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New rule cops criticism and controversy

New rule cops criticism and controversy

From halts on police enforcement to multiple crashes the new Victorian road rule has hit a number of roadblocks.

Life saver or ‘pile of fing bulls’?

This makeshift shrine marks the spot where a 57-year-old woman was killed.

Roadside memorial complaint stirs debate

Port monopoly pains for drivers

COST INCREASE: Port carriers are facing another charge for each container on top of infrastructure fees.

Drivers suffer as fees grow

Flynn Transport owes $1.4 million in super and tax

Flynn Transport reportedly owes the Australian Tax Office nearly $1 million.

Government asks company to cough up nearly $1 million

He lent against his truck, shook his head like an old bull, reared back, spat into the morning and started his day...

Truckin' Memories: Trouble out on the Murranji

He lent against his truck, shook his head like an old bull, reared back, spat into the morning and started his day...

It took a man more than 20 minutes to manoeuvre a stolen truck before he could smash through fence and into the RAAF Base

CCTV: Bizarre truck theft caught on camera

It took a man more than 20 minutes to manoeuvre a stolen truck before he could smash through fence and into the RAAF Base

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BECOMING a burden in old age is something many people fear — but sadly a desire for independence can often also lead to a lonely, isolated death.

Elderly couple's deaths: The pair had no 'Plan B'

BECOMING a burden in old age is something many people fear — but sadly a desire for independence can often also lead to a lonely, isolated death.

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Will a code of practice be another set of box-ticking or will it bring some benefit to the industry?

Code makes perfect practice

Will a code of practice be another set of box-ticking or will it bring some benefit to the industry?

A TRUCK driver who was spotted driving erratically and swerving towards overtaking cars on the Bruce Hwy at Bells Creek has lost his licence and been fined.

Truckie loses licence over risky Bruce Hwy incident

A TRUCK driver who was spotted driving erratically and swerving towards overtaking cars on the Bruce Hwy at Bells Creek has lost his licence and been fined.

AS a Victorian truckie drove up the Bruce Hwy in far north Queensland about 1.30am, he saw a distressed man standing next to a car trying to wave him down...

ISPY: Just strangers in the night

AS a Victorian truckie drove up the Bruce Hwy in far north Queensland about 1.30am, he saw a distressed man standing next to a car trying to wave him down...

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Big Rigs Heads North

Big Rigs Heads North EP 8

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 8

The great debate: Executive Officer of the NT Road Transport Association and the CEO of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 7

Big Rigs Heads North EP 7

On the road to the Top End and back.

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 6

Big Rigs Heads North Episode 6

On the road to the Top End and back.

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 5

On the road to the Top End and back.

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 4

On the road to the Top End and back.

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 3

On the road to the Top End and back.

Big Rigs Heads North: Episode 2

On the road to the Top End and back.

Rig pulled up for disco lights

NSW Roads and Maritime Safety have put this on notice for its "disco lights".

Big Rigs Heads North Episode 8

Big Rigs Heads North EP 8

Big Rigs Heads North Episode 8

Big Rigs Heads North Episode 7

Big Rigs Heads North EP 7

Big Rigs Heads North Episode 6

Big Rigs Heads North Episode 6

TOUGH: B-double spec, 600 horsepower from the Cummins X15, a tough truck.

New Kenworth T610 SAR: old-school goes hi-tech

THEY reckon it's the best Kenworth yet or so the advertising blurb and the sales patter of the Kenworth marketers sing.

Thermal camera trial cuts down on animal strikes

Animals spotted by the thermal camera attached to a truck during a trial in WA.

Thermal camera used to spot cows, camels and kangaroos

Big Rigs' exclusive road test of the International ProStar

POWER PLUS: The big Cummins pulls the ProStar as it passes the camera car west of Dubbo.

The International trucks are here for 2017

New UD a winner for heavy market

HEAVY OPERATOR: The PW 24 280 proved a strong contender in the light end of the heavy duty market when Big Rigs put it through its paces.

UD takes aim with new PW heavy duty rig.

Cummins Filtration launches GOLDPOWER high-performance coolant

GOLDEN POWER: The GOLDPOWER group.

CUMMINS Filtration has launched Fleetguard GOLDPOWER coolant.

A million km down under to reach all-new Actros

PROVEN TO DELIVER: The new Mercedes-Benz Actros range has been tested in harsh Australian conditions the past 18 months to ensure it's up to the task.

MERCEDES-Benz launched the all new Actros range in Far North Queensl

New Cooltech coolant range and brake fluid launched

Total Lubricants have launched new Cooltech Coolant and brake fluid to the market.

TOTAL Oil Australia is excited to announce the launch of their new p

CLEAR VISION: The Hino 300 Series is the first light-duty truck range to feature a reverse camera as standard equipment.

First light-duty truck to come standard with reverse camera

The Hino 300 Series is the first light-duty truck range to feature a reverse camera as standard equipment, helping to make light work of limited visibility in u

Truck servicing made simple

Baldwin Filters offers high-quality filter kits to keep servicing simple and save your engine from unnecessary wear and tear.

WHEN it comes time to service your truck, convenience and quality ar

What to do in case of a steer tyre blowout

Sam Dowler has released a video talking about what to do when a steer tyre blows out.

Sam Dowler wants truckies to know what to do if a steer tyre blows

Which manufacturer is set to smash world speed record with this 2,400HP custom truck?

Which truck manufacturer is set to smash two world speed records?

Dubbed the Iron Knight, Volvo's best technicians and engineers have

Scania tackles truck rollover safety with revolutionary airbag

ROLL ON: Scania is offering the world's first curtain airbag in its trucks, a feature aimed at improving rollover safety.

Scania has taken on the problem of truck rollover protection with it

Freighter's New Load Restraint Gates

Freighter Hanging Load Restraint Gates are created via the simple addition of tabs to the gates and posts of a normal hanging gate.

Freighter has released two new load restraint gate systems for its r

Iveco develops LNG long haul truck with 1500km range

An Iveco Stralis NP similar to those recently delivered to the Jacky Perrenot Group.

Iveco surges ahead with natural gas-powered commercial vehicles.

F-Series lives up to the hype

Getting ready to get moving.

ISUZU Australia has a new managing director and CEO.

Dual clutch technology gain

HELPING HAND: Dual clutch unit bolts on the front and engages dual input shafts.

I’VE seen some pretty good drivers in my time, especially those who

Getting Underway

EFFORTLESS: The Scania P440 had a 13-litre Euro V engine rated at 440hp.

WHEN I climb on board a new truck I always try and pair my phone wit

Big tech in small Scania

INSIDE: The cabin of a Scania P440 prime mover. for a test drive recently.

SEVERAL years ago I was in Japan watching a Japanese engineer

Carly the garbo chick...

Carly the garbo chick... Iveco gave us the chance to drive a 6.4 dual control 280hp compactor at the Melbourne Truck Show.

Big Rigs editor Carly has a crack at an Iveco Garbage truck at the Melbourne Truck...

Iveco drive day action

Journalists got to experience all that Iveco has on offer at a drive day recently...

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GRACE AND PACE: BMW’s 540i tops the current 5 Series range with a beguiling blend of luxury, performance and style

Luxury masterclass: BMW 540i road test and review

BMW’s 540i tops the current 5 Series range with a beguiling blend of luxury, performance and style

Suzuki Ignis GLX road test and review

FUNKY BACK: Suzuki’s Ignis is flush with personality, charm and equipment all at an appealing price point

Bringing funky back

Renault Megane sedan and wagon road test and review

MORE CHOICE: Sedan and wagon body styles join the hatchback in the Renault Megane’s expanding range

Renault's family planning

Road tripping in BMW's $300,000 M6 Gran Coupe

The M6 for the family: Iain Curry family road trips with grace and pace in BMW’s 441kW 4.4-litre turbocharged V8 M6 Gran Coupe

Continent crushing coupe for the performance-loving family

Range topper: Holden Astra RS-V road test and review

LOVELY SHADE OF COCONUT: Daring to be different? Go the top spec Holden Astra RS-V with manual gearbox, excellent turbo engine and enough luxury to spoil yourself.

The coconut coloured Holden with fun at its heart

All Volvos will have an electric motor by 2019

New Volvo range will be a mix of mild-hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric cars by 2019

Volvo commits to an electric future

Volkswagen Golf 7.5 road test and review

ALL-ROUND TALENT: Volkswagen gives its talented Mk7 Golf a mid-life refresh to create an all-round champion, with the range priced from $23,990 drive away

The mark of a winner from $23,990 drive away

Neil Mansell Concrete

Neil Mansell Concrete have various vacancies available in the Mackay area.  All applicants should have the ability to work in a safe manner within a team environment and have a good understanding of the construction industry. Previous experience is required. The positions involve working Monday to Saturday ...

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Neil Mansell Concrete

Neil Mansell Concrete have various vacancies available in the Mackay area.  All applicants should have the ability to work in a safe manner within a team environment and have a good understanding of the construction industry. Previous experience is required. The positions involve working Monday to Saturday ...

Neil Mansell Concrete

Neil Mansell Concrete have various...

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Casual Relief School Bus Drivers and Chaperones

Pelican Buses Pty Ltd Has vacancies for Casual Relief School Bus Drivers and Chaperones

Minimum requirements - Current MR licence and Drivers Authority and Blue Card is required for Chaperones

Previous applicants need not apply

Phone 5495 7600 or email resumes to: info@pelicanbuses.com.au

Pelican Buses Pty Ltd Has vacancies for Casual Relief School Bus...

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