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From the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - “In a year marked by economic headwinds for both New Zealand and Australia, Freightways Limited has announced a resilient financial performance characterised by increased revenue but a decline in net profit.”

The logistics company reported a 7.8% increase in operating revenue, driven by solid performances from its subsidiaries, Allied Express and New Zealand Couriers. However, the net profit after tax fell by 5.8%, primarily due to heightened interest expenses amidst a ti...

Scania is introducing its latest iteration of the G-series gearboxes for Scania Opticruise. The robust newcomer – named G38 – is specially developed for working together with Scania’s most powerful V8, the 3,700 Nm, 16 litre 770 hp top-of-the-line legend. Together they offer everything from fuel and weight savings to a smooth ride and great startability. 

G38 is explicitly developed for working in pair with Scania’s 770 hp V8. Able to handle 3,800 Nm – without added weight or dimensions. Fuel savings from reduced ...

The September 2024 issue of New Zealand Truck & Driver appears this week with a new addition to the J. Swap fleet on the cover.

Our September Giti Tyres Big Test hits the roads of the Waikato and Bay of Plenty in the first Fuso Shogun 510 to join the J. Swap operation. The seven-axle tipper combination is carting aggregate between J. Swap quarries and construction sites in the Bay of Plenty.

Teletrac Navman Fleet Focus visits Hawke’s Bay for Storm Harrison to tell the story of his dual careers ...

Reminder - speed limit changes around the Coromandel: The temporary speed limits on SH25 will be returning to their formal levels soon. This change will only affect SH25 around the perimeter of the Coromandel Peninsula. SH25A between Kōpū and Hikuai has a permanent speed limit of 80km/h and this is not changing.

Temporary speed limits on State Highway 25 (SH25) around the Coromandel Peninsula will be returning to their former level soon.

Following storm events early last year and an increase in traffic using SH25...

New Zealand’s first fully electric semi-trailer was launched on Wednesday evening ahead of a local evaluation programme.

The Schmitz Cargobull S.KOe COOL three-axle semi-trailer debuted at the Fruehauf Expo event held in Auckland’s Viaduct.

Providing a zero emissions alternative to a diesel-powered refrigeration system, the trailer is equipped with an electric refrigeration unit, high-voltage battery system, an e-axle generator and integrated power electronics.

The battery is charged while the vehicle ...

Monday kicked off with significant news from Transport Minister, Simeon Brown,  that the Government is moving forward with amending legislation to allow for time of use (or congestion charging) to be introduced.
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