BTS Preview – New look for Freighter Group
A lot has changed since Freighter Group was last at the Brisbane Truck Show. In the past year, the group, …
BTS Preview – Haulmark winds back the clock with new trailer
For more than 60 years, Haulmark Trailers has sat as a symbol of excellence for the local trailer market. After …BTS Preview – New look for Freighter Group
A lot has changed since Freighter Group was last at the Brisbane Truck Show. In the past year, the group, …
BTS Preview – Growing with Graphene
Amid all of the latest truck technology to be released at the Brisbane Truck Show, there are a myriad of …
Lindsay Australia acquires Tasmanian refrigerated transport business
National transport operator Lindsay Australia has announced it has agreed to acquire Tasmania’s largest temperature-controlled transport and logistics company. Lindsay …
Healthy Heads to unveil new ambassador Kenny at Brisbane Truck Show
At this week’s Brisbane Truck Show, official charity partner Healthy Heads in Trucks and Sheds (Healthy Heads) will be unveiling …
Brand new beauty – inside Schaeffer’s first brand new truck
Strange as this may be, I would like to start this write-up on one of the coolest Kenworths gracing our …
More than 10,000 Hinos recalled due to wiring harness issue
Hino Australia has issued a recall for nearly 10,000 units of a popular model range due to a manufacturing defect. …
How Safety Dave’s systems prevent tyre blowouts
Do you know just how many features are installed on a modern truck to keep you safe? While the latest …
Inside the technology powering Isuzu’s smarter all-new model line-up
Isuzu Australia is shining a light on some key product smarts built into its new model line-up to support a …
Volvo recalls range of trucks due to battery switch issue
Volvo Group Australia has issued a recall for 179 affected truck units across the country due to an issue impacting …Don’t run away just yet, follow us on social media!
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Truck of the Month
Western Star makes for wonderful retirement rig
Laurie Williams and the Anywhere Truck & Machinery Heavy Towing Western Star you see on the pages before you are …
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 …
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 …
Features
Slow burn – inside the ongoing HVNL review
It’s been seven years since the National Transport Commission (NTC) was first directed to review the Heavy Vehicle National Law …
How clearer rear vision is a must for today’s truckies
In today’s transport industry, having clear rear vision isn’t just a convenience — it’s an essential part of staying safe …
Skin in the game – the secret to JAAP Transport’s success
Peer pressure isn’t normally seen as the right thing to do. In school, the majority are taught to resist the …
Truck industry lists election priorities for next government
With the federal election coming up this weekend, the campaign is intensifying, with all sides of politics putting their best …
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 …