As Australia’s transport industry continues to deal with the fall out of higher diesel prices sparked by the conflict in Iran, now, more than ever, the costs of moving trucks around the country is in the spotlight.
With the State and Federal governments stepping in with a variety of responses aimed at lowering the impact of the price rises, from fuel excise levy cuts to allowing bigger trucks on key freight routes, the industry itself is adjusting the way business is done in order to make every dollar spent, count.
Truck Moves Australia managing director Matt Whitnall says his business is able to help its customers save time and money when times are tough.
With nearly 40 years experience servicing customers such as Australian fleets, truck dealerships, OEMs and auction houses, Truck Moves Australia has been there through plenty of economic change.
Right now, Whitnall says they have noticed more fleets “moving critical vehicles to where the work is and not leaving trucks idle in the wrong location”.
“We have also seen a big jump in truck fleets’ interest in moving towards new EV’s and getting demo units to test in the real world environment and, a sad reflection – more forced truck fleet auctions.
“One novel concept we are also seeing across the industry from suppliers is the introduction of ‘global fuel crises’ levies for things other than fuel surge costs, which happened in the GFC and during COVID era’s.”
Whether it is fleets needing to reposition trucks for major projects, or truck dealers having to juggle new trucks from ports to holding yards or dealerships, the challenges and costs of time, staff, and fuel are real.
Whitnall says for Fleet Managers and Truck Dealers faced with finding the right solution for their truck moving challenges, the team at Truck Moves Australia is there and ready to help.
Truck Moves Australia has a roster of highly experienced truck drivers based all over the country who are ready to serve as needed.
A few simple clicks on the website at www.truckmoves.com.au or a quick call to 1300 885 779 and a free quote will be provided that can be factored into the decision making process.
For Truck Moves Australia customers key benefits of the service include:
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Keeping their company staff focused on activities that will grow company business after reducing head count
- No staff travel and accommodation costs
- Peace of mind – Truck Moves Australia and its drivers are fully insured
- The ability to move quickly with drivers available at short notice
- Drawing on the expertise of logistics experts who have been mastering this space since 1986
Whitnall says his company has the experience, the skills and the systems in place to be able to offer a specialised service at the right price.
To find out more, check out the Truck Moves Australia website. You can also see what customers have had to say with Truck Moves Australia on YouTube here
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