Scania Australia welcomes Heath Walker to the position of Director of Marketing and Communications, effective immediately. Walker, 42, joins the heavy vehicle specialist business with a rich background in automotive, as well as sports and IT marketing. With a renowned track record of storytelling and brand building, he says he is delighted to head the…
The soon-to-be-released NHVR Forestry Log Haulage Industry Code of Practice is said to be an essential guideline that will set the standards for safe and efficient operations within the forestry log hauling industry for the future. This comprehensive document addresses various aspects of log transportation, promoting safety, compliance, and environmental sustainability. In this review, we…
NEW Scania premium longer cabs for increased comfort R-series cabs can be specified with 270 mm extra length Offers premium driver comfort for high-end, long-distance travel Produced exclusively by Scania’s subsidiary Laxå Special Vehicles “With the introduction of the new CR23 cab variant, Scania has raised the bar for premium trucks even higher,” says Benjamin…
PACCAR AUSTRALIA APPOINTS NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR Leading truck manufacturer and technology company, PACCAR Australia, has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director, Damian Smethurst, who will officially take charge on Monday 8 May 2023. Damian has been with PACCAR Australia for 25 years and has held leadership positions of increasing responsibility including Director of…
Kenworth Down Under Collector’s Edition #21 Book takes readers on a journey through the world of Australian trucking. It is a must-have for any trucking enthusiast. The hefty 150-page Collector’s Edition features stunning photography with a visually appealing, easy-to-read layout that draws the reader in. The feature articles in this issue are particularly noteworthy, with…
Australia’s Leading Transport Journalist, Howard Shanks, Releases Great Australian Road Trains Collector’s Issue Number 3 Australia’s trucking industry has long fascinated enthusiasts, and now they can enjoy a stunning new release from the country’s leading transport journalist, Howard Shanks. Great Australian Road Trains Collector’s Issue Number 3 is a must-have for all trucking enthusiasts, showcasing…
A growing roadworks and traffic control operation in regional New South Wales has added three Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks with Etnyre Falcon tri-axle walking floor trailers to its fleet. The advanced 2653 models will perform asphalting work for the business, which was founded in Forbes by Kevin and Colleen Gunn with a focus on traffic control.…
Adelaide-based Diamond Brothers Transport has earned an enviable reputation for tailored transport solutions over nearly 7 decades in business. With an early history in car carrying, the company has evolved into a dedicated interstate general carrier with a keen eye on both customer service and operational efficiencies. The Diamond Brothers fleet services all east coast…
Sources close to roadtrains.com.au revealed today that Queensland Transport is considering scrapping the reversing test for new truck licences. “I was truly shocked when the PADA from Queensland Transport rang and asked me how important and how often a truck driver was required to reverse a truck,” our source admitted to roadtrains.com.au. “The issue Queensland…
Scania Australia’s new Managing Director, Manfred Streit, has arrived in Melbourne, following 15 years working for the company in Austria. Manfred, 49, has been involved with trucks since his youth, developing a life-long affinity for Scania early on. His tertiary studies in Business and Commerce were funded by truck driving during university holidays, where he…