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Auswide Linehaul Services fleet grounded amid safety concerns

A prohibition notice has been issued to Melbourne-based Sidhu Investments (QLD) Pty Ltd, trading as Auswide Linehaul Services, following an investigation by the NHVR into safety standards. Read More

Staff WriterNovember 13, 2020, 11:37 amNovember 13, 2020

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EV drivers must pay their fair share of road user charge

A proposal by the government of South Australia to introduce a road user charge for electric vehicles is welcome recognition all motorists – irrespective of how their vehicles are powered – need to pay their fair share, said the Victorian Transport Association.
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Staff WriterNovember 13, 2020, 10:00 amNovember 13, 2020

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PACCAR Australia set again to increase production

Despite what has universally been acknowledged as a very unusual year, marred by significant negative health and economic impact, PACCAR Australia is again increasing truck production over the coming months.
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Staff WriterNovember 12, 2020, 3:02 pmNovember 12, 2020

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WA peak body hatches plan to solve chronic driver shortage

The Western Roads Federation (WRF) isn’t relying solely on the relaxing of border restrictions as the best fix for the chronic driver shortage in Western Australia.
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James GrahamNovember 12, 2020, 1:55 pmNovember 12, 2020

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New Volvo range designed with truckies top of mind

The new Volvo FM, Volvo FMX, Volvo FH and Volvo FH16 – on sale from November 30 – have been designed with the driver in mind and offer unparalleled levels of comfort, driveability and safety, said Volvo.
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Staff WriterNovember 12, 2020, 12:39 pmNovember 12, 2020

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Powertorque and Delivery join Prime Creative Media road transport fleet

Prime Creative Media is pleased to announce the acquisition of Powertorque and Delivery magazines and associated digital and social assets from Motoring Matters magazine group.
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Staff WriterNovember 12, 2020, 10:17 amNovember 12, 2020

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Electronic alternatives to written work diary approved for use

Truckies now have a choice in how they record their work and rest hours, with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator approving the first Electronic Work Diaries (EWD) for use from December 1.
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Staff WriterNovember 12, 2020, 7:19 amNovember 12, 2020

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7News Melbourne broadcasts truckie’s dashcam clip without permission

Melbourne truckie Craig Barlow thought a close shave with a bus in Craigieburn, Melbourne, was the end of his surprises for the week.
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James GrahamNovember 11, 2020, 1:34 pmNovember 11, 2020

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TRP expands into Emerald

A new TRP store has opened its doors in Emerald, Queensland, a prosperous farming area and gateway to the Central Western district. Read More

Staff WriterNovember 11, 2020, 12:25 pmNovember 11, 2020

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Notorious NSW black spots receive $79 million in latest state budget

Two of the state’s crash black spots are among the big winners in the 2020-21 NSW Budget, with $35 million in planning money for the duplication of Heathcote Road and another $44 million for the duplication of Picton Road.
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Staff WriterNovember 11, 2020, 11:36 amNovember 11, 2020

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Auswide Linehaul Services fleet grounded amid safety concerns

EV drivers must pay their fair share of road user charge

PACCAR Australia set again to increase production

WA peak body hatches plan to solve chronic driver shortage

New Volvo range designed with truckies top of mind

Powertorque and Delivery join Prime Creative Media road transport fleet

Electronic alternatives to written work diary approved for use

7News Melbourne broadcasts truckie’s dashcam clip without permission

TRP expands into Emerald

Notorious NSW black spots receive $79 million in latest state budget

A new truck for a new adventure

Sydney to Brisbane for $525 in electric converted prime mover

Outback truckie comes to the rescue

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