Volvo Trucks’ has claimed some major speed records for trucks in both the 500 and 1000 metre standing start categories, using a truck it calls the ‘Iron Knight’ The Iron Knight claimed the records, you […]
The trouble McAleese Group was dealt a major blow this morning with administrators McGrath Nicol posting a notice that the Group was being placed into voluntary administration including its wholly owned subsidiaries, except Sunshine Refuellers. […]
Swedish manufacturer Scania has unveiled its next-generation truck range in Paris with a new cab design along with the latest integrated technology. A decade in the making the new Scania heavy hitter is the result […]
Swedish truck maker Scania has revealed its next generation truck will be fitted with side curtain airbags to protect the driver in a rollover. In a world first, the side curtain airbags will be fitted […]
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator has released a five-year plan with a focus on creating a safer, more proactive and compliant trucking industry. According to transport and infrastructure minister Darren Chester, the NVHR’s plan links […]
Ride-sharing giant Uber has continued to invest in self-driving vehicles with its latest acquisition, Otto. Otto is a start-up focussed on developing self-driving trucks with technology that can be retro-fitted to existing models, backed by […]
A trial of self-driving buses on public roads is taking place in Helsinki following a successful pilot on closed roads. Two electric Easymile EZ-10 buses are being tested over a one-month period in the southern […]
The Australian Trucking Association is calling for the abolishment of truck registration labels and the introduction of a monthly registration fee. CEO of the ATA, Christopher Melham believes other states should follow Western Australia’s lead, […]
Despite not being able to totally confirm the marriage it seems the inevitable will come to fruition in the next few weeks with the announcement that Iveco will become the Australian distributor for International in […]
Freighter has continued to focus on ergonomics with its newest trailer model, the T-Liner MARK II with a third less buckles along the common curtained side loader. According to general manager Mario Colosimo, fewer buckles […]
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