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Ford have announced a recall for the Ford 2.4L Diesel RWD Transit models due to a pwer assisted steering problem.

Sales of new trucks in Australia have reached record levels for the first six months of 2008 reflecting a buoyant market across all sectors according to figures released by peak industry body for truck manufacturers, the Truck Industry Council (TIC).

The recent release of Isuzu’s all-new N and F Series truck models heralds the introduction of an expanded factory built tipper range, providing truck buyers with ready-to-work vehicles.

The Transport Workers Union has today welcomed the announcement that the National Transport Commission (NTC) will investigate and report on options for implementing a national system of safe rates for employees and owner-drivers.

The road transport industry has become one of the most important contributors to Australia’s ongoing economic growth, as is many cases, road is the only mode possible for freight within cities due to geographic challenges and a limited rail network.

The establishment of national trucking laws will slash red tape, boost safety and reduce the industry’s costs, ATA Chairman Trevor Martyn said. Australia’s transport ministers have agreed to propose a new framework for regulating heavy vehicles to CoAG.

The Australian Government has announced that the National Transport Commission (NTC) will investigate and report on driver remuneration and payment methods in the Australian trucking industry and make recommendations for reform.

The organisers of this week’s trucking industry shutdown should abandon their plans if they cannot guarantee the safety of drivers who are not involved, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said.

Transport Ministers from the Commonwealth and each Australian State and Territory met in Sydney to take forward ATC’s national action plan, A New Beginning for Transport, agreed at the Australian Transport Council’s meeting in May.

25 ITC members attended the recent meeting in Melbourne which saw in depth discussions on Australian Road Transport Suppliers Association (ARTSA) heavy vehicle braking discussion papers.