Big Rigs is Australia's No. 1 trucking publication and media source
WEBSep 10, 2024 · Big Rigs is Australia's No. 1 trucking publication and media source with a diverse readership that includes government departments, white and blue collar personnel within transport companies, transport hubs, truck stops and roadhouses, new and used dealerships, spare parts and accessories outlets, manufacturers, tyre centres, workshops, as well as private subscribers.
Big issue out in the open - 'Roads need to be suitable for trucks'
WEB1 day ago · The main takeaway was: This issue is no longer hiding in the background; it’s front and centre. Even the Victorian Farmers Federation is now loudly complaining about what truck drivers have been saying for years: roads need to be suitable for trucks. It must be frustrating for an operator trying to run a safe and reliable transport business.
Customers back operator’s investment in new electric truck
WEB10 hours ago · In Europe in particular, Robertson said a lot of the governments are supporting the capital expenditure gap between the ICE and EV trucks. “I know in some countries if an ICE truck is costing $200,000 and an EV is costing $500,000, governments will support that $300,000 difference by up to 80 per cent, which is massive.
Feedback sought on draft Australian Dangerous Goods Code
WEB12 hours ago · The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released a Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement (C-RIS) to gather feedback on the draft Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail and evaluate the impact of proposed changes. The code specifies the requirements for the transport of …
Truckies fear BP parking crackdown could create more problems
WEB12 hours ago · Harvey’s Towing in action at BP Archerfield on October 1. Truckies fear that BP’s current crackdown on unhitched trailers and long-term parking could have a negative knock-on effect, pushing the problem onto the streets. Many Big Rigs readers took to our Facebook page to share their concerns that operators and owner-drivers will be ...
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WEB4 days ago · Big Rigs is Australia's No. 1 trucking publication and media source with a diverse readership that includes government departments, white and blue collar personnel within transport companies, transport hubs, truck stops and roadhouses, new and used dealerships, spare parts and accessories outlets, manufacturers, tyre centres, workshops, as well as private subscribers.
Where you can catch the 477-tonne superload on the move - Big …
WEBJan 29, 2024 · All traffic will be held for 15 minutes at the Bandiana Link Road just south of the NSW/Victoria border as the load moves through the 1.8 kilometres of contraflow on the Hume Highway. Wednesday 31 January – Albury/Wodonga to Gundagai between 10pm and 5am (Thursday). Thursday 1 February – Gundagai to …
Wider trucks given general access green light on Australian roads
WEBJun 26, 2024 · Heavy vehicles of up to 2.55 metres wide will now be provided with general access to Australia’s road network. This follows the Albanese government making changes to the Australian Design Rules last October to allow an increase in the maximum width of heavy vehicles fitted with the most modern safety features, from 2.5 to 2.55 metres.. The NHVR said it will now start working with key ...
Ministers agree on plan for longer, heavier trucks - Big Rigs
WEBJun 14, 2024 · Australia’s transport ministers have today agreed to the National Transport Commission’s recommendations for longer and heavier trucks. Ministers discussed the recommendations when they met today Friday June 7, with any increases to truck mass and length to take effect at some time in the future. “Ministers agreed to recommendations ...
Cummins lifts the lid on its new big bore engine - Big Rigs
WEBJun 6, 2023 · Cummins lifts the lid on its new big bore engine. Sponsored Content June 6, 2023, 9:40 am 0 24,578. The new Cummins engine boasts the highest outputs to date and ultra-low emissions levels. Cummins unveiled its most advanced ever big bore diesel truck engine at the Brisbane Truck Show. The entirely new 15 …