also complete 150 hours of work placement as part of the course.
The move to begin offering this pre-apprenticeship to high school students has been labelled a significant win by Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA).
HVIA National Manager – Skills, Training and Workforce Development, Michael Rose, said, “This is exactly the kind of forward-thinking training solution our industry needs.
“Building a pipeline of skilled tradespeople in bus, truck and trailer manufacturing is critical — and programs like this are only possible thanks to the combined efforts of South Metropolitan TAFE, the Mining and Automotive Training Council, and industry stakeholders working together across WA.
“This is a great start — but now the focus shifts to ensuring the Certificate III in Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations – Bus, Truck and Trailer (AUM30218) is included on the ‘Fee-Free and Low-Fee Skills Ready’ training list,” Michael added.
“That next step will require continued collaboration between training providers, industry and government to build a full training pathway that meets workforce demand.”
Applications for the pre-apprenticeship course will open June 30, 2025 and close August 29, 2025.
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