From driver to owner-driver to fleet owner, Tamworth-based Gavin Sutton has experienced the ups and downs of the road transport industry. Now he’s riding high with a mostly Volvo fleet as well as a few reliable reminders of his early days
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TOTM Rising Through the Ranks — Kenworth T610 SAR
JANUARY TRUCK OF THE MONTH: Amid all the talk about truck driving apprenticeships, James Hadley is proof that receiving the correct advice and training is not only the ideal path to a successful career in road transport but, in this case, receiving the keys to a sparkling clean and comfortable Kenworth T610
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All smiles at Brisbane Convoy for Kids
The Brisbane Convoy for Kids emerged from a COVID-enforced lockout when more than 600 trucks made the trip from Brisbane’s south to 'Dolphin' territory on the Redcliffe peninsula on November 6
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T909 stands out with flying colours
DECEMBER TRUCK OF THE MONTH: Two dreams have come true for ‘Rusty’, the owner of Flying Horse Transport – relocating to Australia and becoming the proud owner of a spruced-up brilliant orange 2019 Kenworth T909
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Peterbilt tow truck a South Oz standout
NOVEMBER TRUCK OF THE MONTH: Nothing stands out better than a Peterbilt – especially when it’s a tri-axle configuration painted up in rose red
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Shining on with the big T610
OCTOBER TRUCK OF THE MONTH: Jayden McClintock, a third-generation member of the successful family-owned McClintock's Transport, was the lucky one to score the keys to their Kenworth T610 SAR. It's a long way from the old Bedfords in the company's early years
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Delicate in the detail – Slick Azz Protective Films
One young woman has approached the road transport industry from a different angle to most, and it’s paying dividends for both her business and her customers’ slick-looking trucks.
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When Stars align – TOTM 2007 Western Star 4900
SEPTEMBER TRUCK OF THE MONTH: Like good wine, South Australian owner-operator Justin Wenham’s 2007 Western Star appeared to be getting better with age, although it’s now been overshadowed by the arrival of a stunning, brand new spruced-up 4900 model, with young driver Mel Ware the beneficiary
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Big river town triumph – Mannum Truck show
Better known for its boat-building industry, the South Australian town of Mannum snuck under COVID’s guard, hosting the SA Truck and Ute Show between lockdowns. And the local community was there in droves to take in the colourful road transport event.
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Old Mack a show survivor – Mack F-609RT
An extremely rare 54-year old F-609RT cab-over Mack gets a second makeover and new life by classic tractor aficionado George Proctor.
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