Coolabah

07/03/2026

F1 just redesigned its entire power architecture around one insight: smart battery management outperforms combustion dependence.

Electric output per car has nearly tripled. Fuel allowance has been cut by over a third. Winning now comes down to how intelligently teams deploy stored energy — not how hard they burn fuel.

For operators running vehicle-mounted equipment — refrigeration units, food service, mobile workstations, cooling systems — the same principle applies directly.

Lithium-ion vehicle batteries eliminate the fuel costs, noise, emissions, and mechanical complexity of generator-dependent setups, while delivering more consistent, controllable power to the equipment that keeps your operation running.

F1 teams don't leave energy management to chance. Neither should you.

Get in touch to find out how our battery solutions can help you.

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03/03/2026

Coolabah will be at the upcoming Mack Muster & Truck Show with the team from Bunkmate on March 22 at Quarry Farm, WA. Come along and say hi and have a chat about how we can help with your cabin cooling and power needs. More information at https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0Fc220

18/12/2025

Rob Regoli converted his two main businesses - Mr Ricky's Ice Cream and Porkies Mobile Catering- from loud and cumbersome generators to Coolabah's battery solutions and never looked back. Hear from Rob about the custom solutions we built for him and how he can manage weekend-long festivals without a problem. Keen to learn more? Visit our website and get in touch - https://ap1.hubs.ly/y0sDvf0

15/12/2025

Food truck regulations in Australia are complex. They vary by state, by council, and by what type of food you're serving. Miss something, and it could cost you thousands in fines, lost inventory, or worse—your business reputation.

Here's what you need to know - the permits and licences you actually need, food safety standards that apply to your truck, design and equipment requirements (spoiler: your fridge matters!), non-idling laws that could get you fined, state-specific regulations that catch most new operators off guard and why your power source choice affects your compliance.

We've just published a comprehensive guide to food truck regulations in Australia—written specifically for new operators who want to do things right from day one.

A comprehensive overview of the food truck regulations in Australia, designed to help new entrants to the industry position themselves for success.

13/12/2025

Is Your Food Truck Losing Money to Generator Costs?

Running a food truck on diesel or petrol generators? You might be leaving thousands on the table every year.

Here's the reality: Traditional generators are loud, expensive and high-maintenance. They produce toxic fumes that can restrict where you operate, they break down at the worst times, and the fuel costs just keep adding up.

What if there was a better way?

We've just published a comprehensive guide on Power Management for Food Trucks that reveals why generators are costing you more than you think, the hidden health risks of diesel emissions, how battery power systems can save you $7,500+ a year and why zero noise and zero emissions = more business opportunities

The future of mobile food service is here—and it's quiet, clean, and profitable.

Explore the critical importance of power management for food trucks in Australia, common causes of service interruptions and efficient power solutions.

11/12/2025

How much does a hot cabin really affect a driver's performance? In Australia's extreme climates, cabin temperature is more than a comfort issue—it's a critical safety factor. Fatigue and reduced reaction times are serious risks when a driver can't get quality rest. We explored how different climate zones, from the humid north to the arid centre, impact driver conditions and what it takes to maintain a safe and comfortable cabin environment. Learn more about the science of staying cool on the road in our latest article.

A look at your considerations when it comes to driver comfort at truck AC units

03/12/2025

🍦🚚 Coolabah in an ice cream truck? Yep — we just did that!

Our team recently completed a full Coolabah install on this awesome ice cream van, giving it quiet, reliable and efficient power to run all its onboard equipment and keep things cool all day long.

Another happy customer and another unique project showing just how versatile Coolabah systems really are.

Need dependable off-grid power or cooling for your vehicle? We’ve got you covered.

02/12/2025

Hello drivers and friends!

We’re excited to share some BIG NEWS! Coolabah is relocating!

Thanks to the continued support of our customers and industry partners, we’ve outgrown our current space and are moving into a bigger and better premises so we can continue delivering the quietest, coolest and most reliable driver comfort solutions in Australia.

📍 New Address:
90 Southwell Road, Oran Park, 2570

📅 Moving out: 12th December
📦 Moving in: 15th December

We close on the 19th for Christmas and will return on the 12th of January.

We kindly ask customers to call ahead for returns or repairs, just so we can confirm which location to visit during the transition.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We can’t wait to welcome you to our new home!

04/09/2025

Coolabah looking good All State Auto Electrics 😏😏😏

28/08/2025

❄️ Another Iveco, another driver sleeping in style.
Our Rear Wall Battery means more hours of cool, quiet comfort – and zero wasted space.
Coolabah: keeping drivers chilled, fleets happy, and diesel jealous. 😉

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20/08/2025

From precision install to final test, our team makes sure every Coolabah system is ready to take on Aussie conditions. 💪

We work closely with our trusted agents nationwide to ensure every truck leaves the workshop running at peak performance. Cool, quiet, and reliable. 🚛❄️

Because when you’re out on the road, there’s no room for second best. Only the toughest gear, built for Australian drivers. 🇦🇺

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