South Australia Boosts Freight Efficiency
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South Australias government introduces fast-tracked reforms for heavy freight trucks, aiming to reduce fuel consumption, boost productivity, and maintain smooth freight flow. The changes include tri-drive rigid trucks, prime movers, and quad-axle trailers on bigger combos like B-Doubles. One hundred new network maps are now available, allowing operators to carry more cargo per trip, saving time, resources, and enhancing profitability. The key benefit is a thirteen percent weight increase for typical B-Doubles, leading to up to eighteen percent less fuel burned per tonne of payload, making hauls greener and more cost-effective. Infrastructure checks are in place, ensuring smoother freight flow statewide as the changes take effect.
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