Each week, we cut through the noise with a clear, trustworthy wrap of Australia’s road transport headlines. Expect succinct coverage of regulation updates, safety initiatives, freight and logistics trends, fuel and maintenance shifts, technology and equipment releases, major events, and market movements affecting operators nationwide. Designed for busy owners and drivers, it’s your no-fuss briefing to stay informed, plan ahead, and keep wheels turning—with context from reputable industry sources and an even, practical tone.
This Week:
This week: UD Trucks recalls about 1,000 New Quon units from 2017–2026 for a rear axle fix; WA opens consultation on a roll‑coupling policy for RAV trailers from 1 Jan 2028, excluding PBS vehicles, with feedback due 3 July; the VTA launches Shell Card fuel savings amid diesel pressure and the 1 July fuel excise return; and Freighter Group gains a majority owner in Schmitz Cargobull, signalling upgraded local production and tech. Practical notes focus on scheduling downtime, planning for likely spec changes, managing fuel costs, and aligning purchases with flexible finance.
EPISODE 2121 | Truck Loans Australia Trucking News Wrap | Tue, 16th Jun 2026
16 Jun 2026 | Paige Estritori
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Welcome to Truck Loans Australia Trucking News Wrap with Paige Estritori on Tuesday, 16 June 2026.
First, an urgent safety item. UD Trucks has recalled about one thousand New Quon models built from 2017 to 2026 over a rear axle lock washer that can chafe, seize a bearing and in extreme cases cause fire. Owners will be contacted by Volvo Group Australia for a free fix, so plan workshop time early and keep your operations covered. If a changeover is on the table, remember there are loan options for new or used trucks, including private sales, and low‑doc choices for the self‑employed.
Next up, Western Australia has opened consultation on a draft roll‑coupling policy for trailers used in RAVs — Restricted Access Vehicles. It would apply to units built after 1 January 2028 and exclude PBS — Performance Based Standards — vehicles. Industry body HVIA — Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia — is urging feedback, with a webinar tomorrow, 17 June, and submissions due by 3 July. If you run in WA or buy trailers and dollies, factor likely spec shifts into procurement plans and finance timing now.
Meanwhile, with diesel pressures building and full fuel excise returning on 1 July, the VTA — Victorian Transport Association — has cut a deal with Viva Energy for member Shell Card savings. Its roughly ten and a half cents a litre off diesel for the first year, plus discounts on petrol and AdBlue and no ongoing card fees. Even if youre not a member, its a cue to review fuel‑card programs and bake realistic fuel costs into your cash flow and repayment calculations.
And a supply‑side move: trailer maker Freighter Group says long‑time partner Schmitz Cargobull has lifted its stake to about seventy‑two per cent and appointed Michael Temminghoff as CEO. Freighter points to a recent fifty‑million‑dollar upgrade at Ballarat and access to global tech and parts. Expect evolving spec options and more connected solutions in coming builds. If youre timing a trailer purchase, weigh current lead times against flexible terms and total cost over the loan.
Thats the wrap. For calculators, comparisons and tailored truck loan options to keep your business moving, head to truck-loans.au.
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