If an emergency vehicle is stationary and has flashing blue or red lights, motorists must slow down to 40km/h if the speed limit of the road is 80km/h or less. On roads with a speed limit of 90km/h or more,…
If an emergency vehicle is stationary and has flashing blue or red lights, motorists must slow down to 40km/h if the speed limit of the road is 80km/h or less. On roads with a speed limit of 90km/h or more,…
Whether you’re looking for a car, ute, truck, bus or trailer for your business, having a process for evaluating each vehicle against your requirements is important. As well as the multitude of available models and options, you’ll be choosing between…
Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), commonly known by trade names such as AdBlue, is a popular way that vehicle manufacturers can achieve Euro-5 emission control standards. As use of these products has become more widespread, issues of contamination of diesel fuel…
DPD systems are a type of emissions control system common on newer trucks. They’re also called DPF (diesel particulate filter) systems. They are designed to remove diesel particular matter (soot) from the exhaust gas in a diesel engine. The DPD…
Modern trucks are becoming more and more like substitutes for home, and drivers expect it. Cabs contain microwave ovens, refrigerators, gaming consoles, TVs, laptops and other electronic creature comforts that the driver can use during their rest periods; they also…
Vehicle batteries have a finite life – usually three to four years, but it depends on their application and operating conditions. If a battery fails at a critical time it can lead to inconvenience and costs as it could leave…
Strong winds can easily blow your truck over. In fact, a 100km/h gust can put as much as 30 tonnes of pressure on the side of a semitrailer. If you’re running empty or carrying a light load like cornflakes, your…
