Click the play button to listen to “Breaking Ground with a Scania R700” Breaking Ground with a Scania R770. How Australia’s tunnelling boom is driving demand for heavy haulage expertise like those offered by D & P Solutions and their V8 Scania trucks. Australia is in the midst of an unprecedented tunnelling boom. Megaprojects are underway…
Australia’s freight industry is no stranger to tough terrain, long distances, and razor-thin margins. That’s why the release of Scania’s new Super 11 engine is sending waves of excitement through the transport sector. Touted as lighter, leaner and smarter, the Super 11 is a significant addition to Scania’s high-performance Super powertrain family—one that could be a…
V8 Thunder, Electric Promise & Real-World Emission Solutions It’s been six long years since Scania last rolled into the Brisbane Truck Show. But in 2025, they’re back – and they haven’t just returned with a whisper… they’ve thundered in with a full-throated V8 roar. Positioned proudly on Stand 50, three unmistakably bold 6×4 prime movers…
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…
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…
In 2024, Scania Australia achieved a remarkable feat in the heavy commercial vehicle market, surpassing its previous records and delivering an unprecedented number of new trucks, thereby solidifying its strong position. With 1459 new Scania heavy rigid and prime movers entering service in 2024, Scania’s market share of 8.5 per cent reflects the product’s continued…
Minimising truck fuel consumption is essential for a fleet’s profitability, even in good times. The good news is that immediate techniques and training are available that can significantly improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency. Roadtrains.com.au asked Karlie Shire, Scania’s Driver Trainer for Western Australia, to share these strategies to reduce fuel consumption. Karlie Shire, a seasoned…
Scania and Australian services provider Regroup are set to make history with the world’s first fleet of autonomous in-pit mining trucks in the Pilbara in 2025, with a rollout planned at Element 25’s Butcherbird Mine. This pioneering project is a testament to the innovative spirit of the industry. Building on the recent announcement of the…
In the rugged and breathtaking terrain of Tasmania’s snow-capped Great Lakes, a revolution in logging transportation is quietly unfolding. At the heart of revolutionary transformation is Scania’s latest R 770 V8, an engineering powerhouse with unique features that are redefining efficiency and performance in the logging industry. With its unparalleled fuel economy, reduced trip times,…
Scania Australia has added an online truck configuration tool to its www.scania.com.au website, making this the first Australian truck OEM to offer this functionality. Information and images supplied The Product Configurator can also be viewed on a mobile device, allowing prospective customers to build their dream truck while taking a break anywhere they have reception.…