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New truck safety centre to open near Bulls on May 7

1 week ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

A new high-tech commercial vehicle safety centre is set to open outside RNZAF Base Ohakea, between Bulls and Sanson, to screen trucks for compliance and risk. The Ohakea Commercial Vehicle Safety Centre (CVSC) will become operational on Wednesday, May 7. From this date, heavy vehicles will be screened by the static cameras and in-road weigh-in-motion (WIM) scales on State Highway 1 and 3 between Bulls and Sanson.
Port of Tauranga to introduce $8 truck entry fee from July 1

2 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

A new $8 plus GST fee for trucks entering Port of Tauranga’s Mount Maunganui wharves will come into effect from July 1, despite industry concern about its justification and effectiveness. The charge was outlined in an April 30 customer notice signed by commercial general manager Blair Hamill. It applies to all trucks entering controlled gates at Rata Street, Hull Road, Maui Street, Waimarie Street and Tasman Quay and will be invoiced monthly to the registered owner of each vehicle.
First FAW JH6 550HP handed over in New Zealand

2 weeks ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

The first FAW JH6 550HP truck in New Zealand has been officially handed over to its new owners, Kam Transport, at a ceremony held at TRT’s Hamilton service facility. The Chinese manufactured truck is powered by a 13-litre, six-cylinder, common rail, turbocharged and intercooled diesel engine, delivering 550 horsepower for heavy-duty transport applications.
Industry pushes back as ACC axes truck safety discount

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

The road freight industry is urging the Government to reverse a decision to phase out a levy discount for safe heavy vehicle operators, warning it could undermine road safety efforts. The ACC Fleet Saver programme, which rewards trucking businesses with lower levies for adopting strong safety practices, will close to new applicants from July 1, with a full phase-out by June 2029.
EROAD downplays tariff threat

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

Transport technology company EROAD says recently introduced US tariffs are unlikely to have any material impact on its earnings, despite the company deriving nearly half of its revenue from the American market. The US government’s 10% global import tariff came into effect on April 5, following the expiry of a 90-day waiver period.
Hall’s announces new multimillion-dollar Waikato investment

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

Hall’s Group is expanding its national cold chain logistics footprint with a major new investment in a cross-dock and storage facility in the Waikato, marking another step in its strategic network growth. The new development will be located in Horotiu, in the same business park as industry heavyweights AFFCO and Open Country Dairy.
Watch: Electric Volvo trucks join Fulton Hogan fleet

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

Two fully electric Volvo FM 6×4 trucks are set to begin work on Auckland roads this month, transporting asphalt from Fulton Hogan plants in Penrose and Drury to worksites across the city. The trucks, purchased by Fulton Hogan with support from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA)’s Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund, are among the first electric vehicles of their size to be deployed for urban construction work in New Zealand.
Robotic battery swap station ready at Penrose, says Etrucks

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Geoff Dobson

Etrucks’ robotic battery swap station is being commissioned at its Penrose site in Auckland. It’s using a remote for the swap function until the robot is established, says Etrucks director Ross Linton who thanks the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) for its support. Linton says the battery swap station will be available to deploy with XCMG battery swap trucks and equipment.
Robotic battery swap being set up at Penrose, says Etrucks

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Geoff Dobson

Etrucks’ robotic battery swap station is being commissioned at its Penrose site in Auckland. It’s using a remote for the swap function until the robot is established, says Etrucks director Ross Linton who thanks the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) for its support. Linton says the battery swap station will be available to deploy with XCMG battery swap trucks and equipment.
TR Group launches 50-tonne hydrogen truck, accelerating clean fleet rollout

1 month ago | transporttalk.co.nz | Nigel Moffiet

TR Group has officially launched its first 50-tonne hydrogen-powered prime mover at a showcase event at Hampton Downs, marking a major milestone in the company’s push to decarbonise New Zealand’s heavy transport sector. The new hydrogen truck — based on a DAF CF 530 and converted by Christchurch-based Global Bus Ventures (GBV) — offers a zero-emissions alternative for heavy freight, with comparable refuelling times and operating performance to diesel models.