Owner/Driver is the biggest circulation truck publication in Australia due to the complete information mix (covering news, people and technical issues), with a broad spread of new and used trucks, parts and service and trucking jobs and TBM's own distribution system using our own long standing distributors across Australia. Owner/Driver is popular because it makes the effort to move around Australia. Monthly, it continues to follow its initial creed 'Dedicated to the success of the person behind the wheel'.
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Big drop in fatigue-related crashes • National Transport Insurance reveals two decades of data are showing ongoing improvement in truck safety
NatRoad recognises industry’s best • Boland Transport’s Daniel Thornton was among four award recipients at the 2022 NatRoad conference in October
New emissions standards for 2024 • HVIA says the Federal Government’s new Euro 6 standard for trucks is a win for industry
Peak bodies unite for female-only jobs • The HVIA says enabling exclusive invitations to females to enter the male dominated heavy vehicle and logistics industries is a win-win
Boost for female driver recruitment • Women in Trucking Australia to deliver ‘Foot in the Door’ program to improve heavy vehicle safety
NatRoad calls for universal HV licensing • Drivers are progressing through the licence classes despite having little experience behind the wheel, says Warren Clark
WESTERN STAR’SI X FACTOR • Penske Australia’s launch of not one but three new Western Star models shows a fierce determination to place the iconic North American brand back in the minds of local truck buyers, from owner-operators to large fleet companies. Greg Bush gets the heads up about the new X Series range
Drivers in the minority • There’s a personal cost involved for truck drivers wishing to attend official industry discussions
Roadmap for access • A single entry-point NHVR portal is delivering national automated access outcomes
Medically fit to drive • A commercial driver is subject to higher medical licensing standards than the average motorist
ALL CLASS AT CLARENDON • The Kenworth Klassic, back from an enforced hiatus, returned bigger than ever as twice the expected entries rolled up, catching the organisers completely off guard. Warren Aitken lugged his camera equipment to the sensational Hawkesbury Showground’s event in Sydney’s northwest
Win for common sense • The NSW speed camera signage victory has taught us a few lessons on negotiating with governments
OUT OF THE BOX • Although not your typical express freight truck, Nathan Smith wanted something special to add to the Winston fleet, so he ordered a Kenworth T659 as a “surprise” to his dad, Dean. Warren Aitken writes
HOLY MOLY! • In a bid to assist in its expanding business across Australia, Liqui Moly opted for an Isuzu FRR 107-210 to not only distribute its products, but promote them as well
FROM THE DRIVER’S VOICE • Thirty-three-year old Rob McDonald has spent around 11 years behind the wheel of both trucks and buses, working and/or living in almost all states and territories. Rob chats with Julian Daw about his passion and concerns for the road transport industry
HIGHLIGHTS OF HANOVER • The IAA commercial vehicle exhibition in Hanover, Germany, is the biggest trucking event in the world and yes, it’s all about Europe. Steve Brooks reports
Bring on the good vibes • Old sounds and new to ring in the summer season
Country Corner
Castlemaine back with big program • New sponsors to support popular Victorian event
WHAT’S ON upcoming events
Keeping freight flowing • Truck drivers are again encountering dangerous conditions as they maintain the...