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With RHINO Guards, you get what we’ve paid for
RHINO mudguards are engineered for long-term performance. While they may cost more upfront, their durability, UV resistance, and manufacturing quality can reduce maintenance, downtime, andBehind the Scenes of Recycling and Carbon Verification, EP3
Discover how TR Group helped turn Rhino’s recycled plastic guard programme into a verified carbon-saving success story, with independently certified 76% lower emissions and aHow RHINO and Vplas Turned a “Not a Good Idea” Into a Circular Manufacturing Success Story, EP2.
Fonterra asked if they could return their end-of-life RHINO mudguards for recycling. The easy answer was no — but we pushed on. Here’s how RHINORhino Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt Kits
Installation guide - Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt kits.Fonterra closes the loop with RHINO recycled mudguards
It all started with a simple question from Fonterra’s Guy Cooper: “What are your guards made from?” That question set off a chain of eventsDriving down emissions: one mudguard at a time
RHINO becomes the first known manufacturer of heavy-truck and trailer mudguards to achieve an independently verified product carbon footprint, confirming a 76% CO₂ reduction comparedRHINO Mudguards for Low Profile Tyres: Alloy, Plastic & Stainless Options
RHINO alloy, plastic, and stainless mudguards are engineered for heavy-vehicle low-profile tyres in NZ and Australia—offering tighter fit, improved spray control, and maximised trailer space.Stainless Chassis Poles: The Smarter Choice for Whole-of-Life Cost
Stainless steel chassis poles cost more upfront but last longer, reduce downtime, and maintain a premium fleet image. Salt spray testing and real-world examples likeSustainable Mudguards Made from Recycled Plastic
Rhino Guards – Tough on the Road, Kind to the Planet Our mudguards are made from up to 100% recycled plastic, with a UV8 ratingA Chassis Pole for (Almost) Every Application
From one-bolt to lugged, short offset to long step-out, and stainless to zinc silver — RHINO’s chassis pole range is built to fit your mounting,Fire-Safe by Design: How RHINO Stainless Guards Help Mitigate Dangerous Goods Transport Fires
Australia’s new fire safety rules are targeting dangerous goods vehicle fires at the wheel end — where most start. RHINO stainless steel mudguards offer passiveEngineered to Turn: The RHINO Self Steer Guard
Protect your self-steering axles with the RHINO Self Steer Guard — engineered for tight turns, rough roads, and long-term reliability. Available in plastic, stainless steel,Rhino Light Trailer Guards – How to select best fit.
Simple guide to measuring span and width to select RHINO light trailer guards.The Edge That Sets Us Apart: RHINO’s Ripple-Free Advantage
RHINO stainless guards feature a ripple-free edge — engineered for a clean, professional finish that offers clear advantages in appearance over standard guard designs.Trailer Magazine Feature – Guard of the galaxy
Rhino Group is gaining durability, longevity and value for money by specifying Rhino Guards’ plastic mudguards across its lease and rental fleets in Australia andWhy Screen Printing Can Outperform Hot Foil & Embossing for Branded Mudflaps
Rhino – finalist in Awards!
"Rhino Manufacturing has been named a finalist in the 2025 ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards, celebrating export excellence and innovation in the BayHow to read tyre sizes
What do these numbers mean? Let's break it down so you can understand tyre sizes for any vehicle or truck tyre.RHINO Guards Carbon Certified 76% lower
We are taking sustainability to a new level. RHINO Guards with a carbon footprint. Independently verified. A game changer for plastic in transport.Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Solutions focused
Australian Bus & Truck Care are addressing common customer issues frequent mudguard breakages. Rhino plastic guard range is a reliable and cost-effective solution.Stainless guards – materials matter
A mudguard is only as good as the stuff it’s made from. Rhino guards are made from premium quality materials. There is a material differenceRHINO Recycled Guards – New Product Development
From humble beginnings, the future for RHINO guards made from recycled plastic now has a number of options. To demonstrate our ambition and commitment toRhino Design Services
With Rhino Design Services, you can leverage our 3D modelling capabilities to integrate our design into your products.Colour Chart & Swatches
See our Rhino colour chart, or request physical colour swatches, allowing easy colour matching for plastic guards. UV8 colour rating explained.Truck and Trailer Product Catalogue
Light Trailer Catalogue
Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Stainless Guards
Convair Engineering executes high-quality tankers to completion by specifying Rhino Guards’ stainless steel mudguards as standard on all of its builds.Chassis Pole Salt Spray Testing
The results from a salt spray test show clear potential benefits of stainless steel chassis poles for manufacturers and fleets. Likely benefits include better productAustralia Warehouses and Stock
RHINO has an expanded presence in Australia with stock in warehouses located in Victoria and Queensland.Performance Flyer – Rhino plastic guard range.
The performance testing results for the Rhino plastic guard rangeSmaller Freight orders within New Zealand
Smaller freight orders within New Zealand with Post Haste.Our stainless guards look amazing, and they are.
Rhino Stainless guards engineered for strength and durability.Guard Recycling – Clean guards being returned for recycling Yeah-Nah.
Our plastic guard recycling programme is an industry-leading system, driven by our goal of reducing waste and lessening our environmental impact. We need your helpFREIGHT TRANSIT TIMES EX ROTORUA
RHINO PALLET ORDERS TRAVELLING WITH MAINFREIGHT WITHIN NEW ZEALAND.Stainless steel Self steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Stainless steel Self Steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.Mudflaps Sizing – Standard
Check out the full range of Rhino mudflap sizes. Custom sizes are also available - please ask.Adjusting Sizing Metal Light Trailer Guards – with Rhino
We have a simple fix for this issue!Monthly Update – August 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.New Saddle Colour – 209 Light Green
RHINO has launched a new saddle colour - 209 Light Green.Monthly Update – July 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.RHINO GUARDS UV PERFORMANCE
Rhino’s plastic mud guards are rated to UV8 and have the highest possible rating for resistance to colour fading.Monthly Update – May / June April 2023
Brisbane Truck Show, the RHINO Stainless difference, RHINO Design plus print and online.Stainless guards: Experience the Rhino difference
Rhino stainless steel mudguards offer a number of features that result high performing products that make your truck and trailer look incredible. These include topMonthly Update – April 2023
Industry constraints, Brisbane Truck Show plus the new truck and trailer catalogue.Monthly Update – March 2023
Reducing waste – one truck mudguard at a time
Transport industry leaders Rhino Group and TWL have teamed up to launch a new initiative to help reduce heavy transport emissions and limit waste goingMonthly Update – February 2023
Heavy Truck and Trailer Flyer
Monthly Update – January 2023
New Spray Suppressant Round Product
In collaboration with our customers Rhino has pioneered a new strong spray suppressant solution. The innovative round alloy channel offers spray suppressant option for mudguardsHow-to Guide: Fit Clamps & Saddles to Poles & Guards
This "How To" guide outlines how to fit clamps and saddles to poles and guards. A special thanks to the team at Patchell for sharingMonthly Update – November 2022
Rhino Video
Alloy Saddles Upgrade!
Working with Rhino
We are always seeking exceptional people to complement our team at Rhino.Mudflaps Material: Standard vs Premium
There are two Rhino mudflap material options - standard plastic and premium flexible plastic. Choose at option that fits your purpose.2021 Review and 2022 Outlook
Rhino Photo of the Month leads to new product
Light trailer innovation delivers value
Spotlight: aluminium truck mudguards
Low Profile guards delivers function and style
Rhino tyre size guide
Product Update: Cap50 – loose fitting in chassis poles
Some customers have been experiencing issues fitting Cap50's to chassis poles. We explain what has caused this, a solution for the short term and theHow Rhino mudguards improve aerodynamics
We looked at the aerodynamic advantage of including Rhino mudguards on truck-trailers compared to trailers with custom-made flat metal guards.Alloy quarter guard makes a smooth debut
Rhino develop innovative quarter guard that is stylish, high performing, cost-effective that is off the shelf and easy to install.Light trailer options for boat trailers or car trailers
We've worked tireslessly to create light trailer mudguards to suit almost any use, size and material.Selecting a guard
How to choose the right mud guards for your truck or trailer. Simple guide to measuring span and width or using tyre size to selectRecycled mudguards making a splash
A collaboration between leading manufacturing and transport companies keep hundreds of plastic truck mudguards out of the landfill. 
Case Studies With RHINO Guards, you get what we’ve paid for
RHINO mudguards are engineered for long-term performance. While they may cost more upfront, their durability, UV resistance, and manufacturing quality can reduce maintenance, downtime, and replacement costs over the life of the vehicle.
Read More 
Case Studies Behind the Scenes of Recycling and Carbon Verification, EP3
Discover how TR Group helped turn Rhino’s recycled plastic guard programme into a verified carbon-saving success story, with independently certified 76% lower emissions and a model for sustainable fleet innovation.
Read More 
Case Studies How RHINO and Vplas Turned a “Not a Good Idea” Into a Circular Manufacturing Success Story, EP2.
Fonterra asked if they could return their end-of-life RHINO mudguards for recycling. The easy answer was no — but we pushed on. Here’s how RHINO and Vplas built a verified circular manufacturing loop with a 76% lower carbon footprint.
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Case Studies Rhino Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt Kits
Installation guide – Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt kits.
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Case Studies Fonterra closes the loop with RHINO recycled mudguards
It all started with a simple question from Fonterra’s Guy Cooper: “What are your guards made from?”
That question set off a chain of events leading to RHINO’s recycled plastic PL12063 mudguards — verified by Toitū Envirocare with a 76 % lower carbon footprint. When customers care, you act.
Read More 
Media Releases Driving down emissions: one mudguard at a time
RHINO becomes the first known manufacturer of heavy-truck and trailer mudguards to achieve an independently verified product carbon footprint, confirming a 76% CO₂ reduction compared to virgin-plastic guards through recycled plastic innovation.
Read More 
Resources & Performance RHINO Mudguards for Low Profile Tyres: Alloy, Plastic & Stainless Options
RHINO alloy, plastic, and stainless mudguards are engineered for heavy-vehicle low-profile tyres in NZ and Australia—offering tighter fit, improved spray control, and maximised trailer space.
Read More 
Case Studies Stainless Chassis Poles: The Smarter Choice for Whole-of-Life Cost
Stainless steel chassis poles cost more upfront but last longer, reduce downtime, and maintain a premium fleet image. Salt spray testing and real-world examples like Holcim prove stainless is the smarter whole-of-life choice.
Read More 
Catalogues Sustainable Mudguards Made from Recycled Plastic
Rhino Guards – Tough on the Road, Kind to the Planet
Our mudguards are made from up to 100% recycled plastic, with a UV8 rating for ultimate fade resistance. Through closed-loop recycling, we reduce waste and carbon footprint—delivering strength, sustainability, and a smarter choice for transport.
Read More 
Case Studies A Chassis Pole for (Almost) Every Application
From one-bolt to lugged, short offset to long step-out, and stainless to zinc silver — RHINO’s chassis pole range is built to fit your mounting, design, and material requirements.
Read More 
Case Studies Fire-Safe by Design: How RHINO Stainless Guards Help Mitigate Dangerous Goods Transport Fires
Australia’s new fire safety rules are targeting dangerous goods vehicle fires at the wheel end — where most start. RHINO stainless steel mudguards offer passive protection that aligns with WA’s 2025 reforms and emerging national standards. Built from 304BA stainless, they help contain heat and limit fire spread — supporting compliance without compromising durability.
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Case Studies Engineered to Turn: The RHINO Self Steer Guard
Protect your self-steering axles with the RHINO Self Steer Guard — engineered for tight turns, rough roads, and long-term reliability. Available in plastic, stainless steel, and aluminium for 11R, low profile, mega single, and 19.5” tyres.
Read More 
How To Guides Rhino Light Trailer Guards – How to select best fit.
Simple guide to measuring span and width to select RHINO light trailer guards.
Read More 
Case Studies The Edge That Sets Us Apart: RHINO’s Ripple-Free Advantage
RHINO stainless guards feature a ripple-free edge — engineered for a clean, professional finish that offers clear advantages in appearance over standard guard designs.
Read More 
Case Studies Trailer Magazine Feature – Guard of the galaxy
Rhino Group is gaining durability, longevity and value for money by specifying Rhino Guards’ plastic mudguards across its lease and rental fleets in Australia and New Zealand.
Read More 
Case Studies Why Screen Printing Can Outperform Hot Foil & Embossing for Branded Mudflaps
Fleet branding is a key part of presenting a professional image — and branded mudflaps are one of the most visible and cost-effective ways to
Read More 
Media Releases Rhino – finalist in Awards!
“Rhino Manufacturing has been named a finalist in the 2025 ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards, celebrating export excellence and innovation in the Bay of Plenty region. Discover more about our achievement.”
Read More 
How To Guides How to read tyre sizes
What do these numbers mean? Let’s break it down so you can understand tyre sizes for any vehicle or truck tyre.
Read More 
Case Studies RHINO Guards Carbon Certified 76% lower
We are taking sustainability to a new level.
RHINO Guards with a carbon footprint. Independently verified.
A game changer for plastic in transport.
Read More 
Case Studies Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Solutions focused
Australian Bus & Truck Care are addressing common customer issues frequent mudguard breakages. Rhino plastic guard range is a reliable and cost-effective solution.
Read More 
Case Studies Stainless guards – materials matter
A mudguard is only as good as the stuff it’s made from. Rhino guards are made from premium quality materials. There is a material difference between the 304 that RHINO uses and the highly prevalent 430 used by other manufacturers.
Read More 
New Products RHINO Recycled Guards – New Product Development
From humble beginnings, the future for RHINO guards made from recycled plastic now has a number of options. To demonstrate our ambition and commitment to innovation, we are outlining the options we are working on to stimulate discussion and work with interested customers.
Read More 
How To Guides Rhino Design Services
With Rhino Design Services, you can leverage our 3D modelling capabilities to integrate our design into your products.
Read More 
Catalogues Colour Chart & Swatches
See our Rhino colour chart, or request physical colour swatches, allowing easy colour matching for plastic guards. UV8 colour rating explained.
Read More 
Catalogues Truck and Trailer Product Catalogue
We are super pumped to release Version 2 Rhino Truck and Trailer Product Catalogue! We have worked hard to bring you a straightforward catalogue with
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Catalogues Light Trailer Catalogue
We are stoked to launch our new light trailer product catalogue! We recognise the importance of simple catalogues when choosing Rhino product options including key
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How To Guides 
Case Studies Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Stainless Guards
Convair Engineering executes high-quality tankers to completion by specifying Rhino Guards’ stainless steel mudguards as standard on all of its builds.
Read More 
Case Studies Chassis Pole Salt Spray Testing
The results from a salt spray test show clear potential benefits of stainless steel chassis poles for manufacturers and fleets. Likely benefits include better product quality, lower whole of life cost and less repairs and maintenance.
Read More 
Media Releases Australia Warehouses and Stock
RHINO has an expanded presence in Australia with stock in warehouses located in Victoria and Queensland.
Read More 
Mudflap Specs 
Catalogues Performance Flyer – Rhino plastic guard range.
The performance testing results for the Rhino plastic guard range
Read More 
Mudflap Specs 
New Products 
How To Guides Smaller Freight orders within New Zealand
Smaller freight orders within New Zealand with Post Haste.
Read More 
Catalogues Our stainless guards look amazing, and they are.
Rhino Stainless guards engineered for strength and durability.
Read More 
Case Studies Guard Recycling – Clean guards being returned for recycling Yeah-Nah.
Our plastic guard recycling programme is an industry-leading system, driven by our goal of reducing waste and lessening our environmental impact. We need your help to follow all requirements.
Read More 
Updates FREIGHT TRANSIT TIMES EX ROTORUA
RHINO PALLET ORDERS TRAVELLING WITH MAINFREIGHT WITHIN NEW ZEALAND.
Read More 
Updates Stainless steel Self steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Stainless steel Self Steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Read More Mudflap Specs Mudflaps Sizing – Standard
Check out the full range of Rhino mudflap sizes. Custom sizes are also available – please ask.
Read More 
How To Guides Adjusting Sizing Metal Light Trailer Guards – with Rhino
We have a simple fix for this issue!
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – August 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.
Read More 
New Products New Saddle Colour – 209 Light Green
RHINO has launched a new saddle colour – 209 Light Green.
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – July 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.
Read More 
Case Studies RHINO GUARDS UV PERFORMANCE
Rhino’s plastic mud guards are rated to UV8 and have the highest possible rating for resistance to colour fading.
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – May / June April 2023
Brisbane Truck Show, the RHINO Stainless difference, RHINO Design plus print and online.
Read More 
Case Studies Stainless guards: Experience the Rhino difference
Rhino stainless steel mudguards offer a number of features that result high performing products that make your truck and trailer look incredible. These include top quality 304 Bright Annealed Stainless, a ripple-free edge and ends with a double-fold.
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – April 2023
Industry constraints, Brisbane Truck Show plus the new truck and trailer catalogue.
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – March 2023
This month we cover our long term thinking, value-add products and Brisbane Truck Show! Taking a long term view I hinted last time that an
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Updates Reducing waste – one truck mudguard at a time
Transport industry leaders Rhino Group and TWL have teamed up to launch a new initiative to help reduce heavy transport emissions and limit waste going to landfill.
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – February 2023
Already we are two months into 2023 and we are buckling in for another huge year. The importance of connection Our hearts go out to
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Catalogues Heavy Truck and Trailer Flyer
Rhino heavy truck and trailer flyer! The flyer debuted at the NZ Trucking Show and is designed as a simple flyer with the key products
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Updates Monthly Update – January 2023
As promised at the back end of 2022, one of my 2023 resolutions is be to provide an update every month. 2022 wrap My sense
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Case Studies New Spray Suppressant Round Product
In collaboration with our customers Rhino has pioneered a new strong spray suppressant solution. The innovative round alloy channel offers spray suppressant option for mudguards of all sizes and materials – alloy, plastic and stainless.
Read More 
How To Guides How-to Guide: Fit Clamps & Saddles to Poles & Guards
This “How To” guide outlines how to fit clamps and saddles to poles and guards. A special thanks to the team at Patchell for sharing their expertise.
Read More 
Updates Monthly Update – November 2022
One of my 2023 resolutions will be to provide an update every month. So I’m starting early in November 2022. Start of year predictions are
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Updates Rhino Video
Rhino has been around since the late ’80’s and have grown up with the transport industry. Our purpose is maximising transport performance. Rhino’s extensive range
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New Products Alloy Saddles Upgrade!
We are stoked to release our new and improved Alloy Saddle! Part code ASC or ASCP. Why the change? Our previous alloy saddle tooling had
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Updates Working with Rhino
We are always seeking exceptional people to complement our team at Rhino.
Read More 
Mudflap Specs Mudflaps Material: Standard vs Premium
There are two Rhino mudflap material options – standard plastic and premium flexible plastic. Choose at option that fits your purpose.
Read More 
Updates 2021 Review and 2022 Outlook
As we reflect on 2021, it seemed just like 2020 but more intense and without the surprise factor. Often there is a clear distinction between
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Case Studies Rhino Photo of the Month leads to new product
Congrats Craig Aitchison at Conroy Removals for winning the Rhino Photo of the Month winner for October 2021 with New Zealand Trucking magazine – the
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Case Studies Light trailer innovation delivers value
Rhino services a wide range of markets including car trailers, boat trailers, box trailers, jet ski trailers, lawnmowers and general trailers. We are continually impressed
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Case Studies Spotlight: aluminium truck mudguards
Rhino alloy truck mudguards were one of the first mudguards developed by our founders. One product line quickly grew to many dozen to cater for
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Case Studies Low Profile guards delivers function and style
Transcon takes advantage of Rhino low profile guard for a stunning truck build that allows full functionality. Blake and the team and Transcon are passionate
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Case Studies Rhino plastic guards are top performers
Here at Rhino we have a strong legacy with the transport industry. We’ve spent decades designing and producing mudguards that are high performing, visually stunning
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How To Guides Rhino tyre size guide
We are regularly asked what mudguards suit different tyres. Other useful articles we recommend checking out are: The following images shows a graphic of the
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New Products Product Update: Cap50 – loose fitting in chassis poles
Some customers have been experiencing issues fitting Cap50’s to chassis poles. We explain what has caused this, a solution for the short term and the corrective action.
Read More 
Case Studies How Rhino mudguards improve aerodynamics
We looked at the aerodynamic advantage of including Rhino mudguards on truck-trailers compared to trailers with custom-made flat metal guards.
Read More 
Case Studies Alloy quarter guard makes a smooth debut
Rhino develop innovative quarter guard that is stylish, high performing, cost-effective that is off the shelf and easy to install.
Read More 
New Products 
How To Guides Light trailer options for boat trailers or car trailers
We’ve worked tireslessly to create light trailer mudguards to suit almost any use, size and material.
Read More 
How To Guides Selecting a guard
How to choose the right mud guards for your truck or trailer. Simple guide to measuring span and width or using tyre size to select RHINO guards.
Read More 
Case Studies Recycled mudguards making a splash
A collaboration between leading manufacturing and transport companies keep hundreds of plastic truck mudguards out of the landfill.
Read More
Resources
Resources, reference guides and information from the Rhino team
Read on for more resources, catalogues, guides and case studies.
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With RHINO Guards, you get what we’ve paid for
RHINO mudguards are engineered for long-term performance. While they may cost more upfront, their durability, UV resistance, and manufacturing quality can reduce maintenance, downtime, and
Behind the Scenes of Recycling and Carbon Verification, EP3
Discover how TR Group helped turn Rhino’s recycled plastic guard programme into a verified carbon-saving success story, with independently certified 76% lower emissions and a
How RHINO and Vplas Turned a “Not a Good Idea” Into a Circular Manufacturing Success Story, EP2.
Fonterra asked if they could return their end-of-life RHINO mudguards for recycling. The easy answer was no — but we pushed on. Here’s how RHINO
Rhino Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt Kits
Installation guide - Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt kits.
Fonterra closes the loop with RHINO recycled mudguards
It all started with a simple question from Fonterra’s Guy Cooper: “What are your guards made from?” That question set off a chain of events
Driving down emissions: one mudguard at a time
RHINO becomes the first known manufacturer of heavy-truck and trailer mudguards to achieve an independently verified product carbon footprint, confirming a 76% CO₂ reduction compared
RHINO Mudguards for Low Profile Tyres: Alloy, Plastic & Stainless Options
RHINO alloy, plastic, and stainless mudguards are engineered for heavy-vehicle low-profile tyres in NZ and Australia—offering tighter fit, improved spray control, and maximised trailer space.
Stainless Chassis Poles: The Smarter Choice for Whole-of-Life Cost
Stainless steel chassis poles cost more upfront but last longer, reduce downtime, and maintain a premium fleet image. Salt spray testing and real-world examples like
Sustainable Mudguards Made from Recycled Plastic
Rhino Guards – Tough on the Road, Kind to the Planet Our mudguards are made from up to 100% recycled plastic, with a UV8 rating
A Chassis Pole for (Almost) Every Application
From one-bolt to lugged, short offset to long step-out, and stainless to zinc silver — RHINO’s chassis pole range is built to fit your mounting,
Fire-Safe by Design: How RHINO Stainless Guards Help Mitigate Dangerous Goods Transport Fires
Australia’s new fire safety rules are targeting dangerous goods vehicle fires at the wheel end — where most start. RHINO stainless steel mudguards offer passive
Engineered to Turn: The RHINO Self Steer Guard
Protect your self-steering axles with the RHINO Self Steer Guard — engineered for tight turns, rough roads, and long-term reliability. Available in plastic, stainless steel,
Rhino Light Trailer Guards – How to select best fit.
Simple guide to measuring span and width to select RHINO light trailer guards.
The Edge That Sets Us Apart: RHINO’s Ripple-Free Advantage
RHINO stainless guards feature a ripple-free edge — engineered for a clean, professional finish that offers clear advantages in appearance over standard guard designs.
Trailer Magazine Feature – Guard of the galaxy
Rhino Group is gaining durability, longevity and value for money by specifying Rhino Guards’ plastic mudguards across its lease and rental fleets in Australia and
Why Screen Printing Can Outperform Hot Foil & Embossing for Branded Mudflaps
Rhino – finalist in Awards!
"Rhino Manufacturing has been named a finalist in the 2025 ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards, celebrating export excellence and innovation in the Bay
How to read tyre sizes
What do these numbers mean? Let's break it down so you can understand tyre sizes for any vehicle or truck tyre.
RHINO Guards Carbon Certified 76% lower
We are taking sustainability to a new level. RHINO Guards with a carbon footprint. Independently verified. A game changer for plastic in transport.
Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Solutions focused
Australian Bus & Truck Care are addressing common customer issues frequent mudguard breakages. Rhino plastic guard range is a reliable and cost-effective solution.
Stainless guards – materials matter
A mudguard is only as good as the stuff it’s made from. Rhino guards are made from premium quality materials. There is a material difference
RHINO Recycled Guards – New Product Development
From humble beginnings, the future for RHINO guards made from recycled plastic now has a number of options. To demonstrate our ambition and commitment to
Rhino Design Services
With Rhino Design Services, you can leverage our 3D modelling capabilities to integrate our design into your products.
Colour Chart & Swatches
See our Rhino colour chart, or request physical colour swatches, allowing easy colour matching for plastic guards. UV8 colour rating explained.
Truck and Trailer Product Catalogue
Light Trailer Catalogue
Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Stainless Guards
Convair Engineering executes high-quality tankers to completion by specifying Rhino Guards’ stainless steel mudguards as standard on all of its builds.
Chassis Pole Salt Spray Testing
The results from a salt spray test show clear potential benefits of stainless steel chassis poles for manufacturers and fleets. Likely benefits include better product
Australia Warehouses and Stock
RHINO has an expanded presence in Australia with stock in warehouses located in Victoria and Queensland.
Performance Flyer – Rhino plastic guard range.
The performance testing results for the Rhino plastic guard range
Smaller Freight orders within New Zealand
Smaller freight orders within New Zealand with Post Haste.
Our stainless guards look amazing, and they are.
Rhino Stainless guards engineered for strength and durability.
Guard Recycling – Clean guards being returned for recycling Yeah-Nah.
Our plastic guard recycling programme is an industry-leading system, driven by our goal of reducing waste and lessening our environmental impact. We need your help
FREIGHT TRANSIT TIMES EX ROTORUA
RHINO PALLET ORDERS TRAVELLING WITH MAINFREIGHT WITHIN NEW ZEALAND.
Stainless steel Self steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Stainless steel Self Steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Mudflaps Sizing – Standard
Check out the full range of Rhino mudflap sizes. Custom sizes are also available - please ask.
Adjusting Sizing Metal Light Trailer Guards – with Rhino
We have a simple fix for this issue!
Monthly Update – August 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.
New Saddle Colour – 209 Light Green
RHINO has launched a new saddle colour - 209 Light Green.
Monthly Update – July 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.
RHINO GUARDS UV PERFORMANCE
Rhino’s plastic mud guards are rated to UV8 and have the highest possible rating for resistance to colour fading.
Monthly Update – May / June April 2023
Brisbane Truck Show, the RHINO Stainless difference, RHINO Design plus print and online.
Stainless guards: Experience the Rhino difference
Rhino stainless steel mudguards offer a number of features that result high performing products that make your truck and trailer look incredible. These include top
Monthly Update – April 2023
Industry constraints, Brisbane Truck Show plus the new truck and trailer catalogue.
Monthly Update – March 2023
Reducing waste – one truck mudguard at a time
Transport industry leaders Rhino Group and TWL have teamed up to launch a new initiative to help reduce heavy transport emissions and limit waste going
Monthly Update – February 2023
Heavy Truck and Trailer Flyer
Monthly Update – January 2023
New Spray Suppressant Round Product
In collaboration with our customers Rhino has pioneered a new strong spray suppressant solution. The innovative round alloy channel offers spray suppressant option for mudguards
How-to Guide: Fit Clamps & Saddles to Poles & Guards
This "How To" guide outlines how to fit clamps and saddles to poles and guards. A special thanks to the team at Patchell for sharing
Monthly Update – November 2022
Rhino Video
Alloy Saddles Upgrade!
Working with Rhino
We are always seeking exceptional people to complement our team at Rhino.
Mudflaps Material: Standard vs Premium
There are two Rhino mudflap material options - standard plastic and premium flexible plastic. Choose at option that fits your purpose.
2021 Review and 2022 Outlook
Rhino Photo of the Month leads to new product
Light trailer innovation delivers value
Spotlight: aluminium truck mudguards
Low Profile guards delivers function and style
Rhino tyre size guide
Product Update: Cap50 – loose fitting in chassis poles
Some customers have been experiencing issues fitting Cap50's to chassis poles. We explain what has caused this, a solution for the short term and the
How Rhino mudguards improve aerodynamics
We looked at the aerodynamic advantage of including Rhino mudguards on truck-trailers compared to trailers with custom-made flat metal guards.
Alloy quarter guard makes a smooth debut
Rhino develop innovative quarter guard that is stylish, high performing, cost-effective that is off the shelf and easy to install.
Light trailer options for boat trailers or car trailers
We've worked tireslessly to create light trailer mudguards to suit almost any use, size and material.
Selecting a guard
How to choose the right mud guards for your truck or trailer. Simple guide to measuring span and width or using tyre size to select
Recycled mudguards making a splash
A collaboration between leading manufacturing and transport companies keep hundreds of plastic truck mudguards out of the landfill.
Case Studies
With RHINO Guards, you get what we’ve paid for
RHINO mudguards are engineered for long-term performance. While they may cost more upfront, their durability, UV resistance, and manufacturing quality can reduce maintenance, downtime, and replacement costs over the life of the vehicle.
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Behind the Scenes of Recycling and Carbon Verification, EP3
Discover how TR Group helped turn Rhino’s recycled plastic guard programme into a verified carbon-saving success story, with independently certified 76% lower emissions and a model for sustainable fleet innovation.
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How RHINO and Vplas Turned a “Not a Good Idea” Into a Circular Manufacturing Success Story, EP2.
Fonterra asked if they could return their end-of-life RHINO mudguards for recycling. The easy answer was no — but we pushed on. Here’s how RHINO and Vplas built a verified circular manufacturing loop with a 76% lower carbon footprint.
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Rhino Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt Kits
Installation guide – Stainless Steel Nut & Bolt kits.
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Fonterra closes the loop with RHINO recycled mudguards
It all started with a simple question from Fonterra’s Guy Cooper: “What are your guards made from?”
That question set off a chain of events leading to RHINO’s recycled plastic PL12063 mudguards — verified by Toitū Envirocare with a 76 % lower carbon footprint. When customers care, you act.
Media Releases
Driving down emissions: one mudguard at a time
RHINO becomes the first known manufacturer of heavy-truck and trailer mudguards to achieve an independently verified product carbon footprint, confirming a 76% CO₂ reduction compared to virgin-plastic guards through recycled plastic innovation.
Resources & Performance
RHINO Mudguards for Low Profile Tyres: Alloy, Plastic & Stainless Options
RHINO alloy, plastic, and stainless mudguards are engineered for heavy-vehicle low-profile tyres in NZ and Australia—offering tighter fit, improved spray control, and maximised trailer space.
Case Studies
Stainless Chassis Poles: The Smarter Choice for Whole-of-Life Cost
Stainless steel chassis poles cost more upfront but last longer, reduce downtime, and maintain a premium fleet image. Salt spray testing and real-world examples like Holcim prove stainless is the smarter whole-of-life choice.
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Sustainable Mudguards Made from Recycled Plastic
Rhino Guards – Tough on the Road, Kind to the Planet
Our mudguards are made from up to 100% recycled plastic, with a UV8 rating for ultimate fade resistance. Through closed-loop recycling, we reduce waste and carbon footprint—delivering strength, sustainability, and a smarter choice for transport.
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A Chassis Pole for (Almost) Every Application
From one-bolt to lugged, short offset to long step-out, and stainless to zinc silver — RHINO’s chassis pole range is built to fit your mounting, design, and material requirements.
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Fire-Safe by Design: How RHINO Stainless Guards Help Mitigate Dangerous Goods Transport Fires
Australia’s new fire safety rules are targeting dangerous goods vehicle fires at the wheel end — where most start. RHINO stainless steel mudguards offer passive protection that aligns with WA’s 2025 reforms and emerging national standards. Built from 304BA stainless, they help contain heat and limit fire spread — supporting compliance without compromising durability.
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Engineered to Turn: The RHINO Self Steer Guard
Protect your self-steering axles with the RHINO Self Steer Guard — engineered for tight turns, rough roads, and long-term reliability. Available in plastic, stainless steel, and aluminium for 11R, low profile, mega single, and 19.5” tyres.
How To Guides
Rhino Light Trailer Guards – How to select best fit.
Simple guide to measuring span and width to select RHINO light trailer guards.
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The Edge That Sets Us Apart: RHINO’s Ripple-Free Advantage
RHINO stainless guards feature a ripple-free edge — engineered for a clean, professional finish that offers clear advantages in appearance over standard guard designs.
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Trailer Magazine Feature – Guard of the galaxy
Rhino Group is gaining durability, longevity and value for money by specifying Rhino Guards’ plastic mudguards across its lease and rental fleets in Australia and New Zealand.
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Why Screen Printing Can Outperform Hot Foil & Embossing for Branded Mudflaps
Fleet branding is a key part of presenting a professional image — and branded mudflaps are one of the most visible and cost-effective ways to
Media Releases
Rhino – finalist in Awards!
“Rhino Manufacturing has been named a finalist in the 2025 ExportNZ ASB Bay of Plenty Export Awards, celebrating export excellence and innovation in the Bay of Plenty region. Discover more about our achievement.”
How To Guides
How to read tyre sizes
What do these numbers mean? Let’s break it down so you can understand tyre sizes for any vehicle or truck tyre.
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RHINO Guards Carbon Certified 76% lower
We are taking sustainability to a new level.
RHINO Guards with a carbon footprint. Independently verified.
A game changer for plastic in transport.
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Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Solutions focused
Australian Bus & Truck Care are addressing common customer issues frequent mudguard breakages. Rhino plastic guard range is a reliable and cost-effective solution.
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Stainless guards – materials matter
A mudguard is only as good as the stuff it’s made from. Rhino guards are made from premium quality materials. There is a material difference between the 304 that RHINO uses and the highly prevalent 430 used by other manufacturers.
New Products
RHINO Recycled Guards – New Product Development
From humble beginnings, the future for RHINO guards made from recycled plastic now has a number of options. To demonstrate our ambition and commitment to innovation, we are outlining the options we are working on to stimulate discussion and work with interested customers.
How To Guides
Rhino Design Services
With Rhino Design Services, you can leverage our 3D modelling capabilities to integrate our design into your products.
Catalogues
Colour Chart & Swatches
See our Rhino colour chart, or request physical colour swatches, allowing easy colour matching for plastic guards. UV8 colour rating explained.
Catalogues
Truck and Trailer Product Catalogue
We are super pumped to release Version 2 Rhino Truck and Trailer Product Catalogue! We have worked hard to bring you a straightforward catalogue with
Catalogues
Light Trailer Catalogue
We are stoked to launch our new light trailer product catalogue! We recognise the importance of simple catalogues when choosing Rhino product options including key
How To Guides
Case Studies
Trailer Magazine Feature – RHINO Stainless Guards
Convair Engineering executes high-quality tankers to completion by specifying Rhino Guards’ stainless steel mudguards as standard on all of its builds.
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Chassis Pole Salt Spray Testing
The results from a salt spray test show clear potential benefits of stainless steel chassis poles for manufacturers and fleets. Likely benefits include better product quality, lower whole of life cost and less repairs and maintenance.
Media Releases
Australia Warehouses and Stock
RHINO has an expanded presence in Australia with stock in warehouses located in Victoria and Queensland.
Mudflap Specs
Catalogues
Performance Flyer – Rhino plastic guard range.
The performance testing results for the Rhino plastic guard range
Mudflap Specs
New Products
How To Guides
Smaller Freight orders within New Zealand
Smaller freight orders within New Zealand with Post Haste.
Catalogues
Our stainless guards look amazing, and they are.
Rhino Stainless guards engineered for strength and durability.
Case Studies
Guard Recycling – Clean guards being returned for recycling Yeah-Nah.
Our plastic guard recycling programme is an industry-leading system, driven by our goal of reducing waste and lessening our environmental impact. We need your help to follow all requirements.
Updates
FREIGHT TRANSIT TIMES EX ROTORUA
RHINO PALLET ORDERS TRAVELLING WITH MAINFREIGHT WITHIN NEW ZEALAND.
Updates
Stainless steel Self steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Stainless steel Self Steer (ribbed) to be discontinued.
Mudflap Specs
Mudflaps Sizing – Standard
Check out the full range of Rhino mudflap sizes. Custom sizes are also available – please ask.
How To Guides
Adjusting Sizing Metal Light Trailer Guards – with Rhino
We have a simple fix for this issue!
Updates
Monthly Update – August 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.
New Products
New Saddle Colour – 209 Light Green
RHINO has launched a new saddle colour – 209 Light Green.
Updates
Monthly Update – July 2023
This month address how we approach constraints internally and externally, our launch of Certified UV8 Colour, colour charts and colour swatches and digital evolution.
Case Studies
RHINO GUARDS UV PERFORMANCE
Rhino’s plastic mud guards are rated to UV8 and have the highest possible rating for resistance to colour fading.
Updates
Monthly Update – May / June April 2023
Brisbane Truck Show, the RHINO Stainless difference, RHINO Design plus print and online.
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Stainless guards: Experience the Rhino difference
Rhino stainless steel mudguards offer a number of features that result high performing products that make your truck and trailer look incredible. These include top quality 304 Bright Annealed Stainless, a ripple-free edge and ends with a double-fold.
Updates
Monthly Update – April 2023
Industry constraints, Brisbane Truck Show plus the new truck and trailer catalogue.
Updates
Monthly Update – March 2023
This month we cover our long term thinking, value-add products and Brisbane Truck Show! Taking a long term view I hinted last time that an
Updates
Reducing waste – one truck mudguard at a time
Transport industry leaders Rhino Group and TWL have teamed up to launch a new initiative to help reduce heavy transport emissions and limit waste going to landfill.
Updates
Monthly Update – February 2023
Already we are two months into 2023 and we are buckling in for another huge year. The importance of connection Our hearts go out to
Catalogues
Heavy Truck and Trailer Flyer
Rhino heavy truck and trailer flyer! The flyer debuted at the NZ Trucking Show and is designed as a simple flyer with the key products
Updates
Monthly Update – January 2023
As promised at the back end of 2022, one of my 2023 resolutions is be to provide an update every month. 2022 wrap My sense
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New Spray Suppressant Round Product
In collaboration with our customers Rhino has pioneered a new strong spray suppressant solution. The innovative round alloy channel offers spray suppressant option for mudguards of all sizes and materials – alloy, plastic and stainless.
How To Guides
How-to Guide: Fit Clamps & Saddles to Poles & Guards
This “How To” guide outlines how to fit clamps and saddles to poles and guards. A special thanks to the team at Patchell for sharing their expertise.
Updates
Monthly Update – November 2022
One of my 2023 resolutions will be to provide an update every month. So I’m starting early in November 2022. Start of year predictions are
Updates
Rhino Video
Rhino has been around since the late ’80’s and have grown up with the transport industry. Our purpose is maximising transport performance. Rhino’s extensive range
New Products
Alloy Saddles Upgrade!
We are stoked to release our new and improved Alloy Saddle! Part code ASC or ASCP. Why the change? Our previous alloy saddle tooling had
Updates
Working with Rhino
We are always seeking exceptional people to complement our team at Rhino.
Mudflap Specs
Mudflaps Material: Standard vs Premium
There are two Rhino mudflap material options – standard plastic and premium flexible plastic. Choose at option that fits your purpose.
Updates
2021 Review and 2022 Outlook
As we reflect on 2021, it seemed just like 2020 but more intense and without the surprise factor. Often there is a clear distinction between
Case Studies
Rhino Photo of the Month leads to new product
Congrats Craig Aitchison at Conroy Removals for winning the Rhino Photo of the Month winner for October 2021 with New Zealand Trucking magazine – the
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Light trailer innovation delivers value
Rhino services a wide range of markets including car trailers, boat trailers, box trailers, jet ski trailers, lawnmowers and general trailers. We are continually impressed
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Spotlight: aluminium truck mudguards
Rhino alloy truck mudguards were one of the first mudguards developed by our founders. One product line quickly grew to many dozen to cater for
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Low Profile guards delivers function and style
Transcon takes advantage of Rhino low profile guard for a stunning truck build that allows full functionality. Blake and the team and Transcon are passionate
Case Studies
Rhino plastic guards are top performers
Here at Rhino we have a strong legacy with the transport industry. We’ve spent decades designing and producing mudguards that are high performing, visually stunning
How To Guides
Rhino tyre size guide
We are regularly asked what mudguards suit different tyres. Other useful articles we recommend checking out are: The following images shows a graphic of the
New Products
Product Update: Cap50 – loose fitting in chassis poles
Some customers have been experiencing issues fitting Cap50’s to chassis poles. We explain what has caused this, a solution for the short term and the corrective action.
Case Studies
How Rhino mudguards improve aerodynamics
We looked at the aerodynamic advantage of including Rhino mudguards on truck-trailers compared to trailers with custom-made flat metal guards.
Case Studies
Alloy quarter guard makes a smooth debut
Rhino develop innovative quarter guard that is stylish, high performing, cost-effective that is off the shelf and easy to install.
New Products
How To Guides
Light trailer options for boat trailers or car trailers
We’ve worked tireslessly to create light trailer mudguards to suit almost any use, size and material.
How To Guides
Selecting a guard
How to choose the right mud guards for your truck or trailer. Simple guide to measuring span and width or using tyre size to select RHINO guards.
Case Studies
Recycled mudguards making a splash
A collaboration between leading manufacturing and transport companies keep hundreds of plastic truck mudguards out of the landfill.