Blogs
13
November
2019

EXPAC says ” Torquepower is our first choice for Cummins parts”
“EXPAC is a dedicated procurement and export company that services the Pacific Island, specifically Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Island, Fiji and Noumea. PNG is our key area of business. We export a large range of motor vehicles and heavy vehicle parts to workshops in PNG and support a large fleet of passenger vehicles, heavy … Continue reading EXPAC says ” Torquepower is our first choice for Cummins parts”
10
July
2019

Quality filtration gold in remote Asia
Torquepower supplyies quality filtration one of the World’s most remote areas.
14
December
2018

JUST $11.22 COAST TO COAST
Clessie Cummins made Diesels king of the road -Part 5 The auto show, record attempt and outstanding fuel economy garnered the publicity Clessie Cummins wanted, but his Cummins Engine Company had no facilities for producing engines in large quantities. Rather than taking deposits and promising delivery dates, Cummins focused on setting up a production line. Of … Continue reading JUST $11.22 COAST TO COAST
14
November
2018

CLESSIE CUMMINS INCORPORATES CUMMINS ENGINE COMPANY
It’s not known exactly when, but the first diesel engine that Clessie Cummins saw was probably in 1917 or 1918, and likely made under license from the R.M. Hvid (pronounced Veed) Company. In the early 20th century, a Dutch man named Jan Brons invented a four-cycle, compression-ignition engine and was granted a European patent in … Continue reading CLESSIE CUMMINS INCORPORATES CUMMINS ENGINE COMPANY
27
October
2018

FUEL PRICES and FUEL TIPS
OUTLOOK FOR FUEL PRICES & NATROAD FUEL EFFICIENCY TIPS With diesel estimated to comprise 99 per cent of trucking and half of the commercial vehicle industry in Australia, according to the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (AAEP), the recent price trend at the pump has been an unwelcome sight for most operators. And, … Continue reading FUEL PRICES and FUEL TIPS
27
October
2018

Interstate Drought Logistics
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has highlighted the need for regulatory common sense on interstate drought logistics at a summit in Canberra. The harmonised rules for transporting fodder across state borders during the drought should be expanded and made permanent, ATA chair Geoff Crouch says. Crouch was speaking after attending the National Drought Summit in … Continue reading Interstate Drought Logistics
11
October
2018

Kenworth Aussie US needs different
Kenworth T910 Design Hints? The new Kenworth W990 video has stunning views of Nevada’s Mojave Desert, bridges and a mighty good -looking truck. The story shows an interesting comparison – Aussie and US trucking needs are different . The big prime mover with a long bonnet. It is an owner driver favourite. However, due to … Continue reading Kenworth Aussie US needs different
10
October
2018

Drought Angels
Torquepower is proud to support Drought Angels – a small charity run by big hearted people who are passionate about our farmers and passionate about keeping them on the land. Like many of our colleagues and friends, we are deeply concerned for the well being of farmers particularly those in our local states of Queensland, … Continue reading Drought Angels
28
June
2018

IT’S OUR 40TH YEAR – OUR PEOPLE KNOW SERVICE
IT’S OUR 40TH YEAR – OUR PEOPLE KNOW SERVICE . Russell Grant spent 22 years retailing floor coverings before he came to Torquepower. “ I had to know service. It’s not easy running a small business. I had to understand stock control and cash flow, and practical, sensible approaches to overcoming problems. We had to … Continue reading IT’S OUR 40TH YEAR – OUR PEOPLE KNOW SERVICE
10
May
2018

Steve Fell, Snap-on Franchisee |para athlete| quiet hero
“I wasn’t always a Snap-on guy. I am a mechanic by trade, but I prefer the clean nails now”, jokes Steve Fell, Snap-on Franchisee, Torquepower customer and para athlete. “Ordinarily, Snap-on trucks must be a Hino or Isuzu but mine is completely different to fit my needs , a one off – a beautifully fitted … Continue reading Steve Fell, Snap-on Franchisee |para athlete| quiet hero