Great Australian Road Trains – Collector’s Issue No 3

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…

Elphinstone Self Tracking Trailer steering towards success

New Elphinstone steerable Dog-Logger improves road safety and lifts productivity standards for Queensland-based Suncoast Harvesting.   “If you’re interested in a good story on something new, then give Greg Watson at Suncoast Harvesting a call up in Gympie,” Graeme Elphinstone suggested. “We’ve recently commissioned a new trailer fitted with our EasySteer suspension and a full loadcell…

Scania introduces BIG CAB models

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…

How an opposed engine works in Commer Knocker

Commer was a British truck manufacturer founded in 1905 as Commercial Cars Limited. Their primary business was manufacturing commercial vehicles, including car-derived vans, through to medium and heavy trucks and buses. In addition, they made engines, including their most famous, the TS3 Diesel.  If you’ve got a senior’s card, you’ll undoubtedly remember the distinct sound…