After targeting only heavy vehicles for well over a decade, these average speed cameras in New South Wales will begin enforcement for light vehicles from July 1. As of tomorrow, both light and heavy vehicles
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Truckies give these rest areas tick of approval
In his travels all around Australia driver Martyn Dijkxhoorn stops at many rest areas. Like other truckies he finds many are ordinary but one he does like is at the former mining town of Coolgardie in
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Wide range of truck and trailer combinations with new training simulator
Driver simulator experts, MOTUM World, has unveiled the first look at the heavy vehicle-specific version of its training software that aims to improve safety outcomes for one of the highest-risk cohorts
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Straining the chain: The dire consequences of unsustainable freight practices
In recent times the industry has experienced more actively than ever with what many would call a ‘drive to the bottom’. With a strong focus on ‘cost of living’, the pressure on the industry to
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Tenth Scania Australia branch opens in WA
Scania Australia has doubled its footprint in Western Australia with the opening of a new, purpose-built branch in Hope Valley, just south of Perth. The 19,000 square metre sales and service site, at 6
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Changed pilot and escort requirements for NSW
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has made changes to pilot and escort requirements for class 1 cranes, special purpose vehicles and load carrying vehicles operating within the state. The changes have been made
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Daimler Truck issues recall for 240 Fuso TF Canters
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific has issued a recall notice for 240 Fuso TF Canters in the year range 2024-2025. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Control Unit the vehicle may enter fail-safe
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#PicOfTheDay – Peter Chesterfield
A great shot of the Kenworth, snapped while travelling across the Nullarbor. We’ll choose a pic to appear in our Facebook cover slot, and will publish some of the best pics in our upcoming print edition
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Experienced truckie shares practical tips on how to manage steep descents
Booth Transport driver trainer Adam Judge is fronting a new video for the National Truck Accident Research Centre (NTARC) featuring practical tips to help truckies stay safe and in control on every downhill
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Don Watson Transport auction details revealed
Don Watson Transport’s large range of prime movers and trailers is expected to go under the hammer in a series of four online auctions from early August. One of the country’s leading refrigerated
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