Truckie Tuesday: Rod's Case Against Automatic Gearboxes, And Why Your Phone Can Be Confiscated On Compliance Mode

Bonafide with Luke Bona · Oct 27, 2026 · 52m

If you heard Tuesday's full episode, you have already had this one. This is the Truckie Tuesday on its own, for anyone who just wants the truck stuff.

Rod Hannifey makes his case that automatic gearboxes took the skill out of driving a truck, and says he'll argue it with anyone. Luke and Rod also read your comments on truck stop showers, and Luke finds a pub at Merriwagga that leaves its shower open for truckies after hours.

Can an officer take your phone if your electronic work diary is on it? Belinda Hughes from Hughes Law says strictly speaking they can, but only in specific circumstances…