Truck platooning trials successful
15 April, 2016Truck platooning trials in Europe have been successful, ending with the arrival of six convoys at Rotterdam Harbour in the Netherlands. The cross-border trials are the first of their kind, with the semiautomatic vehicles travelling in pairs from Germany and Sweden.
Industry insights — JP Shelburn, XL Service Bodies
13 April, 2016 by JP ShelburnWhat does 2016 look like for field service? Some industry experts give us their views.
Australian motoring clubs unite
12 April, 2016A consortium of Australian motoring clubs serving 2.8 million customers has selected Hexagon Safety & Infrastructure to provide a cloud-based platform for roadside assistance.
Fuel tax credit claims simplified
11 April, 2016The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has revised the process for claiming fuel tax credits for claims of less than $10,000.
Heavy vehicle health check
07 April, 2016Consultation is underway to assess the health of Australia's 520,000-strong heavy vehicle fleet. National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) CEO Sal Petroccitto said information had been released to each state and territory to measure the roadworthiness of heavy vehicles later this year.
Sharing economy targets tradies
06 April, 2016Peer-to-peer car rental service DriveMyCar is working with LDV Automotive to help tradespeople get a better deal, in a move they say will nearly halve the cost of renting one-tonne vans.
10 things to consider when buying a van
05 April, 2016There are 10 things you should think about when shopping around for a new van, from comfort to purchase price to standard safety features. Here's some handy information to use as a starting point.
NSW Police opt for V8 Lexus
04 April, 2016The NSW Police Force has added the 5.0-litre V8-powered Lexus RC F coupe to its arsenal. The vehicle is due to play an active role in roadside campaigns to promote road safety while also featuring as a static display at community engagement activities.
Toyota slashes spare parts prices
31 March, 2016Toyota has reduced the price of key mechanical components by up to 38% (as compared to March 2016 recommended retail), according to a recent media release.
Support for driverless pizza delivery trials
31 March, 2016Domino's is looking to further its technology-focused delivery service by conducting driverless delivery tests in New Zealand, according to the office of NZ Transport Minister Simon Bridges.
Parliamentary inquiry into driverless vehicles
29 March, 2016The NSW Staysafe Committee has its eye on driverless vehicles and the potential for improving road safety such technology will deliver. The group has launched a parliamentary inquiry and is welcoming submissions from stakeholders and other interested parties. Staysafe is a joint standing committee on road safety.
Telogis Logbook app
29 March, 2016Delivering work-related apps that enable employees in the field to be more efficient has become mission critical. Telogis has announced its Logbook app, which is said to increase the productivity of mobile workforces by electronically logging — via a quick swipe on the screen — whether kilometres driven were business-oriented or personal.
Vehicle tracking and beyond
28 March, 2016Tomazos Transport is reaping the benefits of a Navman Wireless in-vehicle monitoring system, saving on fuel, maintenance and even insurance premiums.
'Range anxiety' decreases and boosts electric vehicle sales
24 March, 2016Juniper Research is forecasting that 17 million hybrid and electric vehicles will be on the road by 2020. Last year, the projection was for 12 million, but the researcher said that increasingly aggressive go-to-market strategies are addressing the main consumer concern — expected range from a fully charged vehicle.
Light vehicle load restraint
24 March, 2016Correct load restraint for utility vehicles in Australia is a vexed issue with little definitive rule or regulation. In general it is enforced state by state, with most authorities doing little to adequately educate drivers, fleet managers and business owners.
