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Season 1 / Episode 3 and airs on 28 May 2026 20:00
It's one of the world's toughest and most dangerous jobs. And as a nationwide driver shortage threatens to stall Australia's economy, a new generation of Rookie Truckers is stepping in to take the wheel. Guiding them through this baptism-by-fire are Yogi, Steve, and Sludge—three long-haul veterans determined to pass on the torch before they hang up their keys.Facing blowouts, breakdowns, and extreme weather on the open road, the Rookie Truckers are pushed to the limit to earn their stripes—and a full-time job. They meet all kinds of colourful characters as they crisscross the continent. And along the way, fine-tune their survival skills, master the art of bush mechanics, and grow into the truckers who will keep Australia moving. Gritty and gripping, it's a high-stakes all-terrain journey packed with rugged landscapes, real drama, and storylines of mentorship and transformation.
Cameras follow young drivers as they're mentored by veteran truck drivers. Irishman Eric takes on the longest truck in the world, while Shelley tackles her first ever hay load over a notorious mountain range.
Rookie Chevy battles slippery ground and an oil leak on his first ever trucking job. Ray hauls hazardous goods interstate to Port Pirie and is forced to fix his engine breaks alone.
Roy battles hazardous loads and a terrifying brake failure while Chevy fights worsening weather and an oil leak on his first solo haul.
New rookie Sehaj battles a back injury, abuse, and a time-critical delivery while 22-year-old Roy has the weight of the world on his shoulders, carrying 48 tonnes of steel plates
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