Where Fleet Managers Lose the Most Time: And How to Get it Back
Time is one of the most expensive resources for fleet managers. For large fleets, small inefficiencies repeated across dozens, or hundreds, of trucks quickly turn into thousands of lost hours each year. The problem? Most of that lost time doesn’t show up neatly on a P&L. It hides in the …
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The Difference between a Winch Strap and a Ratchet Strap
Two of the most commonly used tensioning options in transport are winch straps and ratchet straps. What is the difference between winch straps and ratchet straps? And why use one or the other? We’ll dive into these questions in this blog. What Is a Winch Strap? Winch straps are designed …
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Freight Operators Invited to Help Shape Bruce Highway Upgrades
Truck drivers and freight operators now have an opportunity to directly influence how the $9 billion Bruce Highway upgrade program is delivered in 2025, with applications open for the Bruce Highway Advisory Council (BHAC). The council works closely with the Queensland Government, providing advice on safety issues, investment priorities, and …
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Load Height Variations: The Hidden Cause of Load Shift (and How Fleets Can Prevent It)
When trucks lose freight stability on the road, the cause is often blamed on “sudden braking” or “a bad strap.”But one of the most common, and least recognised, contributors to load shift is uneven pallet height. Whether you’re delivering mixed freight to retail stores or running long-haul distribution, height differences …
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Why UV-Stabilised Load Restraint Gear Matters
If you’re running trucks in Australia, you’re operating under some of the harshest UV conditions on the planet. Between blazing summers, long-haul days, and constant outdoor exposure, your load restraint equipment takes a beating, often faster than operators realise. When straps, DG labels, pallet angles, or other restraint gear degrade …
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Six New Heavy Vehicle Rest Areas Announced for NSW & WA
Truckies travelling through New South Wales and Western Australia will soon have more safe places to rest, with six new projects funded under the Heavy Vehicle Rest Area (HVRA) initiative. The Australian Government has committed $140 million over 10 years to upgrade heavy vehicle rest areas across the country. This …
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Steel Transport: What Gear You Need When Starting Out
When you’re setting up for steel transport, getting the right equipment isn’t just about efficiency, it’s about safety, compliance, and protecting your reputation. Steel freight comes with some of the toughest load-restraint challenges in the transport industry. Heavy, sharp, round, and sometimes oily loads mean your restraint setup needs to …
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Fragile Transport – Glass, Panels and Fragile Freight: Load Restraint Without Damage
Glass, Panels and Fragile Freight: Load Restraint Without Damage When you’re hauling glazed panels, sheet glass or other fragile freight, your biggest concern isn’t just “will it stay on the truck?”, it’s “will it arrive unmarked, unscratched and safe to deliver?” In other words, the stakes are double: load restraint …
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Trailer Types & Trailer Bodies in Australian Trucking
Making Sense of Australia’s Trailer Setups: From Semis to Triples In Australia, the trailer setup behind a truck tells you a lot, not just what it’s carrying, but how far it’s travelling and what roads it can legally access. Whether it’s a single semi hauling freight between capital cities or …
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Australia’s Road Tech Strategy Sets Course for a Connected Future
Australia has unveiled its National Road Transport Technology Strategy and 2024–27 Action Plan, setting a clear direction for safer, smarter, and more sustainable transport. The initiative focuses on using automation, data, and connectivity to modernise how people and goods move across the country. Replacing the previous 2020–23 framework, the strategy …
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The State of the Australian Trucking Industry 2025–26: Challenges, Opportunities & What’s Ahead
If you run trucks, or supply those who do, you’ve probably felt the pinch in 2025. Costs are shifting, rules are tightening, and customer expectations keep climbing. The good news: there are tangible levers operators can pull to stay ahead in 2026. Here’s a clear-eyed view of where we are …
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Congestion Relief Begins for the Central Coast: Gosford Bypass work begins
Work has officially begun on the first stage of the $40 million Gosford Bypass upgrade, marking another major step in easing traffic congestion across the Central Coast. The NSW Government has now invested more than $294 million in local road improvements, with the latest project set to benefit around 30,000 …
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How to Check If Your Load Restraint Setup Is Compliant
Before you hit the road, a five-minute check could save your load – and your wallet. When it comes to transport safety, compliance isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about ensuring that every strap, chain, and piece of equipment is rated, in good condition, and capable of withstanding the forces …
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How To Reduce Tampering and Cargo Theft: Plastic Strip Seals
In the transport industry, every link in the supply chain counts, from the moment freight leaves the depot to when it’s signed off at delivery. Yet one of the biggest ongoing risks for operators across Australia remains cargo tampering and theft. While it’s tempting to think “it won’t happen to …
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Lashing Capacity vs Working Load Limit: Understanding the Numbers on Your Equipment Tags
Lashing Capacity vs Working Load Limit: Understanding the Numbers on Your Equipment Tags When it comes to load restraint, numbers matter. The figures stamped on a strap’s buckle or a chain’s tag aren’t there for decoration, they tell you how much force the equipment can safely handle. Misunderstanding them can …
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