While many online businesses are legitimate, it can be easier to fall for an online scam due to the anonymous nature of the internet. Scammers use the latest technology to set up fake retailer websites, email receipts, and text messages that look like genuine online stores and responses. Online scams are sophisticated messages which often use professional-looking brands and logos to look like they come from a business you know. At first glance, the level of sophistication can make it difficult to determine if it is real, or fake. It is common that scams involve asking you for upfront payments […]
Where were you born? Palmerston North, New Zealand Favourite Hobby? Horse Riding, Gardening, Cooking. Favourite Quote? Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you! – Dr Seuss Favourite Band? Crowded House Favourite Food? Thai, Indian, BBQ Post-pandemic - Where Do You Want To Travel First? Home to NZ. It has been 3 years since I have been able to see my folks and sister. What's a fun fact people may not know? When I was in labour with my second son I drove myself to the hospital but had to […]
If you don’t have that one mate who knows everything about cars, keep reading to find out what to look for when buying a second-hand vehicle! Confirm that the seller is the person who owns the car You won’t be charged for unknowingly buying a stolen car, but the car may be repossessed and returned to its owner. You can confirm this with a Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) search (previously known as a VIN check). It costs just $2 and is well worth it for the peace of mind. You can compare the information that this check provides with […]
Have you ever wondered why your freight and shipping costs cost you so much? Now you don’t have to. We researched some of the most common reasons as to why your freight shipping is costing you an arm and a leg. Keep in mind that these costs also fluctuate depending on dynamic costs associated with freight delivery. Fuel Regardless of the type of delivery service a retailer chooses for their operation, all modes of transportation rely on fuel. As the price of fuel fluctuates, it is common for shipping costs to fluctuate alongside this. Therefore, if fuel prices fall, trucks […]
Where were you born? Durban, South Africa Favourite Hobby? Music Production Favourite Quote? "I can’t quote the equations of General Relativity from memory, but nonetheless if I walk off a cliff, I’ll fall." - Eliezer Yudkowsky Favourite Band? The Brian Blade Fellowship Favourite Food? King Fish Sashimi Post-pandemic - Where Do You Want To Travel First? Iceland - some of my favorite sci-fi movies were filmed in Iceland plus I'm a fan of a few musicians from there What's a fun fact people may not know? I can ride a unicycle at a skateparkWhat’s your favorite part about your job […]
Almost every truck driver has an idea on the best way to conserve fuel. Some methods are tried and true, others work for some and not for others. Nevertheless, saving fuel is an important part of being a driver or business owner. It is no secret that fuel is the No. 1 expense when driving a truck. We’ve compiled 6 of the most common tried and true ways that drivers have improved their fuel economy so you don’t have to. Stop Speeding & Slow Down More than any other habit, excessive speeding burns the most fuel, and also causes more […]
Living on the road can be tough for truck drivers. Luckily, there are many trucker apps that are designed to support truck drivers. There are so many different apps out there, so we took it upon ourselves to find you the best and most reputable apps that navigate, manage your fuel, find you rest stops, manage fatigue & find a good feed! Apps to make your trips easier Toilet Finder Toilet Finder is an international community group who together have found over 150,000 toilets around Australia and the rest of the world. The app is completely free to use, and […]
Where were you born? Brisbane, Queensland What are your favourite hobbies? Playing video games, reading, live music & seeing friends! In a post-pandemic world, where do you want to travel first? France, maybe the Netherlands. I want to see all of the art galleries and see the pretty buildings What is your favourite food? Cheese Pizza Do you have a favourite band? Tool What is a quote that means most to you? Change your thoughts, change the world Do you have any fun facts that people may not know about you? I am a crazy cat lady but only have […]
There is no denying that freight drivers spend significant periods of time on the road. In 2020, Budget Direct recorded an estimate of 23,499 million kilometres travelled by all freight vehicles. With such a high estimate, we did some digging to see what these incredible drivers get up to, to keep themselves entertained whilst on the road. Podcasts & Audio Books Without the company of family and friends on the road, finding quality podcasts or audiobooks are an engaging way to stay alert on the road, but also to learn new topics like historical periods, have a laugh and keep […]
