NEW Scania premium longer cabs for increased comfort R-series cabs can be specified with 270 mm extra length Offers premium driver comfort for high-end, long-distance travel Produced exclusively by Scania’s subsidiary Laxå Special Vehicles “With the introduction of the new CR23 cab variant, Scania has raised the bar for premium trucks even higher,” says Benjamin…
PACCAR AUSTRALIA APPOINTS NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR Leading truck manufacturer and technology company, PACCAR Australia, has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director, Damian Smethurst, who will officially take charge on Monday 8 May 2023. Damian has been with PACCAR Australia for 25 years and has held leadership positions of increasing responsibility including Director of…
The following article descibes how a Turbo Retarder Clutch works. The skilful art of getting a heavy load to start moving without damaging the truck’s driveline is a skill often developed only after many years behind the steering wheel. But thankfully, the Mercedes-Benz Turbo Retarder Clutch now takes the guesswork out of heavy haulage lift-offs,…
Kenworth Down Under Collector’s Edition #21 Book takes readers on a journey through the world of Australian trucking. It is a must-have for any trucking enthusiast. The hefty 150-page Collector’s Edition features stunning photography with a visually appealing, easy-to-read layout that draws the reader in. The feature articles in this issue are particularly noteworthy, with…
For the better part of three decades, Hella Rallye 4000 driving lights have stood the test of time, turning night into day for trucking operators around the globe. The introduction of the LED insert certainly brightens up these trusted old lights; best of all, most folks will have the skills to retrofit them easily. I…
Commer was a British truck manufacturer founded in 1905 as Commercial Cars Limited. Their primary business was manufacturing commercial vehicles, including car-derived vans, through to medium and heavy trucks and buses. In addition, they made engines, including their most famous, the TS3 Diesel. If you’ve got a senior’s card, you’ll undoubtedly remember the distinct sound…
A growing roadworks and traffic control operation in regional New South Wales has added three Mercedes-Benz Actros trucks with Etnyre Falcon tri-axle walking floor trailers to its fleet. The advanced 2653 models will perform asphalting work for the business, which was founded in Forbes by Kevin and Colleen Gunn with a focus on traffic control.…
Adelaide-based Diamond Brothers Transport has earned an enviable reputation for tailored transport solutions over nearly 7 decades in business. With an early history in car carrying, the company has evolved into a dedicated interstate general carrier with a keen eye on both customer service and operational efficiencies. The Diamond Brothers fleet services all east coast…
Sources close to roadtrains.com.au revealed today that Queensland Transport is considering scrapping the reversing test for new truck licences. “I was truly shocked when the PADA from Queensland Transport rang and asked me how important and how often a truck driver was required to reverse a truck,” our source admitted to roadtrains.com.au. “The issue Queensland…
How to drive an Eaton 18-Speed Roadranger Eaton’s 18-Speed Roadranger Driver’s Instruction manual available for download at end of article. Driving a constant mesh transmission like a 13-speed or 15-speed Roadranger transmission correctly used to be a fundamental part of truck driving, and old school truck drivers took great pride in the way they swapped…
