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Truck Loans Australia Weekly Road Transport News Briefing

Each week, we cut through the noise with a concise recap of the biggest stories shaping Australia’s road transport sector. Expect clear summaries on regulation changes, industry policy, freight demand, fuel and operating costs, safety updates, technology and equipment trends, and the small-business impacts that matter to drivers, fleets and contractors. Stay informed in minutes, with level-headed context and practical takeaways to help you plan the week ahead—reliable, repeatable, and ready every week.

This Week:

RBAs December notes warn rates could rise in 2026 if inflation persists, so lenders may stay cautious. 2026 equipment trend is all about efficiency and Euro 6 compliance, with buyers focusing on total cost of ownership. Christmas/New Year curfews and limited permit processing affect oversize moves until early January, so plan loads and paperwork now. Melbournes West Gate Tunnel is open with new truck bans on inner‑west roads and weekend toll‑free travel in January; update routes and costing. Practical takeaways: compare lenders, get documents ready, consider pre‑approval, and budget with whole‑of‑life costs.

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Hello and welcome to Truck Loans Australia Weekly Road Transport News Briefing, Im Paige Estritori, Sunday 28 December 2025. First up, money matters. The Reserve Banks December notes point to a risk that rates could rise in 2026 if inflation stays sticky. That means lenders may stay cautious on serviceability and variable costs may not drop further near term. If youre weighing up truck loans, get your paperwork in order, compare lenders, and consider pre-approval so you can move quickly when you find the right rig. Next up, equipment and efficiency. This weeks industry wrap points to 2026 being all about smarter spec and total cost of ownership. With Euro 6 emissions standards now locked in and new aero cabins and drivetrains arriving, fleets are chasing small fuel and maintenance gains that add up. If youre planning a replacement, factor whole‑of‑life costs into your finance choice, not just the drive‑away price. Meanwhile, holiday operating settings are in force. Oversize and over‑mass moves face Christmas and New Year curfews in several states, and permit processing is limited until early January. In Queensland, certain loads needing more than one pilot are off the road until 2 January, with similar limits or reduced services elsewhere. Plan deliveries and collections accordingly, and use the downtime to line up quotes, documentation and pre‑approval so you can roll as soon as the lights go green. And in Melbourne, the West Gate Tunnel is open, with new 24/7 no‑truck zones on several inner‑west roads and weekend toll‑free travel flagged for January. Heavy vehicle access maps have been updated and high‑productivity combinations can use the corridor. Check routes, tolls and curfews when costing jobs and setting finance budgets for the new year. Thats the brief. For tools, calculators and a free eligibility check without obligation, head to truck-loan.com.au. Safe driving, and Ill see you next week.

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