TRUCKs’ big blind spots: what cyclists and drivers need to know.
A truck has several blind spots especially if it has a trailer. Cyclists and pedestrians may often be caught in the most obvious blind spot, to the left and slightly…
Photo credit: AA
The most useful truck checks before driving off
From simply taking a walk around your truck to getting underneath and under the bonnet, it's important to check before you drive. Photo credit: AA
How to stay safe and warm when sleeping in your cab
Sleeping in your cab overnight can be a necessity for long-haul drivers. It saves on accommodation, means you can keep driving as long as is safe, means you can set…
Checklist of essential technology for long-distance truck drivers
We’ve put together a list of essential technology truckers find most useful while on the road and off it when sleeping overnight in their cabs. GPS for navigation has become…
How to Avoid Getting Sleepy While Driving
Driving while sleepy is a significant risk factor for all of us. Recent publicity about trucks and cars crossing the centre line may be caused by a number of things…
A clean truck is important for many reasons.
Cleaning your truck is important – not only to make it look nice
Of course we say it's important to wash your truck. But there really are many benefits to a clean truck and not just because it looks better. A clean truck…
Fleet managers need to be aware of home situations of drivers
Focus: how an economic down turn hurts truck drivers
While we're seeing some relief at the pump, fuel prices are predicted to rise then fall again, the economic down turn continues to bite in many other areas of New…
Coffee and clean at Palmerston North CleanCo.
Hot choc, cappo? Coffee and clean, what’s your order?
Early afternoon at Palmerston North CleanCo on Friday 5th July for coffee and a clean. With orders taken for barista-made coffee and nibbles provided, truckers waited for their trucks to…
The country’s first zero-emissions green hydrogen refuelling network.
Green hydrogen – you’ll love this game changer for eco fuel in trucking
Green energy developer Hiringa Energy has opened the country’s first zero-emissions green hydrogen refuelling network. You may wonder what that’s got to do with us? We’re always on the hunt…
Check your tyres for signs of damage.
Tips on how to look after your truck’s tyres
Looking after your truck's tyres properly not only improves their life it's essential for safety on the road. It may seem obvious but visual inspections are key. Regularly check for…