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At the upcoming Brisbane Truck Show (May 16 to 19), Australian customers will get a chance to see the full range of locally-released 2013 Cat Trucks for the first time.

Iveco is participating at the 15th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition that starts today and runs until April 29. The event is expected to draw more than 800,000 visitors.

Hino Motor Sales Australia has named Brisbane-based Sci-Fleet Hino its Metropolitan Dealer of the Year and Bendigo Truck Centre its Regional Dealer of the Year for 2012.

FleetForce, a new telematics system from New Holland to optimise deployment and maximise efficiency has been unveiled at the Bauma 2013 mining, construction and earthmoving expo in Germany.

Honda Australia has announced a new player in the ag bike market - the XR125L. The first local offering in the XR four-stroke trail bike family for a number of years, the 125L has been around in some markets since 2003, while the XR range can trace their origins back to 1979.

Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has increased its customer support capability in the Northern Territory and north Queensland regions, opening new branches to service the key markets.

Hino Australia has kicked off their end of financial year sales event early this year, announcing their EOFY 'Hinothon' sales event today.

Volkswagen's 'Runner' Special Edition range of commercial vehicles has been expanded with the addition of Crafter van and Amarok trayback to the existing Caddy van and Transporter models in the lineup.

More than two decades after it originally set the trucking market alight, Scania has launched a new 'Streamline' long-haul prime mover, with the aerodynamically-redesigned cabin to be available on the R and G-Series Scania cabovers later this year.

Australia's newest name in ATVs, Arctic Cat, made their official public debut at last weekend's Farmworld Field Day event, held at Lardner Park in Gippsland, Victoria.

AZMEB Bulk Transfer Systems, has revealed that it will be exhibiting at May's Brisbane Truck Show. This is the first time the leading side tipper manufacturer will be showcasing its range at Brisbane.

Manheim is celebrating a move to new premises in Darwin, with a massive 'grand opening' auction on Wednesday March 27, from 11.30am.

Leading tipper brands Lusty EMS and AZMEB Bulk Transfer Systems have appointed Grant Kemp as their National Sales Manager. With an extensive background in resources, Mr Kemp has been brought on board, amongst other things, to strengthen the brands' existing positions in this sector.

The Managing Director of Daimler Commercial Vehicles Australia/Pacific, Mr Kolja Rebstock, has announced a new appointment to the executive team: Justin Whitford, who will take on the role of General Manager, Mercedes-Benz Bus & Coach.

Often, there's no more effective billboard for your business than a B Double. But when your business also happens to be your city, that's an extra reason to use these rolling billboards.

Almost a decade ago, Torque Logistics was put in charge of transporting specialty mining machinery built by US manufacturing business, Joy Global. Reflecting the company's reputation for providing high-productivity equipment with a strong focus on safety, Torque called upon Freighter to supply the appropriate solution.

Mining dump trucks built by BelAZ (Belarusian Autoworks) have been officially launched in Australia, with the first units officially unveiled in a ceremony presided over by former Australian prime minister, John Howard.

If you're a fan of vintage trucks, stationary engines and machinery, set some time aside this weekend for the 3rd Annual Historic Vehicle Show at Clunes.

Renault has boosted the warranty on its light commercial vehicle range, but only for a limited time.\n

At this year's Geneva International Motor Show, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) have unveiled two new concept vehicles, one of which previews a possible direction for Mitsubishi's Triton dual cab ute.

Renault has added a new option to their light commercial range with the unveiling of the new Kangoo 'Maxi', an increased capacity, long wheelbase turbo-diesel version of the Kangoo light delivery van.

Having recently left a position as NSW Maxi-CUBE Product Manager with SX Trailers, Bruce Lawson has returned to the refrigerated and dry freight trailer specialist.

Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) has maintained its position as the global number one supplier of material handling equipment for a record 12th year.

For a limited time, the Suzuki DR200SE Trojan ag bike is available at a special price of only $3,990 ride-away at participating Suzuki dealers.