Bruce has often mentioned his luck in being invited to the States to drive historic trucks for the Klenske family and on his recent trip across, took the time to sit with Dalton Trucking’s Josh, son of owner Terry Klenske. A similar history to any transport company in Australia with highs and lows, good luck and good management and with a collection of old vehicles that has Bruce needing a cold shower.

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As the long term Executive Officer of the South Australian Road Transport Association (SARTA), Steve Shearer has been instrumental in his support of the Transport Industry and lobbying Government for change. Steve is one of the few people who front the media as a spokesperson for all Road Transport issues and we could all take a leaf out of his book to back the industry that the majority of us still love, live and breathe.

With SARTA’s upcoming annual conference being held next Saturday, 19th August, we decided to pull forward this great interview with Steve to coincide with the event. We’re sure you’ll enjoy this as much as we did.

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A recent trip to the USA saw Bruce sit down with his mate and idol Paul Cox. Bruce has been in awe of Paul’s perfect Kenworth Aerodyne for years and both Paul and his truck were a huge influence when he restored his cabover. Bruce has been around restoration for many years so when he refers to Paul’s Aerodyne as ‘one of the worlds best vehicle restorations’ it really must be something special. And this humble Englishman living in California is just as unique as his truck.

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Alan Ross has been around for many years and with the help of family, friends and loyal staff, has built a transport company and solid reputation for service and reliability. With a current fleet exceeding 60 vehicles, Alan has dedicated himself to giving back and supports charity events and personal needs of many like many on the South Coast. And, he’s hilarious! Bruce was in stitches listening to Al’s take on life and predictions of the future. It’s a raw, open and honest discussion – and loud!!!

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Nev Storey started in transport as a young bloke following in his Dads footsteps at East Coast Transport and then Intermodal. Another one of Bruce’s restoration mates – yes, he has a few – Nev has focussed on not only running a successful company but also restoring some of our countries most unique vehicles. He is also known as being one of our most generous and helpful operators with a reputation most would envy. We are sure you’ll enjoy this one.

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Bruce originally met Alby Twyford on the first Haulin' the Hume and was in awe of his beautifully restored and period correct trucks. Alby has been an owner operator for many years as well as an avid restorer and his attention to even the smallest details makes his collection of vehicles stand alone as pure time warps. This interview was fitting for Alby as he had just retired the week before and is now free to concentrate on bringing the past back to life.

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The South Coast and Hayes Haulage go hand in hand following a few generations of the Hayes family keeping the legend alive. With some big equipment for the day and some unique ones at that, a reputation for rebuilding vehicles the old way and improvising with whatever was available at the time, Hayes Haulage has been a common sight down the East Coast of Australia with a history that had Bruce in his element.

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From humble beginnings to a successful transport operation, Camsons started out like many other companies, but the qualities instilled by Chris Sultana, founder and head of the company, have remained true to his legacy. Bruce has often mentioned this highly regarded, family owned organisation and you'll hear why, as he records their fantastic history.

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PK was born and bred in New Zealand before heading to Australia only to be lured into the Golden Era of interstate driving, and what a career, driving for some of our iconic fast trucking organisations.

This is a cracker of an interview.

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There aren’t too many transport companies who can lay claim to being 100 years strong but Pittman’s Transport is one of them. This proud, family owned organisation is in it’s fifth generation and has one of the most incredible photo histories that we have ever seen. Innovative, resourceful and a clever business sense has been the survival methods instilled into the company from the very beginning. We’re sure you’ll enjoy the story of this amazing company.

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