Scania’s new G33-CM Opticruise gearbox range explained: Eight reverse gears available Gearbox saves approximately 1% fuel Total V8 driveline fuel saving up to 6% Pneumatic shifting, economy gear ratio Lower noise, meeting all foreseeable regulations Improved maintenance intervals and better precision Designed for a perfect match with Scania’s low-rev engines Less internal friction, dry sump…
A Brief Overview of the new eActros Range of up to 400 kilometres[1], battery capacity of around 420 kWh[2] Electric axle with two powerful electric motors delivering a top output of 400 kW Impressive driving dynamics and high driving comfort thanks to a truly responsive two-speed transmission Tailor-made turnkey charging solutions thanks to comprehensive advice…
Eighty-three year-old Peter Masseroni has notched up one million kilometres in a Fuso Canter. Neither Peter, nor his truck, are likely to stop any time soon. “It’s too late for me to retire,” says a smiling Mr Masseroni, who delivers firewood, sand, loam and other landscaping materials to various Adelaide suburbs for Newtons Building and…
As the first player in the heavy commercial vehicle industry, Scania publishes a life cycle assessment (LCA) of distribution vehicles. The LCA concludes that the environmental impact of battery electric vehicles is significantly lower than that of a vehicle with an internal combustion engine. Life Cycle Assessment is an ISO 14040/44 method to calculate the…
The advancements in digital camera technology are certainly making life easier in countless situations: Today, for instance, video calls are considered the norm for our kids, thanks to digital technology. In medicine, miniature digital cameras play a significant role in providing important information about the human body. Furthermore, the inspection scope I use to view…
New 540 hp engine delivers more torque and even better fuel efficiency for tipper and dog operators. Tipper and Dog operators seeking improved total operating economy need look no further than the Scania G 540 XT, now available across Australia. Armed with the acclaimed 540 hp six-cylinder SCR-only Euro 6-compliant engine delivering a mighty 2700…
A new ‘Good Practice Guide for Supply of Replacement Parts for use on Heavy Vehicles’ issued by ARTSA-institute aims to boost safety for heavy vehicle drivers and all road users. Released at the Brisbane Truck Show, the ARTSA Institute (ARTSA-i) says the Guide aims to raise awareness of suppliers, purchasers and installers of safety-critical replacement…
Understanding the importance of S-Cam brake balance in heavy-duty trucks is a fundamental part of truck safety and will go a long way to prevent brake failure. Many operators often see brake components as a costly profit eating commodity, consequently and, sadly, they opt for the lowest priced option when selecting replacement parts. However, regulators…
The sale of all 75 Limited Edition Legend 950 Kenworths, a model known for its tenacious appetite for hard work and unprecedented reliability in rugged Australian conditions, in a little under 48 hours clearly demonstrated how passionate Kenworth enthusiasts were about a model that played a significant role in the growth of many of their…
Based on legendary Kenworth models from the past and appropriately named “Son of Nugget” as tribute to the iconic W-Series limited edition “Gold Nugget” released in 1984, the third in the series of special edition Kenworths, the Legend SAR, is unveiled at the Brisbane Truck Show. Following the outstanding response to the Legend 950 in 2015…