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Here are some short points about the assistance available to trucking businesses as a result of the economic stimulus announced in response to the Coronavirus.

You can read the full list of government measures here, as well as statement from the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) in response to the economic package here.

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In a stunt that must be seen to be believed Volvo launched 4 new models, stacking them one on top of the other and placing the company president Roger Alm on top of the tower.

The cinematic launch video showcases the new Volvo FH, FH16, FM and FMX models. The truck tower is real and required significant planning, evidenced in this behind the scenes video.

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Truckit.net was recently featured in industry magazine Big Rigs, read the article below. Click here to sign up for FREE to Truckit.net and find freight loads all over Australia.

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When you are looking to move your car, it is important to understand what goes into determining the cost. Truckit.net receives thousands of enquiries a month for car transport quotes so we have developed a handy guide on things you should consider.

Difference between Depot to Depot and Door to Door transport

A Depot to Depot service requires you to drop off and pick up your car from the transporters depot. Transporters usually have depots in major cities and towns. Depot to Depot is often the cheapest option but requires a little bit of work on your behalf.

A Door to Door service is where the transporter will pickup your car from your house or business and deliver directly to another house or business. This can sometimes be more expensive then Depot to Depot and take a little bit longer.

Do you need open or enclosed transport?

There are different vehicle and trailer types that transporters use to move your car. Enclosed transport will keep your car safe and clean from road grime but tends to cost a bit more. Open transport varies from small car trailers to large car carriers and is often cheaper than enclosed.

Is your car drivable or a non-runner?

If your car is a non-runner or does not drive it will usually require a special truck or trailer. This can sometimes cost more than a standard car carrier. Luckily Truckit.net has a network of transporters who can provide services for runners and non-runners.

Would you consider a driven service?

A driven service is where a driver will turn up and drive your car from point A to B. A driven service can often be quicker than a trucked service but you should consider things like the cost and maintenance requirements of your car.

How to save money on your car transport

Book in advance. Being flexible and giving yourself plenty of time will allow you to get the best quotes from transporters.

Use Truckit.net to compare a number of quotes. Truckit.net provides instant quotes for eligible cars on most major routes, as well as giving you access to our network of 5,000+ transport companies who can help move your car.

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Over 10,000 jobs and millions of dollars of contracts will be up for grabs, as part of the $15.8 billion project that will carry up to 135,000 vehicles daily, slash travel times by up to 35 minutes and deliver the missing link in Melbourne’s freeway network.

With builders getting ready to start early works for North East Link soon, there are opportunities for jobs now and for small and medium-sized businesses to get on board. Local businesses are encouraged to apply as the consortium chosen to design and build the project will be required to demonstrate how they will create local jobs and training opportunities.

Plumbers, electricians, building trades, roof services, landscapers, form workers, carpenters, bricklayers and concreters are just some of the businesses being encouraged to register their interest.

Other opportunities will be for traffic management services, training providers, safety gear suppliers, air-conditioning and heating services, surveying and mapping services, engineering design and consulting, architects, office administration and mechanics.

Manufacturing industries and producers of cement and lime, ready mixed concrete, asphalt, electric cables and switches, are also being sought as well as businesses who hire out construction-related machinery and equipment.

As the transport and construction industries are inextricably linked, there will no doubt be opportunities for small to medium transport businesses as well.

You can register your interest here: gateway.icn.org.au/project/4055/north-east-link

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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has put forward to the Australian Government a range of bushfire recovery measures aimed at assisting bushfire affected trucking businesses.

Developed by the ATA General Council and presented to the Deputy Prime Minister in a teleconference yesterday, the plan sets out the immediate, medium, and long-term assistance needed by Australian trucking businesses affected by the bushfire crisis.

“The impact these fires have had on trucking businesses and their employees is unprecedented. Some have lost their homes, workplaces or equipment. Others have been dealing with prolonged time away from their families, suffering financial loss and personal hardship as a result of road closures and lengthy delays," ATA Chair Geoff Crouch said.

“First and foremost, we have recommended the Disaster Recovery Allowance be made available as a wage subsidy to employers who can demonstrate loss or hardship as a result of the bushfires and that the allowance or any wage subsidy be extended from 13 to 26 weeks."

“We also believe that the Western Australian Shires of Dundas and Coolgardie should be disaster declared, so owner drivers held up by the closure of the Eyre and Coolgardie-Esperance highways can access the assistance,” he said. 

The ATA also proposes that the instant asset write off be extended to enable businesses to secure cashflow advantages. 

“We believe the Government should increase the asset write off to $50,000 for one year only, with the higher write off to come to an end on 1 July 2021. At present, the write off is scheduled to fall from $30,000 to $1000 on 1 July 2020,” Mr Crouch said. 

Mr Crouch said the ATA had called for the postponement of planned increases to truck taxes, which would see businesses pay an extra $132.8 million in 2020-21 compared to 2019-20. 

“Given the cashflow implications of increasing the road user and registration charges, any increases in the road user and registration charges should occur from 1 July 2021 rather than 1 July 2020,” Mr Crouch said. 

“With the industry already struggling as a result of the bushfires, the introduction of this increase in 2020 would only add to their burden,” he said. 

Mr Crouch said for the longer term, the ATA had proposed extending the Farm Management Deposits Scheme to eligible trucking businesses. 

“To help the trucking industry weather future natural disasters, the FMD scheme should be extended to include trucking businesses that receive more than 50 per cent of their income from sectors that currently have access to FMDs,” Mr Crouch said.   

Businesses can find more info at www.bushfireinfo.business/

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Australia’s leading freight marketplace TruckIt.net has signed a major new partnership with specialist transport and logistics insurer NTI Ltd to provide TruckIt.net customers with an added layer of confidence when moving their goods.

The partnership will provide TruckIt.net users with the option to take out affordable, Single Transit Insurance for qualifying jobs booked through the platform.

The insurance cover provides Accidental Damage Cover on a range of commodities providing freight customers with an added layer of confidence when using the TruckIt.net marketplace.

Established by Queensland-born, Scottish rugby international Robert Russell, TruckIt.net is at the forefront of Australia’s rapidly-growing on-demand freight industry that is becoming an increasingly important part of the overall $100 billion a year freight industry.

The digital marketplace matches people wishing to freight large or harder to move items (cars, furniture, pallets etc) with transport operators that includes sole operators with one vehicle up to large multi-vehicle businesses.

TruckIt.net Founder and Managing Director Robert Russell said the partnership was the first of its kind in Australia and would further reinforce TruckIt’s industry leadership.

“Our customers have made it clear they want the additional confidence provided by insurance that covers their materials while on the road,” he said. “We listened and went about finding the best possible partner we could.”

“Our users will now have a seamless, fully-integrated option to insure their goods while in transit. They no longer need to go to a third party to get insurance or take the risk their goods may be damaged or lost while being moved.  They can also disregard having to rely on a transport providers insurance policy or warranties”

“NTI has gone above and beyond to ensure our customers have access to the best insurance coverage at an affordable price and we look forward to growing the relationship in the future.”

NTI General Manager Direct, Alan Hasted said the company was proud to partner with TruckIt.net to launch its first foray into the road freight marketplace industry.

“TruckIt has spent many years building a solid platform and loyal following from both users and transport providers and we couldn’t want a more trusted partner as we expand our portfolio of goods in transit offerings.”

NTI is solely owned and underwritten by CGU Insurance and Vero Insurance. This combines the strong industry experience of NTI in managing transport and logistics insurance with the backing and strength of two of Australia’s largest insurers.

The TruckIt.net platform was the first of its kind in Australia. Customers simply list their item on TruckIt.net for free and receive competitive quotes from interested vehicle operators. The booking, transaction and delivery process is managed directly between the freight owner and the operator.

Since it was first established in 2012, TruckIt has taken nearly 500,000 listings with deliveries covering more than 50,000,000 kilometres. At any one time there is about $1.5 million worth of freight projects posted on the site and available for truckers to quote on.

The idea for the business had its origins in Mr Russell’s return home from international rugby career and moving goods around the world and the country to set-up a new home in Brisbane.

“At the time there were a few freight marketplaces in the UK but it was very difficult to organise freight in Australia,” he said. “Getting a car moved from one city to another or some furniture across town shouldn’t require dozens of phone calls.”

The site now has nearly 300,000 customers who have posted a listing on the site and more than 4,500 truckers ready to quote on individual jobs.

The freight industry is one of the fastest growing in Australia with the volume of freight carried expected to grow by over 35 per cent between 2018 and 2040, an increase of 270 billion tonnes (bringing the total volume to just over 1,000 billion tonne kilometres), according to Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics (BITRE).

Mr Russell, who operates the business with a small team at his Toowong office, said the company was ready to compete hard to be the dominant player in the market.

“We think we were the first of our kind in the country and would like to think that gives us the experience to deliver a much better customer experience than the swag of newcomers who have joined the industry in recent times,” he said.

“We have recently overhauled the platform and are ramping up a significant marketing campaign to ensure we stay ahead of the pack.”

Click here to find out more about the TruckIt/NTI partnership and Single Transit Insurance.

Truckit.net is a vibrant marketplace, connecting freight owners with transport providers.

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Communication is key

It seems an obvious point, but it can not be stressed enough. The nature of an online marketplace and the need for trust means communication is the and a lack of communication can be a barrier to success.

Most customers will understand a delay or two, but simply want to be told so beforehand, otherwise they can feel left out of the loop and worried about their goods.

Focus on the jobs that are right for you

Truckit.net provides extensive search filters on the Search for Jobs page which allow transport providers to narrow down available loads by area, state or along an existing route. You can then filter by freight category to make sure you are only viewing the jobs most relevant to you. This saves time and ultimately money in scrolling through irrelevant loads.

Build a base of positive feedback

Every completed job gives you the opportunity to receive feedback from the customer. This feedback will be displayed on your Truckit profile to help future customers see the good work that you do. This is why it is essential to treat every job with the same level of professionalism as the last.

Brisbane-based freight marketplace TruckIt.net has set its sights on passing more than 100,000,000 kilometres of freight jobs within the next two years, after this month pushing through the 50,000,000 kilometre milestone.

To achieve the goal the company hopes to book as many new listings on its platform over the next two years, as it has achieved since taking its first listing in 2012.

Established by Queensland-born, Scottish rugby international Robbie Russell, TruckIt.net is at the forefront of Australia’s rapidly-growing on-demand freight industry that is becoming an increasingly important part of the overall $100 billion a year freight industry.

The digital marketplace matches people wishing to freight large items (cars, furniture, pallets etc) with transport operators that includes sole operators with one vehicle up to large multi-vehicle businesses.

Customers simply list their item on TruckIt.net for free and receive competitive quotes from interested vehicle operators. The booking, transaction and delivery process is managed directly between the freight owner and the operator.

Since it was first established 2012, TruckIt has taken nearly 500,000 listings with deliveries covering more than 50,000,000 kilometres. At any one time there is about $1.5 million worth of freight projects posted on the site and available for truckers to quote on.

The idea for the business had its origins in Mr Russell’s return home from international rugby career and moving goods around the world and the country to set-up a new home in Brisbane.

“At the time there were a few freight marketplaces in the UK but it was very difficult to organise freight in Australia,” he said. “Getting a car moved from one city to another or some furniture across town shouldn’t require dozens of phone calls.”

TruckIt.net Founder Robbie Russell

The site now has more than 275,000 customers who have posted a listing on the site and more than 4,500 truckers ready to quote on individual jobs.

The freight industry is one of the fastest growing in Australia with the volume of freight carried expected to grow by over 35 per cent between 2018 and 2040, an increase of 270 billion tonnes (bringing the total volume to just over 1,000 billion tonne kilometres), according to Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economics (BITRE).

Mr Russell, who operates the business with a small team at his Toowong office, said the company was ready to compete hard to be the dominant player in the market.

“We think we were the first of our kind in the country and would like to think that gives us the experience to deliver a much better customer experience than the swag of newcomers who have joined the industry in recent times,” he said.

“We have recently overhauled the platform and are ramping up a significant marketing campaign to ensure we stay ahead of the pack.”