Aeolus Truck & Driver News

Iveco has begun the roll-out of new generation heavy-duty product with its S-Way models launched in Auckland recently.

The event at Iveco New Zealand headquarters in Wiri was attended by Iveco Australia New Zealand managing director Michael May, who says the new models represent an aligning with European model choices following the decision to close the Dandenong assembly plant near Melbourne.

“We wanted to make sure we are aligning with the latest technology from Europe. We could continue [with the Dandenong operation], but we would need to invest tens of millions in that facility. Or we could align with Europe and get access to the latest products from Euro...

Brisbane is back on the destination list for New Zealanders with an interest in new trucks, classics and heavy machinery.

The biennial Brisbane Truck Show went ahead in 2021 but Covid travel restrictions made it a difficult trip for Kiwi enthusiasts. In 2023 the event  returns to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, running from Thursday 18 May to Sunday 21 May.

The Brisbane show is recognised among the world’s leading industry business events. It is owned and run by national industry association, Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA), who have produced the Brisbane Truck Show, on behalf of members and the broader industry, for over 50 years.