Australia’s truckies were already struggling to survive. Then the fuel crisis hit

Truck drivers like Frank Black rely on diesel – and lots of it. When prices surged the sums stopped adding up. He fears for his industry Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Frank Black is back on the road after two weeks out of work when he spots a sign, a little too far from where he’s standing to make out clearly. “Is that $2.08 for diesel?” he says. “I’ve gotta check that price out. If that’s right I’m gonna fill up!” Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...

Original source: Guardian