Emily Shadbolt drives a new Kenworth T410SAR for Tasmanian based Walters Contracting. She explains what it’s like being a young woman working in what was once considered a “man’s club” and offers encouragement for other women contemplating a career in road transport. It’s fair to say that when a family company is in the hands…
Not content with dominating the high-horsepower full-size prime mover and rigid truck market, Scania is introducing a pick-up truck (known as a ‘ute’ or ‘bakkie’ in some markets). The same famous 770 hp 16.4-litre V8 engine, the sole on-road V8 truck engine available today, will power the pick-up, which is available for a limited time…
They say timing is everything, and sometimes it comes with its own reward. Livestock Trucking-The Progressive way! Submitted by Rod Simmonds. It was a sight to behold, a freshly minted first week on the road, a stunning Kenworth K220 cattle unit parked up for the night at the Tuakau Saleyards. This unique unit, with its…
John Deere X350 Review There’s a hell of a lot to like about John Deere’s X350 lawn tractor, a hell of a lot! The X350 is a machine well suited to pros and serious lawn care devotees. It boasts a long list of features that make it an attractive package for heavy-duty jobs while delivering…
MSM Mongolia demands Australian-made accuracy Elphinstone Weighing Systems loadcells to improve safety for a gruelling copper ore haulage operation. At the Oyu Tolgoi gold and copper project in the south Gobi Desert region in Umnugovi province of Mongolia, only 80 kilometres north of the Chinese-Mongolian border, the monotonous thump of the giant jaw crusher pounding…
For SGA Group, a leader in road construction, staying ahead of the game means embracing innovation. Enter the two new Iveco S-Way 8×4 trucks—powerhouses engineered for endurance and performance. Since joining the fleet, these machines have not only enhanced productivity but also redefined operational efficiency, enabling SGA Group to tackle projects with unmatched precision and…
Bordertown Haulage and Trading Mack trucks stand as a testament to tradition and innovation in heavy haulage, where power, reliability, and productivity are non-negotiable. Founded by Peter Karger with a humble Mack R600 in the early eighties, the company has grown into a formidable force in the transport industry. Today, under the stewardship of his…
In a powerful move to enhance road safety across the nation, Scania Australia has partnered with the Australian Road Safety Foundation (ARSF), aiming to amplify crucial safety messaging and promote safer interactions between motorists and heavy vehicles. This strategic alliance is not just about brand alignment—it’s a commitment to saving lives on Australian roads. With…
Claas VARIANT Baler: Review With three bumper hay seasons under its belt this Claas Variant 385 RC round baler is still pushing out high density bales at an average rate of one per minute as Howard Shanks discovered in the fields of North East Tasmania. Timely, good spring rains produced exceptional growing conditions for farmers…
In trucking terms, the acronym DPF refers to the Diesel Particulate Filter used in the exhaust system of trucks built after 2009. Its purpose is to trap the particulate matter or soot produced from the engine and prevent it (down to 1-micron) from exiting the exhaust pipe. A poorly maintained or blocked PDF will cause…