TWU welcomes updated NSW transport business laws
The Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) has welcomed new legislation introduced in New South Wales that will further close loopholes that …
NTC new paper supports improved health screening for commercial vehicle drivers
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released a discussion paper that seeks to better support the health of commercial vehicle …TWU welcomes updated NSW transport business laws
The Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) has welcomed new legislation introduced in New South Wales that will further close loopholes that …
QTA warns drivers travelling through Charters Towers to exercise caution
The Queensland Trucking Association (QTA) has issued a North Queensland safety alert due to an increase of trucks going through …
MyTrucking software provides fresh opportunities for owner drivers in 2025
As Australia enters a new era of innovation in the logistics sector, owner-drivers are embracing change. With 2025 bringing fresh …
Announcing the 2024 Truck of the Year winner
Every year, OwnerDriver starts off by crowning the prized Truck of the Year winner. In the past year, sponsored by …
Lindsay Australia announces new executive appointment
National transport giant Lindsay Australia has unveiled a new appointment in the form of its latest chief information officer. The …
Gear change issue leads to Fuso Shogun recall
Daimler Trucks Australia has recalled more than 1,000 Fuso Shogun models due to a manufacturing issue that may lead to …
Volvo Trucks unveils all new VNR
Volvo Trucks has launched a completely new truck model in the North American regional haul market, introducing the VNR. Built …
First Scania fire truck delivered to Queensland emergency response team
Scania Australia has delivered the first of two Scania firefighting solutions for the oil and gas industries in Queensland. The …
Daimler Truck recalls Actros and Arocs
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific has announced a recall of numerous Actros and Arocs truck models due to a manufacturing issue. …Don’t run away just yet, follow us on social media!
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Truck of the Month
A tribute Mack for Mick
Sometimes the hardest stories to write are the ones that must be written. The stunning Matt James Mack comes under …
Morgans keeps it in the family with new K220
Michael Jordan and Craig Tesch. It may seem like I am drawing a pretty long bow when I place these …
AKV Haulage forges forward with special tribute truck
You know that calming relaxed feeling you get as you hit top box, stretched out in your air-ride, fully cushioned …
Features
Holridge Scania showcases global love for lorries
Having done this story writing gig for a couple of years now, I have racked up more than a few …
Compas Transport driver receives touching tribute truck
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Life in the fast lane for born and bred truckie
My apologies everyone, this story has been a long time coming. Years actually. I am pretty sure it was either …
Industry debates landmark Bruce Highway upgrade funding
Wayne Sachs remembers the day he decided to take action. As a seasoned paramedic with more than 50 years of …
Truck Reviews
Test drive: Scania’s new 500hp Super P
Full disclosure – I have always been a bit of a Scania fan. I’ve driven plenty of them and loved …
Volvo Trucks’ D17 780 brings plenty of grunt
I reckon the best way to start off this commentary on my recent experience with the new Volvo D17 780hp …
eActros powering up the final miles
Electric trucks are coming, it is an undeniable fact. The technology is developing faster than a speeding ticket and it …
Western Star X-Series has landed
Welcome to the relaunch of the Western Star X-Series. I shouldn’t say ‘relaunch’ I guess. It sounds like it’s kind …