Millions of Truckies Are REFUSING to Shut Their Engines Down in the Outback — Here's Why

Millions of truckies are refusing to shut their engines down while parked in the Australian Outback — and there are some very practical reasons why. From extreme heat and freezing overnight temperatures to keeping air conditioning, electrical systems, refrigeration, and essential equipment running, idling can become more than just a comfort issue in remote Australia. In this video, we look at why Australian truck drivers keep their diesel engines running during long stops, the challenges of sleeping in a truck hundreds of kilometres from help, fuel and maintenance concerns, and what life is really like for truckies hauling freight across some of Australia’s harshest Outback roads.