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5 Ways Fleet Managers can save Time and Money: Cut Costs, Stay Compliant

As an Ops or Fleet manager, running a truck fleet means balancing tight schedules, compliance requirements, and rising costs, all while keeping drivers safe and freight protected. For fleet managers, even small inefficiencies add up fast. That’s why at Tegral, we’ve focused on designing load restraint solutions that don’t just …

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Australia Post to Resume US Deliveries by September 25

Australia Post has confirmed it will restart postal services to the United States and its territories by September 25, following a temporary suspension caused by recent changes to US customs and tariff rules. The pause, which impacted deliveries to places including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands, was …

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$6.35m Safety Upgrade for the Newell Highway at Tackinbri

A $6.35 million upgrade is about to make the Newell Highway safer and more reliable for drivers and freight operators, with works set to begin north of Moree. The 1.6km stretch at Tackinbri has been a long-standing concern for motorists. Early culvert works start next week, with major reconstruction to …

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Canvas vs PVC Truck Tarps: Which Truck Tarp is Best for Transport?

Protecting freight on Aussie roads often comes down to one simple question: canvas or PVC truck tarps? Both materials have their place in the industry, from general truck tarps to specialised coil tarps. Canvas has a long history of use, but many operators are now switching to Tegral’s PVC Tarps …

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Which BettaHaul System should I use? | A Comprehensive Guide to BettaHaul

When it comes to transporting timber, steel, and long-span loads safely and efficiently, having the right load restraint system is essential. Tegral’s BettaHaul range offers a versatile, heavy-duty bearer system designed to suit a variety of freight tasks across rigid bodies, curtain-siders, and flatbed trailers. Whether you need a fixed …

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The Science Behind Load Restraint: Forces at Play During Transport

When it comes to heavy vehicles, one of the most dangerous assumptions is that “the load is heavy, so it won’t move.” In reality, a truck’s cargo is subjected to powerful forces every time the vehicle brakes, turns, or accelerates. Without proper restraint, these forces can shift, topple, or even …

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How to Manage Your Fatigue: A Fatigue Management Guide for Heavy Vehicle Operators

Fatigue management is a critical component of road safety, especially for heavy vehicle operators. Long hours, demanding schedules, and irregular sleep can all contribute to fatigue, putting drivers and others at serious risk. In this blog, we explore practical fatigue management strategies, industry guidelines, and new technologies designed to help …

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Changes in New ADG Code Edition 7.9 Compared to Edition 7.8

If you’re in the business of transporting dangerous goods by road or rail in Australia, you’re already familiar with the importance of staying current with the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code. The latest update, Edition 7.9, becomes mandatory from 1 October 2025, and it brings a number of important changes …

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How to Clean a Truck Tarp

No matter the time of year, road grime always finds its way under your truck and trailer. Spring brings mud, summer adds dust, and winter coats everything in sand and salt. Unfortunately, your tarps take the hit, protecting your load while picking up the mess. Cleaning tarps like lumber or …

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Why Load Distribution and Axle Weight Compliance Matter in Heavy Vehicle Transport

When it comes to transporting heavy loads safely and legally, most operators focus on securing the load, and rightly so. But there’s another critical factor that plays a huge role in both road safety and vehicle compliance: load distribution and axle weight limits. Get this wrong, and you risk damaging …

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What is Intermodal Transport?

When it comes to moving goods efficiently across Australia, and the world, businesses rely on a range of transport solutions to keep freight moving safely and on time. One of the most versatile and cost-effective methods in modern logistics is intermodal transport. But what exactly is it, and why is …

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Increases to NHVR Fee Schedule – From July 1 2025

NHVR Fee Increases Effective 1 July 2025: Here’s What You Need to Know If you’re running heavy vehicles or managing compliance in the transport industry, it’s important to stay on top of any changes to operating costs. The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has confirmed that from 1 July 2025, …

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Tegral V-Lash Ratchet Straps: Colour-coded Ratchet Straps

Turning Minutes into Seconds – Tegral V-Lash Ratchet Straps At Tegral, innovation doesn’t happen in a vacuum, it starts with listening. Over the past year, we’ve spoken with countless transport operators, truck drivers, and fleet managers. Through interviews and surveys, one message came through loud and clear: straps all look …

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Fair Work Delivers Pay Boost for Transport and Logistics Workers

Truckies and transport workers across Australia are in for a welcome financial boost, with the Fair Work Commission confirming a 3.5% increase to the national minimum wage, effective from the first full pay period on or after 1 July. This increase lifts the hourly minimum wage to $24.95, or $948 …

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Brisbane Makes History with World’s Longest Electric Road Train

South East Queensland Hauliers (SEQH) has launched the world’s first electric road train, marking a major milestone in sustainable heavy transport. This 53.5-metre Volvo FH-powered combination will operate out of the Port of Brisbane, moving empty containers between the port and SEQH’s Hemmant base. It’s joined by a new Volvo …

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