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Truck Driving Rules in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide
Heavy-vehicle drivers must master the road rules — not only to keep everyone safe but also to maintain compliance and avoid steep fines...
Sep 102 min read
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Why ADAS Calibration Matters for Heavy Vehicles— And How Big Wheels Is Leading the Way
Modern trucks and buses are no longer just machines— they’re equipped with smart safety systems designed to reduce risk on the road. Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) help with everything, from lane keeping to emergency braking. But for ADAS to work properly, it needs to be precisely calibrated— especially after something as routine as a wheel alignment, windscreen replacement, or accident repair.Â
Aug 112 min read
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Driving Change: Celebrating Women In Trucking 2025
A Big Week for Women Behind the Wheel July is a landmark month for the transport industry, especially for the incredible women powering...
Jul 83 min read
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Big Rigs, Big Crowds & Big Moments at the 2025 Brisbane Truck Show
We rolled into Brissy, and so did 54,789 others. Here's what went down at the biggest truck show in the Southern Hemisphere.Â
Jun 32 min read
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Winter-Ready Trucks: Your Alignment Check-Up Guide
As the temperatures drop and the roads become more unpredictable, ensuring your truck’s alignment is in good condition is more than just good practice; it’s essential. Poor alignment in winter is a safety risk and a fast track to costly tyre damage.
May 82 min read
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Rain or Shine, Keep Your Wheels in Line
The Dangers of Wet Weather for Heavy Vehicles, Several factors make heavy vehicles particularly susceptible to accidents in wet conditions
Apr 42 min read
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Show Your Heavy Vehicles Some Love: Essential Maintenance Tips
Just like any hardworking machine, heavy vehicles need regular care and attention to perform at their best.
Mar 192 min read
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The Lowdown on Caravan Wheel Alignments: Keep Your Adventures Rolling Smoothly!
Getting your wheel alignment checked isn’t just a good idea; it’s essential for smoother and safer travels.
Jan 132 min read
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Holiday Trading Hours
Head Office: Â 23rd December to 6th January 2025 Arndell Park:Â 24th December to 6th January 2025 Bundaberg:Â 24th December to 6th January...
Dec 11, 20241 min read
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Big Wheels 2024 Wrap-Up
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to look back on an incredible year filled with milestones, partnerships, and community suppo
Dec 11, 20241 min read
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Big Wheels Celebrates an Exciting 2024 Australian Super Trucks Championship
The 2024 Australian Super Trucks Championship has officially come to an end, and what a sensational season it’s been!
Nov 13, 20243 min read
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Big Wheels Annual Wheels Conference 2024: Celebrating Excellence and Leading Forward
The Big Wheels team recently headed over to Vanuatu for our Annual Conference. It was an inspiring and action-packed event, bringing...
Oct 10, 20242 min read
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Heavy Vehicle Spring Maintenance Checklist
Just as we Spring clean our homes for a fresh start, it’s a perfect time to review your truck or heavy vehicle’s maintenance routine and...
Aug 28, 20242 min read
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World Youth Skills Day 2024: Celebrating our Trainees and Apprentices that are Steering Their Careers in the Right Direction at Big Wheels Truck Alignment!
Today is World Youth Skills Day, a day to celebrate the future of the workforce – and at Big Wheels Truck Alignment, we're passionate...
Jul 11, 20242 min read
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Happy National Female Truckie Day!
Today is National Female Truckie Day and Big Wheels Truck Alignment are thrilled to actively celebrate the incredible women who work in...
Jul 6, 20241 min read
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The Benefits of Wheel Alignments for Your Wallet and the Planet
At Big Wheels Truck Alignment, we understand the critical role that proper wheel alignment plays in the sustainability of heavy vehicles.
Jun 4, 20242 min read
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Changes to Telematics requirements in QLD and NSW by 1 June 2024
Changes for Queensland and NSW operators regarding vehicle monitoring programs have been underway since December, 2022.
Apr 30, 20241 min read
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Common Safety And Well-being Challenges Impacting Australian Truckers
Australia is largely dependent on truck drivers to transport goods and services across our country. In fact, Australia’s truckers keep...
Mar 27, 20243 min read
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Mitsubishi Fuso Canter - Models 413/515 – Camber adjustment
We find a multitude of these vehicles end up in mechanical workshops with the right-hand side tyre worn out showing steel with not enough...
Mar 8, 20242 min read
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Top 5 Trucking Trends Shaping The Future of Heavy Vehicle Trucking in 2024
In the day and age of analytics, it is important to stay up to date on the latest trucking trends. In this Big Wheels blog, we share our...
Feb 7, 20242 min read
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