Driver Escapes Burning Truck
A recent miraculous escape by a truck driver whose vehicle crashed and then burst into flames, was captured in a viral video. The accident that happened in Texas was caught on camera by a bystander and the truck driver involved can be seen emerging safely from the truck. This one could have turned out so […]
Experts Reveal What They Do to Fall Asleep
When it comes to road freight transporting, whether you drive long distance or shorter routes, fatigue is an issue that can affect us all. One of the most important ways of combating fatigue and fatigued driving in particular is ensuring you are properly rested. Sadly many people suffer from sleeping problems and find it difficult […]
Industry Bodies Assist NTC in Fatigue Rule Shakeup
Two concerns were brought to the attention of the NTC relating to a lack of clarity within the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL). Transitioning between two-up and solo driving and the management of fatigue outside of participating were 2 concerns raised in a joint submission to the NTC by The National Road Transport Association (NatRoad), […]
How to Teach Young Drivers Truck Safety
Young drivers aren’t educated enough about safely sharing the road with trucks according to experts. Young drivers are also 4 times more likely to be involved in serious or fatal crashes, demanding more focus on young drivers and teaching them to drive safely around trucks. In the past there have been a number of road […]
Truck Hits into Power Pole
Trucks have been warned to beware of power poles after a semi-trailer traveling along Murringo Road/Whiteman Ave crashed, causing a power pole to fall. A witness said there was a loud bang and the power lines shook. The witness arrived at the scene to find the power pole snapped in half and hanging with at […]
ATA Welcomes HVNL Changes
The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed the passing of the first of 2 bills by the Queensland government, beginning the process of amendments to the Heavy Vehicle National Law in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT. The Heavy Vehicle National Law and Other Legislation Amendment Bill will include amendments to the chain […]