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…
Why it’s important to stick to the speed limit
When trucks go over the speed limit or travel at higher speeds than they should, there are many risks. Risks that can impact the truck driver and other drivers, too.…
Check your tyres before your CoF inspection.
Before your CoF – what you need to know
Getting your Certificate of Fitness (CoF) for your truck means making sure that your vehicle meets safety and emissions standards set by Waka Kotahi (NZTA). It is most often valid…
Palmerston North CleanCo clean and green.
New water saving system is clean and green
With a commitment to recycling close to 100% of its water, CleanCo Palmerston North truck wash is helping prevent any contaminants from entering the stormwater system, with its water saving…