Truck Art

What Truck Art does

Truck Art is a privately-held Australian heavy vehicle services group founded in 1976 by Terry Gibbs in Wagga Wagga, NSW. Originally a spray-painting business, it has expanded over five decades into two operating divisions: Truck Art (sleeper cab air conditioning, custom modifications, accident and smash repairs, spray painting, sandblasting, towing, and spare parts) and Truck Art Trailers (custom livestock trailer manufacturing). The group operates four owned branches across NSW, VIC, and SA, plus a network of authorized sales and service agents covering all mainland Australian states, with a combined headcount of approximately 74 employees.

The core technology base centers on sleeper cab climate control and livestock trailer engineering. Truck Art distributes and installs refrigerated electric, evaporative, and diesel-powered air conditioning systems from brands including Viesa, Koolkat, Pure Air, Kompressor, Ecowind, and Coolabah, alongside proprietary sleeper extensions and custom builds (Aero I, Aero II, Low Line, Pro Sleeper). The trailer division produces 2-deck and 3-deck B-doubles, 4x2 convertibles, 45/48ft stock crates, and pig trailers in ten production bays using Australian steel with square diagonals for corrosion resistance. Notable proprietary innovations include the Vigia Constant Tyre Inflation System (Australian importer), spring-assisted swing decks that reduce felt weight by 50%, and remote-controlled 3/4 cattle gates. Recent product launches (Viesa WorkAir for agricultural/earthmoving vehicles in 2025 and Viesa Holiday X for motorhomes/caravans in 2024) demonstrate expansion into adjacent verticals on the same 12/24V compressor platform.

The business model combines hardware sales (air conditioning units, sleeper extensions, trailers, spare parts) with professional services (smash repairs, spray painting, sandblasting, towing, refurbishments). Pricing is primarily quote-based with some fixed unit pricing (Pro Sleeper boxes $17,500-$18,000 + GST; sleeper extensions averaging $50,000 including GST; annual air conditioning servicing subscriptions $190-$355 + GST). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through owned branches supplemented by authorized agents in NSW, SA, VIC, QLD, and WA, with channel partner Custom Air Queensland appointed in March 2025. The company is founder-owned by Terry and Sheryl Gibbs, with no external equity or venture backing disclosed.

Name

Truck Art

Legal name

Truck Art Pty Ltd

Website

https://truckart.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Truck Art is a family-owned Australian heavy vehicle services group operating two divisions — truck sleeper cab air conditioning and custom modifications (Truck Art) and custom livestock trailer manufacturing (Truck Art Trailers) — serving owner-operators and livestock carriers nationwide via four owned branches and an authorized agent network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Heavy Commercial Vehicle Equipment and Custom Manufacturing

NAICS

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (336212), Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621)

SIC

Truck Trailers (3715), Truck & Bus Bodies (3713)

akta.pro primary industry

Truck Trailer Manufacturing (Dry Van/Reefer/Flatbed/Tanker) (IMACABAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Truck Body & Upfit Manufacturing (Box/Dump/Service/Refuse) (IMACAGAC)

Keywords

• Commercial truck modifications
• Livestock trailer manufacturing
• Sleeper cab air conditioning
• Heavy vehicle repairs
• Truck custom fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Wagga Wagga

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Truck Modifications & Repairs: Smash repairs, accident repairs, custom modifications, spray painting, sandblasting services for trucks and trailers
2. Sleeper Cab Air Conditioners: Sale and installation of Viesa, Koolkat, Kompressor, Ecowind, Pure Air, Coolabah air conditioning units and diesel air heaters for truck sleeper cabs
3. Livestock Trailers: Custom manufacture of livestock stockcrate trailers including 2 deck, 3 deck, 4x2 convertible, B-double trailers, and pig trailers
4. Spare Parts: Wide range of spare parts for custom sleeper cabs, air conditioners, and truck accessories including dovetails, wheel arch flares, IT doors
5. Towing & Salvage: 24/7 truck towing and salvage services for emergency towing, breakdowns, and accidents

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Truck Art designs, manufactures and sells custom livestock trailers under the Truck Art Trailers brand and custom sleeper-cab air conditioning systems for heavy commercial vehicles. The company also provides truck modifications, repairs, spray painting, towing services and distributes aftermarket accessories including the Vigia CTI tyre pressure monitoring system to Australian truck operators and fleet owners. Operations span company-owned branches and authorised agents across NSW, VIC, SA, QLD and WA.

Product overview

Truck Art is a diversified heavy vehicle services company operating two distinct divisions: Truck Art (truck services) and Truck Art Trailers (livestock trailer manufacturing). The Truck Art division focuses on sleeper cab air conditioning and heating solutions, with multiple product lines including evaporative cooling (Viesa Internal/Platinum), refrigerated electric units (Koolkat, Pure Air, Kompressor, Coolabah), and diesel-powered options (Ecowind, Diesel Air Heater). Custom modifications include sleeper bed extensions, custom sleepers (Aero I, Aero II, Low Line, Pro Sleeper), and accessories (Dovetails, IT Doors, Wheel Arch Flares). Services include accident repairs, spray painting, sandblasting, towing and salvage, and spare parts. Truck Art Trailers manufactures custom livestock trailers including 2-deck and 3-deck configurations, convertible trailers, and pig trailers, along with specialised components like effluent tanks, remote control gates, spring-assisted decks, and tool/dog boxes. The company also distributes the Vigia Constant Tyre Inflation System as Australian importer. Truck Art operates nationally with locations in Wagga Wagga (NSW), Melbourne (VIC), Adelaide (SA), and authorised service agents across Australia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Truck Art Trailers (livestock trailers) Custom-manufactured livestock trailers built in Australia using Australian steel, featuring proprietary spring-assisted deck systems and remote-control tailgate systems; targeted at livestock hauliers and primary producers.

Quantifiable outcome

• One livestock trailer produced every 8 days in 2016/2017
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Custom Air QueenslandcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 24 March 2025Custom Air Queensland, led by Justin Liddelow and Kurt Dorant, is the official Queensland agent for installation and service of Viesa and Koolkat premium air conditioning systems. Team has combined 53 years experience with 15 installation and service technicians. Located at 7 Westgate Street, Wacol QLD.
• ItalColvencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2024Italian supplier based in Milan, Italy. Focus of visit was to discuss the brand new Viesa Holiday X product for Australian market. Partnership for supply of evaporative cooling units.
• Livestock Association of AustraliaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTruck Art is a sponsor for Livestock Association of Australia, demonstrating commitment to the livestock bulk handling industry.
• NTI (National Transport Insurance)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerTruck Art is an NTI Premium Repairer, providing accident repairs that are backed by National Transport Insurance. This accreditation provides assured quality standards for insurance-covered repairs.
• Authorized Sales and Service Agents NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNetwork of authorized agents across NSW (Active Car & Truck Electrics, Jim Pearson Transport, A & I Auto Electrics, K & C Auto Electrics, Unique Auto Electrics, A & K Auto Electrics, Wired Mobile Auto Electrics), SA (Truck Art Adelaide), VIC (Truck Art Melbourne, Hume Truck Technics), QLD (Custom Air), WA (Aust West Auto Electrical, BunkMate Enterprises, Truck and Machine) for sleeper cab air conditioning installation and service.
• Motor Trade Association NSW (MTA NSW)minorOthersListed as a partner on the Truck Art website.
• VigiacoreTechnology or IntegrationTruck Art is the Australian importer of the Vigia Constant Tyre Inflation System. Partnership involves distribution of tyre pressure monitoring and maintenance technology paired with GESTYA GPS system for remote monitoring.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Thermo King: Trane Technologies brand specialising in transport temperature control and refrigeration; adjacent to Truck Art's climate-control distribution business and a relevant competitor for refrigerated livestock trailer applications.
• Webasto: Global supplier of heating and cooling systems for automotive, commercial vehicle, and marine applications; competes with Truck Art's distributed brands in the sleeper cab climate-control aftermarket across Europe and globally.
• MaxiTrans Industries: Australia's largest trailer manufacturer producing a broad range of freight, refrigerated, and specialised trailers; operates at materially greater scale than Truck Art and overlaps in trailer manufacturing but lacks the same depth in livestock-specific customisation and sleeper cab truck services.
• Dometic: Global leader in mobile climate, refrigeration, and comfort solutions for trucks, RVs, and marine; overlaps with Truck Art's sleeper cab air conditioning distribution (Viesa/Koolkat) and recreational vehicle product lines (Viesa Holiday X) at much greater scale and brand recognition.

Direct peers

• Krueger Transport Equipment: Australian manufacturer of trailers and transport equipment including livestock and freight applications; competes with Truck Art in custom trailer manufacturing for Australian fleet operators and shares similar customer pain points around durability and animal welfare.
• Tuff Trailers Australia: Australian manufacturer of heavy-duty tipper, livestock, and freight trailers; competes with Truck Art Trailers in regional custom trailer builds and shares focus on rugged Australian operating conditions and fleet durability.
• Graham Lusty Trailers: Australian livestock and freight trailer manufacturer headquartered in Queensland; directly comparable to Truck Art Trailers in product category (B-doubles, stock crates, road train configurations) and customer base (livestock bulk carriers and transport operators).
• Bruce Rock Engineering: Western Australian manufacturer of road train and livestock transport equipment; directly competes with Truck Art Trailers in heavy-haul livestock trailers and tri-drive configurations for the Australian outback transport market.

Others

• Coolabah Turbocristal: Australian-designed refrigerated air conditioning brand distributed by Truck Art for sleeper cabs; an ecosystem/portfolio brand rather than direct competitor, but relevant as an example of Truck Art's branded climate product strategy.
• Viesa (ItalColven): Italian manufacturer of evaporative and compressor air conditioning systems and Truck Art's primary product supplier; relevant as the upstream technology partner whose products Truck Art distributes, customises, and services across the Australian heavy-vehicle and RV markets.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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