Wide tyres, also referred to as ‘super singles’, have been given a tick of approval by a new study investigating their impacts on Australian road construction, in particular sprayed seal unbound granular pavements.
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Highlighting the benefits of AEB and stability control
Wodonga TAFE, Driver Education Centre of Australia (DECA), Trucking Industry Council and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) have teamed up to create a detailed resource and multimedia suite to help educate transport managers and operators of the benefits of early adoption of Advanced Emergency Braking (AEB) and stability control, as well as their limitations.
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Enhancing safety and efficiency for operators
The transport industry plays a vital role in keeping goods moving and economies thriving. However, it also faces numerous challenges, including ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, managing driver fatigue, maintaining vehicle safety, and effectively monitoring Chain of Responsibility (COR).
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Save time and money with electronic repairs
As we know, heavy-duty vehicles play a crucial role in Australia’s economy – transporting goods and materials across vast distances, enabling businesses to operate efficiently and effectively. Without heavy-duty vehicles, Australia’s economy would come to a standstill.
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A different way to address the driver shortage
The estimates vary, but we are in the middle of a perfect storm in terms of the availability of qualified drivers to take the wheel. With a shortage estimated to be in the thousands, the average age of our driver population continues to increase while the number of new drivers taking the wheel has declined.
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After a dog, a dashcam is a driver’s best friend
By Andrew Rossington, chief product officer, Teletrac Navman
As every driver knows, you’ve got to keep your eyes on the road. Conditions change fast, other drivers are unpredictable and unfamiliar roads pose a challenge. But what if you had an extra set of eyes helping you out?
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WHG helping to keep things all on track
In only 15 years, Arva Transport and Logistics has grown from a single operator with just one truck, to a fleet of over 100 vehicles – and counting.
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Protecting HVAC systems with a Ryco cabin air filter
One of the most overlooked truck filters is the cabin air filter. “Cabin filters are a relatively new innovation and many truck owners aren’t even aware if their vehicles are fitted with one,” said Alastair Hampton, Ryco’s general manager of engineering and innovation.
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Updated mechanical coupling standards released
Standards Australia has released updated versions of mechanical couplings standards for 2023.
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Embracing the future of fleet management
In the fast-paced, competitive landscape of fleet operations, finding a balance between efficiency, compliance, and safety is more important than ever.
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