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New Australian-Developed Mining Driver Safety Software Leads Training World

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MOTUM World is a tailorable software package designed specifically for driver education and training, with its first mining-specific release launched at IMARC 2024. Fully customisable environments, vehicles and scenarios across any vehicle type. To date, the platform has been built for various specialist industries. The simulation system has been fully developed in Australia and is … Continued

2024 Used Car Safety Ratings released

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Transforming road safety and empowering consumers through enhanced data Australians can now access updated Used Car Safety Ratings for 2024, providing comprehensive information to help consumers choose the safest used vehicles.  Based on data from the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC), the 2024 ratings analyse 9.4 million vehicles involved in police-reported crashes and 2.6 … Continued

Geotab teams up with EROAD to provide affordable solutions to fleet managers

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SYDNEY, 29th October 2024: Global telematics leader Geotab has teamed up with New Zealand-based EROAD to provide powerful and affordable fleet management solutions for businesses across Australia and New Zealand. The partnership’s first initiative is the launch of EROAD Locate, a simple and cost-effective telematics solution for light commercial vehicles. This product will be introduced … Continued

DB Schenker appoints experienced IT leader Helen Angell to Chief Information Officer – Australia and New Zealand

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Leading global logistics provider, DB Schenker, has announced the appointment of Helen Angell to the position of Chief Information Officer, Australia and New Zealand (CIO ANZ). Helen has an impressive pedigree in the IT space, including more than 30 years of experience, with roles in well-known companies in industries such as finance, construction, equipment, and … Continued

Toshiba Releases Automotive Photorelay with Output Withstand Voltage of 900V, Housed in a Small Package

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-Suitable for 400V automotive battery systems- KAWASAKI, Japan–BUSINESS WIRE– Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation (“Toshiba”) has launched “TLX9150M,” an automotive photorelay[1] with an output withstand voltage of 900V (min) that is highly suitable for application in 400V automotive batteries. The new photorelay is housed in a small SO12L-T package. Volume shipments start today. This … Continued

The ARA launches first Australasian rail industry professional certificate

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The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) is introducing an essential program to equip rail professionals, new and experienced, with the expertise they need to succeed.  The ARA Professional Certificate in Rail is a 25-week, online training program designed to address the growing demand for skilled workers. Created in partnership with industry experts, the program provides participants … Continued

How the pandemic has changed driver behaviour: new data

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Victorian motorists are driving less than their interstate counterparts, with an increased shift to work from home and staying in local neighbourhoods following the Covid pandemic, new Bupa Car Insurance data reveals.   The number of motorists choosing to limit their driving below 15,000km a year has steadily increased from 57% in 2022 to more … Continued

GC500 Supercar Helmets Race to Auction

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Not one, but two rare and special edition pink race helmets worn by motorsport legends David Reynolds and Mark Winterbottom will be going under the hammer after the GC500 race weekend with all proceeds going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF). The auction follows last year’s success, where Reynolds’ pink helmet raised an impressive … Continued